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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1933
Page
2
The Wellington Enterprise earned the annual National Editorial Association award for distinguished service to the community. Editor Ernest L. Hewes is praised for constructive effort and civic welfare advocacy, with the paper backing programs to improve the town.
The article argues modern needs push for slum abolition due to bad housing and congestion fueling health issues and crime. It notes a two year British government plan to use building societies loaned up to 90 percent for cheap rent housing for workers, guaranteed by state and local authorities, with 30 year terms and concessional interest. It highlights cheaper labor and materials, the plan's potential international interest, and the aim to improve conditions rather than full elimination.
New York Supreme Court Justice Schentag held that a bank seller who knowingly listed market price stock at artificial levels can be responsible for investor losses. The case involved a woman who bought Hartman National Bank & Trust stock for 1512 based on bank executives misrepresenting bid and ask prices. If upheld, the decision advances investor protection and accountability for misrepresentation.
A Louisville Courier-Journal noted a statistician’s claim that the United States loses about thirty years due to waiting at traffic signals. The piece suggests this may allow deduction of years created by drivers who speed during the yellow phase.
Colgate psychologist Dr Don ald A Laird states there are fifty six kinds of fatigue with the worst case being a husband whose wife fakes spring cleaning.
The Los Angeles Times notes that originals at the Greenwich Village exhibition sold for 10 to 30 cents signaling a shift toward free verse as young intellectuals appear to prevail in the poetry debate.
The Hartford Courant notes that New York bankers who purchased a rain stock were at least able to use it to establish a capital loss.
A collage of satiric lines and strange notes from a newspaper page. Figures include Alfonso d Orleans tied to Paris business, a prediction about Louisiana’s capitol, and quips on immigration, gambling, and technology. The tone blends humor with odd anecdotes as a snapshot of a quirky era.
Today’s anniversaries highlight Josiah Harlan born in Chester Pennsylvania and died in San Francisco in 1871, Harriet Martineau English novelist born and died 1876, Charles Kingsley English clergyman and writer,.James B Weaver Civil War veteran and Des Moines editor born Day ton Ohio, Janarius A MacGaian journalist born Ohio died in Turkey 1878, Thomas J Walsh US Senator and Roosevelt era Attorney General died 1933, James Oliver Curwood Canadian author born Ontario and died there 1927.
A compact recap of notable events: Virginia adopts the Declaration of Rights in 1776. In 1846 a treaty fixes the northwest boundary at the 49th parallel with England. 1898 marks the American invasion force sailing from Key West to Cuba. In 1924 the St Paul passenger train robbery nets $2,000,000 with all eight bandits later captured.
A list of prominent figures with birthplaces and ages: Senator Charles L McNary of Oregon born near Sulem, 59. Dr Frank M Chapman of New York born Englewood, 69. Nicholas Roosevelt of New York, minister to Hungary since 1930, born New York City, 40. Rockwell Kent, artist and writer, born Tarrytown, 51. Prof William R Shepherd of Columbia University, historian, born Charleston St, 62. Laurits S Swenson of Minnesota, US minister to Europe and the Netherlands, born New Sweden, Minn, 68. Rt Rev Charles E Woodcock of Louisville, bishop, born New Britain, Conn, 79. Sir Oliver Lodge, English scientist, born 82.
The text notes an independent person whose unusual tastes and detachment from others can lead to missed opportunities while pursuing abstract ideals. It suggests value in guiding the mind toward a steady life of contemplation and discipline.
Charles R Buckford died at his Middle Avenue home last night. He was Elyria’s longest serving merchant and a prominent local figure who retired a year ago after a long career in business. The piece notes a panic caused by money power seeking antitrust legislation and references Senator Robert La Follette’s address at the Elyria Opera House last night.
Seventy seven Elyna High School seniors received diplomas at the forty ninth annual commencement in Elyria Theatre. Rex H W Kellogg delivered the address. The class was the largest in the local school's history. Reverend S L Stewart received the honorary Doctor of Divinity from Ohio Wesleyan University at Delaware. Amherst residents welcomed railroad officials Col Halliday and Ramsey to discuss a depot site, as the Amherst Chamber urged re routing tracks to place Amherst on the right of way.
One man believed dying and another with an arm blown off in an afternoon blast at the Stop 19 fireworks factory between Elyria and Lotain. The fireworks were being made for a local celebration in July.
Chronicle Telegram reports Falcon Motors Corporation moves executive and sales offices to Elyria. John A Nich Oliver, president, arrived from Detroit and is already at his desk, with executives and their families now residents of the city.
Excelsior Springs Missouri leaders announce mineral waters from the city are gaining fame. Secretary of the chamber of commerce W E Templeton reports the waters have endorsements from states nationwide and growing demand. Since last June 13, 852 gallons have been shipped to various sales.
Nine hundred students from 93 public schools in England recently cruised the Mediterranean visiting ports as part of a large educational voyage. The voyage highlighted cross border learning and cultural exchange among Yorkshire and London districts.
Dr and Mrs F E Weeks celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at their Kipton home with about 80 neighbors and friends attending Monday evening. A luncheon was served. attendees included Gertrude Bates, Clem Bates and family, John Scott, Hardy Scott, Morris Scott, Jim Lewis, W C Jackson, F E Sharp, Nellie Haigh, Herman Hach, Thomas Lee, William Davidson and family, Nat Ladd, and Ernest Buchs of Henrietta.
About 35 young people from the Camden Baptist Sunday School gathered Friday evening for a weiner roast in a pasture on the Mrs Mable Whitney farm. Their teacher and wife Mr and Mrs G E Twining led the group in an informal outdoor gathering.
Local visits include Mr and Mrs Henry Worcester and Adam Geist at A W Davidson home. Mable Bronson spends summer with parents F H Brounson. Geist family hosts W Mirs A J Pitts delegation, Wer rills reunion in Clarkfield. Gene Ostreim visits Cleveland relatives. Keen Kutter sewing club meets June 1 at schoolhouse taking Junior girls. Virginia Blackwell leads devotionals. Thursday 1 30 pm meetings agreed. officers list discussed. Elyria Leaders Conference noted. Mildred Hess named agr promotional leader. Edith Hudson Dora Jackson on program. recreation led by Gene Ostreim. Mrs Dewey Ellsworth and son David visit during Rev P E Harding illness. Mrs A J Hetts hosts birthday gathering with cards and refreshments. attendees include Lucas Ladder Ladd Ladd daughter Fileen Reva Nelle Whitney Hazel Sandrock Hawk Morgan Shirley Ann Betts.
On June 12 the Wellington Opera House hosted a full audience for commencement exercises featuring the play Everybody Wants something. Local graduates included Victoria Miller Glen Zimmer Dorothy Waite Luella Brandt Rachel Brassee Mildred Wait Verna Betts Naomi Brenner Grace Moore Russell Schuster Joseph Pickworth Ro Wacker Clyde Hendixon Clifford Potter. The high school band led by Ray Rowland performed numerous pieces as many Pittsfield residents attended.
Relatives and friends from here attended Robert Darling's funeral in Oberlin on Wednesday afternoon. Among the attendees were Joe Walt and family, Wr and Mrs Charles Wait, Mr and Mrs Will Davies, Miss Susie Davies, Frank Freed, Mr and Mrs Bert Norris, and Mrs Allie Hayes.
The Young Workers 4 H Club met Thursday afternoon with Betty Maye Lounsabrough. Thirteen members attended, one absent, an hour and a half was devoted to sewing under advisors Miss Wilma Whitney and Miss Dorothy Wait. Refreshments of iced lemon and cookies were served by the hostess and guest Miss Luc Green. The next meeting is set for Thursday afternoon June 15.
At 2.00 o'clock on Saturday the home of Mise Coriune Bukovac hosted a gathering. Details about the purpose or attendees were not provided in the readable text.
Members met at Mrs Walter Greens home then drove to Wagners Grove for a picnic dinner. Attendees included Mrs Mabel Sigaworth Mrs Dewey Worces ter and family Mrs Thelma Watson and sister all of Fields and Green family members Mrs Charles Eskins and son Albert of Blyrk a. Mrs Wallace Bear son Robert and Robert Avery traveled to Butler Indiana to visit Mr and Mrs Andrew Grube, return with Robert Bear’s father C D Bear of Tipton. Otis Pickworth, ill since Sunday, slowly recovering after surgery. Blanche spent Thursday with Mrs Frank Bohn in New London. Kathryn Piper returned home from Kent with her mother for the summer. Lerel Neal of Camden lost one of his work horses.
Rochester Indiana report states a fourteen month old boy, Floyd Clark, died after ingesting battery acid found in a bottle while playing in his father’s garage. The incident occurred in Rochester and is being investigated for details surrounding access to the hazardous liquid.
Argentina launches a program to boost home olive production by supplying 509000 trees at cost to farmers. Government aims to expand domestic cultivation and reduce imports, supporting local producers and rural economies.
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