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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1951
Page
2
The Elyria Gospel Chorus directed by Charles L. Mathis is scheduled to begin the annual music appreciation event. The program showcases the choir's vocal range and spiritual songs, drawing community members to the venue for an evening of traditional gospel performance.
The choir comprising youths from several states will perform from June 24 through June 31 under Rev. P. Williams. Mathis, originally from Abbeville Alabama and former Elyria High student, began as pianist in 1937 and later became director guiding the national recognition effort.
Under his direction a program of hymns gospel songs and spirituals will be performed during music appreciation week services open to the public. The newly installed electronic organ will be used for the occasion.
Family receptions, mission band meetings, fishing trips, and charitable contributions are reported. Betty Bernice Spencer celebrates graduation with relatives from Oberlin Elyria Lorain Wellington Spencer. Junior Mission Band at Lutheran church hosts music devotions and Bible lessons. Womans Missionary Society provides gifts to flower fund, children’s homes, and India work. Various visits, anniversaries, and gatherings noted across local households.
Striking NMU seamen demand a 40 hour week with 48 hours pay while ship owners offer 44 to sea workers. Mediation officials state progress possible if NMU and other unions reach terms. Pickets disrupt Alaska bound cargo as talks continue amid wage and vacation fund disputes. ARA negotiates on wages with Pacific Maritime Association. Palace notes mention Dartmoor ponies scheduled for Bri- tain's 1951 Festival.
Mrs. Paul No votny of Sandusky Ohio credits Rennel Concentrate with a 22 pound loss after a single ration period. She praises weight loss without dieting and urges others to try the liquid remedy, noting money refunds if unsatisfied.
East Oberlin notes graduation exercises for the Oberlin Assembly of God Vacation Bible School set for Friday at 8 pm. Students will display crafts including book racks and slippers as part of the program at the church inviting parents and friends to attend.
The Vacation Bible School enters its third and most successful year with Beginners Primary and Junior divisions. Attendance fills the school to capacity as many children participate in the organized programs and activities.
The pastor Rev Glenn Babcock stated children could not be accommodated this year as listed in the Chronicle Telegraph want ads section.
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