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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1945
Page
4
Ruth Ellen MacDonald and Harry Thompson announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. The ceremony is planned for Sunday at First Methodist Church in New Castle. Both families share details of education and local affiliations, with attendees noted at recent events and clubs.
The Lorain Deanery NCCW held a luncheon at St Peter's Church Ridgeville with Mrs Cael Bummer presiding. Officers announced postponement of the waxe and means committee meeting at Mrs Hulgercin's home and noted final meeting of September.
A list of licenses includes Edward Gulowski aged 22 living at 2150 Ladi Street and U S Army, Merle Went Bey aged 22 of Harrison Street, Robert Lee Winder aged 23 a merchant and seaman of Obertin, and Rosemary Liauthers aged 23 of Obertin.
Community notices include gunnery officer remarks on ships at the Boston Navy Yards, and families visiting homes across Elyria and nearby towns. Births are reported at Elyria Memorial Hospital, with service attendance by Rev. Walker and local Lutheran platforms noted among residents and traveling relatives.
A detailed report covers a Kid party at Mrs. Bird Sall home with co hosts Mrs. Brenton and Mrs. Hastings, followed by a church group gathering. Activities include hymns, devotions, crafts, prize sewing, and treats. a Sunday breakfast and several fellowship events are planned, including outings at Lakeview Park and a Summer social calendar with July meetings and picnics.
The Women's Council of First Christian church wrapped up regular meetings with plans for July and September. Lydia and Miriam groups held socials and devotionals. prizes were awarded to members, and a shower for refugee babies was featured. Officers for next year include Chairman Mrs Kang and Secretary Mrs Esther Hummer.
Local groups announce April May and June birthday celebrations at First Christian Church and other venues. The Northwest Encampment holds a meeting, with social events at Geneva-on-the-Lake planned for late July. The Polfowatarnie Pleche group met at Miss Nancy Baracco’s home to plan a weekend gathering, while bridge and dessert courses feature in ongoing club socials. The Women Of Whee Noose Library committee hosts a meeting at Pearl Sit Unger’s home, with subscriptions and donations to Gates Hospital projects noted.
Saturday sale announced for La Grange area featuring Maytag items and assorted household goods. Proceeds support local circle activities.
The text outlines a series of social and church group activities. Edna Mansel Grace White and lithian Boris are among prize winners in an August plans event. Hostesses served refreshments, and a quarterly luncheon was held at Grace Lutheran parish hall. Members announced future meetings and charity drives, including a church day of work and a rummage sale.
New Unit at Lake Avenue opened its meetings with a first Thursday monthly session. Officers include President Arthur Sthaber and Secretary Treasurer Robert Byars. Special guests attended with many members recognized. Circle No. 2 held a breakfast hosted by Mrs. Maddock with 13 members and seven guests. Officers were reelected for another year. final reports noted this would be the last meeting of the year.
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