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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1933
Page
5
A Ohio Senate bill proposed by Sen. L Lt. Marshall would allow counties to issue tax anticipation certificates in limited use. Counties with unpaid taxes over five percent may issue certificates with Tax Commission approval to pay salaries and other obligations, and to be accepted by the treasurer for tax payments.
Miss Mollie Morris alias Abshire 30 appeared in police court and denied she aided Herbert Retzloff in spending the 35000 stolen in the Berea bank robbery. Judge Frank C Phillips ordered 15000 bail. She will face the county grand jury after evidence against Retzloff is presented. Police say Morris from Akron accompanied Retzloff on a tour of racetracks and gambling resorts in the south and in Cuba following the robbery.
In Cleveland on March 16 an elderly man Allen Sims Sr. sat in a jail cell begging for a gun to end his life after authorities found his son Allen Sims Jr. shot to death in the kitchen following an argument about the father’s intoxication. The elder Sims confessed he may have fired the shotgun.
MANSFIELD, March 18 Six passengers escaped injury early today when five cars of a Baltimore and Ohio passenger train from Chicago to Wheeling West Virginia derailed north of Shelby in Richland County. Four passengers slept in a Pullman car that stayed on the tracks. two were in a day coach that derailed. The crew was uninjured. Conductor Andrew Straw attributed the wreck to a broken rail. Wrecking crews worked to clear the line.
Lorain County potato growers attended two Wednesday sessions of the county potato school at Brownhelm and Columbia. OSU specialist E. B. Tussing spoke on seed sources and planting tips, noting rest periods for dug potatoes and recommending later varieties for seed to avoid premature sprouting and weaker progeny.
Youngstown Sheet and Tube reports improved market conditions and plans new products. In annual statements, chairman H. G. Nalton and president Rank Purnell cite a cash balance of 11,186,219 on Dec 31, 1982, a gain from 9,456,249, but note a prior year net loss of 15,272,783 for 1932 versus 7,040,899 in 1931.
Cleveland movie and vaudeville theaters will shut tonight in solidarity with neighborhood houses that closed last Saturday over a salary spike with Movie Operators' Unions. The unions rejected proposed salary reductions, leaving Cleveland without films for the first time since the invention of cinema. one burlesque house planned to reopen downtown this afternoon as the sole attraction.
William Davis 70 died at home 204 Park Avenue at 6 30 this morning after a lingering illness. Born in the city he lived here all his life and was a member of St Mars church. Survived by four children William Jr George Mrs E S Marsh and Charles all of Elyria thirteen grandchildren one sister Mrs Garles Giebel of Cleveland. Wife predeceased him seven years ago. Funeral arrangements to be announced later.
Jonbn G Neufer aged 57 died Wednesday afternoon at four o clock. Born June 1875 in the family home he resided in. He married Mary Louise Freeland February 4 1907. Survived by his wife two brothers Peter and Henry Neufer of Elrria four sisters including Mrs Maggie Nieding and Mrs Elizabeth Sensminger and many nephews and nieces. A member of First Baptist Church. Funeral Friday at 1 30 at the late home conducted by Reverend R E Neighbour. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery flowers omitted per family request.
Twenty three Elyria shoppers win a coral of $300 in Money for Elyria drawing. Two sets of tickets drawn. first set good until 5:20 pm Monday, second set runs Tuesday to Thursday. Prizes listed include 374,599 170,954 168,765 217,812 222,967 956 200 142,619 02733 306,459 with various prize values and tickets. winners to claim at the Chamber of Commerce.
Sparks blamed on a firemen's mishap damaged a small shingle roof at Mrs Carrier Terrell's home 243 Englith Street this morning. Firemen extinguished the blaze after patching the roof and extinguishing the fire with emergency measures.
It notes that healthy groups show different vulnerability to diseases. Measles and whooping cough threaten Parsific Island people while Caucasians in China suffer from intestinal illnesses, illustrating varied susceptibility among populations.
Elyrians will see Jim Armitage and His Gang in Minestrel Follies at the High School Auditorium tonight under the auspices of the David Nye Chapter Order of DeMolay and Rainbow Girls. The program features soloists and novelty numbers with a final musical skit and orchestra.
Washington dispatch lists fourteen U S congressmen facing disputes over seating in the 222nd House. It details charges of fraud deceit and improper practices including ballot box manipulation and inmate voting. names districts and figures surface in a sweeping contested elections scenario with denials from involved lawmakers.
No complete modern scientific instrument is the result of one person working alone. Contributions come from many specialists worldwide in a collaborative team effort.
Marietta prepares for possible inundation as the Ohio River climbs three inches an hour to an 8 foot stage. Weather officials say flood danger may be past as skies clear. Wheeling reports slower rise, while basements flood in low areas and merchants move goods to higher floors. Rivers near Pomeroy crest around 31 feet with 48 foot line.
The Salvation Army appeals for furniture including beds tables chairs and other articles after a family forced to move leaving furnished rooms. Captain Avery said a piano is also needed for services.
Ohio senators Robert J. Bulkley and Simeon D. Fess supported Roosevelt's Emergency Rehabilitation Bill. They voted against amendments aimed at curtailing presidential powers and spoke in favor of the administration during debate.
Paris report states painter Paul Chabas pleads for aid to locate his work Septem ber Morn which vanished after last seen in Moscow and may have returned to America. The nude bathing picture earned $100 000 in royalties for Chabas and more in potential future earnings. Marthe the model for September Morn is now married to a wealthy industrialist and has two children.
The text outlines a draft policy to abandon marginal unproductive farmland and roster acreage to raise farm prices. It notes secrecy around the plan, its experimental nature for one year if adopted, and possible follow up if it fails. Meanwhile White House staff expand to handle thousands of messages and telegrams to Roosevelt.
In the House six Republican Congressmen from Ohio voted for the bill as national debates heated. Democratic members split their votes, reflecting division on the proposed economic reductions in the measure.
Washington March 16 Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt completed the first airplane trip ever made by a President's wife flying from Newark New Jersey to Washington D C The milestone marks a notable moment in presidential travel and aviation history.
Oberlin Ohio March 16 The council voted to authorize the city manager to prepare plans specifications and estimates for a municipal electric power plant and distribution system. Plans to be ready before bond sale bids may total 250000 dollars and rely on 1795000 kilowatt initial usage backed by 95 percent community signatures.
Twenty seven thousand bulletins announce Oberlin College centennial commencement and Homecoming set for June 15 to 20. The mailing includes President Wilkins invitation, tentative program, three Sonnets by Katherine Harden Salter, campus views, and a return card to indicate attendance.
Indian missionary Sam Higginbottom spoke in Bosworth Hall yesterday afternoon detailing conditions in India. He was recently...
An appointed president will head the amalgamated Ewing College and Allahabad Agriculture Institute in Allahabad North India. The appointee is a Princeton alumnus and holds a Master of Science in Agriculture from Ohio State University.
The Merry Wives were pleasantly entertained last evening at Mrs Bert Davis's North Professor street home. The usual bridge game was played and refreshments served. Guests included Mrs J N Stone and Mrs Hellyer.
The Oberlin School of Commerce hosts its annual spring farewell dance for the graduating shorthand class on Thursday March 23 in the school social rooms. Alumni are invited and Henry Ready's orchestra will provide the music.
Social items from Elyria and Oberlin include luncheon guests at Mrs Shepherd’s Park avenue home and Myron Brill’s business trip with Gilbert and Arnold Moes to Florida. Family news mentions Ruth Mark in Glendale reporting relatives safe after the earthquake. A newborn son at Allen hospital and a double mastoid operation recovery are noted, along with a community cribbage supper and a county relief appointment. Professor Buckler will lecture on The Oxford Movement at Christ Church Lent services.
Stocks surged in a frenzied trading session with small orders slowing tickers by minutes. Farm equipment shares led gains as International Harvester and Case hit near 1933 highs, while Sears Roebuck, Montgomery Ward and Pennsylvanian Railroad posted notable advances. Utilities, oil stocks, and Chrysler and GM also climbed as demand for beer bottles spurred Owens Illinois Glass to a late 45.
Officers named for the Lorain County Wool Growers Association at Pittsfield include R. E. Campbell as president Frank Eldred as vice president and H. G. Portman as secretary and treasurer. The group shipped over 39 000 pounds of wool last year and plans six shipping dates to Columbus while Ohio Wool Growers Field Manager L A Kaufman forecasts a likely spring advance to shippers.
A pan demonium of buying orders hit the Chicago Board of Trade wheat pit signaling the end of the first enforced stoppers in the world’s primary grain market. May wheat opened at 53 to 53 7-8, four and a quarter cents above the March 3 close, nearly the full five cent limit. July 55 7-8, up 5 1-8 cents. September at 55, up 4 1-8 cents.
New York March 16 Prices for cotton jumped sharply on the New York Cotton Exchange as trading resumed after a halt. The rally pushed prices up 2.50 to 4.50 a base, lifting the value of available supplies by about eighty million dollars amid a roaring bull market and 48 to 92 point gains.
The saying argues prevention is preferable since it is generally easier to implement and more reliable than curing once a condition has developed. It emphasizes proactive measures over reactive treatment.
An across the board market recap covers Cleveland produce and livestock with heavy fowl notes, hogs and sheep receipts, steer and cow prices, and poultry totals. Chicago butter eggs and state receipts are also listed, highlighting price ranges and grades for the day.
W. Powell of Wallington files suit against Gabriel Gullin of Wellington seeking $300 claimed due under a lease of the Loner Theater. He asks for cancellation of the lease.
The article outlines Roosevelt's push to cut costs via reducing disability allowances for veterans with non service connected claims, lowering pensions for Civil War veterans by 10 percent, and tightening Spanish War pensions. It details Senate amendments, opposition from Republicans, and a final roll call where 13 senators voted against the bill, including Long who shouted no.
A reflective line on gender roles depicting a girl relying on a man to take care of her needs. The statement challenges traditional expectations by highlighting dependency in care.
Lorain County Automobile Club merged with Cleveland Automobile Club last week and Elyria Automobile Club becomes a Cleveland branch. Office renaming and redecorating underway with Helen Baker in charge this week while Allyan Gehl trains in Cleveland. Service to Elyria motorists continues without interruption.
Widespread German press reports note Poland’s recent stationing of 190 troops at the Weserplatte depot in Danzig inflaming German Polish frictions. The piece warns of a fragile front with France and Russia as Hitler’s regime grows, and questions Germany’s readiness for war amid potential collapse of the Geneva Arms Conference.
The Irish Free State establishes a unified police service that operates without firearms. Units are organized to patrol cities and rural areas, focusing on public order and crime prevention with nonlethal mandates.
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