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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1929
Page
9
A fragmented OCR item mentions names or places unclear in a local notice. Readable words suggest a political or civic reference with individuals and possible locations but specifics remain obscured. The readable fragments imply a community matter, official action, or appointment.
Community organizations host gatherings across town with notes on locations and attendees. The Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ta-War Club, Y M C A Junior Hi Y, and W B A Guard all plan activities, with debates between Rockford and Oberlin Colleges on free speech. Social events include St Patrick's party, card games, minstrel shows, and Bible class meetings.
Masons In Mirth at the Elyria Temple drew a capacity audience and will be repeated tonight at eight. Chief Biggs opened with Red Barton and a descriptive song, then Don Granger Jolson style and Joe Boddy with O, Dem Golden Slippers. Various soloists and chorus members entertained between light jokes about Masons.
The Lorain Canton and Auxiliary met in the Odd Fellows hall with strong attendance. Plans were made for a Silver Tea on March twenty eighth. A tureen dinner honored Mr and Mrs R R Renousrd and Mr and Mrs J B Handley recently back from Florida and Mrs Minnie Church returned from California. Carl Berger toastmaster. Fred Hussmel spoke on Odd Fellowship.
Miss Helen Rick and Joseph Bramwell wed in a Monday ceremony at St Joseph's Catholic Church Amherst. Bride wore modeled light sand serge and carried sweet peas violets and roses. Bridesmaids in blue moire satin. Best man Mixe Nerva and Lorain usher. A three course dinner for twenty five guests followed at the bride's home. The couple will reside on Secund Street.
Mrs James Waldron and Mrs Guy Fitch hosted a club gathering at 635 Cambridge street with a hard times theme. Prizes went to Mrs Robert Taylor for poverty themed costume and to Bunco winners Mrs Robert Jensen first Miss Alice Smith second Mrs Emily Scrivens third. Luncheon followed in green and white. The next meeting April first will be at Mrs Fred Sparks East Broad street with Mrs Frank Smith assisting.
At Mrs. Helen Haag’s Hinklecourt residence last evening the Laf-A-Lot Club played three tables of five hundred. After eight games, Mrs. Margaret Koehn led with the high score, followed by Mrs. Ada Hillmer and Mrs. Haag, with Miss Elsie Schroeder consoled. Haag served luncheon, and the next meeting is in two weeks at Miss Schroeder’s 350 Twelfth street. The club plans a Cleveland theatre party next Tuesday evening.
The Girl Scout Mothers gathered at the Y W C A yesterday afternoon with strong attendance. In a lively business session committees were named: Camp chaired by Mrs. Arthur Hutt with Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Koplin. attendance chaired by Mrs. Blakeslee with Mrs. Mahike, Mrs. Atkinson and Mrs. Wendt. entertainment chaired by Mrs. Bagnell with Mrs. Dickason and Mrs. Thomas. finance chaired by Mrs. Nye with Mrs. Fox and Mrs. Andrus. Members also voted to hold meetings on Monday evenings instead of afternoons.
The Young People of the United Presbyterian Church met at the church last evening to elect officers. Mrs. Robert Sherrard was chosen president, Miss Elizabeth Brown vice president, and Miss Phyllis Pearson secretary and treasurer. The social segment was organized by Phyllis Pearson, Mrs. Sherrard, and Ruth Lautenschlezer with refreshments served to conclude an enjoyable evening.
The Lorain County Beekeepers Association met at F. E. Schriver’s home in Grafton for their annual maple sugar supper. Seventeen members attended and conducted usual business. The next meeting is set for April fifteenth with location to be decided.
Members met at Hotel Newell for supper at six. Twenty-nine members attended. John Ross of Chicago spoke on Dental Economics as organizer of the Borworts Study Club. Discussions followed. Next meeting set for April Fifteenth.
Esther L Pratt daughter of Mr and Mrs J Pratt of Fields Ohio and Otto Harding of Olmsted Falls were married in a quiet ceremony at the bride's parents home. Rev T E Cobb officiated. They will reside on Cook Road Olmsted Falls. Mrs Mording formerly a cadet in Pacific schools and in Latewoos is praised for her teaching work. A shower for Mrs Vernog Hardings Sunday school class was held at Cox Road Olmsted Falls.
At the Session meeting the Bible School teachers for the coming year were appointed. Communion Service to be held on Easter Sunday March 31 with preparatory services the week before. Mrs Samuel H Bowen of 510 West Avenue returned home after a two week trip to Atlantic City New Jersey.
The Woman's Auxiliary of St Andrew's church plans a Wednesday meeting at 2 PM at Mrs R A Osborne's home 357 Kenyon Ave The Mystic Five Hundred Club meets tomorrow evening at Mrs M D Benson's home Second Street A luncheon at 1 PM We Twelve Club meeting rescheduled to Friday at 1 30 PM at Mrs T Dimick's home Dewey Avenue District Five Section C Bible Study Club will meet Thursday at 2 PM at the home (address not given)
The R F O M Class of the Church of Christ met at Sam Manzo’s home at 338 East Bridge Street with nine members and two visitors. The gathering covered a business session noting growing interest and membership, with plans to recruit new members, contribute to the church building fund, and refreshments served.
The Woman's Club Business Department hosted a St Patrick's party at a member's home with ten bridge tables and five hundred in play. Prizes went to Miss Lilian West and Mrs George Savage for bridge and Mrs William Schuur received the five hundred award. Former president Mrs Charles Ashbrook attended, and the club rooms were seasonally decorated. Refreshments were served by the Ways and Means Committee.
A La Porte Methodist Church event, the second party by choir members Mrs Arthur Ehrke and Mrs Archie Welton and committee, featured a grand march, an hour of singing, and decorations and refreshments with Saint Patrick Day themes.
The Fortnightly Club will meet at the home of Mrs George Stevens of East Avenue for luncheon Thursday noon March 21. Four O Clock Club will meet Friday afternoon March 22 with hostess Mrs A F Terry of Fourth Street.
The record lists Lester W Life 24 recorder Elyria and Margaret A Wilson 21 teacher Lorain with Rev Hunter of Cleveland G Royal Baird 32 decorator Elyria and Lefs Seckel 23 waitress Elyria. A minister of Elyria.
Admissions list two individuals Mrs Clyde Jones of 234 Howe Street and Mrs Henry Oldag of 237 Winckles Street. No discharges reported.
Mr and Mrs R R Renouarae and Mr and Mrs J E Handley return from Florida after six weeks. George Pease of Norwalk visits Mrs Agnes Wier. Mrs Mionia Church returns from California winter visit. Mrs Charles Ashbrook of Findlay visits Elyria friends. Mr and Mrs J F Conrad and W B Young with children spend six weeks in Hot Springs Ark. Miss Ethel Burrows and Miss Kimberly travel to Savannah Richmond and Washington. Mrs BE Colson returns from New York City. Miss Helen W Gameson moves into Devon Courts apartment. Sam Squire travels to Chicago on business and returns by Saturday. Dr Guth rents Devon Court Seventeen. Mrs J Dunn rents Squires East Third street house.
Oberlin reports that Bar num Brown, Curator of the American Museum of Natural History in New York, will present a popular lecture titled Hunting Biz Game of Other Days. The talk, illustrated with slides and motion pictures, takes place March 25 at 8 15 p m in the King Bosworth Room of the Men s Building. Brown will discuss ancient animal life and museum practices, drawing on his wide experience in a field newly explored.
Mrs H M Funk of Highland court entertained members of the Modern Bridge Club including Mrs A C Smith Mrs Lee Brindsley Mrs O H Brindsley Mrs G Wykrent Mrs F Neu field Mrs C M Bradshaw and Mrs William Rigo Bridge prizes went to Mrs O H Brindsley and Mrs C M Bradshaw MRS RHODES BIBLE STUDY MEETING Section Six Letters L of the Bible Study Clubs met at Mrs Rhodes 712 Sherman Street yesterday after noon There was 2 good response to the questions of the leader Mrs Cunningham March twenty fifth Mrs Weeden of 105 Cornell Avenue will have the meeting at her home.
The second Union Lenten service was held at the First Evangelical church with Rev. Walter N. James as speaker. Rev. W. A. Tabbert led the service and Rev. W. E. Speaker supervised scripture reading and prayer. A youth choir led by Flord Moore provided music. Rev. James delivered an inspiring talk.
Miss Othel Milliren and Miss Buswell hosted the Mugwumps for a regular supper meeting last evening. Business matters were discussed and the evening was spent socially.
Last evening friends gathered at Lloyd Sweet's home to celebrate his forty first birthday with a social party. Bridge provided entertainment and after refreshments a birthday cake was served as the centerpiece. Guests included Mr and Mrs James Heowitt, Mr and Mrs J Stankare, Grotze Riehwine, Mr Fern Johnson, Miss Beatrice Williams, Harriet Matting, Sir Huwiston, Miss Wilma Gardner, Mr and Mrs Frank Allsopp, and Mr and Mrs Harry Garford.
Hickory Tree Grange invites all members to a Friday party at the Grange hall. The International and Fordson Tractor contest winners will be banqueted. Fordson side with Mrs Ben Michael captain will provide entertainment. International side with Mrs Katherine Kolbe captain will furnish refreshments. A good attendance is hoped.
Mire H A Williams of Shoe Avenue entertained last evening for the birthday anniversary of Wm. Coburn. Jonquil bouquet and a birthday cake decorated the table. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Coburn, their son Burton, daughter Bessie, Mrs. Mary Mahkorno, Motion Krotell, Mary Ellen, Jean Rash, Mr. and Mrs. Williams and daughter Myrtle. The guest of honor received several pleasing gifts.
Round Table Club met at Mrs H H Nye of Washington Avenue Wednesday instead of Thursday as previously announced. The change in plan was noted during the gathering.
A Methodist school board meeting at the church parlors last evening hosted a farewell for Miss Elda Schofield who will soon marry Dos. The event celebrated an upcoming marriage with guests and well wishes.
The Young Men's Club held its regular session at the YMCA last evening after a moving picture titled The Age of Speed was shown. The event featured local members and emphasized club business following the film.
Dance event listing at Cascade on Tuesday March 19 with admission 50 cents for couples. Public welcome and attendees urged to join in the evening.
A short talk and presentation by Mrs. A. K. Jenne on behalf of the board precede a prayer by Mrs. W. E. Speaker. The event concludes with plans for a future home in Akron.
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Whiton have returned home from Detroit where they visited their daughter and son in law Mr. and Mrs. M. J. Burkhardt. They also visited Mrs. Lil Nan Hamilton and Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Burge in Toledo.
The Mite Society of the Methodist Church will be entertained Wednesday afternoon by Mrs. Ruby Walker Mrs. Leonard Walker and Mrs. Claire Stiwald at the home of Mrs. Stiwald on Church Street.
Mrs Henry Grugel of West Street has had her foot cast removed after an injury that required a cast. An X ray shows the injury will keep her confined to her home for some time.
A Girl Reserves discussion group met Tuesday afternoon with Miss Beelman and Miss McCarter as leaders guiding the session.
Rev. Walter James of Ohio State University addressed high school students on Monday afternoon. He said college life is driven by varied professor viewpoints and that tangible experiences shape understanding. He compared the Bible to the American Beauty Rose and grapefruit, arguing lasting wisdom comes from discovery over 2000 years. He noted people find God even through failure.
The Young Ladies Sodality of St. Josephs Catholic Church met at Miss Mary Browns Washington Street home last evening. They prepared novelties for an upcoming spring bazaar and served refreshments with St Patrick appointments to 25 attendees.
The Brownhelm Parent-Teacher Association met in the school auditorium for a business session followed by a program on Birds presented by students in the first and second grades. Various piano solos were also featured.
Miss Lucille Schubert resumes duties at Lakeside Training School for nurses after a weekend at her Leavitt Road home. The item notes she had spent time away from work prior to returning to her post.
The Juniors held a meeting at 4 o clock Monday to discuss the upcoming Junior Senior reception.
The bars of the high school met Monday to discuss the coring baseball games.
Mrs Mary Mahkorn and Mrs Wm Coburn visited Elyria Monday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Frank Arndt with Warren Decker and their son Eugene called on friends in Elyria and Oberlin during the weekend. Mr and Mrs C J Brown of Elyria visited Ambherstriends Sundar.
In Birmingham, the junior girls basketball game ended 13 to 12 in favor of Birmingham after trailing 10 at halftime. Lineups included Flora Schuster, Mildred German, Dorothy Wilber, Blanche Benzow, with substitutions Rudziczi and Krebs. The following boys game saw Vermilion win 19 to 9.
A church in La Porte hosts a chicken supper on Thursday March 21 from 5 30 p m Proceeds to support church activities and programs with a community gathering for attendees.
Tea and messages at Dew Drop Inn located at 110 Floral Court from early afternoon until 9 p.m. Phone listed as 8234 for inquiries. All are welcome to attend.
The ad touts Marmoola as a science based fat loss plan claiming it has helped many for 20 years. It promises three methods including starvation and abnormal exercise, and guarantees visible changes in beauty and weight. Each box supposedly contains the complete formula and reasons for outcomes.
Local social notes list visits and callers across towns including Hastings, Griffin, Leuszler, Snyder, Reid, Portman, Oebling, Gang, Furley, Dowlings, Bates, Collinwood, Fesler, Vietzen, Moulder, Hand, Stoller, McHale, Starkey, Hand, Davidson, Kuhlman, Latteman, Coven, and The W C T U meeting at Birmingham M E church with music by local choirs.
United Press listings describe two NBC networks and several stations offering top programs. Bourdon's orchestra on WEAF at 7:30, Hank Simons' Show Boat on WOR, 9:50 features Revellers and Haenschen, a Symphon oh orchestra on NBC networks, and Continentals on WJZ at 7 PM.
Eastern Time list of WTAM WEAR and WEAF WGYT programs for Tuesday March 19 includes pianist Earl Rohlf concert, Cleveland orchestra items, weather, Apex Home Sweet Home hour, Standard Oil Symphony, Widlar hour, Eveready hour, Club Eskimos, literature talks, radio theater, club orchestras, Vocational Bureau talk, political discussion with William Wile, Paul White man hour, Amos and Andy, Wrigley’s Royal Canadians, and Selznick’s Club Madrid Orchestra among others.
Property listing advertises a home with 150 ft frontage on Lake Avenue. Abundant shrubs and flowers described. No phone information. Contact W. E. Patton, Real Estate Broker, office A 3rd St next to Y M C A.
A fragmented OCR shows a dense radio timetable with many station call letters and program items. Entries include music, orchestras, lectures, dramas, and time stamps across multiple stations such as WTAN WWJ WOOY TAM WAM WGY WLW KDKA WJR and more. The text lists acts by time from 10:00 p m to 11:00 p m with various performers, programs, and interstation notices, reflecting a busy network schedule rather than a single event.
Marcel Finger Wave Manicure and Shampoo services offered at Mitzi Beauty Shoppe located at 315 Lake Ave. Franco American Hygiene Products supplied, contact Ph. 35422 for details and pricing at 50 cents.
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