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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1939
Page
4
The fragment lists editors and publishers for the Elyria Chronicle Telegram and printing company. It notes addresses in Lorain County and ad representatives in major cities. The date shown is Tuesday March 21, 1989.
The article assesses Hitler's expansion after the Munich settlement and warns that Nazi power in Central Europe grows stronger. It compares Hitler to Napoleon, arguing the drive for conquest will not end quietly and that resistance in the Balkans may fail against German pressure. A Moscow fate looms if unchecked.
Citizens observe workers clearing Winter's dirt from Second Street while cinders are crushed into dust. The dust fills the air as shovels fly, raising concerns for the workers' health and a call for protective masks.
The city of Rochester installs speed guidance signs on a major thoroughfare to tell motorists the optimal speed to pass traffic signals on green. The signs adjust further away from the city center to permit higher speeds, aiming to foster goodwill and cooperation among drivers.
A dated list of anniversaries notes Johann Bach born in 1685 and other figures such as Lorinda Bryant and Florenz Ziegfeld born in 1883, Raoul Lufbery and Winfield Scott linked to 1917 1839, 1868, and 1932 events. It mentions the Academy of Natural Sciences founded 1812 and the 1938 Navy Bill passage.
The piece lists prominent figures with birthplaces and ages: Dr. Thomas S. Gates of Philadelphia and president of the University of Pennsylvania aged 66, Adjbert Kahn of Detroit German-born architect aged 70, Howard W. Blakeslee of New York AP science editor born in Dungeness Washington aged 59, Dr. George EF. Vincent retired Rockefeller Foundation president born Rockford Alabama aged 75, Gen. James G. Harboard RCA board chair born Bloomington Indiana aged 73, and Prof. George D. Birkhoff Harvard mathematician educator born Overisel Michigan aged 55.
The text describes a turning point of the year and of desire, noting its potential to produce eminent persons. It warns of egoism and a rigid strain while urging moderation of all good day characteristics.
Elbert Hall was arrested on a begging charge in Washington D C and pleaded for mercy. He promised to leave town if released. The judge approved and Hall dashed from the courtroom running toward the city limits.
A six member Elyria delegation named by Mayor Jones will travel tonight to Newport News Virginia to greet Elyria soldiers returning in the 185th Infantry unit. The delegation includes Airs and Mrs George Chamberlain Mr and Mrs George Tufford and Mr and Mrs J J Dilson all with sons in the unit.
Thursday evening at Belden P T A showcased school musical groups led by Miss Viva Shaw Miss Spellbrink and Floyd Moore. Frank Schriver acted president with John Wickner Delbert Connors and George Grabenstetter in office. The program featured orchestra rhythm band junior glee clubs violin solos and songs including Robin Hood and Little John There’s Music in the Air and Finlandia among others.
A devotional passage on humility cites Matthew and Mark urging believers to servant leadership. It argues humility is essential for God to dwell in and reign over a life, requiring continual surrender and ongoing readiness to yield strength to divine service.
In New Britain Connecticut Police Sergeant James F. Kelly heard a familiar clicking sound from a back room of a cafe. He exited to arrest eight men, finding only 32 cents in the pot.
The Girls Glee Club sings Florian's Song and Prayer, the Boys Trio performs Down South, and the Mixed Chorus presents Homeland and My Bonnie Lass She Smileth under Miss Spellbink. A refreshment committee serves sandwiches cookies and coffee.
A Elyria reader argues against a proposed one hour parking limit. He notes Elyria as farming county center relies on farmers who visit town weekly or monthly and warns one hour will drive trade to other towns. He endorses two hour limits or alternative plans to keep merchants thriving.
The council last night voted approval of a proposed bill to restrict heavy freight trucks on Ohio highways from 1 P M Saturday to midnight Sunday on holidays from 9 A M to 11 P M. The aim is to reduce freight traffic and improve safety for passenger cars. A report of council’s approval will be sent to the legislature.
Council heard two requests to install lights after thefts from parked cars were blamed on darkness. The Western Automatic Machine and Screw Co asked for a light on Foster Avenue by their lot, and the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints sought a Walnut Street at Lake Avenue light.
A resident James E Brown of 392 Broad Street Elyria Ohio urges a change to limit parking on Broad Street to one hour. The letter argues this measure would address ongoing congestion and improve traffic flow.
Sunday callers at the Charles Wise home included Mrs. Donna Rust Miss Dorothy Seidel of Grafton Miss Agnes Angle of Marion Mr and Mrs George Meyers Mr and Mrs C O VerSoy and Miss Winifred VerSoy of Lakewood. The Belden choir will practice with the Grafton choir at the Graf ton church Friday evening. The two groups prepare for the union church service on Easter Sunday.
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