Burns Fatal To Six Members Of Ohio Family
In Blackfork, Ohio, a devastating house fire claimed six members of the Leedy family. Teresa Leedy, 31, died in hospital after aiding a child and attempting to save others. Raymond Leedy, 38, a factory worker, and three of his children Betty 6, Charles 4, and Raymond Jr 2 perished inside the frame house. Delores 6 died in hospital. Mary Lou, two months old, survived but with facial and limb burns. Robert Leedy, 65, sustained minor burns while aiding relatives. Coroner Lynd heard that gasoline used to ignite a bed room fire caused an explosion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portsmouth
Blackfork, O
Teresa Leedy
Raymond Leedy
Kun
Cambria Clay Products Company
Blackfork
Lawrence County
Betty
Charles
Raymond, Jr
Delores
Mary Lou
Robert Leedy
Raymond
W W Lynd
Ironton
Death Record items show multiple obituaries in one clipping
Multiple obituaries and funeral notices including Mrs Alice Edwards of 660 Broad Street who died March 29 after a lingering illness, born Avon Ohio 1986, survived by daughter Mrs Paul Wharton and two grandchildren. funeral Monday at 2 pm at Broad Street home. Also Fannie L M Hatfield of Cleveland Heights, widow of Judge Edward P Hatfield, survived by daughter Miss Margaret Hatfield and three grandchildren. burial at Lakeview Cemetery. Frances T Powers of Oberlin aged 69, survived by two sons Kirtland and Kingsley, with funeral arrangements pending. Albert F Mellen of Valley City, funeral Monday at Leimkuchler Funeral Home. body at Gensemer. flowers omitted per request. EK Norton burial services at Greenwood Cemetery Sunday. Minor note on motorist Joseph Rising fined $3 for reckless driving after a March 23 accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Edwards
Alce W Edwards
Broadstreet
Avon Ohio
Elynia
First Congregational Church
Paul Wharton
Detroit
Michigan
Taylor Funeral
Broad Street
W M Auld
Ridgelawn
Fannie L Hatfield
FannIe L M Hatfield
Hugh D Greer
Cleveland Heights
Ohio
Hatfield
Edward P Hatfield
Cleveland
Havenna Ohio
Elyna
Margaret Hatfield
Mary Hatheld
Kathleen Hatfield
Edward Greer
Reiner and Lambert
Idlewood
Euclid Avenues
Frances T Powers
Oberlin. O
South Park Street
Kirtland T Powers
Oberlin
Kingsley Powers
Elyria
Girard
Albert F Mellen
Valley City
Mar
Leimkuchler
Franklin Blvd
Masonie Lodge
Gensemer Funeral Home
Leimhuehler
Mellen
Elsa
Richard
Elizabeth Bedell
Walter Mellen
Worcester
Licenses Granted in Lorain and Elyria Area
A list of licensees includes Frank Gallo a 63 Lorain steel worker and Philomena Delano a 57 Lorain. Also named are Joseph Orlenzi 22 Lorain steel worker, Dorothy Alu 20 Lorain, Chord Lampert 24 North Olmsted machine operator, Margaret A Lacy 22 Ridgeville, George W Reed 81 Lorain painter, Helen Clark 27 Cleveland street Elyria, Elyna Bennett, Raymond Pumphrey 27 Elyria National Tube Co employee and Helen Dorothy Kramer 25 East avenue Elyria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Gallo
Lorain
Philomena Delano
Joseph Orlenzi
Dorothy Alu
Lorain Chord Lampert
North Olmsted
Margaret A Lacy
Ridgeville
George W Reed
Helen Clark
Cleveland Street
Elyna Bennett
Raymond Pumphrey
Elyria National Tube Co
Helen Dorothy Kramer
East Avenue
Elyria
Origin of the word cop sparks debate in New York Day by Day
Charles B. Driscoll surveys theories on the origin of the term cop for police. He cites stories about Hartford’s Chief Butler and others, weighs Webster and Oxford dictionaries, and notes popular but unverified legends. The piece moves to reflections on West Virginia figures and a reminiscence of actors like Walker Whiteside and Walter Hampden in memory-filled New York theater scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Butler
Hartford
Conn
England
Chas
Driscoll
Hold
Oxford English Dictionary
Pelicemans
Walter Hampden
Broadway
Auto Co Employee Burns in Radiator Incident
Frank Atkins of RDY Oberlin an employee in the reconditioning department at the Glen Rogers Motor Co suffered first and second degree burns at 650 Bom's yesterday by boiling water spurting from an automobile radiator when he removed the radiator cap He was taken to Elyria Hospital admitted for treatment of burns on his forehead face neck and chest His condition today was reported as good.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Atkins
RDY
Oberlin
Glen Rogers Motor Co
Bom
Elyria Hospital
Court Of Appeals Upholds Mortgage Foreclosure
The Court of Appeals upheld a mortgage foreclosure suit by Mrs Elma E Haven of California against her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Paul E Knapp for 2097 alleging mortgage cancellation dispute. A handwriting expert testified the cancellation signature was not hers. The trial court ruled the mortgage valid and foreclosure could proceed. The appellate court affirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court of Appeals Today
Elma E Haven
Calfornia
Paul E Knapp
Haven
Common Pleas
D A Cook
Suit Filed Here Asks $60,000 Damages
The Ohio Public Service Co is named defendant in a $69,000 suit filed by Alexander Picione as administrator of his father Enrico Picione's estate. Enrico was electrocuted in April 1938 when the boom of a gasoline powered steam shovel he moved touched a 23000 volt line owned by the defendant at Seneca avenue and 36th street Lorain. The accident occurred while he aided Sam Trifflett, Lorain contractor. The family contends the power line was negligently erected and maintained, improperly insulated, lacked warning signs, hung only 18 feet above ground, sagged two feet, and violated the law. The widow and eight children, ages 1 to 24, survive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio Public Service Co
Esterday
Alexander Picione
Enrico
Seneca Avenue
36Th Street
Lorain
Enrico Picione
Sam Trifi
Peyton
Power Company
Iine
Decedents
Chicago Market Quotation Digest March 309 Prices Steady
Market notes from Chicago show grain mill products and farm produce with many items unchanged or steady. Beets, beets and mushrooms priced, with oats, wheat, hay, and straw detailed and market values tied to multiple regional suppliers and the The Sheets Elevator Co. data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Toledo Man Named C. O. C. Secretary Oberlin
Oberlin on March 30 an nouncement has been made by President Robert N Fauver of the appointment of S J Barrick of Toledo as executive secretary of the Oberlin Chamber of Commerce. He was selected from more than a score of applicants and brings extensive experience in taxation and unemployment compensation work. Barrick, a 1926 Ohio State University graduate, has municipal administration training and prior service in tax research and state government roles. He will start at once and his family will move to Oberlin when a residence is secured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberlin
Robert N Fauver
S J Barrick
Toledo
Oberlin Chamber of Commerce
Barrick
Chambers Board of Directors
Ohio State University
University of Madigan
Williamsport
Chamber of Commerce
State Chamber of Commerce
State Taxation Committee
Cooper
Bureau of Civic Affairs
Toledo Chamber of Commerce
Cleveland
Tax Commission of Ohio
Ohio League of Municipalities
Toledo University
Barrich
Barricks
Alice Jane
Peggy Lou
Oberlin Churches Schedule in March Services
In Oberlin Ohio the First Church hosts Rev J A Richards as minister with Rev Clarke Mc Cochrane directing religious education and student activities. March 3452 includes church school and morning worship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flrst Methodist Church
Harold B Willams
Robert C Mueller
S P McNaught
Ohio Anti-Saloon League
Epworth League
Vincent Hart
Christ Church (Episcopal
L E Daniels
Holy Communion
First Baptist Church
H Schuyler Foster
Oberlin
Ohio
J A Richards
Clarke Mc Cochrane
Stugaert
Amherst News: School Assembly and Community Events
Amherst reports a joint junior and senior high assembly under Wade Bruns with readings by Marjorie Brill, a one act play Lady To Call, band selections led by Edward Kiefer, and announces a basketball banquet by Robert Edwards. Afterward a dance, a marching song preview, and various club meetings follow along with social events and upcoming hospitality for the Amherst Aerie of Eagles and local organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amherst QO
Wade Bruns
Marjorie Brill
Florence Behrendt
Lucille Hoffner
Norma Hollingsworth
Edward Kiefer
Robert Edwards
Lorain
Raymond Frederick
Shirley Ehlert
Kiefer
Marione Brill
Yvonne McQueen
Conway
Return from South Deiss and Filo Arrive Home
Mr and Mrs George Deiss and Mr and Mrs Paul Filo arrived home Friday from Clearwater Florida where they have spent the past three months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Deiss
Paul Filo
Clearwater Florida
Entertained Guests Arrive for Spring Recess at Baldwin-Wallace
Ervin Maxwell, a student at Baldwin-Wallace University in Berea, arrived home today to spend the spring recess. Miss Grace Maxwell will spend Sunday with her parents, joining the family gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ervin Maxwell
Baldwin-Wallace University
Beren
Grace Maxwell
The King's Business Sermon and Meetings Notice
Sermon by the minister on The King's Business. A brief business meeting follows the service. Rev H Schuyler Foster spoke at the Mens Brotherhood meeting at the Hungarian church in Elyria on Aboard and Abroad. Oberlin’s A B Chesbro attended. several families plan spring trips and personal visits in Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H Schuyler Foster
Furst Baptist Church
Mens Brotherhood of the
Lorain Association
Elyria
B Chesbro
Oberlin
Certify Collective Bargaining at General Industries Elyria
The National Labor Relations Board certified two AFL unions and one unaffiliated group as sole bargaining agents for General Industries employees in Elyria following secret ballot elections held March 12. Results show Powerhouse employees backed International Brotherhood of Firemen and Oilers Local 198 AFL, plus Mechanics Educa tions Society of America Local 18, in department 13. Federal Labor Union No 30932 AFL received 108 votes for Mesa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
National Labor Relations Board Today
American Federation of Labor Unions
General Industries
Elyria
Powerhouse
International Brotherhood of Fire
Men & Oilers
American Federation of Labor
Mechanics Educations Society of America
Federal
Mesa
World War II War Debates Over German Paper Report
President Roosevelt and officials debate a German paper’s content as a sign of possible German policies. Senators call the report propaganda while others deem it unreliable. Welles reports on European talks, stressing no commitments or peace proposals from the United States.
Estes and Hager Triumph in Local Armory Wrestling
Estes from Oklahoma City defeated Jack Hagen of Shreveport two straight falls in 15 03 and 08 43 at the Elyria Armory, using a reverse leg lock to end the first and a tense exchange of fists in the second. Hager from Eugene, Oregon, beat Frankie Hart of Toronto in three falls, 14 20, 7 31, and a final pin at 4 45, after Hart briefly tied the match with a rolling head scissors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bos Estes
Johnny
Toots) Estes
Elyria Armory
Jack Hagen
Shreveport
Estes
Oklahoma City
Ohio
Hagen
Jack
Hager
Hari Tex Hager
Irelady
Eugene
Ore
Frankie Hart
Toronto
Ont
Hart
Tex
Cabs And Bittners Finish In Tie For Women's Pin Title
The Elyria Recreation Ladies Bowling League title race ended with City Cab and Battner Funeral Home tied after Bittners won two games from Western Automatic while Cabs dropped two to Kayes Kafe. A roll‑off decided the second half crown, with Cafe edging Cab to force a title decider against the Bittners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elyria Recreation
City Cab
Battner Funeral Home
Bittners
Cabs
Kayes Kafe
Cafe
Cafe Kegelers
Elyria Hardware
Haserodt Jewelers
Leos
Elyria Recreation High
Helen Taylor
City Cubs
St Johns Lutheran
St Johns School
Vestal Shoes
Arsc
Eagles
Census Envelope Handling Says Enumerators Must Receive It
A sealed envelope addressed to the Director of 1 Census in Washington will be given to the enumerator. Mat Uszak states the Census Bureau requires the envelope be handed to the enumerator to ensure proper handling and verification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Matuszak
Census Bureau
Oberlin Route 58 repaving get county backing
County commissioners voted yesterday to contribute 5000 toward repaving Route 58 in Oberlin from the New York Central railroad to Route 2 as a WPA project. Total cost estimated at 40006, village officials discussed county assistance for the project. Franklin Johnson reported a theft of 15 cash and four ladies watches from his car at Bee's Inn on Oberlin road. Door glass broken. Dr I Lewis filed suit for 125 for medical services for Becky Goldberg. Elja Laschin granted divorce from Fred Laschin for neglect. plaintiff awarded custody of their child. County Commissioners authorized sale of 100 tons of scrap steel from the old Ene avenue bridge for the new bascule bridge. bids open April 13. Fred Hoff named in suit for 1063 by Louis H Pick, liquidator of Auto Mutual Indemnity Co. Laura Yeager sues Nazera Zegion for 5000 for injuries from a fall on a temporary sidewalk at Broadway and 18th street, Lorain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberlin
New York Central Railroad
Franklin Johnson
West 14Th Street
Elyria
Sheriff's Department
Bee's Inn
Oberlin Road
County Commission
Ene Avenue
Lorain
Commissioners
Fred Hoff
Wellington
Louis H Pick
New York State
Auto Mutual Indemnity Co
Hotf
Laura Yeager
Nazera Zegion
Broadway
18Th Street
Farmer Found Dead In Automobile On Farm
Gust Larson, 62, of Case road farm, was found dead in the rear seat of a closed automobile in his barn at 6:30 am. A hose was attached to the exhaust and directed into the car. John Hensen, Larson’s hired man, discovered him as he searched the farm. Mrs Larson last saw him around 10 pm yesterday. Coroner S C Ward ruled death by carbon monoxide poisoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gust Larson
John Hensen
Larson
Daniels
Lakewood
C Ward
Special Services At Salvation Army
Salvation Army holds Sunday services at the hall with a 2 PM Sunday school, a 3 PM Lorain band concert under Paul Thomas, and an evening service at 745 led by Mayor and Mrs A E Avery of Youngstown. Public encouraged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army Hall
Salvation Army Band
Lorain
Paul Thomas
Gamer Thomas
A E Avery
Youngstown
Elyma
Motorists urged to renew 1940 licenses by Monday
Police chief warns drivers with 1939 plates risk arrest after 7 am Monday though formal deadline is midnight Sunday. Police plan to arrest all violators to clear sidewalks, as residents return from Sunday events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E J Stankard
Stankard
Also Mentioned on This Page
Burns
Joseph Rising
Grafton
Joseph Q Petro
Rising
Batt Avenue
Second Street
John McCarthy
Charles B. Driscoll
Fhiip S Barnes
West Virginia
Michael Thomas
Clarksburg
Stonewall Jackson
Pearl Buch
Dwight Morrow
John W Davis
Bob Ripley
Mamaroneck
Westchester County
Ripley
Dermand
Walker Whiteside
Hasting
Hudson
New York City
David Warfield
Whiteside
Royal Box
Forum
Hippodrome
Court of Appeals
Carlosts
Sheets Elevator Co
Mon- Tita Milling
Toledo Grain Elevator
Howegrowens
Golden Deer
el Tnt
Esther Wood
Roy Clarke
Cochrane
James Brand House
Brammer
Grace Lutheran Church
H Deuwe
Duwe
Jesus
Church Council
Ladies Aid
Church of the Sacred Heart
W C Oloughlis
Christian Science Society
Rust Methodist Church
Charles Copher
Churrch
Epworth
Frayer
Oberlin Churches
Amherst
Lucy Roemer
Axtel St
Amherst Aerie of Eagles
Amherst Business Mews Association
Congregational Church
Mary Martha
Elmer Gall
Cleveland Avenue
Amcherst Rotary Club
Apotlas
Smosts Club
Philip Braun
Harry Nachali
Mer
Clarence Kern
C J Springer
Ed Pietch
Ray Jewett
Jessie Cromwell
George Smith
Alle Kuss
Florence
Edith Ehrman
Marton Steele Rose
Linda Ehler
Tally-Ho
Ter Mischka
Ada Currier
Jack Keller
George Innes
Florence Schmitz
East Street
Earl Pippett
South Amherst
William Kreeger
Viola Kreeger
Schmitz Wall
Robert Kropf
Albert Schmitz
Henry Schmitz
Gust Bishop
Flmer Schmitz
Theodore Schmitz
Herry Schmtz
Albert Goods
Clarence Kurth
Lucie Moss
Mary Spicer
Cloverleaf
Cloverleaf Club
Peter Woh
Lever
F W Lehiff
Conrad Zilch
Mirs John Michael
Park Avenue
Michael
August Nabakowski
Arthur Engle
Circle Two
Clarence Nean
Ladies Aid Society
the Hospital
Jor McKenzie
Laths Zabel
Frank Bareck
den Rockwood
Arthur Mersig
Karl Smyth
Lous Zabel
Frank Barek
I G Maxwell
Columbus
Miss Maxwell
Huron Road Hospital
Amherst Hi
C F Alter
Zanesville O
P G Worcester
R S Leister
W C Carpenter
East Lorain Street
Sunbury
Donald J Leahy
Erie
Leahy
Erwin Worcester
Betty Wendt
South
Pythian Sisters
H A Funk
Elm Street
Oberlin Inn
Congress
George D Gas
Arthur Capper
R Kans
Claude Pepper Dala
Rush
Holt
Bullitt
Bordeaux
Roosevelt
Paris
Sumner Welles
Europe
Hull
Welles
United States
Adolf Hitler
Benito Mussolini
Neville Chamberlain
Edouard Daladier
G. J. O'Connor
Elyria Eagles
Wykrents Recreation
Ray Wykrent
Elytia Recreation
Burkharts
Federal Stare
PDC
Burkhart's
Vern Overdeer
Horace Beldon
Burkharts Ale
Olmsted & Hoeffel
I . Lewis
Herman
Becky Goldberg
Harry
Rosa Gordon
Elja Laschin
Fred Laschin
Salvation Army
Sudro-Curtis Ambulance Phone
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!