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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1942
Page
3
Louisville horseman Henry McLemore touts his Derby pick with claimed exclusivity. Critics doubt the horse’s merit citing bloodlines and track limits while betting rumors swirl about jockey changes and race readiness.
A horse owner defends his Derby entrant despite rheumatism, noting the animal’s stubborn grit and track-tested performance. The horse, trained by T. D. Pinkey Grimes of Colorado near Kremml, has a history in Arkansas Derby and a reputation for endurance, described with colorful local color and old-time spirit.
Chronicle Telegram carriers sold and delivered 23 252 War Stamps this week to families on their newspaper routes, bringing their total to over 500 000 stamps in 18 weeks as Official United States Defense Agents. Each buyer receives an album for 187 stamps and can swap it for a War Bond later, with bonds available through carrier applications.
A scrambled note discusses Myer and a Derby winner name, mentioning Payne Whitney Greentree Stable and a $300 yearling. It contrasts Grimer with Mrs Whitney in a horse racing context, noting rival horses and competition figures.
South Amherst announces the wedding date for Miss Ninabelle Witt and Lewis Kilmer set for June 6. The May meeting of the FL H class of the Congregational Sunday school included a theater party in Elyria and a social home gathering hosted by Virginia Stewart.
Farmers in Lorain County will vote at the county AAA Office in Elycta and Wellington Town Hall on the wheat marketing quota plan. About 180 eligible voters will decide whether the marketing quota for wheat should be confined. Proponents argue the quota protects farmers while opponents warn it could hurt farmers if defeated.
Secretary of War Henry L Stimson urged communities to give larger support to new soldiers, lamenting fewer brass bands and fanfare than in the last war. He said morale depends on local demonstrations of gratitude and confidence, and cited the army leading national morale. The report notes community events and church notices while highlighting the overall call to honor service members.
Ridgeville Grange hosts a wartime discussion on What I Can Do To Help Win the War with Master Burke presiding. Officers substituted include Hester Taylor and Mrs Ralph Gilder for two Graces Merle Gage for Steward and O Hadaway for Assistant Steward. New members and visitors, including Mr and Mrs Bliss of Avon, were voted in. Charter draped for Mere ton Coe. A high school band performance accompanied the evening.
Civilian Defense plans were outlined with Lb. R. Hadaway detailing free department work. Hugh Palmer outlined Home Economics and Industrial Arts efforts at Ridgeville School. Various clubs and organizations were represented including Patent-Teacher Organization, Boy's and Girl's Clubs, the Gitt. Scouts, Grange, Study Club, and Garden Club. Father Brucker of St. Peter's and Reverend Thompson of Field's Methodist led religious remarks, stressing respect for authority and the minister's role in sustaining faith during wartime. The meeting closed with a Benediction.
New books announced for circulation today by Mix Edna Moore include General The Bluejacket Manual U Navy Superior Children Through Modern Nutrition by Kugelmass Wood Technology by Tiemont Man Answers Death by Lamont University Debaters Annual edited by Phelps Homespun by the General Federation of Women's Clubs committee on policy Methods by Anderson Old MacDonald Had a Farm by McDonald The Ward in Blue by Tomlinson People Under Hitler by Deuel Gardenias for Sue by Hauck The Girl of the Woods by Lutz The Shadow Rider by Macs Donald Mayhem in Bedlat by Paul.
Vitamin A in general amounts may help prevent accidents during blackouts by improving night vision. Green and yellow foods supply the vitamin, including carrots, squash, pumpkins, apricots, peaches, leafy greens, tomatoes, eggs, and fish oils. Children need adequate vitamin A for growth and immunity, while excess is stored in the liver.
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