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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1939

Page

10

Mary Martin shines in Leave It to Me on Broadway

New York reports Mary Martin rising star from Weatherford Texas with hit My Heart Belongs to Daddy. The Broadway revue Leave It to Me stars Will iam Gaxton and Victor Moore and runs through summer barring disaster. Also notes Sophie Tucker and Hugh Gibson as notable figures, plus aviation plans at the World’s Fair and early New York amusements.

New York Mary Martin Weatherford Texas Mary Daddy William Gaxton Victor Moore Chas Driscoll Miss Martin Rainbow Room Rockefeller Center J. P. McEvoy Boston J. P. Down Eddie Rickenbacker mid-Manhattan

Elyria High School Microphone System Needs Revamping

Elyria City Board of Education deferred action on a revamp of the Elyria High School microphone announcing system. The ten year old setup, funded partly by gifts, may require a new panel speakers microphones and wiring with costs estimated around 3500 to 5000 dollars and the district share about 2000 dollars. A more specific report was requested to determine immediate needs.

Elyria City Maston

Will Review Board Of Health Reports At Dinner Meeting

Lorain County General District Board of Health will review yearly activities at the district advisory council annual meeting. The Oberlin M E church hosts a 6 30 dinner followed by business health program and music at 7 30. Reservations needed by Monday morning. The annual report will be presented.

Board of Health Lorain County General District Board of Health Oberlin M. E F. R. Dew Oberlin District Board of Health

Wilkin Nominated for Federal Judge Seat

Cleveland reports say Robert N. Wilkin of New Philadelphia former Ohio Supreme Court judge would be chosen for the federal judgeship vacancy. U S Senator Vic Donahey called Wilkin satisfactory but noted other candidates also in consideration. Rumors place the appointment to fill Judge Samuel H Wests seat, with possible non Cleveland origin.

Cleveland, O Cleveland Robert N. Wilkin New Philadelphia Ohio Supreme Court U. S Vic Donahey Washington Wukin

Elyma School to Replace Dishwashing Equipment

The Elyma Board of Education approved purchasing new dishwashing equipment for the high school cafeteria at 434 dollars. The move follows a recommendation from cafeteria manager Miss Alice V. Lentz after reviewing several lines, per R. C. Maston the superintendent.

Elyma High School Elyma Board of Education Alice V. Lentz R. C. Maston

Europe preps cost nations billions daily

The article estimates European military preparations cost about 20 million dollars daily, with Britain, France, Italy, and Germany bearing large shares. It notes mobilizations, long range naval programs, and a million-strong armies in several nations, plus broader regional involvement and potential economic strain.

Europe Great Britain Germany France Italy Inc Poland Soviet Russia Spain Romania Hungary Yugoslavia Belgium Netherlands Den Czechoslovakia Bohemia

Amherst Business Men Plan Booster Dinner and 125th Anniversary

Amherst Ohio reports the Amherst Business Men's Association forming plans for a booster dinner May 26 to contact local business houses about the 125th anniversary celebration. They also discuss sending one boy to the Boys State Camp in June and rescheduling the June meeting for Ladies' night at Brownhelm Congregational church.

Amherst, O Amherst Business Men’s Association Grange Hall Columbus Amherst W. G. Schaeffer R. E. Berk C J. Ehrman Walter Mischka Walter Schulz Brownhelm Congregational Church

St Peter Sunday School Plans Children’s Day Service

The monthly meeting of St Peter Evangelical and Reformed Sunday School teachers and officers met at the parsonage. Rev Schmidt led devotions while Miss Florence Ehrman spoke on William and Katherine Booth founders of the Salvation Army. Plans were made for Children’s Day June 1 and a 10 o’clock combined service.

St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Sunday School Schmidt Florence Ehrman William Katherine Booth Salvation Army Olive Miller C. Mulder Walter Miller L. Roemer F. Berger Helen Roemer Edith Mary Berger Kathryn Schriner Helen Hollingsworth Helen Berger Evan Meyers Rev. Schmidt Ray Jewett

Amherst Aerie of Eagles elects officers and plans May events

Amherst Aerie of Eagles held elections naming Donald Fullmer president J A Becker vice president Gerald Bruce chaplain Henry Raesler secretary Edward Moebius treasurer Arthur Beregeszazy conductor Charles Sabiers inside guard Ben Schaeffer outside guard and Paul Mori trustee. Installations set for June. May 14 Mother’s Day class initiation with Mayor C E Cooper speaker. Memorial Day march, graves of deceased Eagles to be decorated, and mothers of Eagles who died in World War I to be honored.

Amherst Aerie of Eagles Donald Fullmer J. A. Becker Gerald Bruce Henry Raesler Edward Moebius Arthur Beregeszazy Charles Sabiers Ben Schaeffer Paul Mori C. E. Cooper

St Peter Evangelical Men’s Club Meeti ng Fish Fry

The Men’s Club of St Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church will gather tonight at the church parlors beginning with a 6 30 fish fry. A program will follow with guests from the 1939 confirmation class.

St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church

Dorcas Class Meets At First Evangelical Church

The Daughters of Dorcas class of the First Evangelical church met Monday evening on Dewey road with hostesses Miss Hilda Kuhn Miss Katherine Kuhn and Miss Gertrude Kuhn. Business was followed by contests won by Miss Jane Springer and Miss Louise Meitzk. The evening ended with sewing and a luncheon served by the hosts.

Dorcas Hilda Katherine Gertrude Kuhn Dewey Road Daughters of Dorcas First Evangelical Church Jane Springer Louise Meitzk

Living Rosary Honors Queen of May at St. Joseph's Church

The Crowning of the Blessed Virgin occurred last evening before a well filled church. Girls of the school recited the Living Rosary and June Ruth crowned Mary with maids Erika Schwartz and Margaret Ascevez. Acolites included Richard Gormley and others. Rev. Holcomb led Benediction with Rev. H R McCormick and Rev. James Smith assisting. The sermon urged continued prayer for world peace.

St. Joseph’s Church Our Mother Shrine Our Lady Heaven and Earth June Ruth Erika Schwartz Margaret Ascevez Tola Roth Betty Scott David Jenkins Diane Henry Richard Donald Gormley Alfred Neien James Brennen Joseph Lach Martin Rickett Leonard Shinsky Floyd Lodge Thomas George Paul Atti Holcomb St. John’s Parish Lorain

Altar Rosary Society May Meeting at St Joseph's Hall

The Altar Rosary Society met at St Joseph's hall for its May gathering with hostesses Mrs Frank Franklin Mrs Hugh Finnegan Mrs Robert Finnegan Mrs Arnold Flock Mrs John Gormley and Miss Margaret Grant presiding. Plans were set for a Mothers and Daughters party replacing the annual banquet on May 17 and about 30 members attended.

Altar Rosary Society St. Joseph’s Hall Frank Franklin Hugh Finnegan Robert Finnegan Arnold Flock John Gormley Margaret Grant Theresa Gammons William Gillis Peter Gressler J. M. Hengen Jos. Henry Charles Henry

Alumni Banquet Date Changed and Committees Appointed

The High School Alumni Association met Monday afternoon at the school and changed the Alumni Banquet date from June 3 to June 5. Committees overseeing the banquet were appointed during the meeting.

High School Alumni Association

Needlecraft Club Meets At Mrs Menz Home

Mrs George Menz of South Main Street will host the Needle craft Club at her residence Wednesday afternoon.

George Menz South Main St

Rotary Club Update Aids Goodrich Rub-

C Hopkins leads Rotary Club chapter in Goodrich Rub discussing community service projects and upcoming fundraising efforts aimed at local youth programs and neighborhood improvements.

Unclear fate of Pendergast witness Schneider shocks Kansas City

Federal authorities search the Missouri River for Edward K. Schneider, associate of Democratic Boss Pendergast and key witness in federal prosecutions. Officials doubt the death was by his own action despite a car on a bridge, a hat downstream, and evidence suggesting a leap. The case undermines the government’s case as investigators pursue foul play or hoax theories while the search continues.

Kansas City Missouri River Edward K. Schneider J. Pendergast Pendergast Schneider Federal Bureau of Investigation Bob Moors U.S Maurice Milligan

Vincent Community Ice Cream Social Highlights Local Happenings

A large crowd at the Markley school house raised about fourteen dollars for the PTA treasury. The social committee included Mr. Morris, Mr. Wilhelmy, and Mr. McGucken. Also noted are family health updates and relocations in Vincent with several residents traveling for medical care and visits.

Vincent Markley School House Morris Wilhelmy McGucken P.T.A Treasury C. E. McIntire Wheatly Arkansas H. G. McIntire Elyria Watseka Helen Molich Memorial Hospital Leo Pappenbrook Shadden Road Lorain James Harnish Johan Harnish Harold Engle Detroit W. W. Marlett

Illness and health updates from a Cleveland neighborhood

Mrs. Viola Kiesel visits at Mrs. O B Rea’s home as neighborhood illness rises. Leo Kiesel visited over the weekend. Mrs. O B Rea had a serious but satisfactory operation at Amherst hospital. Memorial hospital reports for Mrs. Thomas Penson and Shirley McIntire show steady recovery from recent surgeries. Mrs. Chris Ackerman remains unable to return home due to an arm injury. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Dean and children toured LaGrange relatives. Mrs. Roy Wray visited relatives near Columbus. Miss Marian Knapp of Olmsted Falls visits Mrs. Frankie Beese and guests Mrs. Baldwin.

Viola Kiesel Cleveland O. B. Rea Leo Amherst Hospital Thomas Penson Memorial Hospital Shirley McIntire Chris Ackerman Elyria Hospital Leonard Dean Donald Delores LaGrange Roy Wray Columbus Marian Knapp Olmsted Falls Frankie Beese Beese T. M. Baldwin

Hostess Event for Loyal Workers Auxiliary at Methodist Church

Mrs. C. E. McIntire acted as hostess for a Wednesday afternoon gathering of the Loyal Workers Auxiliary at the local Methodist church. Mrs. Leroy Rhone Sr., the president, presided over the event with other members in attendance.

C. E. McIntire

Rotary talk on Sales Promotion draws 22 attendees

Ber Co. was present at the Rotary Club meeting on Monday and gave an illustrated talk on Sales Promotion. Dinner was served to 22 members and guests.

Markley Scouts Hold Weekly Meeting

The Markley Boy Scouts met on Tuesday evening with four members present due to other local activities. They played games outdoors, then held a business session led by Scout Master A. C. Haynes, with dues paid in the roll call and a discussion on buying more equipment.

Markley Boy Scouts A. C. Haynes

Stunt Night at Local Methodist Church entertains crowd

Large audience enjoys a program at the Methodist church featuring Mrs. White’s Sunday school children with piano by Mrs. Reese, a mock wedding from South Ridge, Buckeye Boys orchestra selections, and numbers by Charles Heck Harold Trockley and Steve Hodovan with piano. Ice cream and water refreshments were served.

Progressive class party honors two anniversaries at Morris home

A Thursday evening gathering hosted by the Methodist church Sunday school Progressive class was held at Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Morris home with twenty three attendees. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Leroy Rhone and Mr. Morris whose wedding and birthday anniversaries were celebrated. Children played games while adults socialized and refreshments of ice cream and cake were served.

Methodist Church Sunday School J. G. Morris Leroy Rhone Morris M. B. Copas Audrey John

Modes and Manners at a Parsonage Wedding

Attendees are limited to the families of the couple plus the best man and maid or matron of honor. The bride may wear gloves but does not carry a purse during the ceremony. Gloves are not obligatory for a bride. a purse may be given with gloves to a friend to hold during the marriage ceremony in a parsonage.

Cuttle Fish Bone and Stomach Ulcer Remedy Mentioned

Dr. Claud North Chrisman notes a curious claim that cuttle fish bone is used as a stomach ulcer remedy. He mentions visiting animal quarantine laws and germs, and recalls a rough man seeking “kettle fish” bone, a mispronunciation of cuttle fish bone.

Claud North Chrisman

Cuttle fish bone remedy tale in local health lore

A husband claims his wife used shredded cuttle fish bone for stomach trouble. The piece explains the bone is calcium carbonate from a fragile Mediterranean skeleton, used in dentifrices and bird powders, and notes potential but unsupported human uses and the role of calcium and phosphorus in health.

Materia Medica Mediterranean Sea

Healing Powers of Calcium and Phosphorus in Bone Formation

The article explains calcium and phosphorus work together to build bone and muscle tissue. It notes that calcium alone is insufficient and must be paired with phosphorus. It mentions using powdered cattle fish for stomach ailments and ulcer protection, and reflects on old remedies. It also briefly mentions Belgium considering production control of diamonds.

Belgium

Short Cuts for Home Care and Cooking Tips

Short cuts for Chinese cabbage boil faster. pewter cleaning with fine scourers. avoid mixed nuts in homemaking. An eye won’t crack from boiling. peppermint essence removes water marks from wood. Crisp pie crust by cooling on a high rack. Sour cream with mayaiu naise for lettuce and cucumber salad. Blanket extension via cotton flannel strip at foot of bed.

How to Reduce Thick Ankles

Advice to Mrs W A A on ankle thinning. If overall weight is high pursue diet and exercise, but isolated ankle fullness may stem from foot problems or disorders. Poorly fitting shoes can cause swelling. See a family doctor, then a foot specialist. Simple foot rotations can slim and firm the ankles after causes are addressed.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Charles B. Driscoll Sophie Tucker Hollywood Broadway Hugh Gibson Gibson Honduras Los Angeles UGLY Wilkin Fifth Avenue Fair” Organization McNaught Syndicate Inc Manufacturers Association of America Elyria Fur Shoppe B. A. Jenne Church St Amherst Temple of Pythian Sisters St Paul Lutheran Church Ladies’ Aid Society The Methodist Church Fred Hopkins Lincoln Street Needlecraft Club Rotary Club C. Hopkins Goodrich Elyria Nursery East Avenue Theo. Carpenter, Mgr Frankie Reese J. J. Cook Frances Heckel Edith Hurlbut Ralph O'Connor West River Road Middle Ave Markley Travel Memeber Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Travel Service DE. Chrisman East Ave Verry
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