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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1942
Page
2
Italy seven players have speaking roles in King’s Man at the Rivoli Theatre. The story unfolds over several time periods. Leading the cast are Ann Sheridan Robert Cummings Ronald Reagan Betty Field Charles Coburn and Claude Rains with many others also appearing.
The Vanishing Virginian at Capitol Theatre features Frank Morgan in the title role with Cap'n Bob Yancey and Spring Byington. The article notes a nationwide New Zealand binoculars and telescope drive for armed forces and appeals to public support for the Defense Department.
Chatter notes Jimmie Filder facing decline amid biopic backlash while Tyrone Power and Den Ameche face similar fame shifts. Mentions Andrews Sisters and Lupino, with anecdotes about Hollywood quirks and industry crushes on stars and gossip throughout.
A roundup of local social activity and visits appears from West Ridge and nearby towns. Convalescents Carl Fi and Sherman Mason thank aid providers. the Girls 4-H Club organized a spring gathering with refreshments. Numerous residents and visitors are listed, including Mr and Mrs Ro Walker and families, Mrs Mate Pelletetd, Mrs Tau Shaklee, and others hosting or attending calls, birthdays, and church events. A recent electrical storm damaged a radio antenna, sparking a fire and damaging a transformer, necessitating a replacement. Florence Newell is noted for an achievement.
The Wellington high school plans a three day dramatic program May 1 in the school auditorium under Mia Wiga r. Casts include Chit Wonder and Wildcat Willie Gets Bra Fever with performers led by Ada from Wildcat Willie. Memorial Day services in Steubenville April 24 at First Methodist Church directed by Village Clerk John T Liutt with Pastor Paul Jautier opening remarks.
Memorial day exercises are scheduled at Creer econd cemetery at 18% am with a church service at the Town park led by Cot J. TacDernwtt. Decorations will follow graveside ceremonies in the school auditorium and hosted by the Memorial program committee with local officials and veterans groups assisting.
The Wakeman annual Spring music festival will be in the school auditorium Friday evening May 8 at 6 00 pm. Vocal and instrumental groups perform a program with a special Mothers Day feature and a conductor from the Congregational church will lead Sunday May 10 services.
The community prepares for a Mother-Daughter banquet with a 6 30 start in the local hall and no supper charge, plus awards for honorees. A baccalaureate for the graduating class of 1942 will be held May 17 at the Congregational church, followed by commencement May 19 with Rev. Paul Mensh as speaker. News briefs note multiple local moves and social events including a dinner Senior banquet at the school and dances, with others planning to reclaim desert and marsh.
Suburban calendar items list various community events in Avon Lake Lorain and nearby towns. Activities include junior and inter-mediate meeting at a parsonage, Easter Stars dance, Gratton Methodist church program, North Olmsted concert at the high school, Pride Help urgent request, North Ridgeville class at town hall, and a Saturday court lodge meeting with fire department updates.
May Day events at Penfield on May 1 include a school program at 2 p.m. with a May Queen Clara Yourgtas and rousing queen Lows Leach, plus awards for popular boy Glen and girl Nanny mipst. A birthday social follows May 1 in Hall Cotereddish with 3:30 p.m. serving. A Waited Society meeting, cookie donations, and plans for Mrs. Harold Sooy’s sendoff are noted. Southern Pathway item mentions England building 600 freizh.
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