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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1944
Page
3
An event titled a book review luncheon drew about 165 attendees. Key organizers included a Miss de Dy Strong, with J Kilissnet noted among participants. The program referenced a sequence of speaking duties and acknowledgments at the venue, highlighting local interest in literary events.
The meeting recalls a memoir style tale of a young woman who travels to Europe seeking wealth and recognition, then returns to host and support refugees through a charity event. Members discuss a Brooklyn novel and a book review, with prizes, tea, and decorations noted. The gathering honors a teacher’s resignation and welcomes a new instructor, with future plans set for June at Mrs. Strang’s Columbia Avenue home.
The American Legion Auxiliary held a meeting to plan a party on May 22 at Vesl cof May and to prepare for the day program in June. Mrs Evelyn Andrews, social chairman, will oversee arrangements. Reports from fall chairmen were heard and gifts were sent to Dayton adopted mothers for Mother’s Day. Letters from members serving in the armed forces were read, and preparations for Poppy Day on May 27 continued. Mrs Mary Austin won a special prize. refreshments followed with helpers listed. A rummage sale was set for May RY by the Cosmopolitan Club and others.
Second Lieutenant and Mrs Thurs Tow Knepper arrival in Blytheville with several acquaintances, amid family mentions including Mr and Mrs Edward Bailey and Miss Phyllis Houreuin. Reports cover a baby born at Blyvin Memorial Hospital, officers elected for Mary Martin class, and a Division C meeting hosted by Mrs Fred Baker with readings, music, and a planned May event at Madelock.
A fragmented OCR notice lists several individuals with ages and locations including David Ardwick 34 New Lexhip Ch, Grace West 24, WA Second Wireel, Oey Harrison 28 Weston West Va, Shirley Mac Boby 18 Lorain, George W. Ross 33 Risin, Nella Satie 38 Alpherst among U S Army tied names.
Trustees elected Mrs E Howenstine as associate president of the Lorain County Planned Parenthood association at a board meeting in the clinic rooms. Also chosen were Mrs Q Russell Hargo as vice president, Mrs H C Gollmar as treasurer, and Mrs J C Sheppard as secretary.
Elizabeth Toth and William Ignatz wed at Magyar Evangelical and Reformed Church in a Bible read service by Rev Levis G Novak. The former Elizabelly Toth wore a floor length green velvet gown and was given in marriage by her brother Albert Toth. Attendants included Brew of Amherst as maid of honor and bridesmaids Esther Ignatz Margaret Varga and free Sabo. Ignatz is the son of Mrs. Michael Tonatz. About 100 guests attended a church dining reception. The couple, both employed at Western Automatic Marching Screw Company, will reside with the bride’s family on return from their honeymoon in West Virginia.
Calendar notes list a 7:30 event at St Mary's Hall with a variety of church and community groups. It mentions Daughters of America, Mothers Club, church study clubs, and a WAVES enlistment recognition, plus a May 15 guest speaker and a May 8 or 9 meeting.
The meeting led by Mrs Tolley and Mrs Billingsley followed devotional readings from Readings Digest The group planned a May 17 event at the church and discussed relief efforts, gifts, and a forthcoming June gathering at Abna Ditileh on Grattan road with Mrs Kertip leaving the group
Troop No 20 hosted a mother-daughter dinner at the Ohio Fuel Gas Co venue with Lois McKey supervising. Scouts Darlene Miller and others prepared tea and the program included a talk by Miss Louise West Yrodp and a visit to Gates Hospital for Crippled Children. Elyria Garden Club meets Thursday with Merritt Powell as speaker and a white elephant plant sale highlighted by members.
Read as a church notice the United Presbyterian Congregational emceed event scheduled for Friday May 12 has been postponed with a bake sale and social gathering planned by La Grange Doreas?
Fragmentary report notes an event announced by Masjerie C Sriviliy, with attendees listed including William MM and Knips. It references a wedding or ceremony at a regional church in Novity Ridgeville Congregational, with an open house or observance planned.
The Jefferson High School Parent Teacher Association invites the public to attend a special meeting at the DAL building Friday evening. The Jefferson Hills Glee Club will perform a Central Spring concert, followed by the installation of new officers. A business session begins at 7:30 with program to follow. a reception for honored families is planned at 250 Oakwood Avenue. The Shriver family notes their son Steve leaves for the Navy in May, and the extended family includes several sons serving in the armed forces.
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