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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1934
Page
4
The census bureau reports a rising four weekly toll from automobile fatalities in 86 cities. Through April 14, 1934, 616 deaths occurred, higher than both earlier 1934 periods and the 1933 and 1932 comparisons, signaling a likely higher-year danger as summer traffic nears. Weather and rising car volumes drive the trend.
Naval maneuvers in the Caribbean test the Macon crew and officers as the future U S airship policy hinges on rugged trials. Public doubt since Shenandoah and Akron disasters fuels interest, while experts weigh airship role against plane carriers and smoke screen effectiveness.
Mrs. Thomas A. Edison develops a new and beautiful rose after four years of crossing Columbia and Killarney plants. The flower, a pale pink miner’s scent, recalls her husband’s memory and his love of flowers. The article also reflects on Luther Burbank’s earlier plantings and notes on youth, women’s independence, and progress.
Scott's Scrapbook notes that Sir Walter Raleigh named Virginia in honor of Elizabeth I, the Awe Queen of England and Ireland, highlighting the royal connection and historical claim.
A collection of home tips on removing gum with ess white and cold water and using egg white as a shampoo. Guidance on fabrics, baby baths, drying blankets, stain removal with solvents, and dusting walls. Includes a quip about gender salary bias and humorous exchanges, plus a 5 for a week menu breakdown by Miss Inez Hobart from the University of Minnesota.
A terse snippet discusses a gunman reshaping old dime novels into modern crime, contrasts a bar fly with a termite, and teases quick advice to a friend as a sharper, wryer modern warning. The piece uses slang and a brisk, provocative tone.
An array of anniversaries notes prominent historical figures born or died, including Gabriel Fahrenheit, Robert Owen, and John Anthony. Also dated entries for Dr Edward Jenner and the Lewis and Clark expedition, with reflections on a birthday list and a brief horoscope.
West Ridge community notes show the Act-A-Lot Club meeting at Miss Jean Wagner house to discuss a new play and theme. Nearby, Mrs. Harry Lauer and daughter Marian Mrs Ollie Minni and Miss Kathleen Brown attended the National Music Week Festival at Elyria High School. Joe Denes and family moved to North Eaton, with best wishes from neighbors. The South Murray Ridge Community Association met at the schoolhouse and voted to skip the annual supper, offering ice cream and cake on the first day of school instead. Several North Olmsted teachers hosted a dinner bridge and shower for Miss Edna Pallas. The funeral for Mrs Lucy Miller was held at her Ridge home, with Rev Muir W Aula officiating and burial in Elyria cemetery as friends and relatives paid respects.
A reflective note advises that higher position brings greater risk and urges heedfulness toward others' counsel. Do not rely solely on one’s own powers, yet consider external guidance, even if not followed in full, as some advice can leave a lasting impression.
An editor advises using a heavy rubber band to hold a cth over the broom, replacing pins. The tip emphasizes a simpler, sturdier securing method to keep the cth in place during use.
Taken From Our Files notes Elyria Savings and Banking Company moved from two temporary quarters in the Andwar Block, where it had stayed since a fire, to the former National Bank building near the Library Building. The bank plans to begin erecting a new structure on the east portion of the former Elyria Block site. The Elyria Business College trustees bought 236 Second Street for renovation into a school room style interior.
State Senator J F Burke of Elyria filed his declaration for the Republican nomination for Ohio governor with Secretary of State Brown. In Oberlin the Mock National Convention nominated William E Borah for president and Governor Pinchot for vice president. Wellington church marks its 100th anniversary with the 72nd annual Ohio Congregational Conference session opening.
Three King Solo mon Lodge of Masons members in Elyria received gold medals for 50 or more years as Masons. J. D. Faxon, 88, has 64 years in the order since 1865, reportedly Ohio’s oldest thirty second degree Mason. R. R. Stetson, 58, and C. A. Shaw, 77, each reached 50 years. Elyria American Legion post home construction set to begin about June 1 after a campaign secured 49,400 dollars.
Brighton May 14 The third department of the Brighton Epworth League will present a motion picture program at the Brighton M B church on Wednesday evening May 16 starting at 7 15 o'clock sharp. Three pictures will be shown American Heritage Redwood Shanta District and Thrills and Spits. The program also notes a school banquet at the England Hotel Wellington May 2 attended by forty two students and teachers with toastmaster M G Bartor and various speakers.
A religious gathering at the LoNet theatre Wellington honors Mrs F P H McClellan and others. brief social visits report from Wellington, Elyria, and surrounding towns. School and court events noted as Brighton High and county jail tours are mentioned among community happenings and family news.
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