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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1936
Page
4
Dr. G Bromley Oxnam liberal president of De Pau University completed the bishops selection by the Methodist Episcopal Church after delegates drafted him despite earlier withdrawal. He won on the 13th ballot with 401 votes from 614 delegates. election requires two thirds.
Doherty banquet at the American Legion Home May 11 honors Ohio Public Service Co. employees for 1, 5, 10, and 20 years of continuous service. T Q Kennedy of Cleveland presented pins and spoke. Honorees include Stamler Joviak 20 years and Fred Soanes Preston Hozie 15 years. others receive 7 and 10 year pins amid a May birthday celebration for Heart L Doch occurred May 15.
Chicago March 15 Clarence J Brown predicted that Ohio delegates who backed his preferred candidate would switch to Frank Knox after first supporting their favorite. The report notes Brown’s assertion amid a Republican convention backdrop.
Two hundred pickets were stationed at two Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co warehouses in Cleveland after a surprise strike called by the Warehousemen's Union. The strike seeks recognition for the union and the right to collective bargaining. G. A. McKinnon of the AFL says Joseph Rock was dismissed after joining the union, a dispute that has lasted ten months.
Ralph Harris, 18, of Norwalk, in sheriff’s custody for bond on a larceny charge, operated on at Elyria Memorial Hospital after a night transfer. Cleveland Trust suits filed. mortgage foreclosures sought. Martha Marshall awarded $615. Ida M. Gordon sues for 8780 on a note. Mixed Indian and white ancestry note appears in a discussion of facial features.
British aviator Amy Mollison landed at Croydon at 1 57 pm after a record Cape Town to Croydon flight. She left Capetown Monday and flew from Vienna on the final leg, arriving to cheering crowds. Mollison completed the journey four days 15 hours 18 minutes, beating the previous record by 1 day 14 hours 19 minutes.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee votes to report the London naval treaty to the full Senate without changes. The agreement, reached in London, awaits floor action as Democrats predict quick approval while Congress adjourns.
The Oberlin calendar lists a series of May events from Piato and graduate violin recitals at Warner Hall to church services, baseball at Athietic Field, track meets, and a new vocational night school addition dedication. Also noted are community house plans, the Surcinrg behind Westerville Hall, and a May 25 dedication ceremony with local speakers and fundraising goals.
Lorain Public Library will establish a county branch in Avon at the Baptist church this Saturday. A large book collection will be available for general use with two week loan periods and renewal options. The library will host children and adult titles, with hours listed for weekdays and Saturdays, and a rotating selection policy.
Washington lawmakers push to bring anti lynching bill to a caucus as Representatives J A Gavazgan and T L Ford secure 27 signatures to call the caucus. Several related anti lynching measures linger in the House and Senate.
Deputy Sheriff Joseph Woodings today investigated the theft of about 59 lerhorn chickens from the farm of J. F. Pystole in South Amherst and a smaller number from John Schath in the same town.
Paris reports Mussolini declares Italy ready to wage war in Europe if the League imposes penalties. He cites prior Ethiopian conflict and notes Italy will endure military costs while economic penalties are intensified by the League. Describes Rome press conference with Leo Gerviie and Matin correspondent.
Kansas City Mo Mar 15 Pe John H J Kain dean of Ohio State School of … will preside at medical association meeting in Columbus as head and major figure in the field.
The board discussed giving contracts amid uncertainty and explored reestablishing kindergartens that had been eliminated years ago. Anthropologists note Japanese posture differs from whites, leading to observations on how people rest on flat surfaces without discomfort.
The Church of Christ religious drama group presents the production "Ss Claudia" on Sunday at 8:00. Will J. Foster of Elying is director, Elaine Cole has the role of Claudia. The play, the eighth presentation, is open to the public.
Fragmented obituary notes multiple deaths including Jack Watehorn in Amherst hospital car crash. funeral at Taylor's Funeral Home, Reverend Will Foster to conduct. Bowery Canada connections and scattered names across Grafton and Elyria regions. Other notices include Mrs Agnes Finlayson of Grafton and Lester Strickler of Berlin Heights. services by Will Foster and local clergy.
The California Fruit Store at 6n Bread Street marks its 18th anniversary under Jim Johnson as president and Tom Karris as secretary. The modernization includes refrigerated cases, sanitary counters, and enhanced display facilities, reflecting steady growth from a single shop to a modern fruit and vegetable purveyor with a reputation for quality products.
Briefs are due within a week in the zoning case of Morris and Hertha Beller over alleged junk yard use at 52 West River Street. Defendants claim the yard existed before the zoning law and has continued since. Two days of oral testimony were completed yesterday before Mayor Dow A. Baird.
The Church of Christ announces that the semi annual Visitation Day, planned for Sunday, is postponed and will now occur on Sunday May 24. Claude Wigfield leads the effort as the in charge organizer for the event. Nearby Mount Athos Greek monastery hosts about 6900 monks in the region.
Records show Drisorb Usregs as an improved treatment for piles offering fast relief from pain and drainage. The refined grease-free formula is claimed to absorb quickly and is available from Driserb Co in St Louis Missouri or Hess & Hess Drug Store in Elyria.
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