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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1939
Page
7
Hollywood May 15 Sonja Henie dominates as the era’s hottest feminine star with earnings soaring and fan demand for personal appearances. Jimmie Fidler notes she looks fatigued from years of near nonstop skating and hotel schedules.
Ten years ago this spring Ina Claire and John Guibert wed while Joan Crawford and Young Doug Fairbanks followed their example. Constance Bennett retired from pictures then returned to film. Tom Mix faced income tax charges. Mabel Normand fought illness as May McAvoy and Cara Mel Meyers planned weddings. Constance Talmadge and Townsend Netcher wed in a grand ceremony. Strong Heart, the famed dog star, died.
A lively scene in front of Sunset Towers as a crowd gathers around a arriving train. Patrons linger near the pool area while Patricia Ells models in brief swimsuits, drawing curious attention from onlookers.
Radio programs listed for WTAM NM WHE WGAK WCLE and more run from 5 PM to late night. Highlights include Ted Owen Milt Herth Trivsafety, Jack Starr Orphans, Gene Glenn Front Page, Sonny James Cavalcade, Eddie Cantor, and Margart Speaks segments. Also scheduled are music blocks from Gene Glenn, Marek Weber, and Fred Martin with news by Otis To be announce.
A roundup of community events lists concerts, lodge meetings, 4-H clubs, roundups, card parties, and school programs across Chatham Medina North Olmsted Ridgeville and surrounding towns with times from 8 P M to 11 A M. Notable items include a Chatham concert for the senior class at 8 P M and a Penfield Grange meeting at 8 P M with date adjusted for commencement.
Bob Hope relays a humorous studio exchange about listening and saying things differently. The dialogue features implied yes men and a light critique of show business attitudes. Distributed by McNaught Syndicate.
The Belden P T A held its final meeting of the school year at the school house on Thursday evening. Officers were installed by Mrs. Lola.
Wigert of LaGrange highlighted the meeting with a piano solo by Martha Schriver and a playlet by Henrietta Di Vencenzo and Florence Dudek. Refreshments were served in the Home Economics room.
Mr and Mrs Otto Deimling entertained their pinochle club and two guests Mr and Mrs Victor Burton on Wednesday evening. Prizes went to Rose Grabenstetter and Victor Burton for high score and Frances Grabenstetter and Bert Goodman as runners up while Caroline Goodman and George Grabenstetter received consolation prizes. A refreshment course followed the games. Mr and Mrs George Grabenstetter plan to entertain in two weeks.
The Junior and Senior classes with Mr and Mrs Kenneth Lowers Miss Grace Clark and V Lee Prior visited Ford s Greenfield Village in Dearborn Michigan on Friday. The freshman and sophomore classes picnicked at Cascade Park on Friday. Mr and Mrs Warren Versay of Lorain were guests of Mr and Mrs Charles Wise on Wednesday. Mrs Charles Wise visited Mrs Burt Belden Thursday at the home of Mr and Mrs Roe Spitzer and found her improving.
The South Amherst Nature Four-H Club met at Mrs. Alfred Roll's home for the first meeting of the season. Seven returning members attended alongside new member Gerald Bauman. Officers elected: President Donald Schacht, Vice President Nelson Farey, Secretary Billy Rolli, Recreation Leader Mathew Gentile, News Reporter Ervin Wragg. Plans for the year were discussed.
Walsh club meeting on Friday with twenty members present opens with roll call of books read. Members distribute project books including Dress for School Play and Home Canning. Refreshments served and games played led by recreation leader Janet Irons.
Glen Falkner sustained facial injuries when a crank handle slipped while he was cranking his tractor Friday afternoon. The incident occurred at his farm location, with medical staff dispatched to treat him at the scene.
Local group seeks 30 signatures to form a Town Send Club. Interested residents contact Mrs. Ault at the North Ridgeville Garage or Mrs. Johnson at the Diner. A public meeting will be held at Town Hall on Friday May 19 at 8 o'clock.
The Alfalfa Seeds will meet directly after school Tuesday at the home of Buddy Andrews for their first Summer meeting.
A large turnout attended the South Amherst Townsend Club meeting at town hall. Mayor Henry Garland was elected as a convention delegate for Indianapolis this summer, with an alternate to be chosen next meeting. E. H. Beckman of Bellevue spoke, and Garfield Harris with Nina and Elmer Harris provided musical selections. A refreshment course followed.
About thirty members attended the Gleaners class monthly party hosted by Mrs. Hazel Adams on Wednesday evening. Mrs. Esther Walcott led the business meeting and activities.
A regular meeting of the Ladies Altar Society was held at the Nazinity Church parlors on Thursday evening. Routine work was transacted and favorable reports were given. A social hour followed the adjournment with hostesses Mrs. Steve Bodnar and Mrs. Mike Bodnar serving refreshments.
The annual baccalaureate service occurs Sunday evening May 21 at 7 30 featuring Rev M A Burris delivering the message. A union choir will sing special numbers and the public is invited.
The Mer ry Mixers met at the home of Mona for a Ridgeville 4-H Club news update. Members discussed project progress and upcoming community events.
Roll call and the scheduled program followed. Mrs Daisy Saddler presented a paper on Warm Springs Foundation and other Cleveland institutions aiding underprivileged children. Mrs Marian Denham sang a solo. refreshments were served. Ms Carl Martin visited relatives in West Salem. Mr and Mrs John Cook were Kent visitors. The Johnstons returned from a brief wedding trip to their North Olmsted home. Jay Weyrick is recovering.
The New London 4 H Club met at president Fred Andersons home with one new member and one absence. Lewis Heyman urged forming an Honor Club in 1939 and urged quick submission of membership cards. The next meeting is set for Tuesday May 16 at Gerald Barnes home.
An afternoon bride tea hosted by Muss Edna Barr at the Deshler-Wallick Hotel in Columbus announced the upcoming marriage of Miss Betty Elise Myers of 36 Chatham Road to a groom not named in the readable text.
Public auction of several Lorain County properties in Amherst South Amherst and Sheffield Lake Townships will occur at the Elyria courthouse north door on specified June dates. Descriptions include Lot 28 29 parcels with road rights, acreage totals, and appraised values. auctions require cash and bids not below two thirds of appraisal.
The Capitol Theatre presents the musical romance The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle featuring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The lively film showcases dancing and period charm.
Merle Oberon Laurence Olivier and David Niven head the cast of Wuthering Heights now showing at the Rivoli Theatre. Harold Messenger of 354 West Ninth Columbus and Miss Myers daughter of late Senator Myers of Moundsville attended Ohio State University and belongs to Alpha Xi Delta Sorority. Messenger, son of Trell Messenger of New London, will graduate from Ohio State College of Medicine in June and is with Phi Chi Fraternity. Guests from New London include Mrs T W Messenger, daughter Mary and niece Virginia Messenger.
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