Blue Ribbon Spellers Named From Eight Lorain County Schools
Blue ribbon spellers from eight Lorain County schools were announced after perfect scores in last week’s county spelling contest. Many students across grades second to eighth earned recognition, including names from Grafton, Amherst Township, Murray Ridge, Sinth, Laurange, and Rochester districts.
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Lorain County
Grafton
Uth Hitchcock
Dorothy Donegal
Phyllis Vodarski
Joyce Buchholz
Donna Rae Carmel
Elen Jane Knechtges
Marcella Kubuske
Henrietta
Betty Born
Helen Bardesch
Elva Bates
Betty Ann Heyman
Charles Ross
Betty Lou Slack
Lawrence Twining
Ethel Kristy
Louise i Adler
Elma Bates
Shirley Dellefield
Arlene Dorow
Margaret Kristy
Rhed Pietch
Milan Pollock
Victor Poth
Nopina Court
Loretta Gerber
Mary Webber
Margaret Greigler
Lawrence Orsini
Ruth Date
Hubert Bates
Genena Becker
Lenore Buchs
Alea Kunsty
Eleanor Sanders
Mike Gromsky
James Slach
Anna Maston
Bernard Rennert
Jeanne Snyder
Jean Currier
Elsie Hostettler
George Webber
Stantington
Donald Bairh
Joreta Huff
Marilyn Kelsey
Oscar Lee
Raymond McQuate
Violet Baich
Geraldine Pratt
Roger Muckley
Genevieve Lisiewski
Doris Kelsey
Betty Thuchum
Juha Baich
Elelen Lisiewski
Eleanor Brehm
Edna Lowry
John Lisiewski
Mildred Baich
Dean Kelsey
Agnes Kruech
Middle Hidge
Amherst Township
Lila Ann Bischof
Donald Flock
David Hearn
Helen Sauers
Marjorie Ehrman
Joseph Borocz
George Lengyel
Howard Bischoff
Gerald Flock
Robert Sa
New Award Marks Lives Saved By Emergency Lighting
Fire Chief W O Bates receives notice from Light for Life Foundation about a new annual award recognizing lifesaving efforts where emergency lighting aids rescues. One certificate and potential cash prize accompany a yearly medal presented at a safety officials banquet in New York City.
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W. O. Bates
Light For Life Foundation
New York City
Fire Department
National Tube Co. Schedule For Coming Week
National Tube Company plant in Lorain will run near current levels with increases and decreases across departments. One blast furnace three open hearth furnaces and the Bessemer converter operate on a rotating schedule. rail mill runs three days starting Wednesday. butt mills 2 6 7 and seamless mill 1 five days starting Monday. seamless mills 2 and lapp mills 2 and 5 run three days starting Monday. No skelp mills scheduled. Schedule tentative and order dependent.
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National Tube Company
Lorain
Bessemer
After The Battle Forced March To Knowville
Autobiography fragment recounts a forced march toward Knoxville during the Civil War. The unit encounters wreckage of retreating forces, a pig shot for meat, and a saltless, saltfree supper. The march proceeds through Cleveland toward Burnside’s relief, with cold, sparse shelter and improvised cooking.
Five Circles of St Peter Evangelical Women Plan June Events
Amherst May 21 five circles of the Woman's Union of St Peter Evangelical and Re formed Church met to discuss the W A birthday dinner on June 2 and the June meetings at various host homes. Each circle featured devotions readings poems music and refreshments for members and guests.
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Amherst
Woman's Union
St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church
Anna Schmauch
John Wurmnest
Prospect Street
John Wurmmest
W. A
O. H. Baker
Main Street
James Miller
C. H. Ernst
Emery , Sondergeld
George Rosenkranz
Ray Jewett
Jacob Rosenkranz
Carl Northeim
Ada Purcell
Albert Raesler
Circle 2
John Peters
C. Hollingsworth
Albert Kreeger
Willian Sprenger
A. Raesler
John Teters
Lena Lersch
A. C. Kreezer
Garboson
Henry Holle
Elvira Avenue
Jacob Herbst
Viola Zimmerman
Maple Street
Carl Dellefield
Carl Dolde
Ralph Reinhrd
Circle 4
Jackson Street
A. Kunzman
H. Reis
Reinhard
All Waters
C. E. Schmidt
Ervin Ehlert
Henry Dellefield
Telegraph Road
C. Cook
Ed Lehman
Circle 5
South Main Street
Martin Schroeder
Webster's Pharmacy Moves to Main Street Corner Site
Webster's Pharmacy will relocate from its current store into the vacated Keller and Baus shop at Cleveland avenue and Main street. A ticket office for the Lake Erie and Southern Stages new bus line will open there when service begins June 1.
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Webster's Pharmacy
Keller and Baus
Cleveland Avenue
Main Street
Lake Erie and
Southern Stages
Demonstration of Folk Dances by 4-H Club Youth
Miss Eckert county extension agent led about 20 Hickory Tree Grange youth in foreign peasant and American pioneer folk dances in costume. Ken neth Alexander presided. initiation featured with guests Kesler Lorain and Dunn of Elyria. Lunch followed, plans set for Rural Life Sunday May 28 at Congregational church with dinner at the grange hall.
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Miss Eckert
Hickory Tree Grange
Kenneth Alexander
Messrs
Kesler
Lorain
Dunn
Elyria
The
Grange
Congregational Church
Memorial Day Observance Plans Discussed at Town Hall
Memorial Day committee met at Town Hall Thursday evening to finalize details. Special recognition will be given to gold star parents in the line of march and special cars will be provided for them. Participants include the Woman's Relief Corps the Spanish American Auxiliary and parents of soldiers who have died since World War I.
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Woman's Relief Corps
Hospital Auxiliary Meeting at East Ohio Gas Office
A hospital auxiliary meeting is scheduled for Monday evening at 7 30 at the East Ohio Gas office. The event aims to organize volunteer activities and plan upcoming contributions to hospital services.
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East Ohio Gas Office
St Paul Lutheran Ladies Aid Meets at Church Parlor
Mrs Edward Kruse hosted the Ladies Aid Society at St Paul Lutheran church parlors on Thursday. The gathering was social in nature with Rev Bosse giving an engaging talk on Conferences. Refreshments followed for 18 members and two guests Mrs Willard Kruse and Bernardine Kruse.
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Edward Kruse
Ladies’ Aid Society
St. Paul Lutheran Church
Bosse
Willard Kruse
Bernardine Kruse
Announce Cast For Senior Class Play In Wellington
Wellington May 21 The senior class play New Fire a f act comedy by Charles Quimby will be staged June 9 at 8 p m in the Wellington opera house Miss Mary Kelly voices the dramatic coaching As tentative cast members names include Lucinda Andrew Evelyn Schafer Suzanne Toler Lucille Green Sid Sperry Henry Maybaugh Jerry Howard West Stephen Santry Barnes Oney Billy Dick Mac Dermo Phyllis Nettie Naegele Ann Margaret Mae Waldorf Olive Joane Arnold Eve La Vaughn Kepler Dick Miller Doctor Lynn Gray Harold Sheldon and more
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Wellington
Charles Quimby
Wellington Opera House
Mary Kelly
Lucinda Andrew
Evelyn Schafer
Suzanne Toler
Lucille Green
Sid Sperry
Henry Maybaugh
Jerry
Howard West
Stephen Santry
Barnes
Lorain County Officers Club Meets in Elyria
Women’s Benefit Association delegates including Mrs Margaret Schott and Mrs Lena Beam attended both sessions at Woodman hall Elyria. Plans were laid for the Lorain convention on May 25 with Mrs Helen Sawyer district deputy present. Mrs Mary Prentice to lead flag service. Mrs Philip Beal named dinner hostess.
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Margaret Schott
Mertie Cole
Harriette Whitney
Mary Prentice
Lena Beam
Woman's Benefit Association
Lorain
Philip Beal
Memorial Day Program Seeks Outdoor Address by Wickens
Dr. Charles W. Recard chairs the Memorial Day committee and has secured Assistant Prosecuting Attorney William G. Wickens of Lorain to deliver the address. For first time in years a single outdoor program is planned with a parade from the square to Greenwood cemetery. If rain, the speech moves to the opera house. A committee meeting is set for Monday at 7 30 PM in the G A R Memorial hall to select volunteers from local patriotic groups. Transportation and cemetery seating will be provided.
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Charles W. Recard
William G. Wickens
Lorain
Opera House
Greenwood Cemetery
Greenwood
G. A. R. Memorial Hall
Legion Members to Meet at Town Hall Club Rooms
Wellington American Legion members will convene at the legion club rooms in the Town Hall. The Junior Walther League of St. Paul's Lutheran church meets in church parlors. The St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church choir rehearses weekly at 7:30 P.M.
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American Legion
Legion Club
Town Hall
Walther League of
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church
Death and births noted in local column
William Shaffer of South Amherst died at noon from blood poisoning. Births announced a baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Edward Krieg R D 2.
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William Shaffer
South Amherst
Edward Krieg
R. D
Church Schedules Include Several Local Congregations
Formed Church led by Rev. C. E. Schmidt with services at 9 50 Church school 10 30 and Worship First Evangelical Church under Rev. M A Hayes 9 50 church school 10 30 Worship 6 30 E L C E 7 30 Evangelistic service Congregational Church with Rev T J Williams 9 45 church school 11 00 Worship
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First Evangelical Church
M. A. Hayes
Congregational Church
T J. Williams
Church Schedule Notice for St Paul and Methodist Churches
The St Paul Lutheran Church led by Rev. R C Bosse lists church school at 9:00, English service at 16:00 and German service at 11:09. The Methodist Church under Rev M A Buns shows church school at 9:43, Worship at 11:00 and Ep Worth League at 18:00.
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St. Paul Lutheran Church
R. C. Bosse
Methodist Church
M. A Buns
Church Schedules Include Masses and Services
St. Joseph R C Church led by Rev Tr James Smith lists 8 00 Law Mass and 10 00 High Mass. Foursquare Church with Mrs Ida May Urban as pastor offers 9 15 Church school 10 30 Worship and 7 30 Evangelistic service.
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St. Joseph R. C
Tr. James Smith
Foursquare Church
Ida May Urban
Village council tours Ohio sewage plants and Wellington plans fire truck
Village council accompanied by Village Engineer Tom Laundon visited modern sewage disposal plants in Ohio cities of similar size to Wellington. A new Wellington fire truck will be delivered from a Buffalo company within 40 days, painted red, with electric siren and bell, rotary gear pump, capable of 509 gallons per minute, auxiliary cooling, and a copper booster tank.
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Tom Laundon
Ohio
Wellington
Buffalo
Scout the cat returns home after long disappearance
Scout, a four year old tortoise shell marked grey and black tiger cat, vanished last July and surprised Dr. Harlan Dudley and his wife by returning to their home Thursday after they had given up hope of ever seeing him again.
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Harlan Dudley
Ill Child and Family Moves Featured in Local Notices
Mary Lou Chambers, three year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Chambers of Taylor Street, is ill with pneumonia. Mr. and Mrs. Vern Mahan and their son Leroy Falls depart today to reside in Florida. Mrs. Mahan is the former daughter of Mrs. Paul Nichols.
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Mary Lou
C. H. Chambers
Taylor Street
Vern Mahan
Leroy
Florida
Mahan
Paul Nichols
Sunday church services and leaders listed
Methodist Episcopal Lonzon with Green minister holds Sunday School 9 30 Morning worship 10 30 Elijahs Mantle and Epworth League 6 30 Evening worship 7 30 The First Congregational led by Charles W Record has Church school 9 30 Col J C MacDermott superintendent Peace Makers First Baptist with John H Green minister Bible school 9 30 Morning worship 10 45 Evening 7 30 Paul Rodgers of Columbus to deliver messages due to pastor absence Young people at 6 15 Christian Church James A Brady minister Lord supper 10 30 Christian Endeavor 6 30 Evening 7 30
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Methodist Episcopal
Lonzon
Green
Charles Barnes
Elijah
Epworth League
First Congregational
Charles W. Record
J. C. MacDermott
First Baptist
John H. Green
Paul Wilkinson
Paul Rodgers
Columbus
Church of Christ
James A. Brady
Mabel Whipple
Christian Endeavor
Hollywood Cafes Risk Star Obsessed Publicity, Says Fidler
Jimmie Fidler argues Hollywood cafes focus too much on publicity and star sightings. He cites frequent autograph hunters and celebrity listings that drive patrons toward outlets that prioritize glamour over cuisine, risking bankruptcy if this trend continues.
Loretta Young Describes Effort to Keep Georgiana From Acting
Loretta Young recounts the family campaign to steer Georgiana away from acting until she completes her schooling. Georgiana unexpectedly visited Loretta at the studio to discuss the plan.
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Loretta Young
Georgiana
Loretta
Actress Georgiana in deal with Universal sparks on-set clash
Loretta storms out director Aileen Whelan mockingly scolds Georgiana for her ambition as she is doused in cold water for a "Kidnaped" scene. Georgiana calmly reveals a deal with Universal to begin work next week if approved by mother.
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Loretta
Aileen Whelan
Georgiana
Universal
William Wellman Bears WW Mark on Spad Plane
A WWI Spad aircraft in storage in the Imperial Valley carries carved initials WW on its cowl, traced by William Wellman during research for Men With Wings. The plane, found after wartime equipment was sold off, was shipped to Hollywood for the film.
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William Wellman
Wellman
Imperial Valley
Hollywood
W W
Uncle Sam
Young Donald O Connor gets Paramount contract at fifteen
The article notes Donald O Connor, age fifteen, lacks a birth date due to his vaudeville parents forgetting to register his birth. He adapts to showbiz jokes in Safe studio, while Louise Campbell’s fiancé Horace McMahon gains attention for his romance with Campbell and people recognize his signature. Carole Lombard praises Allan Mowbray's wit and stories.
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Donald O’connor
Paramount
Louise Campbell
Horace McMahon
Mr. McMahon
Miss Campbell
Louise
McMahon
Butch
Carole Lombard
Allan Mowbray
Hollywood's Greatest Humorist Highlighted in 1938 Copy
A 1938 McNaught Syndicate copyright note credits a Hollywood humorist as the era's top comedian. The line proclaims his stories feature vivid color and sharp wit, underscoring his fame in film and press circles of the time.
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Hollywood
Avon Distinction Day Highlights Senior Activities
Avon May 21 seniors in overalls and kerchiefs celebrate Distinction Day with speeches by Mr. Blake. Medals awarded to Shirley Kramer, Robert Holbury, and William Peak for Scholarship Athletics and general activities. Numerous letters and performances follow by seniors led by master of ceremonies LeRoy Forthofer.
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AVON
Mr. Blake
Shirley Kramer
Robert Holbury
William Peak
Marian Nissen
Jeanne Evenson
Betty Smith
Alice Jensen
Urban Klingshirn
Norman Klingshirn
Elmer Swiden
Robert Schneider
Anthony Thome
Tom Dudley
Elvira Baudrexel
Chiquita Smedley
LeRoy Forthofer
Margaret Lefrink
Kay Dyer
Popeye the Sailor Man
Avon High School Class Exercises Chief Programs
Processional March and festival pieces open the program with invocations by Rev. T. Paul. Shirley Kramer leads mixed chorus singing Oh Mary Dont You Weep and Now the Day is Over. Robert Schneider conducts Girls Trio and Kathryn Dyer—Mental Security presents The Gypsy Trail overture. Dr. L C Wright of Baldwin Wallace College gives an address. Girls Trio performs Lord Let Me Live Today. Moore presents diplomas with Mr. W E Blake and Mr J B Adams. Benediction by Rev. T Paul. recessional Festival March closes.
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T. Paul
Avon High School
Shirley Kramer
Barnby
Robert Schneider
Chiquita Smedley
Louise Sheer
Kathryn Dyer
L. C. Wright
Baldwin-Wallace College
Berea
Lord
Moore
W. E. Blake
J. B. Adams
Elderly Man Collapses at Paradise Restaurant
James Martin, 73, of North Randall, once a jockey and now unemployed, collapsed in the Paradise Restaurant on Broad Street. He was taken to Elyria Memorial Hospital at 5 15 p m by police, believed to have suffered a heart attack.
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James Martin
North Randall
Elyria Memorial Hospital
Paradise
Broad Street
Martin
Wellington hosts five hundred party for La Grange guests
Mrs. T. F. Callely of Wellington hosted a five hundred party with three tables. Luncheon was served and prizes awarded: first to Mrs. R. L. Pearce, second to Mrs. A. E. Archer, third to Mrs. Tom MacQuiston, consolation to Mrs. R. W. Sanders, and a special prize to Mrs. Nicky Younglas. Mrs. Leonard For bush will entertain the club in two weeks.
Birth announced for Virginia Ray Jump in Mayfield
Rev. and Mrs. Virgil C. Jump announce the birth of a daughter named Virginia Ray. The report notes school events and year end activities including a wiener roast, seventh grade party, and special recognition for on time attendance. Local visits by Wigert and Opfer families are listed along with park improvements.
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Virgil C. Jump
Mayfield
Virginia Ray
Redman’s On the River
Henry Wigert
Cleveland
C. H. Opfer
Charles Opfer Jr
Charles Greely
Lorain
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