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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1936
Page
5
Fragmented report from Moscow describes growing public optimism as restrictions ease after seventeen years of rigid governance. Citizens sing at gatherings, bouquets are showered on officials, and whispers of reform hint at a shift toward freer social life and improved mood within the Soviet state.
The booksellers association notes cheaper volumes expand access for readers while maintaining policy of economic orthodoxy. They resist best sellers that canalize reader tastes, stressing individualized customer understanding as essential to book trade and distinct literary preferences.
An exhaustive University of Chicago study by William Ost shows marriages deferred in lean years now being solemnized. The rebound correlates with higher birthrates and increased demand in related commerce. The trend, though not purely commercial, signals a welcome return to norms after five years of postponed unions.
The upcoming Wisconsin experiment bars trucks from highways on Sundays and holidays. Supporters and truck owners clash over the policy as to whether roads exist mainly for motoring or freight. Observers will watch closely how the plan affects traffic and state road funding.
A Ghin letter carrier on two weeks' vacation joins a holiday hike through New York state. The outing includes sightseeing and local scenery as part of a rare break from routine duties.
Michigan State College vegetable instructor HF L Seaton outlines a simple plan to secure next winter's supply with half an acre. For about $9 to $4, he recommends planting 75 to 100 tomato plants, 20 to 25 cabbage plants, 100 asparagus, 15 to 20 rhubarb, 230 to 350 strawberry plants, and small portions of lettuce seeds onions beets chard beans and squash and pumpkin plus cucumber and melon seeds. The note also mentions the variety of babies and a reference to the teacup gun and Teacup Dome in oil industry history.
An odd New York Day by Day piece describes big rooms in city hotels like El Morroco and Bussander’s Deming Room, garish decor, and crowds, then shifts to memories of Chinatown and Harlem years ago. It notes Hell’s Kitchen stigma, local crime, and social clubs while listing notable places and figures in a vivid, era-tinged panorama.
The note recalls multiple anniversaries of notable figures born in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It mentions Amelia J Bloomer and others like Edwin Mims, Dashiell Hammett, William Fortune, and Sir John Gilmour, highlighting their birthplaces and approximate ages at the time.
A list of attendees includes Leola Es, Marian Jeannagz, Geral, Bernice Rutrie, Virginia Marry McClelan, Visctet Howard Redding, Tomanek, George, Michael Rockas, Don Manning, Ro Lott, and others. The meeting discussed Navy board matters, a new piece on Steve Maure road, and various property-related recommendations from the commission.
Mrs J L Oppelt and Roanreyd guests dined at the Wilson Inn on Road noon with several locals from Crowder Ruth Conners Hazel Mrra Ladrach and others attending. Bertha Cavanagh hosted a birthday party at home for sons Frank and Fiord Tomanek with Elva Iris Tomanek Eileen Schueszler Dolores Boehm Adeline Barr Frank Handier and William Shafer among guests. Junco was won by Eileen Schuelzier Adeline Barr and William Shafer. Edith Gomatz and daughter Edith sailed from New York for Italy Switzerland and Germany to visit relatives. William Schumaker family noted in Lakewood. Mrs Schumaker passed away Monday with funeral Thursday morning. Eugene Herman family also present Sunday.
Repair notes describe careful evaluation of a roof’s structure and timber joints. It emphasizes bracing, joining rafters and joists securely, and using straps to stabilize the roof against tension and movement. The text advises aligning components tightly to maintain integrity.
A dated notice describes a bathroom cabinet unit with built in storage and easy access doors. Durable baked enamel finish and a textured base provide a neat appearance. The wash basin is mounted with two handles and a twin faucet setup.
The clipping lists numerous family visits and greetings. Names include Mr. and Mrs. Wise Chronco, Frank, Buddy Trigale, A. J. Ewers, Otto Plent, Erwin Lear, Join Lear, W Stroble, Mrs. Har wodar, Gates, Jeanne Herman, Adelaide Garret, Horwegel, St. Marty’s School, Cia Maus, and William Tr son as guests or travelers. The tone resembles small town social notes.
Memory Lane recalls Pauline's career revival as a featured player after a tumultuous personal life. She once earned $10,000 weekly from dining, starred at Boston Music Hall, and appeared in Little Anna’s Lady and The Fourth Estate before a high-profile divorce and remarriage.
Fragments show scattered names Pauline Fred Ann Pennington and places ST. JOHNS Qua Quebec New York MO. References to Marcy amin Bostor August 12 and Quebec horses, border line, and cadets imply a garbled local note. No clear event or outcome emerges from the readable text.
The fragment suggests confusion in a local notice about someone named Sroresmos leaving a price story or atory to lead and two bathrooms.
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