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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1936
Page
9
A study of Interstate Commerce Commission records shows grade crossing accidents cause thousands of deaths and injuries yearly. Since 1930 the number of crossings has fallen due to rerouting, abandonment, and separations aided by federal funds. The push for more separations continues to prevent deaths at crossings.
Chippewa weather prophet Big Knife from Michigan warns of a long cold season. He cites animals, birds, fish, and bees as evidence of coming storms and harsh weather, urging preparations and insulation while criticizing political talks about elections.
A critique warns that European arms sales to Spanish Civil War factions test neutrality and echo past U.S. policy errors. It argues such munitions trading entangles economies and may pull nations into war, urging Washington to clamp down on sales to preserve true neutrality.
Elyria school superintendent RK C. Masten told the Board of Education last night that overcrowding remains a problem in a few rooms though it is less severe than last year. Enrollment is 139 students fewer than the previous year, with Franklin School second grade at 44 pupils. Transfers have reduced some pressure but aging classes still strain operations citywide.
Transfers listed by The Land Title Guarantee and Trust Company on October 31 1936 include numerous Elyria Lorain and Avon Lake properties. Notable moves include Washington Avenue Lorain Har vard Avenue Elyria Bath Street Elyria Shore Subdivision Sheffield Lake Sunnyside Beach Brownhelm Subdivision and Inwood Beach Subdivision parcels with buyers including Ruth L Burke Mary E Cullinan Julius Janich Marte Simoni s Robert Fauver Carrie Mack Helen Baus Josephine Parker Walter McClain Edward Toriver and others.
Readings discuss the New Jerusalem as the holy city from God described as four square with twelve gates and foundations. The church as security and universal access to divine light. Jesus Christ is central with no temple darkness, as nations may enter freely through the gates.
A weekend event described as a Weiner roast was held Friday evening at a church member’s rural residence. Attendees gathered for fellowship and informal dining in a rustic setting.
Mr and Mrs Howard McCourt entertained Mr and Mrs Ray Brouse Mr and Mrs Kent Firestone Mr and Mrs Frank Leov Homerville and Mr and Mrs Ford Jewett Huntington at a Hallowe en party on Saturday evening. Monopoly was the same for the evening. Prizes were awarded to high and low score. Mrs McCourt served lunch to the guests.
Alice Longworth argues in Cincinnati that if Tuesday's results prove the Literary Digest poll, public funding of elections is wasteful. She notes straw polls are entrenched and wonders about timing and reliance on polls before ballots are cast.
John W. Finch of Idaho director of the U S Bureau of Mines born Lebanon New York 25. Vilhialmur Stefanisser a Canadian born explorer scientist and lecturer 357 years ago. Morse A. Cartwright New York director of the American Association for Adult Education born Omaha Nebraska 46 years ago. Arthur N. Holcomb Harvard government authority born Winchester Massachusetts 52 years ago. Dr Samuel M Hamill Philadelphia pediatrician born Oak Hall Pennsylvania 12 years ago. Robert Fleming Washington banker born there 6 years ago. King Leopold III Belgium born 35 years ago.
The passage portrays a wary native character, alert to imagined dangers while missing real developments. It suggests timidity, a vigilant yet limited perception, and how circumstances unfold unnoticed despite apparent watchfulness. The tone hints at irony about being overly cautious.
Spencer M E Church calendar notes upcoming events in November including the Men’s Brotherhood meeting on November 5 with Dr E J Bond as guest speaker and Ladies' Aid lunch. November 5 also features four residents from Worthington Children’s Home participating in services. November 19 announces Miss Helen Johnson as speaker.
Mr and Mrs Edsar Mantz entertained the Spencer High class of 25 at their home. Others in attendance were Mr and Mrs Avery Miller Barberton Mr and Mrs Leer Pixier Lorain Harold Bowman and companion Amherst William Brewler Donald Weidrick and Mr and Mrs Milton Wolf Spencer. Monopols and pinochle were played and refreshments served.
Mrs Ror Stroup entertained her Sunday school class of the M E church at her country home Friday night with a masquerade and Hallowe en party. Games and refreshments were enjoyed by a large attendance.
The Thimble Sisters M E Group and chairmen Mesdames E W Brown and Ray Brouse hosted a masquerade evening at Mrs D N Jones home. Ladies attended in masks and light revelry followed by refreshments served by the entertainment committee.
A sprawling list recounts anniversaries of Stephen F. Austin, William Callen Bryant, Jubal A. Early and other notable figures with birth and death details. It also notes historical milestones from 1783 to 1955 and local social events including gatherings, fashioning a snapshot of community memory and social life.
The Lake Avenue Community Woman's Association invites members to Mrs. W. V. Scheetier's home on Thursday November 5 for a special quilt project session with coffee provided. The regular meeting falls on the third Wednesday of the month.
Rev. J. G. Kooniz preaches and leads the Sunday evening services at the M E Church in Ashland.
The Fidelity Sunday school class at Spencer Baptist Church held its October meeting on a Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Mary Dickason leading. Attendees studied the Bible, engaged in discussion, then enjoyed social time and a cafeteria supper.
Spencer firemen hosted a Halloween party at the Spencer Town Hall on Saturday evening for their families. The event featured a variety of amusements and plenty of food in a festive Halloween setting.
The Lorain and Medina County Book Club of the M. E. churches met at the Brighton M. E. church Monday. Rev. J. G. Koontz gave the Book Review on Christianity and Personalism.
Mrs Cecil Wolf and family moved this week into a newly bought home on Billman avenue. Attendees at the Thomas McKeown funeral included Mrs Charles MacLaren Susie Ream Gloria MacLaren and Jennie Burbage. Louise Bowen student nurse at St Luke's Cleveland visited her parents the Bowens. Mrs Lucy Gross returned from a three week stay in Erhart. Ivan Ksle Genevieve Heilman and Ca leland area residents were callers on Catherine Fuller and daughter Nellie Burl. Frank Milier ely circle visited Mrs Ohm recovering from burns. Fred Brinker of Chatham was a Thursday guest in the Emerson home. Walter Douglas family spent the week at Caldwell. Lford Le nleitner family moved southeast of town to the A Hi Le nreitner farm. Harold Miller and family from Rittman were callers at farms. F L Miller noted. Ellen Waiters returned from Lodi after a short visit with Milo Billman. Marion Woit spent Monday in Elsira with relatives. Susie Ream Jennie Barbaze MacLaren and Howard Shick shopped in Elyria Thursday. A H Breyley of Litchfield spent Tuesday afternoon at the Emerson home. Paul Miller and children Mrs Helen Miller Nellie Rugg of Galion and Mrs
Gordon Hows of the Merimba band in Ashland sent a special program over Station WHR Cleveland Sundar.
Local residents including Mr and Mrs C R Aldrich Mr and Mrs Harry Greetham Jeco McCourt and daughter Leota Leora Smith Mrs Frank Novak Court Stuart Harvey Ingraham Frank Rice Gilbert Ingraham Charles Touhy and George Zeigler attended a Republican rally at the Masonic Temple in Medina.
Elsie and Richard Snewer hosted their Sunday school class at the Bap- Wednesdar event on November 4 and 11. Mr. and Mrs. Deiwin Reisinger from Ann Arbor visited Bet Reisinger as she recovers, able to sit an hour daily, with daughter Le Gran Kea diz of OBE accompanying. T. D. Goodwin of Adelbert Street also visited A. E. Wallington on Sunday.
Miss Betty Gunder entertained at a masquerade Hallowe'en party on Wednesday night at Elyria Townline Road. Guests Shirley Baus Warne Mulich Donna Delefield Doris Ingold received prizes for best and most comical costumes while refreshments were served.
A guest count attended a Hallowe'en Masquerade Party at Murray Ridge School Friday evening. Mrs. L W Spiegelberg will host a joint Womans Missionary Society and Ladies Aid meeting at her home on Thursday afternoon November 5. Miss Caroline Spiegelberg of Cleveland visited her brother L W Spiegelberg and sister Mrs Barbara Eschiruth on Saturday.
Members of Girl Scout Club No. 17 held a Hallowe'en party at St. James Mission Wednesday evening with masked guests. Prizes for best costumes went to Grace Johnson Dorothy Piggott Avis Morgan and Betty Irish. Members listed include Avis Morgan Glenrose Rosella Morgan Viola Schroeder Anne Irish and leaders. Refreshments were served and a benefit card party committee was appointed.
Barbara Wolf 75 died at her son Fred Wolf’s home in Lorain after a brief illness. Born in Sheffield she spent her life in Lorain County. Survived by sons Joseph Wolf of Sheffield and eight daughters including Mrs. Carl Berry Mrs. Josephine Scanland Mrs. Mary Eckert Mrs. Helen Alderman Mrs. William Rogers and Mrs. James Conwell among others.
Karl Vandeman from Darton was among recent callers visiting Mr. and Mrs. Frank Miller.
Funeral services were held Monday morning for Pritchett of Sandusky and Mrs Homer Hiles of Newark, with burial to be made in Aron cemetery.
Mrs. James Brush of Sheffield Prise hosted ten members of the Sheffield Lake Social Club Thursday afternoon. The group sewed for a bazaar and planned their winter season program. Attending were Mrs. John Crompp, Mrs. William Fisher, Mrs. Edward Freischlar, Mrs. Harry Gang, Mrs. Isabelle Gillmore, Mrs. J. Gunderson, Mrs. W. Klane, Mrs. Frank Youn, Mrs. Frank Field, and Mrs. J. Brush.
Mr and Mrs Walter Brown and daughters of Cleveland shared Sunday with Mr and Mrs Henry Jackson and family. Mrs Ethel Downs and Mr Baldwin of Elsha and Edna and Saran Reeve of Lorain called on Mr and Mrs P L Chambers and family. Mrs Marys Fridenstine visited her daughter Mrs Earle Johnson and family. Mrs Harry Gang to entertain the Sheffield Lake Sewing Club Friday afternoon November 6. Mr and Mrs Lee Johnson and family spent Sunday evening with Mr and Mrs Arthur Whiton of Amherst.
The text contrasts modern practice of hiring acousticians for churches and large halls with past centuries when poor acoustics baffled builders and was addressed with makeshift wisdom such as wires stretched across roofs or other dubious methods.
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