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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1934

Page

7

Grafton students strike over failed bond issue

Grafton high school students walked out in protest as a school bond plan to fund a gymnasium and auditorium failed to pass. Principal Walter Jantz and Prosecutor Frank Stevens discussed whether a 65 percent or simple majority was required, while officials indicated a bare majority might suffice for a PERA project.

Walter A.dante Grafton High Frank F. Stevens Grafton Board of Elections PERA Grafton. O Grafton High School St i Walter A. Jantz FERA Cateying Han Svhool Janie Hoard of Education

Grafton School Strike Centers on High School Students

Lower grade classes at Grafton school continued as the strike stayed confined to high schoolers. The total enrollment includes both high school and elementary grades, with the dispute over returning to school pending action.

Grafton

Wolfe Reelected Amid Incomplete Results

Report notes senator Philip Wolfe reelected as incumbent, with preliminary returns from WF showing gaps and incomplete tallies. Recount or final certification pending as Mansfield reference appears in early gale of incompleter notes.

Ahe Philip Wolfie Mansfield

Death Record of Mrs Leah Smithdow in Elyria

Mrs Leah Smithdow died at her home on Grant Street this morning after a lingering illness. Born September 24, 1849 in Troskey War, she lived in Elyria five years. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon from Taylor's Funeral Home with Rev WW C.F officiating. Burial will be in War Grove Cemetery, Cleveland.

Leah Smith Leah Smithdow Tate Charl Smith Beatrice Josiin Grant Street Smith Troskey War Elyria J. TE As Seville Ghia Sparta Chia Taylor C.F War Grove Cemetery Cleveland Bia Fon Thoma Ah

Election results tally from county and party tickets

County officials Richard K Portman independent William G as recorder and Walter J Wright unopposed for treasurer led the ticket with 17 929. Sheriff Clarence Wright re elected with 15 690. William F Grall 13 949. county prosecutor Howard Butler 17 028 to 11 121 for Devin. Coroner S C Ward reelected 15 957 to 12 281 for Falls. Communist ticket candidates posted small counts. Socialist Park Sumner for congress 174. James McCartan independent for congress 272. Robert W Pulley independent county commissioner 2077 votes.

Richard K. Portman Riating William G Recorder Vata Fred W D Walter J. Wright Clarence Wi. Dick William F. Grall D. Howard Butler Parti- L Albert Devin S.C. Ward W. Falls T. C. Ford Janie Langston Robert Sivert William Patterson Yetla Land W. C. Sandberg Ben Atkins Gressman-At-Large John Marshall Frederick W. Seibert Congress Sumner James McCartan Robert W. Pulley Miteh. R

Y-Indus Club Names Chest Team for Community Group

The Y-Indus Club announces a new chest team as part of a community group. Members include Paris and Robert, with a special speaker to attend the event at the clubhouse.

Y-Indus Ines Paris Robert Fonds Las

County rejects proposed amendments on tax and funds use

Loraid county voters reject two constitutional amendments aimed at limiting auto tenense funds and cline i gehwar purposes only by reins. nee amendment: numbers show 3,214 against and 2,472 in the secmn, reflecting a clear defeat for the measures.

Loraid E.ndment

Local levies and votes reported in area school districts

The article lists multiple tax levy outcomes across districts. Sheffield Lake Village, South Amherst and other districts passed or failed various millages for current expenses, five year terms, or debt, with results ranging from narrow margins to clear defeats. Spains parliament features twenty one political parties.

Sheffield Lake Village South Amherst Hurtitington Township Avon Village Amherst Village Hool Selim Township Ridgeville Townshi East Carlisle Amherst Township Henrietta Township Grafton Township Rochester Township

Outside School Boards Settle Tuition Debts Amid Talks

Chaotic text suggests school boards face unpaid tuition debts with discussions ongoing. Fragmentary references imply bar sale and potential payment by boards, but specifics remain unclear.

Extend Martial Law In Spain Sparks Deep Fears

Violent rhetoric surges as authorities widen martial law in Spain. Citizens fear prolonged curbs on rights amid protests and political tension. Foreign observers watch closely as security measures tighten. Local officials urge calm while investigations into clashes continue.

Morris Field To Be Dedicated Saturday

Oberlin Ohio plans dedication of Morris Field during the Oberlin Bellevue football game on Saturday November 10. The event honors Mayor Earl R Morris with a ceremony between halves led by Professor P F J Sherman and Alumni Association introducer M A Houghton. Tickets available through Alumni Association members.

Onorlin Wiation Oberlin Earl R. Morris Board of Education Ohberlin- Bellevue Oberlin High School PF. J. Shermann

Oberlin Senior Killed In Crash

Oberlin Conservatory senior Miss Mildred Burnham died after an automobile crash near Bowling Green last Friday. She passed an hour after arrival at Bowling Green hospital. Three other students Mary World Harmon Cardazo and Leslie Walker were injured. Cardoza and Walker were severely hurt, World and Burnham had been en route to Chicago for a visit at Walker’s home. The wreck occurred when Cardoza swerved the car to avoid danger.

Mildred Burnham Conservatory of Cardoza

Train collision near Glen Mats leaves victims unnamed

A report describes an east bound car colliding with a truck, erasing two passengers in the rumble seat and injuring Miss Burnham, with funeral services held in Glen Mats. Miss Wold from Hernertady, Cardoza from South Orange, and Leslie Walker from Chicago are named as residents connected to the incident.

Miss Burnham Glen Mats Miss Wold Henertady Cardoza South Orange X. J Leslie Walker Chicago

Son Of Oberlin Woman Is Dead

Obituary note for Woondall Seames 26 of Oberlin, dies after months of illness at Lima State hospital. Son of Mrs. W. H. Donawa, 270 Sumner Street. Funeral at Lion Baptist Church with burial in Westwood cemetery. Also community notices: Teachers reception by Oberlin W C T U at Oberlin Inn Friday November 9 7 30 p m with speaker Bertha J. Palmer. Be sure to capture clerical tone and local names.

Woondall Seames Lima State Hospital W. H. Donawa Sumner Street Milion Baptist Church Westwood Cemetery Ile Oberlin W. C. T. L Oberlin Inn Bertha J. Palmer

Democrats Elect 20 Governors in Nationwide Victory

Democratic candidates swept 20 governorships, with Republicans taking five. Names cited include Philip F. Lafollette in Wisconsin and Floyd B. Cleon in Minnesota, while several states such as Alabama Arizona Arkansas Colorado Connecticut and others elected Democrats. The record lists governors and party affiliations across the nation amid a broader electoral sweep.

Phil Dip F. Latollette Waris Progressive Party Wisconsin Floyd B. Cleon Parmere Rile Minnaga Pa Alanatia Arizona Arkansas Colorado Connecticut Geer Town Massachusetts Nevada New York Ohio Oklahom Pennsylvania Rhode Carolin Pakuta Tennessee Texas Weeming California Kansas Michigan New Hampshire Vermont Farmer-La- Ser

Senator Cutting Defeated In New Mexico Landslide

ALBUQUERQUE voters sent a defeat to Senator Cutting as Democrat Dennis Chavez built a statewide lead. Chavez led in nearly every county as one fourth of votes counted, aided by an alliance of Democrats and old guard Republicans. The Old Guard, led by Albert Simms and Ruth Hanna McCormick, accused Cutting of not being a true Republican.

Bro New Mexico Qld Guard Albert Simms National

Nebraska Joins Repeal Ranks

Nebraska reported joining the repeal camp as returns from 1,070 precincts showed the state leading 149,768 to 97,373 in removing the prohibitory clause from the constitution. The measure ends a 14 year dry era after 18 years as the 36th state to ratify prohibition. Great Britain's Cabinet included a Minister of Health.

Lincoln Neb Nebraska

Markets Report Mixed Grid of Prices and Commodities

Market notes show steady trends in some sectors and slow demand in others. Prices for produce and staples fluctuate with baskets, tomatoes, and onions listed alongside grains like middlings and bran. Several figures appear garbled but indicate mixed pricing for livestock, feed, and wholesale commodities across regional markets.

Election News In Brief WEST UNION and nearby cities report varied results

WEST UNION Ohio voters faced a dense ballot as Franklin County shifting plans continued. Key races included bids for sheriff in Cuyahoga, a move toward simplified government in Columbus and Dayton charter proposals. Toledo adopted a city manager plan with a decisive majority. Cleveland saw McMaster lose a write-in sheriff bid as Sulzman and Twelve-Trees led. In Gallipolis Charles Searles and A Brown were among those listed in local contests. Benny Thogi received a chrysanthemum bouquet from court staff for victory.

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