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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1942
Page
10
A program note indicates a change for the upcoming meeting at the home of Mes Het V ilise on Higbi street. Clarence Warker Cri of Obebhin will preside, replacing Mrs. Ww He Tibhell who had been scheduled to present.
At a meeting of the cooperative board and party committee held at Mrs Cy Ik Brecknock’s home, plans for this week’s party were approved. Refreshments will be served and prizes awarded at each table. Wilbur Gaston in charge. December 9 recommendations will address a Christmas treat for children and a Health Bond.
The Letter Carriers Auxiliary held a Tuesday evening gathering at 116 Cleveland Street with Mrs Ralph Babes as host. Special prizes went to Mrs Robert Keith and Mrs 0 d Fos for crafts and war stamp displays. A Thanksgiving theme featured decorated candy shells and refreshments.
Troop No 1 of the Girl Scouts held a meeting at St May church hall yesterday. The laws promise and promise were discussed, songs were sung, and a trip with Troop 10 was planned for Friday evening with several chaperons. The troop aims to fill a Thanksgiving basket and prepare gifts for Christmas.
Lorain County Camp of The Gideons reports 12 Bibles accepted for placement in county facilities during a dedication service held after a regular meeting in the city. An additional 20 Gideon Bibles were accepted for distribution to offices throughout the area.
County Commissioner Oscar G Dunn filed his expense account with the board of elections yesterday detailing local expenditures for the last election. The itemized costs include printing advertising and contributions to the Republican campaign fund.
Wellington officials presented the community's financial problems to the budget commission. Superintendent Purdy urged raising the school levy from six to four mills to add about $3,000, citing state fund losses and low primary salaries. Were the request granted, municipal fees would drop, risking sewer projects. Stirling Foundry warned it may relocate without sewer improvements. Delegation members included Purdy, Ratlick, Todney, Stemple, Corig, and Village Clerk Dull.
Oberlin reports the annual election of officers for Masonic Lodge No. 380 with Worshipful Master W. Burneson and other officers named. The Phillis Wheatley Center appoints F. Flood as acting director replacing Philip Thomas on leave. Mrs Ruth Burke Robinson to supervise girls activities. Visiting Nurse Committee members updated. two resignations accepted and two new members named. Forensic Union and Oberlin Senior Forum held discussions on peace terms after the war. various meetings noted across Oberlin activities and campus groups.
News wires detail rapid Axis advances in Tunisia and Corsica as German forces press into unoccupied France. Hitler proclaims defenses against Anglo American aggression while Petain weighs loyalty to Vichy. Paris radio signals wave of strategic shifts and threats to French fleet at Toulon and targets in Corsica.
In a broadcast to the French people Hitler claims Germany seeks friendly ties with the French army while advancing through the unoccupied zone to deter an Anglo American landings. He accuses the United States and Great Britain of threatening Corsica and the south coast of France and warns Petain that German occupation will reshape Africa. He also mocks President Roosevelt and General Giraud, noting Giraud's escape from captivity and urging continued resistance.
A fragmented message notes that the final leaf cleanup will occur next week. Residents are urged to prepare piles for collection and allow the street department to complete the last cleanup of the season. The notice suggests early winter conditions and extended service as needed.
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