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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1961
Page
5
A reader questions homework for fifth and sixth graders while praising teachers' loyalty. The principal cites research deeming elementary homework wasteful, yet supporters argue moderate assignments aid learning and parent involvement. A separate note criticizes mockery of patriotic assemblies while praising the weekly national event diary.
Vanderbilt readers discuss who should pay for a mass and brunch honoring a couple’s fifty years of marriage. Advice covers handling gifts, involving children in planning, and suggesting alternative expressions such as church offerings or altar flowers. a reader in Chicago requests ideas for a gift to a familiar couple.
Voice line workers at Elyria Telephone Co. sell a service entirely by voice not face to face. Florence Gaskalla, traffic chief, notes young operators form strong social bonds and run charity efforts for 200 employees including Thanksgiving dinners and Easter gifts. Carol Baumgardner and others say the job brings daily variety and pride in helping customers and each other.
TROOP 129 girls host a chicken paprikas supper at Salvation Army Hall Thursday 3 to 7 30 p.m. Proceeds go to a trip fund to Rock Wood National Girl Scout camp in MacArthur Maryland and a Washington DC tour in August to visit the Capitol Arlington Cemetery and other sights. Leaders Mrs Frank Sieker and Mrs Donald Stevens coordinate. tickets contact Mrs John Takacs Mrs John Hostetler and Mrs Ronald Walters.
The feature blends ancient Cleopatra story with modern wedding planning by Brandau's, urging brides to seek expert guidance. It highlights a wide selection of Sterling patterns, china, and crystal, plus a personalized gift register to simplify gift choices and help “you establish your own empire—your home.”
The Women of Emmanuel discussed Hunger in the Underfed Countries of the World noting widespread hunger and population growth in China India and Korea. The UN campaign freedom from hunger was outlined with fronts in education research and action plus aid via seeds fertilizer and surplus foods.
Women's Wear Daily notes a fashion shift in swimwear with rising necklines and higher backs. Designs feature wider shoulder straps and sleeve effects, signaling a direction to watch in the season's trends.
Catholic Study Clubs 12 13 met to review a new plan titled Acts of The Apostles And The Pauline Epistle with first lesson Acts 1 8. Refreshments were served by the hostess. Members to bring children’s gifts for a forgotten box at the next meeting December 13 at 9 p.m. at Mrs. John Hines home.
Dear Abby offers guidance on a 1 year old child dealing with a domineering grandfather and a mother-in-law who keeps saving old clothes, plus a widow stalling for ten years before marriage. The columnist suggests common courtesy, charitable instead of clinging to old fashions, and moving on if a partner delays too long.
Catholic Daughters of America gathered at St Paul Hall discussing traffic safety. Ohio Highway Safety official J Grant Keys presented statistics while Patrolman T K Shane screened the film Signal 30 showing stark traffic fatalities. Key noted 13 percent fewer fatalities than last year's first ten months. accident injuries and economic loss also declined. Martha Wicker of Delphos named junior state chair to succeed Louise Foreman. A Court Stella Maris invitation for a Sunday reception at the Toledo Catholic Club was read. Candy sale orders due November 22, with delivery at the December meeting. Prizes awarded to Mrs Clarence Smith Mrs S C Rothgery and Mrs John Kimmel. Refreshments and decorations had a Thanksgiving theme.
Lewis Port explained ceramic making at Holly Hall Clay studio. Process includes pouring into a mold, drying, painting, glazing, and baking. Members will run a hot dog stand at the YWCA International Festival on December 1. Devotions by Mrs Boecker. Guests Mrs King and Mrs Whetstone attended. Mrs Frank and Mrs Pachuta hosted silver services. Hostesses were Mrs Boecker, Mrs Lempke, and Mrs Stephens. A meeting is planned for December 14 at the residence.
June Wilson leads the Three I Tops club in Ohio Fuel Gas Company Auditorium with Edith Alley as co leader Betty Harold secretary and Ivory Farmer treasurer The group crowned Benny Snyder queen for the week after a five pound loss and reported a fourteen pound weekly total Ethel Wilson delivered an inspirational message You Must Have Faith The Oborne team is leading the current contest The club plans its second anniversary celebration tonight at the Town Crier Inn.
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