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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1936
Page
9
Elyria High School seniors unable to field a class play vote to sponsor three Tat terman Marionettes shows on January 14. The program includes The Taming of the Strew at an assembly and evening show, and Jason and the Golden Fleece at a matinee.
Five Lorain County women will receive checks and one will get two dozen glass jars for canning ability after a Lorain County Fair contest with over 259 participants. Miss Alice Bird, county extension agent, reported the prizes pending due to a redirected check. First prize is ten dollars to Mrs. Alice Bear Pittsteck. second prize six dollars to Mrs. Mars Gibbins. third four dollars to Mrs. Anna Bers. fourth three dollars to Mrs. Doz Goss. fifth two dollars to Mrs. Grace Ewell. jars awarded to Mrs. J. S. Merers of Grafon.
A signet ring valued at £25 and a girl's wrist watch worth $5 were stolen from M. J. Mulvihill’s home at 215 Loth Street on Sunday. The burglary was found by house keeper Katherine Sparr after a basement window screen was removed and a locked buffet tampered with. Neighbor H. Boylan said a man matching a description was seen near the house. the suspect stood about 5 feet 9 inches, weighed 154 pounds, and wore puttees and a brown jacket.
Mrs. Robert Smith opened her West Second Street home to Susanna Wesler class of the First Methodist church and two guests. Members exchanged box lunches for supper and a short business meeting set extensive plans for the December 7 reunion at Miss Wilma Sochesue man’s Wa 2ut Street home. Former members invited. attendance contest shows Mrs. Frances Bradley’s team ahead.
Mrs William Menschein opened her home at 641 Clark street for the B B B club and two guests Mrs G Schafer and Mrs Linder man Thirty binco games were played with prizes to Mrs Linderman first to Mrs W D Huffman second and Mrs W Gibbons as consolation The special prize went to Mrs Harold Davies Gifts from Bluebell Sisters went to Mrs William Cook Mrs Monsehen Mrs Sam Avery Jr and Mrs David Beattie The hostess was aided by Mrs Sam Avery Jr Mrs Eis Scriverns and Mrs Ron Scrivens Refreshments were served The club meets again November 30 at Mrs Eisie roa street home of Scrivens 599 East
Bishsré Barnes celebrated his tenth birthday Saturday at home with ten guests. Prizes went to Jack Weber, Robert Peters, Richard Nichols and Pat Smith. The yellow color scheme featured a candlelit ten-candle cake centerpiece. Richard received many gifts. other guests included Martin Koepp, Rob Wendling, Reginald Bailey, Elmer Deedker, Richard McGregor, and Gerald Barnes.
Helen Marie Stalla celebrated her tenth birthday with classmates at her home. Prizes were won by Oda Hinton Dale McClune and Billy Paul. Guests included Beverle Zarnke Shirley Pallas Juanita Lebow Esther Paul and others.
Dr E H Evans spoke to Fartern Heights Child Conservation Circle about life in India. Mrs F A Eaton and Mrs Jay Huffman assisted as members were entrained. A social hour followed with refreshments. A Christmas party was planned for Monday December Pitts.
A rushine party arranged by Agenda Fraternity drew several prospective members. A Monaco party featured entertainment. At upcoming meetings, W L Vaughn and others discuss travels through Europe and Olympic attendance. Dinner planned at Elis dining room at 7 59 p m. A club dance is set for Saturday night November 1st at Spring Walker Counties Chair with final plans complete.
Girl Scouts of Troop 3 held a regular meeting Monday afternoon at the Second Congregational church with Joxee Maddox in charge of Formation. A Court of Honor was held where plans were made for an upcoming event.
Oberlin residents resume the Community Chest drive after the banquet that closed the year. About 176 volunteers and 48 captains attended the dinner hosted by Exchange and Business News clubs with Don Morrison as toastmaster. Rev. S S Lee Waterman gave the invocation and Arthur Williams led singing of America. M A Houghton and C R Fauger spoke on campaign goals and logistics. A note mentions a $2 tagay-magne had been armed in last night before the arrive besar.
The Pleasant Street Parent Teachers Association met yesterday with new president Mrs Hawkes. A milk fund for malnourished children was proposed and committees were formed to coordinate donations and to explore purchasing for the school. Miss Jane Smith spoke on Summer Camps including a Maine girls camp where she served as counselor.
Squire Chapter D A R held a colonial tea at Mrs. C B K Fauver’s Edgemeer Place home on Friday from 3 to 705 acres. Members wore satin colonial gowns and displayed century old artifacts in the den. The regent opened with two poems from the Southern Mountain time.
James White announces a new type diving helmet from Brie D Chapman will be demonstrated at the Elvria Y M C A. The helmet will be used in a future swimming division event and allows members to walk on the pool bottom.
The Maple Tree Patrol plans a party at Mrs. Dewesr Halo's residence on Saturday afternoon. The junior members will conduct activities during the event as part of the after noon program.
A list of individuals by name age and occupation receiving licenses in Lorain and Elyria includes George Johannsen 22 press operator and Lois TWeath 225 Er street Elsria, Ernest Johansen 27 mechanic, Andriia Broun 23 of 26n West River Elyria, Glenn C. Bement 25 West Dover foundry worker and Mary McNemiec 28 Lorain, J. Joe Wessel 25 Lorain balmer and Helen Williams 22 Lorain, John Presti Jr 30 Lorain laborer and Anna G. Fulei 43 Harmon H. Lewis 22 Lorain press operator and Helen Trene Versinger 20 Lorain, Ralph Meckney 22 Lorain carpenter and Elizabeth McAndrews 21 Lorain, Elmer F. Fleming 25 Elyria machine operator and Catherine I. Estinger 26 302 Blaine Street Elyria.
Seventeen schools sponsored by the D A R hosted a benefit event. Tea was served by members daughters in Colonial costumes. A Conservatory group performed pieces including From the Lava of the Say Bine Water and The Cuckoo Clock. Violin selections by Joseph Wincene and Muss Boroff accompanied by Mrs Hath. Out of town guests attended from Elyria Lorain Norwalk and New York City.
The Past Chief Association of the Pyrhian Sisters met last evening at Mrs Idna Mackes Groveland Street home with ripe in attendance. Routine business was transacted and plans were made for the annual Christmas party exchange of gifts. A social hour followed with refreshments served.
The Lorain County Democratic Women’s club will hold a meeting on Wednesday November 1 at 2:30 PM at the Oberlin Inn. A seminarive committee will be elected and a program on Peace with a musical entertainment is planned. All interested are welcome.
A partial report notes that Mr Johns on the corrected south tour with Mrs Reber Johns and Professor Breckenridge visited Berea College with a two edition, and Fiske with William Ren a graduate of Oberlin. The item highlights the Oberlin connection and the travelers’ association with Breckenridge Johns and Ren.
Mr. Deane of the Wooster Experiment Station spoke on reforestation at a meeting of the Garden department of the Obder-Hn Women's club yesterday at Wright Laboratory.
Mrs. L. D. Hartson as president appoints chairmen for Lazaar to be held in December. Entertainment chair Mrs. Carl Howe. children’s entertainment Mrs. Riermund. booths Mrs. Frank Tetin and Mrs. C. W. Savage. decorating chairs Mrs. W. D. Hobbes and Mrs. W. L. Persons. publicity chair Mrs. Reher Johnson. treasurer is Mrs. Bosworth with Mrs. C. KR. Fauser and Mrs. W S. Carson. board includes Mrs. Double, Mrs. W. D. Cairns and Mrs. Bertholi.
The helmet attracted attention after its first demonstration and has been used in Lake Erie. Wearers descended to 40 feet below the surface. The helmet weighs five pounds but seems lighter when submerged, freeing the wearer’s hands and arms. A surface-connected telephone line and surface air supply support the diver.
The Ohio Fuel Gas Company received The Certificate of Merit from the National Safety Council for third place in the service utilities division of a safety contest. From July 1, 1955 to June 30, 1976 the company recorded 28 disabling injuries while maintaining safe practices despite competition.
A vehicle reported stolen from Ralph Wuhrman of 545 Fifth Street was recovered by police a few hours later in a field near Sherman Street. The theft occurred about 7:45 p.m. last night.
Twenty members of the Y M C A Stamp Club viewed three complete sets of rare unused stamps from Leonard Wagner at Day Hardware Company. The Columbian, Trans Missisippi, and Pan American issues high value pieces include the famed one dollar Cattle In a Storm stamp by J MacWhirten. Kenneth Hicks and Robert Baird led the visit, with plans for similar events.
Adelbert Roig of 183 Spruce Street is named President for 1996-1957. Other officers include J. Carl Biskie as Vice President, Gordon Belt as Treasurer, and Steve Sadowski as Secretary. The annual award banquet is set for December 3. Former officers listed include Joseph Horain, Joan Hines, Arthur Gwin, and Carl Henke.
Accordion artist Benz offers free performances for Eiska residents at Dar's Music Store 363 Broad Street daily from 7 to 2 p m. He demonstrates La Piste piano accordions and promotes a 2500 display during his visit. Benz appeared at last night's Community Chest benefit dinner and will make further appearances this week.
In Elyria, speakers urged unity for the Community Chest drive. E F Daddy Allen hailed Elyria as first in spirit and in campaigns, noting the Chest goal of 65 256 and beneficiary needs around 75 64. Campaign chair Worth Fauver outlined canvassing plans and a 365 258 target, about 19 000 over last year’s take.
C I Hummel county agricultural extension agent spoke to Wellington and Brighton vocational classes on how temperature and humidity affect egg quality. He plans to repeat the talk at Camden School tomorrow for agriculture and home economics students.
The Y M C A boys division hosted guests from Uray Y Club and Garford and Amen schools to use the association facilities yesterday. Kenneth Hicks, secretary of the boys division, reported the event with plans to entertain other school bars later.
Lorain County lands 2277 as its share of November social security funds. H. J. Robinson, head of the state division of public assistance, announced the allocation based on county child population. The distribution to each county is proportional to the number of children under a certain age statewide.
The theft from a pocket book owned by Margaret Limmme ham of Nut Sweep on Broad Street was reported yesterday. A woman in her thirties with fluffy hair was described as heavy set and wearing a dress, taking five dollars and fifty cents from the pocket book.
The Elyria drive reports rising pledges but stresses gains must come from small contributors to hit the goal. Mrs. D A Baird urges workers to secure pledges and keep civic spirit high as chairs for divisions including schools and hospitals are introduced under Fauver. Community Chest president Judge Gar B Fincher praises unity and determines, with musical numbers and a dinner, the effort will succeed.
The council discussed the ERC provision favoring metal covers for one person and a proposed license fee to aid enforcement. Members considered a committee report opposing steep fines and debated a small annual fee. George Thompson was not present for the meeting.
Members of the Elvrra Lorain County Real Estate Board will hold an irregular meeting at 7 30 p m tomorrow at the Kelinski and Standen offices 225 Elshia Savings and Trust Building announced by secretary R E Griswold. Several matters of importance will be discussed.
Hutson Love was fined 12 and costs for reckless driving on Lod street on November PN. He was arraigned before Major D. A. Baird today. FR Cooper is to be arraigned tomorrow on a charge of crashing a trade high on Lake avenue last evening.
A debt action was filed in Wellington seeking 2884 dollars from Harold H. Per for alleged overdue charges related to a service at Firestone Service Storrs. The case action notes a financial claim and dates to a pending court process.
A new Short Wave Radio Club was organized at Welhiseston last night with Theodore Jones elected president. Members plan bi weekly meetings and focus on learning dots and dashes while preparing amateur operators and code study for licensing.
Night driving glasses Stop the Glare filter glare from headlights giving drivers a clear view. Awarded blue ribbon at the National Inventors Congress in Springfield Massachusetts September 1966. Two styles clip on and regular spectacles. price nine 95 per pair.
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