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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1938

Page

12

Rededication Service Highlights M E Church in Wellington

Dr Fianna Below spoke at the Women’s Missionary Society gathering in Wellington with Miss Florence Starr assisting. The service included an anthem by the choir, a memorial picture unveiling, and a rededication sermon by Dr Vernon W Wagar focusing on God at the organ.

Wellington Fianna Below Clyde Ohio Woman's Missionary Societies M. E. Church Lonzo S. Green Florence Starr Miss Starr Seinyu South China Heart of Praise Harrys Hale Pike Epworth Leaguers Betty Hardman Edith Barnes Vivienne Willard Charles Willard, Jr Irca Page Lucille Burge Mariam Dirlam Vernon W. Wagar Norwalk M. F Jesus Wagar Bach Dr. Wagar Gabriel Charles F. Willard Reading Hemn Heaven

Funeral for Wm I Wadsworth Draws 500 Attendants

Impressive funeral services under E L Sharp Funeral Home were held Monday at 2 30 pm for Assistant Postmaster William Luther Wadsworth at his home 380 South Mar street. About 500 from near and far attended including members of Elyria Elks Wellington Kiwanians Freemasons and Eagles. Dr Charles W Recard pastor of First Congregational Church directed the rites. Wadsworth grandson of famed Great Lakes captain Trinter and godfather at a Cleveland christening last March, he started at the post office in 1904 and rose to assistant postmaster, later joining his father in the family undertaking business for 25 years. Surviving are widow Wilma Schott Wadsworth a stepmother Mrs Daise Wadsworth an aunt Mrs George Ordway and cousin James Ordway. Ten pallbearers and ten honorary pallbearers served.

E. L. Sharp William Luther Wadsworth South Mar Street Elks Lodge Elyria Bill Wellington Kiteanians Order of Eagles Masonic Order Postoffice Craff, Ab Charles W. Recard First Congregational Church Wadsworth Trinter Great Lakes Walter Luther Weng Tend Charles Tend Cleveland John H. O'Brien Wellington High School Lnter Leon H. Wadsworth Leon Mary Trinter Wadsworth Wilma Schott Daise Wadsworth George Ordway Kingsville Ohio James Ordway

Miss Mabel Boise Weds Woodrow Wilson

Miss Mabel Boise daughter of Mrs Ina Boise married Woodrow Wilson son of Mr and Mrs Buell Wilson Saturday afternoon at First Baptist Church with Rev John HL Green officiating. Attendants Miss Jeannette Miller Blair Hawk. couple to housekeeping at Fred Edwards residence. Bride a Wellington High School 1938 graduate. groom educated in Penfield. he works at Cleveland Steel and Metal Products.

Mabel Boise Union Street Ina Boise Woodrow, Wilson Buell Wilson Johns “Street John HL. Green First Baptist Church Jeannette Miller Blair Hawk Here Wellington High School Penfield School Fred Edwards Barker Street Cleveland Steel and Metal Products

Woman's Relief Corps District 12 Note

Fragmentary text notes activity related to the 12th district of the Woman's Relief Corps in the state, with insufficient details to determine event, dates, or names.

Woman's Relief Corps

Fall Concert by School Music Units at First Congregational

The second annual Fall concert by school music units will be held tonight at the First Congregational Church in ppm. A community event featuring multiple ensembles, inviting students, families, and local residents to enjoy a varied program.

First Congregational Church

Correction issued for football banquet two year stripes

The report omitted Steve Lisiewski from yesterday's list of two year stripe receivers at the football banquet last Friday evening. First year letters went to Norman Cooper Luther Bottomlee William McClaflin Rus sell MecKisson Joe Marley Don Whitney Charles Brasee Gordon Rogers and Charles West. The omission was unintentional and is corrected.

Steve Lisiewski Norman Cooper Luther Bottomlee William McClaflin Russell MecKisson Joe Marley Don Whitney Charles Brasee Gordon Rogers Charles West

Mrs. Isabelle Clodwick in Hospital Pneumonia

Mrs Isabelle Clodwick owner of the Sandwich Bar underwent an operation at Allen Memorial hospital last week and has developed pneumonia. No callers are allowed to see her.

Isabelle Clodwick Allen Memorial Hospital Clodwick

Ayr Shire Cattle Breeders Elect New Officers

Edward McConnell of Pittsfield was elected president of the Ayr shire Cattle Breeders news organization at a Wellington Grange hall meeting. About 14 attended, with future meetings planned to boost turnout. Lawrence Betts of Penfield was elected secretary-treasurer and L. W. McConnel of Wellington named director as speakers outlined plans and activities.

Edward McConnell Pittsfield Ayrshire Cattle Breeders News Organization Wellington Lawrence Betts Penfield L. W. McConnel

Local Clinic Notes and Discharges

Mrs Hiram Schuster of Pittsfield was admitted for observation and treatment at the Clinic on Saturday. Mrs William Bailey and her infant son, recently moved from Oberlin hospital to the Clinic, were discharged Sunday to relatives in Wakeman to stay awhile before returning to Wellington. Derwent underwent a successful operation at Allen Memorial hospital last Saturday and is expected to be brought to the Local Clinic this week.

Hiram Schuster Pittsfield William Bailey Oberlin Hospital Wakeman Wellington Isabelle Clodwick Allen Memorial Hospital

Thanksgiving social notes and club events at Elyria and Whitefox

Thanksgiving plans cause William Bards absence as Clyde Lee and Lawrence join the Lea home for dinner in Whitefox. Sun day eaters include Clyde Lee and son, plus Gus Martin. Mrs Ed Turner hosts a Philothea class meeting at the M E church. Queen Fathers meet at Edith Barnes home with Edith Barnes conducting devotionals and piano pieces, Mildred Hofflett penning a poem and two reporters named Mildred Hoffiett and Louise Harris. Next meeting with Lucille Perkins on December 17 for a Christmas gift exchange. The Powells and Robert Allen plan a winter stay in Lake Worth Florida. Maregers Young visits Baldwin Wallace roommate and mother Mrs. W. G. Young. A Fisher travels to Columbus to visit a son. clipping from Seattle notes his meteorology work. Wayne Grabel and Maude Wells of Elyria visit J W Shook. Hill family visit Cleveland friends.

William Bards Walter Lea Whitefox Clyde Lee Lawrence Beds Body Gus Martin Elyria Ed. Turner Philothea M. E. Church Queen Fathers Edith Barnes Jeanne Whiteside Mildred Hofflett Mildred Hoffiett Louise Harris Lucille Perkins W. J. Powell Pauline Robert Allen Lakeworth Fla Maregers Young Baldwin-Wallace College W. G. Young Fisher Columbus Lawrence C. Fisher Seattle Wash Chaurge Weather Bureau Wayne Grabel Maude Wells J. W. Shook C. I. Hill Luanne Cleveland

Thanksgiving services and youth rally schedule note

Mid week union Thanksgiving service is planned in the M. E. church with a special Thanks giving Day service Thursday morning followed by a Fellowship Thanksgiving dinner. Friday features a Youth Rally at the Incal church at 2 30 led by Reverend A J Lewis of Cleveland. Banquet at 5 30 and evening service at 7 30. The Friendly Bible class meets Friday evening with Edward Myers. Barker Street. Mrs Harlan Dudley visited relatives in Oberlin and Monroeville. Mary Knapp buys the Oglesbee house on Taylor Street.

Union M. E Incal A. J. Lewis Cleveland Friendly Bible Class Edward Myers Barker Street Harlan Dudley H. H. Stone Oberlin Ella Durward Monroeville Ed. Farnsworth Lloyd Moore North Fairfield Adlen Dudley Oberlin Conservatory of Music Mary Knapp W. S. Oglesbee Taylor Street

Sound Methods In Home Building Urged By FHA

The Federal Housing Administration stresses sound home design to protect buyers and lenders. Director Howard P. Vermilya notes goals: durable construction, convenient living, safety light and sanitation, and lasting attractiveness. He cites rising use of architects by buyers and FHA’s focus on well designed houses over any single architectural style.

Federal Housing Administration Howard P. Vermilya FHA Vermilya Mutual Ohio

Planning Zoning Emphasis Grows Over City Growth

Federal Housing Administrator Stewart McDonnald warns that unchecked growth undermines tax bases and accelerates neighborhood blight. Officials increasingly favor planning zoning and subdivision controls to rejuvenate deteriorating areas and protect property values as cities expect slower growth in the future.

Stewart McDonnald McDonald

Subdivision Boom Strains City Resources and Blight Control

City planners warn that rapid land subdivision before development readiness attracts families from established districts and worsens civic strain. Officials fear extended utilities, police and fire protection needs, and new schools as taxable receipts shrink, prompting steps to curb blight and safeguard remaining neighborhoods.

Check Needed On Light System In New Or Old Homes

Careful check should be made of the light and power equipment in a new home or in modernizing an existing house. In the case of old dwellings, such a check is doubly recommended. The original installations may have weaknesses or outdated components.

Electrical Wiring and Home Improvements Advice

The text warns a damaged wiring system is a fire hazard and recommends hiring a competent electrician. It mentions allowed wiring types including nonmetallic sheathed, armored, rigid metal pipe, or knob and tube. It notes switch varieties and waterproofing for exposed locations, and that improvements involving fighting equipment may be financed via FHA plans.

Federal Housing Administration

Miner on Job 72 Years Becomes Senior Active Miner

Isaace Six, 34, of Kimberly Ohio began coal mine work at age 13 and now at 72 remains among the nation’s oldest active miners. In 72 years of work he has never had an accident nor been sick enough to miss a day.

Kimberly O.isaace Six

Band member strays from parade at Mansfield game

A Mansfield junior high school band member played his Corri gan while marching the opposite direction from the rest of the band at a football game. The performer appeared more focused on the music than the marching formation, according to the band leader.

Questions and Answers for Home Builders Garage and FireplaceAdvice

Practical home building guidance covers garage sizing for small cars with a 9 by 18 foot example and door dimensions of 7 feet high by at least 7 feet 6 inches wide. It also suggests preserving existing brick facing or upgrading to marble or stone for Colonial fireplaces if current brickwork is sound.

Thermostats Add To Home Comfort

The article notes thermostats greatly improve winter living comfort and recommends placing the regulator about five feet above the floor in a draft-free area with good air flow, typically on a first-floor living room wall. It highlights modern thermostat designs as less mechanical in appearance and mentions financing options under the Property Improvement Credit Plan through qualified lending institutions.

Federal Housing Administration

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