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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1920
Page
5
A lengthy sermon frames the Pilgrims as models of faith and democracy noting their Bible centered life, community responsibility, and hard journey toward religious freedom. It praises their courage, civic ideals, and enduring belief in individual conscience under God, urging reverence for their legacy.
Grace Lutheran Church at Corner Princeton avenue and Eset River street opens Advent with 8:15 a m Sunday school and 6:45 p m worship. Rev. Harry C. Mubly preaches series on The Fundamentals beginning with The Supreme Being. Evening service at 7:00 p m. Second Advent sermons focus on Jacob’s final words and devotion to Christ. Also notes a Second Spiritualist Church meeting led by Rev. J. R. Deamuile of Clavaland and public talks on life beyond the grave at 7:20 p m. First Church welcomes all with motto Deeds Not Creeds. Church of Christ program includes Pilgrim Fathers themes and immigrant discussion. First Church of Christ Scientist lists services and readings with topic Ancient and Modern Necromancy on November 28.
The article surveys how people respond to Jesus during his ministry. Some become followers, while others doubt, oppose, or remain indifferent. Jesus answers doubts with his words and deeds and reveals his character, inviting open minds to recognize his mission. The piece reflects on judgment by one’s reaction to the gospel and contrasts receptive and resistant attitudes.
Mayflower Anniversary on November 28 prompts Pilgrim tercentenary observances in many American churches. The Pilgrims are praised for courage and the love of freedom, education, and deep moral character. Their influence is linked to early American literature and the nation’s history.
The First Congregational Church in Elyria plans a social Pilgrim Tercentenary observance featuring a Mayflower supper on Thursday evening in the Gates room. Committee chairs are Mrs. C. G. Washburn and Mr A. L. Patrick. Rev. J. W. Grant will lead exercises focused on Pilgrim virtues and Pilgrim costume accents are expected.
The Mayflower Compact established a Civil Body Politic for the new colony. Forty-one adult males aboard the Mayflower signed on November 21, 1629 in the cabin, pledging to enact and follow just laws for the good of the settlement. The document notes the old style date November 11.
Oberlin College foreign students plan a Pilgrim Tercentenary service at First Congregational Church Sunday at 4 30. The program includes Armenia Russia Italy France China Japan Greece and a foreign group number. Notable features include Miss Bertha Tompkin and Miss Ruth Tsara Hatire, plus Tsunsigugiu Miyagawa delivering The Pilgrim Spirit and Japan and Misa Lucy Cordelia performing a violin duet.
Lorain County Sunday School Association announces the annual convention will be held in Elyria next April at the First Congregational Church. A $400 budget for expenditures through the year ending next April is adopted. The program includes a memorial service for Rev. C. M. Pend, D. D., of Oberlin.
Firemen aboard the Olympic sailing for England are joined by three officials of the National firemen and sailor's union of Great Britain to assist stoking by day and night. They met with Acquitania officials to decide staffing levels for oil burning boilers amid Cunard line’s coal-to-oil shift. Harding wins large Pennsylvania vote lead over Cox by 715013.
Antirheumatic medicine Munyon's Rheumatian Remedy advertised to relieve sharp pains in arms legs back and joints. It promises rapid relief for chronic rheumatism sciatica and lumbago with no aspirin, morphine or cocaine and notes use in Beranton Pa.
A new pastor will be installed tomorrow in Chel Mich with Rev A of Am presiding. Officials from Oberlin will also participate. Hishote will deliver the German sermon and Re Morkaan of Lorain will give the English address. Miss Hula Bell of Amherst will provide the music. The public is invited.
The Letann County Church Federation announces services at the union church by Rev. Bustard on December 6. An afternoon meeting at four o'clock will be held at Bustard’s residence, under federation auspices, with local congregations urged to attend.
Edwin B. Redhead rector announces First Sunday in Advent with sermons on the coming of Christ and the final judgment. Communion will be celebrated at 7:30. Church services held at morning hour.
A quaint notice invites locals and strangers to a 11 oclock service of Bible teaching on Malachi by Pastor Mr Neichhour titled Yesterday's message to men of today. Evening sermon on the second coming by Mr Nalgdy bour titled The Four Horse Riders or Coming Catastrophes. A warm welcome is offered and a special invitation extended to all to attend both events. A second notice promotes a Grand Army hall spiritualist lecture by Rev Hipbee War on Our Pilgrim Parker and Mediumship Its Nature Dangers and Responsibilities. The lecture series promises a scientific, clear English discussion without ornate filler.
SECOND AR EKH CHURCH announces Sunday School at 9 45 a m preaching at 11 00 a m Epworth League at 5 30 p m and evening service at 7 30 p m Rev Brown slated for pulpit. ST PAULS EVANGELICAL lists Sunday School at 9 30 a m services at 10 45 a m and evening service at 6 30 p m Rev Gourquin to preach Sunday evening assisted by Rev A Ent of Amherst.
Rev J H Grant leads a Pilgrims commemoration at Hirst Congregational Church Corner of Court and Second. Morning sermon explores a new phase of Pilgrim contribution to church and community. four o clock afternoon Memoration by Chelin College students from Jands. Benvolence fund to be discussed after morning service. 9:30 Church School under E P Paste Superintendent. New class for young men to be taught by Walter Gough.
William R B Winters minister serves at 398 East Avenue with morning services at 10 45 AM. Sunday school 9 20 AM. Evening Epworth League and choir concerts feature anthem pieces and offertory solos. The weekly activities promise strong participation and a notable choral program for the month.
A friendly church at East Avenue and Second Street invites all city residents to morning worship at 11 and evening services at 7 30. Sabbath school meets at 9 45, with Christ in Endeavor at 6 30 and sermons on the Decalogue.
In Salt Lake City on November 27 the former mayor EdmMund AL Bock received a five year term on each of twenty three charges for misappropriation of public funds.
Rich Red Blood tablets contain Iron, Nux Vomica and Gentian to increase appetite aid digestion and build up weak emaciated convalescent and overworked nervous people. They are a valuable tonic when vitality is low and circulation poor. Bold by Dramaists at 0 camte. Special. The United Medicine Company tid WarLa Tenth Street Philadelphia.
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