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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1934
Page
4
An article notes a motorcycle officer educating children at McKinley school about traffic hazards. It argues modern policing favors prevention, calm guidance, and building trust with the public, contrasting with the old image of punitive “cop” methods. Parents and teachers are urged to support lawful behavior and collaboration with officers.
The Attorney General plans a December push to unite federal and local authorities against organized crime. The strategy follows recent crime-fighting gains, with emphasis on restoring trust in law enforcement and reducing partisan interference.
A survey by the public health service finds colds are contagious and widespread across the country with peak levels in October and December and least prevalent in June. It notes the economic toll from sickness, as many lost work days stem from cold-related illness and public demand for better scientific solutions continues.
New York City will host 71 conventions in October, up from 45 a year ago, with the Merchants Association forecasting a more than 60 percent rise in fraternal activity over 1933. Conventions for travel, exchange of ideas, and leadership contact draw delegates who spend large sums in hosting cities, boosting local business. The article notes conventions educate delegates, benefit hosts, and circulate money widely, while also mentioning varying European travel policies and independent nightlife in American cities.
A fragment from a Richmond note describes an expert repairing a distributor on an automobile and references a vision of Peter with mentions of Cor as Philin me and Eshtonian. The text blends religious study with garbled names and timing ideas, ending with a vague claim of God’s wisdom.
Anniversaries list figures born or died across years including Noah Webster born Hartford 1758 died 1843 Grace Peckham Murray born Killingly Conn died 1933 and William Pitt Fussenden Louis Shafter Samuel Jones and Grace Murray among others. Today in history recalls Marie Antoinette execution 1793 and Morton ether operation 1846 with Parliament fire notes.
A compact recap notes 1839 hospital ties in Boston and commemorate events from 17h years past. It mentions John Brown's Harper's Ferry raid, Allied forces repelling Bolshevik actions on the Dvina, a birth in Germany, and profiles Edward W. Beatys of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Also referenced are Sir Ansten Chamberlain and King Carol II of Roumania with their ages.
Fragmentary notes mention Eugene ONeill aiming at stage greatness, actor-producer Ted Cook of California, and Chicago–born figures, alongside Frederick Gillett of Massachusetts and Dr Frederick B Robinson. The text appears as a crowded clipping of brief biographical references with uncertain dates and places.
A reader is forecast to pursue balanced aims with a strong mental focus enabling success. The forecast suggests fame and a pecuniary reward that will support a comfortable life through time, aided by perseverance and prudent choices.
Partial readable text mentions a family in the Eastern Himalayas and a person named Lt. Smatles. The fragment is unclear but suggests an unidentified discovery or note about a local family, height or stain details, and a possible detective or report tag.
The October 31 Helden Community Circle meeting featured quilting and a cafeteria lunch with many attendees listed including Mesdames Myers Nesbett Hosler Wildman Wise Seckett Davidson Summers and guests from Lakewood and Greenville. Separate items note Druggist J Cavey opening a Girard Ohio store October 20 and social events hosted by Mrs R A Rothgary with prize winners, plus various visits and guest plans.
The fragment offers questionable guidance about creating a sleeping area for a baby in a hotel room. It suggests using a dresser drawer as a bed and stacking a mattress on a bed frame, reflecting unsafe child care practices and hotels’ room setup discussions.
Weekend guests include Mr and Mrs Harold Worden and daughter Nancy of Weymouth with sister and husband Mr and Mrs Frank Cragin. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Prince McCurdy of Tacoma Park Maryland on October 3 named Fay. Gordon Schworer called on his mother Mrs Merbeth Schworer. Mrs Dwight Bartlett and granddaughter Ladsy Brunson visit Mrs Marold Biggs in Bedford. Mrs Lewis Kinnect visited Mrs Lee Kinnect. Miss Alta Johnson was guest of Mrs Wilily Prim. Agnes Finlayson and Mrs Beth Schwerer also visited. Mr and Mrs Charter Nesbett and their children left for Johnstown Pennsylvania for an indefinite stay with relatives.
Avon Ohio residents and relatives gather for weekend visits. Mr and Mrs Arthur Brown host Mr and Mrs Grigor and family from Warren. Lawrence Peak and Mrs Myers visit Wapelo relatives, with Myers planning a Shelby homeward trip. Doris Jameson, Mrs John Jamesey visit Elyria and Lorain. A Barnham family weekend in St Louis. Hattie Peak hosts Buck relatives from Ridgeville and George Buck's family visit.
Grandsons Leo and Hubert attended the funeral of John B bid en of Grafton on Monday. Miss Lilian Wagner of Oberlin visited the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Charles Wagener on Monday. Arthur Chester of Harlan Michigan visited Agate Chester at her home. Mr and Mrs Lewis Fisher of Klocky River spent Sunday with Jacob Hoffman. Mr and Mrs Henry Sehonck visited Cleveland. Mr and Mrs William Barr of Sheffield Lake visited W J Barr on Sunday. Mr and Mrs J H Fisher Willard and Donald Pickering and Mr and Mrs J S Cook and Mrs Alta Cook of Cleveland and Mr and Mrs Morris Pickeriog of Rocky River spent Saturday night and Sunday at Chanet Grove.
Gasoline station operators and attendants secured pay increases from 10 to 35 percent in a board awarded decision by Wr John A Lapp. The awards, retroactive to May 16, come after Cleveland stations were partly closed last May during an operator strike for higher pay.
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