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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1933
Page
7
Ridgeville troops will join parents and friends for a large campfire session at Ridgeville town hall tomorrow night at 7 pm. Elyria scouts and families are invited to attend. Observance of Scout Sunday is planned next Sunday at North Ridgeville Congregational Church in uniform.
Reports describe the worst drought in South Africa with massive livestock losses and near starvation. Cattle and sheep perish, water shortages force movement and mine operations to rely on pumps and water trains as relief arrives. Samuel Richardson, famed for Pamela, is noted for his early moralizing as a boy.
An advertisement features M Hedberg of 1736 E 238th promoting Gold Dust cleaning product. It claims reduced housework saves hours and hails quick, easy results with a new double-size package priced at five cents.
At the Rivoli Theatre a new picture titled Lady For A Day shines as a fairy story made real. May Robson stars as Apple Annie with Warren William leading the cast in Capra’s adaptation from Damon Runyon’s Madame La Gimp.
A three generation story unfolds in Broadway to Hollywood shown tomorrow and Thursday at the Capitol Theatre. Stars of yesterday and today appear in the film including Fay Templeton May Robson Alice Brady Jackie Cooper Jimmy Durante Frank Morgan and Madge Evans.
A series of Ohio briefs reports James Towler, 14 months, critically wounded by a neighbor cleaning a shotgun in Columbus. Fayette County commissioners seek the resignation of Noah L. Carr, longtime county home superintendent, after a business investigation. Sam Henry, 67, shot dead by Adam Helfrick in Fostoria while prowling near Helfrick’s home. Thomas Furbee, 35, and Earl Heminger, 27, sentenced to 10 to 25 years for an interurban car hold-up near Toronto. No 1934 special election in the 23rd Senate district. successor to Senator George R. Robers will be elected in November 1934. Frank B. Cotner, 64, cleared of bank funds abstracting charges at Lafayette Banking Co. in Lima. John Wiedemann, 30, assistant city solicitor, dies after appendicitis operation. Albert Strothey, 60, found dead near Dillonvale, death due to being struck by a car.
A fragmented radio schedule lists programs and hosts across many time slots from early morning to afternoon. Names such as Yodeling Pete Rise n Shine Devotions Joe Baidl Melodies Jean Abbey and Army Band appear, with scattered times and program tags like Garden Program Lunch Break and German Program.
Editor notes that Elyria Memorial Hospital marks 25 years since dedication with recollections from Edgar F. Allen, founder. He recalls 1907 street car disaster as catalyst, early fundraising of 105,900 dollars, site choice, the move to a home like atmosphere, planned departments, and the evolving need for staff organization beyond the building.
A historical account details the growth of Elyria Memorial Hospital from its 1910 nurses home plan to the Gates Hospital opening in 1915 and subsequent additions. It covers land purchases, a power plant wing in 1918, nurses’ home expansion in 1930, and about $475,000 in total investments, highlighting the institution's purpose of serving Elyria and Lorain County without discrimination and its enduring spirit.
Freeport Illinois two toy plants operate around the clock during the months before Christmas. Officials say orders are pouring in faster than ever and predict more toys will be distributed by Santa Claus this year. Factories run 24 days a month in the peak season.
Cal, -(UE) William Paull, an oil company watchman, was saved by his dog Jack after a rattlesnake bit the dog while Paull picked up a coil. Jack lunged at the snake, killed it, and Paull rushed the dog for antivenom from a physician.
W A Vanoster writes to Elyria residents praising direct communication, detailing efforts over twenty months as mayor. He cites relief programs, street and sewer improvements, water main projects, and state and federal cooperation, urging reelection to continue the city’s forward program.
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