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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1938
Page
6
Readers report slot machines ruin families and tempt youths as Grand Jury exposes the racket. A mother recalls a Sunday School nickel lost to a machine and the boy’s remorse, while a wife pleads for enforcement after her husband gambled away funds. Civic outrage grows as calls mount to drive gambling joints out and demand sworn officials uphold the law.
A reflective piece extols football as a crowd spectacle, noting the rough theater of punting and mud, the difficulty of seeing who handles the ball, and the enduring appeal of athletes who combine strength skill and brains, comparing modern fans to ancient amphitheatre crowds.
A historical sketch notes that the first stringed instrument with a bow appeared under a Ceylonese king around 5000 B.C. It resembled the rebec from Hindu origins, which reached Italy by the 9th century. The violin, perfected in Italy in the 16th century, is said to have been inspired by the rebec.
Washington insiders say Archbishop Edward Mooney of Detroit is the likely choice for the papal red hat, viewed as a logical ruler of the wealthiest diocese. Born in Maryland in 1900, Mooney’s career spans Rochester and Detroit, with ties to unions and the New Deal, plus his leadership of the National Catholic Welfare Conference signaling liberal social views.
A dated anniversary roundup marks Luigi Cherubini and Seba Smith births and other historical notes. The piece also highlights changes in court rules allowing exceptions without explicit mention and reports on labor leaders urged to unite against anti union amendments in Oregon and Washington. Senator Gerald Nye backs the Townsend pension plan.
The article discusses a large wheat harvest risking low prices and suggests export subsidies to move 100 million bushels abroad. It notes world dumping fears, anti dumping laws, and the risk of demoralizing domestic markets. It mentions a potential Canada stand but warns many countries would be affected by any sale. It also references contemporaries and a historical “Today in History” section.
Ohio Republicans gather at Columbus for the Biennial State Convention and platform adoption. About 5 000 delegates and advisory delegates expected to attend as keynotes by Dr Glenn Frank and remarks by John W Bricker and Robert A Taft are anticipated, with broadcasts planned for tonight. The convention runs through tomorrow noon as reform themes and criticism of Roosevelt aims shape discussion.
Readings on prayer emphasize asking according to God's will and being confident He hears. The lesson contrasts Yahweh with a universal Christlike God and urges silent reflection to discern His will for personal or national issues.
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