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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1934
Page
3
A plumbers license ordinance faces sharp opposition as it nears final Council vote on Monday September 17. Opponents urge clarification of the section requiring licensed plumbers for most plumbing work arguing it imposes extra costs on buyers and tenants. Merchants builders and utility workers fear installation charges and restricted maintenance by nonlicensed staff.
A speech at the British Association argues science brings vast power and risks alike. Jeans warns knowledge passes generations while human nature does not, suggesting more science rather than less to escape civilization’s threats and improve life despite automation and agricultural shifts.
C Ray Hansen, ex Cook County prosecutor, said Dillinger paid $1,000 weekly for police protection and disclosed bribes from $5,000 to $30,000. He urged authorities to act, noting underworld politicians and officials collude across cities to shield criminals, threatening life and property until a nationwide cleanup occurs.
A fragmented film set scene shows a producer scolding a leading man and directing a camera take as dialogue hints at tension and distrust between actors and crew. The transcript-like text mentions Tommy and a production moment amid erratic dialogue and unclear plot details.
A collage of quotes and jokes on civilization freedom and government. It contrasts views on individuality with standardization in industry while urging tax participation and civic responsibility. The snippets include a Duncan Clark quote on liberty, office satire about clerks, a tax reminder, a quip about a widow, and a teacher student exchange.
A mixed forecast of today’s anniversaries and birthdays lists James Fenimore Cooper's era figures, Taft, Hatfield, Patterson, and Penney, plus birthdays of Yale geographer Ellsworth Huntington and Gallaudet leaders. It notes indepence days and a July horoscope and hints at personality traits and moral guidance for youth.
A historical note on Acts 4:5 12 and a weekly Bible study titled Know My Redeemer Lives. J D Jones from England offers sermons including The Inevitable Christ. The text discusses boldness in preaching, church unity, and the intrusion of immoral behavior into American churches, urging faithful witness despite threats.
A committee of Lorain county apple and potato growers will meet Monday night in the Elyria Sayings and Trust Company directors room to discuss a possible show this year. Last year the event drew over 200 exhibits, but with a light crop this season a decision is not final. Committee chair E. C. Cotton of Elyria leads thirteen members including Ralph Miller Brownhelm and others from Elyria Graf ton Henrietta LaGrange Eaton Rochester and more.
Mark S Willis, son of Dr and T W Willis, received his optometry certificate after passing state board exams. He completed the Optometry course last June and was president of the senior class at Ohio State. He also holds an AB from Wittenberg and will practice with his father in the Newell Hotel Building.
Firemen were summoned to a car owned by F. N. Kettham at the Cities Service Station on West Avenue and Second but found the blaze already out by a station attendant. A separate note mentions a jury in Lima that discharged Bob White after a chicken-stealing charge, with a second trial possible. The piece closes with a sermon-like reflection on trials and prayer.
Day's Music Store features Lieut Commander Fred H. Schnell praised as first to establish Atlantic radio via short wave. Grunow Signal Beacon advertised to announce cities like Madrid London and Buenos Aires with a new all wave receiver offering living tone at surprisingly lower prices.
A local listing highlights copper chromium plated ware, electric coffee urns, sugar creamer sets, fruit and relish dishes, bon bons, and cocktail sets in the house furnishing department. Burlington offers baskets and hampers, bathroom containers, baby baskets, and shopping baskets. Fall roof coatings and roll roofing are advertised with DIY use, plus Rough and Ready Rat Bait promises safety for pets and family for 25 cents a package.
Melvin Burriss of Cleveland teaches trombone trumpet alto and baritone horn weekly at our store on Thursdays. Miss Kath erine Pfaff now offers piano lessons in our studios every Saturday starting today.
Fishing at the Islands remains good this week with small mouth bass and pickerel being brought home. Get licenses, baits, shells, and other supplies here for the season.
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