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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1936
Page
4
The author argues for schools to show students more than open books and develop practical demonstrations. He recalls how past students had to self find and correlate material, noting that real living skills impaired by dress and appearance affect education.
A college in Yellow Springs Ohio began an early shoe study project at Old Antioch aimed at solving an everyday health problem for Antioch women. The initiative planned public demonstrations with models and plaster casts on live feet to address widespread comfort issues and the effects of improper footwear.
A long discussion traces the evolution of footwear design from medical debate to public demonstrations. It notes involvement by orthopedic surgeons educators artists stylists and manufacturers and the shift toward shoes that are informative yet not overly corrective. The piece promises further discussion of securing these principles.
The Kipton Ladies Aid Society met at the school house on Thursday with dinner served at noon. Mr and Mrs Harold Davis visited their grandmother Mrs Charlies Finner of New Smyrna Florida last week. Hazel Sandrock is in Allen Hospital after an appendectomy.
Talbot Lake profiles the multifaceted Walter B Pitkin, famed author Life Begins at Forty. Now building a keelless boat on a Dover New Jersey mountain top where water comes from taps. The odd craft measures ten feet high and twenty two feet long with segmented sides. Pitkin teases a reveal around November 3 1536.
The guide advises rinsing dishes under running cold water before washing. Then wash in warm sudsy water with baking soda added to neutralize odors.
A reader asks about champagne glass type and stem structure. The reply notes champagne glasses are shallow and bowl shaped and that stems may be solid or hollow. A second inquiry on morning greetings says after first meeting a friendly look suffices unless there is a special message to share.
Jand, a former school teacher, called on Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs H B Cook. Mrs Alice Arnold returned home after visiting Mr and Mrs Charles Lucas of Fremont. Residents from Martin's Ferry Toledo Cleveland and Loudenville visited friends here. Various families shared Sunday dinners and extended visits with relatives in Fremont Fulton and Dayton.
A reader argues against sending money overseas and analyzes how immigrant money moves through banks. It traces drafts from New York to Naples, showing how dollars can fund Italian imports and how such transfers may still support U S industry. The piece concludes that immigrant remittances do not inherently hurt the U S and may influence trade balance.
A health note advises disinfecting telephone mouthpieces to avoid germs. It recommends wiping with a cloth dampened by disinfectant solution and performing this cleaning at frequent intervals.
The South Amherst Parent-Teachers Association hosts an annual flower show on September 22 at the school auditorium. Entries by residents include mixed flower baskets, centerpieces, mini bouquets, and displays of zinnias, glass, asters, dahlias, roses, wildflowers, and potted plants. Judging at 3:09 pm uses arrangement quality color harmony and variety with weights 35 29 15 20 and 14 percent.
Annual meeting notes list executive committee members for the PTA including President Mrs. H. E. Moore and First Vice President Mrs. Emil Ruth. The event occurs next Tuesday evening in the school auditorium.
The Parent-Teachers Association executive committee met to outline the year’s work. Committees elected include Wars and Means chaired by Mrs. Paul Mori and others: Program led by K. B Henderson, Membership headed by Mrs. Alfred Rolli, Publicity under Miss Viola Wreezer, and Social committee chaired by Flora Pike with members listed.
A regular South Amherst American Legion meeting is set for Friday evening at the club rooms with an officers election. Rev and Mrs A Van Puffelin and daughter Helen of Brussels Belgium were dinner guests at the home of Mr and Mrs.
Mrs Alfred Fuller was surprised Sunday when her brothers and sisters arrived with baskets to celebrate her birthday. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Donald Sharp, Mrs Estella Sharp of Tiffin, Mr and Mrs Donald Wedeman and children, Mrs Helen Berry, Mrs Lillian Wheeler, Mr and Mrs Ed Fink le and children, Mr and Mrs Dudievr Finkle and son, and Clem Finkle and family from Glord Wellington. Huntington notes added that Mrs Fuller received beautiful gifts.
The Rice and Auble families joined Mrs. Sarah Gilbert in Lodi for a birthday dinner celebrating her 7ith birthday. Attendees included Mrs. Hazel Orr from East Brady and many relatives from nearby towns. The supper featured an angel food cake with 77 candles and was hosted by Mrs. Gilbert.
Mrs H E Moore and the Heaths with their son visited Mr and Mrs Emil Ruth on Sunday. Mrs K B Henderson Mrs W B Laniz and Miss Ruth Moore spent Tuesday in Elyria. Mr and Mrs A Fisher of Mansfield were recent guests of Mr and Mrs Jack Walker.
At the Amherst Methodist Church parlors on Wednesday afternoon the Ladies Aid Society chose officers for the coming year. President Mrs. Gus P. Zilch. vice president Mrs. A. J. Bauer. second vice president Mrs. Jessie McLean. secretary Mrs. J. Egeland. treasurer Mrs. J. B. Kaser. Committees named for work, sick and flowers. plans to clean the church next week. The next meeting is in three weeks.
Amherst was admitted to the hospital on Wednesday with unspecified medical concerns. No additional details on condition or department are provided.
The Sunday School board of First Evangelical church will meet at the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Schmithkons. The Queen Esther class of the Methodist church will meet with Mrs. Grace Binting. Elyria avenue.
The First Evangelical church plans a homecoming marked by a financial project of 500 dollars. Committees are appointed to organize events for next month as the church observes its 939th anniversary.
Stone City Chapter of Eastern Stars met at the Masonic Hall for a regular session. A memorial service honored four members who died in the past year: Harry Teuszier, Harry Gillman, Robert Patterson, and Mrs. Mattie Sanders. A social hour followed with refreshments provided by a committee.
Members of the Brotherhood and St Evangelical and Reformed church along with the Men’s Bible class were guests of Mr and Mrs C J Ehrman at their cottage at Nakomis Park near Vermillion. A social hour followed by refreshments concluded the visit.
Mrs. Harry Nicholl and Mrs. James Nicholl hosted the Ladies Aid Society at the South Main Street home on Wednesday afternoon. Plans were made for a church party at the church September 20. The afternoon ended with social time and refreshments for 26 attendees.
Mrs Mary Edwards hosted a dessert bridge at Edwards Beauty Salon on Wednesday afternoon. Twelve tables competed in bridge with four tables judged for bunco high scores. top honors went to Mrs Caroline Kelch, followed by Mrs Paul Mori and Mrs Brumfield. Door prize awarded to Mrs.
James Henry reports at the Eastern District Four Square Convention in Cleveland. First prize in banco went to Mrs. Robert Short, second to Mrs. Moineth of Lorain, third to Mrs. Arthur Becker. A dessert course was served to 65 guests. Attendees included Rev Henry Marty Oscar Kling enmier Kary Sabiers and Con stance Kreeger. Sr and Mrs Ray Wilson visited Elyria Wednesday evening.
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