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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1928
Page
9
City officials in Tokyo plan to set aside a substitute for the standard square tipped oar, opting for an elliptical spoon shaped paddle. The move aims to test efficiency and balance for rowing crews, prompting varied reactions from teams and coaches.
Miss Nettie West spent the week end at the home of her cousin Mrs. Detla Davis Waterman in Madison Ohio. The party Wednesday evening was held at the residence of Me and Mrs Archie Preston in Oberlin.
An experimental electric ground cable system designed by Professor Loth guides aircraft by detecting a subterranean electrical current, potentially allowing pilots to navigate from Le Bourget across the Atlantic. Tests began in the British Channel and off the Atlantic coast, with claims the system could direct planes up to 10 miles away at 5,000 feet. Commercial use could include Europe to South America mail service.
Pittsfield notes a Sunday luncheon visit by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Rowell of Cleveland and other local social calls. Neighbors and relatives from Oberlin Elyria North Russia Milan and Hinsdale attend gatherings. The piece records a funeral for Cilston Hammer and a rural church service with sixty five representatives.
Rev. William Smith of the Commu Church in Pittsfeld delivered an able sermon. Rev. M Weaver of the M and church offered a good prayer as Pittsfield’s part of a worthy service. The union service was enjoyed and a future township gathering is hoped for. Mr and Mrs William Preston, Ernie Preston, Mr and Mrs Leslie Preston and children attended.
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