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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1937

Page

8

19 Die In Ohio Auto Accidents

United Press reports a weekend of head on and other crashes across Ohio killed at least 19 people. Victims include Reuben Cross and family near Eaton, Jamey Raby and relatives near Shelby, and numerous others in Millbury Toledo readings and Cincinnati incidents. The toll spans multiple counties and states with injuries reported in several cases.

United Press Ohio Fairhaven Eaton Reuben Cross Hertha Velma Raby Jamey Raby Earl Trey Maury Shelby Lorenzo Kelloy Millbury Ann Dina Ona Shlopkins Donald Blusser Harry Shaw van Wert Albert Sage Piqua Reading Laura Smith Barrett Cincinnati la Grange George Coffee Columbus Christina Coffee Mahlon Bretz Cleveland

Boundary Set For 2 Phone Companies

COLUMBUS Sept 20 The State Public Utilities Commission ordered Wellington Telephone Co to observe definite designated service areas. Northern Ohio Telephone Co had filed a complaint alleging invasion of their service area.

Columbus Wellington Telephone Co State Public Utilities Commission Northern Ohio Telephone Co Wellington Company

British and German Envoys React to Japanese Warning

The British embassy staff debated staying as 59 British residents were warned and told to arrange for themselves. The German embassy convened a meeting of over 100 Germans to discuss action as Japanese planes raided Nanking twice this morning after two brutal raids yesterday. Analysts expect Japan to mobilize 200 to 300 planes for the initial bombing campaign tomorrow.

Nanking

Prosecutor Studies $42 Million Gas Suit Action

Franklin County Prosecutor Ralph J. Bartlent said he would ask City Attorney John L. Davies to discuss phases of Davies' $72 million damage suit against Columbia Gas and Electric Co and associates for allegedly adulterating gas sold to Uhip cous. The suit, filed Saturday, claims inert gases were mixed with natural gas between 1987 and 1987. Treble damages could triple the amount if found guilty.

Franklin County Ralph J. Bartlent John L. Davies Davies Columbia Gas and Electric Co Columbia Bartlett Corinne Dus Abbo Torney

Europe Faces Looming Risks As Nations Propose Disarmament Talks

The article reports Eden warning that non intervention limits in the Spanish Civil War must be upheld to avoid broader European danger. It notes proposals from Germany on colonial tariff reductions and arms control, while Spain’s council candidacy fails to secure a two thirds vote, triggering nationalist jubilation.

Italy Germany Eden Europe Spain Council Assembly Coud Jeague

Elyria Corps Penalized In Legion Drum Corps Contest

In a Legion drum corps competition Elyrian received minus 33 2 penalties at inspection for wearing old uniforms. Marine officers judged the event noting worn brass frayed braid and stains. Elyria lost to corps wearing new uniforms despite strong performance. Other corps at the event included teams from Ford Conn and Morton with high marks. The field showcased sponsored junior corps and professional coaching signaling ongoing growth in youth bands.

Elyrian Cadeure Elyrians Legion Elyria Corps Elyria Ely Spick and Spa Range Corps Ford Conn Mort Aerts Peeriegy Mondes Beye Grniag Ceganmere Gether Philatelphia Searelsers Taree Legion Con

Young People's League meets for devotion and travel plans

The Young People's League of St Paul's church held a devotional meeting led by leader Willwin Fox with prayer by Rev. Erustorian and scripture by Marisa Pallas. Discussions on Making Myself Good Company featured several members and three visitors attended. A parish schedule notes Platmed for Tuesday at 7:15 and Pars planned to meet at the church. Elyria Commandery No 60 Kaishts Ter hosts seventh district council at Graystone Hotel Thursday Sept 23 with dinner before. The council covers Cleveland, Lorain, Wooster and Elyria commanderies, represented by five officers each. Leonard Kuss and others serve as local representatives.

Young People’s League of Elyria Kaishts Ter Graystone Severr Cleveland Lorain Wooster Leonard Kuss Stanley C. Smith Ray Vestal Walter S. Kohn Ed Notley

Licenses Listed For Multiple Local Residents In Ohio

A list of license entries shows numerous Ohio residents including Cornelius P Blackman a 21 year old airline radio technician from Pittsburgh and Virginia R Greene 21 from Brighton township along with pairs such as John Oleksa 25 Lorain a press inspector and Betty Mandoki 22 and other couples and individuals from Elyria Mansfield Lorain and surrounding areas. The document names ages occupations and towns for each person listed.

Cornelius P. Blackman Pittsburgh Virginia R. Greene Brighton Township William Schoemis Amherst Neat Ruth Pillivant Ooerlin John Oleksa Lorain Betty Mandoki Paul Johnston Mansfield Margie Rusbin Middle Avenue Elton Lowery Elyria Buffer Mary Chapler Carlsle Jack Houser Betty Buchanan Orain Walter Henry Miller Cleveland Naomi Elizabeth Wasbhiburn la Grange Henry Peter Rogalski Loyaln Mildred Brush Loraiz Ray Mitchell Coon Helen Parsch Lodi Street Edward DeHisante Erika Schweiger Elyria Township

Oberlin Community Notes election results and upcoming events

The Youth Fellowship of Oberlin First Church elected new officers including Leon Bohrers and Marybeth Hartson. A Bible Knowledge contest was led by Clark M. Cochran. Several clubs and auxiliaries announced meetings and guest speakers with activities through September and October. Local educators introduced changes as Robert L. Baird resigns to take a Michigan post.

Oberlin The First Church Am Oberlin Tue @Welowk James Brand

Hospital Admissions and Discharges Seen Across Counties

List shows multiple admissions and discharges by name and place including Mrs. John Schuster Griswold road Mrs. Minnie Barnknecht 326 Princeton Mrs. John Burke Wellington Mrs. Ivan Nurse Gary Indiana Mrs. Virgil Crouthers Valley City Walter Breton Ridgeville Mrs. Ross Edmonds Lakewood John Ruth Eldred Lorain Wayne Pearce Wellington Mrs Anna Krieg Henrietta Mary Thomas Kipton Alfred Mitchell Jeromesville Angeline Orzywinski Oberlin Mrs Paul Barkes Ridgeville Mrs Walter Breton Ridgeville Mary Thomas Kipton Mrs Ross Edmonds Lakewood Mrs Ernest Gross 437 Kenyon John Ruth Eldred Loraini Mrs Paul Fujka Trondale George Hofman 135 Marseilles Mrs Edward Priondie Jack Turkas US West street Avon Ferrel Ruble

John Schuster Griswold Road Albert Taylor Ashtabula Minnie Barbknecht Princeton John Burke Wellington Ivan Nurse Gary Indiana Virgil Crouthers Valley City Walter Breton Ridgeville Ross Edmonds Lakewood John Ruth Eldred Lorain Wayne Pearce Anna Krieg Henrietta Mary Thomas Kipton Alfred Trondale George Hofman Marseilles Edward Priondie R DD Jack Turkas US West Street Ferrel Ruble Avon

Unknown Soldier Tomb Ceremony By Hlyria Group

The Hlyria Group conducted a tomb ceremony at Washington with a wreath laid on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The drum corps marched, a guard kept visitors back, and Tom Welsh placed a wreath donated by Howard Van Arsdale of Cleveland Road as the corps played Taps under William Hruby.

Hlyria Washington Tom Welsh Howard van Arsdale Cleveland Road William Hruhy

Early Crippled Children Work Forges National Movement

The article profiles founder Allen, heretofore unpaid for 14 years, who built Elyria Memorial Hospital to a modern $550,909 institution. He pioneered the crippled child movement, starting Gates Hospital for Crippled Children in 1915, organizing state and international societies, with Rotary and Rotary clubs backing the cause. Allen, married Blanche Wood, raised a family, and shaped a global effort aiding crippled children.

Elyria Memorial Hospital Allen Jimmy Chrysler Motor Corporation Crippled Child Movement Lorain County Gates Hospital W. XN. Gates George Stevens Ohio Ohio Society For Crippled Children Cleveland Rotary Clubs Toledo Elyria International Society For Crippled Children Rotary International Mr. Alten Blanche Wood New London Homer Allen

Allen-Sherman Huff Co. heads face bereavement notices

The Philadelphia based Allen-Sherman Huff Co. announced the death of Mrs. Allen two years after the passing of her husband, Frank B. Allen, who served as company president.

Frank B. Allen Allen-Sherman Huff Co Philadelphia Allen

Oberlin Graduates Going To Hankow

Oberlin three student representatives from Shansi School depart for Hankow following Shan si Memorial Association guidance. John Hamlin Albion NY Miss Josephine Hamilton Greenfield MA Herbert Vin Meter Moline IL head Raymond Moyer Oberlin 1921 remains at Taiku. Miss Charlotte Tinker last heard from Peiping. plans awaited.

Oberlin Oberlin College Shansi Hankow Chita W. F. Bohn John Hamlin Albion New York Josephine Hamilton Greenfield Mass Herbert Vin Meter Moline Ill Shansi Memorial Association Bohn Raymond Tr. Moyer Agriculture Department Taiku China Charlotte Tinker New York City Peiping

Church Decor nearing completion and rededication details

The Church of Christ auditorium decorating and refinishing is near completion. Minister Wil J. Foster announced a rededication service this Sunday October 10 with James M. Cook of Cleveland as guest preacher. Dr Cook serves as secretary of the Disciples of Christ in Ohio. Interior completion will occur this week in time for the Essexie School Rally Day next Sunday.

Church of Christ Wil J. Foster James M. Cook Cleveland Dr. Cook Disciples of Christ Ohio

Two Plead Guilty To Indictments Before Judge Cook

Two more pleas entered before Judge D A L Cook as grand jury indictments walk through Lorala and Elyria. William Brown admitted carrying concealed weapons and faces Saturday sentencing. Alvin Sanders pleaded guilty to taking a car owned by Leo R Meyer Motor Co and seeks probation with a hearing set Wednesday. Alex Connett’s trial for criminal assault against a 12 year old girl began today before the same judge.

Entty Wees D. AL Cook Tapt Willam Brown Lorala Alvin Sanders Elyria Leo R. Meyer Motor Company Cook Alex Connett Loraimoon

Deaths of Albert P Worthington and John Chester Wood

Albert Platt Worthington died in Los Angeles California on September 17 and funeral services were held at Forest Lawn Glendale. He leaves Grace M Worthington two daughters and two sons, plus siblings. John Chester Wood 38 formerly of Elyria died at Good Samaritan Hospital Sandusky. He leaves two daughters his mother and a brother. Funeral from St Patrick church Sandusky at 9:00 am Wednesday, burial in St Marys cemetery Elyria.

Albert Platt Worthington Los Angeles California Forest Lawn Glendale Worthington Brownhelm Grace HM Worthington Walter B. Cox John EB. Bryant Jr Albert P. Worthington Jr Ted Worthington Theodore A John Chester Wood Elyria Good Samaritan Hospital Sandusky Eileen Donna Mune Wood M. L. Wood Dilford Wood St. Patrick's Church St. Mary's Cemetery

Amherst Man Fined On Traffic Charge

E. B. Handsen of Amherst was fined 2 pounds and costs after being arraigned before Justice Preston Coon by deputy sheriffs on a speeding through a school zone on Telegraph road.

E. B. Handsen Amherst Preston Coon Telegraph Road

Court action and injuries span Lorain and Chicago

Charles C Johnson seeks divorce from Clara C Johnson citing frequent theft from his pockets and alleged neglect and cruelty since their 1911 marriage. Susie Besh sues Alex Nagy for 500 personal injuries after a July 26 dog bite. Coast guardsmen rescued 13 sailors from the motor barge C E Redfern five minutes before it sank off Frankfort Michigan near Chicago headquarters.

Charles C. Johnson Lorain Fui Clara C. Johnson Susie Besh Alex Nagy Chicago UE — Coast

State distributes funds to Lorain County schools

Lorain County schools receive 171126.91 in state funds as part of an 11.2 million statewide distribution. Amherst Village leads local allocations with 6205.07, Avon Lake Village 2595.70, and Lorain public schools total 65553.50. Elyria, Oberlin, and other districts listed receive designated shares as Supt. C. A. Gibbens announces.

Guy Lorain County C. A. Gibbens Gibbens Amherst Village Avon Lake Village Avon Village Brighton Township Brownhelm Camden Township Carlisle Township Clearview Coluubia East Carlisle Eaton Township Elyria Grafton Township Grafton Henrietta Huntington Township LaGrange Penfield Pittsfield Ridgeville Rochester Sheffield Lake South Amherst Wellington Tyall Oberlin Lorain

Believes Wife Dead In Kidnaping Case

William Parsons of New York testified that he believes his wife, who vanished from their Long Island home on June 9, was killed by kidnapers. He expressed his conviction today in court, asserting she is dead.

New York William Parsons Long Island

Prison Break Raid Wounds Captain During San Quentin Assault

Captain William J. Ryan, 53, wounded in the legs, led a guard in subduing seven convicts who raided his office at San Quentin. Prison officials including Chairman T. H. Harvey and Warden Court Smith arrived for the inquiry as attackers brandished improvised wooden guts, a sharpened nail, and a 16 inch iron bludgeon.

William J. Ryan T. H. Harvey Bakers- Held Otis Babcock Court Smith Sam Quentin

Poultry and produce prices from Cleveland market ad

A fragmented 19th century ad lists poultry and produce items with weights and prices. It mentions hens, heavy tea, leghorns, small legs, and various eggs and baked goods, noting figures like 81.25 dollars and 4.20a in an unclear sale context.

Cleveland Proglce Butpcr Star Drew Jersty

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