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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1927
Page
8
A writer abroad laments Americans who praise the good old U S A while abroad and then attack U S institutions upon return. He argues true appreciation comes from living at home among liberty and opportunity, not criticizing from distant shores.
The National Civic Federation probes why 40 million eligible voters did not vote and finds answers vague. It plans practical citizenship committees, school contests on the constitution, and broader adult outreach to curb apathy. Some punishments are suggested but a better ballot system and shorter ballots are favored. A nonpartisan convention will meet next autumn to discuss issues.
This piece argues war is monstrous yet accidents due to carelessness kill more. It urges safety campaigns and personal responsibility, noting progress exists but not enough. It calls every man, woman and child to treat accident prevention as a daily duty to reduce deaths.
Yesterday's anniversaries list notable births and deaths with dates and places, noting Sir Edward W. Watkin of Manchester and Levi Ives, plus historical events from 1845 to 1896. Today's birthdays include Major Gen. Hugh L. Scott, Henry A. Bellows, Arthur Stanley Pease, and Andre Tardieu with birthplaces and ages.
Fort Wayne diocese marks 70 years today while anniversaries honor Gen John G Parke, a Union commander, and Peter Turney, Confederate soldier and Tennessee governor. A centenary note recalls Joseph Smith's 19th century Bank of Mormon plates discovery. A record crowd is expected at Soldier Field for a boxing event.
J Ogden Armour’s sudden demise follows a period of reverses that leaves an estate valued at about 3 900 000 dollars. The will and the will's provisions are being read as heirs and creditors prepare for settlement.
The piece argues any bread can aid weight loss if calories are controlled, favors bran rich bread to ease constipation, and shares a washed bran recipe with cookies and bread. It notes carbohydrates fuel fat burning and provides calorie counts for the suggested recipes, offering to send more instructions for 19 cents.
Jack Dempsey arrives in Chicago tonight aiming to reclaim the heavyweight championship from Gene Tunney in a high stakes title clash.
A brief biblical excerpt urges accepting instruction over wealth and cherishing wisdom above gold. It emphasizes fearing the Lord, detesting pride, arrogance, and evil conduct, and condemns a forward mouth.
A confessional verse in which the speaker boasts of charm and dancing skill, claiming to captivate men and reveal subtle tactics to gain attention. The piece notes that interest from rivals does not deter her, and she enjoys causing embarrassment among admirers.
A quoted line from a 1927 Renubie Syndicate production asks about the mystery of influence over male audiences. The fragment hints at dramatic tension and character psychology in early cinema storytelling.
Harry Fe Hull, Commissioner General of Immigration since 1925, seeks liberalization of rules to allow entry of parents of American citizens barred under current law. A Iowa native, he served four terms in Congress and held roles in Williamsburg including alderman mayor and postmaster. He urges revision as an act of mercy.
New Zealand ships up to five million frozen rabbits and eight million skins annually with an estimated total of 200 600 000 skins sold. The majority of these exports are destined for America.
Captain Emory Land outlines rapid naval air progress including training planes rivaling world standards and an observation plane the Corsair based on the Wasp engine. He notes four world records set by the O2 Ue and two shipboard battle planes, with production underway to meet emergency needs and maintain ongoing innovation.
Richart Merrick of New London and Mrs Nellie Booth of Carlisle visited Mr and Mrs D W Carpenter in Eaton. The Grange contest for new members ended in a tie and members will hold a wiener roast in the Davis woods Tuesday evening. Miss Helen Dawley and friends are mentioned in the report.
The column records multiple visits among Cleve land residents visiting relatives in Bancroft Lansing and Detroit plus Elyria Columbia and Cleveland. It notes a PTA meeting to be held October 4 and mentions a Washington trip and other weekend hospitality across Vermilion Paris Berea and Elyria.
Prayer meeting to be held at the home of Mr and Mrs Carl Tite. Miss La Verne Durkee begins work at Cleveland Normal College in Cleveland Ohio. Daphne Lowe heads to Mount Sinai hospital in Cleveland for nurse training. Ralph Lowe to study radio telegraphy in Chicago. Mrs Burton Ross hosts Sunday school class gathering with 24 members and five guests including Mr and Mrs James Hamilton from Elyria.
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