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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1938

Page

9

Five Youths Given Provisional Probations

Five Lorain youths aged 16 to 22 were placed on provisional probation by Probate and Juvenile Judge H. H. Nye after hearings on July charges arising from a car crash on Broadway that seriously injured 72 year old Dave Hart, a former Lorain city firefighter. They must reimburse Hart’s medical expenses totaling $350 so far, with more to come, and report to Juvenile Officer Carl Curtis twice monthly. The driver was the 16 year old. authorities reported drinking prior to the crash and that the youths did not stop at the scene.

Lorain H. H. Nye Dave Hart Lorain City Broadway Hart Carl Curtis Curtis

County Fair Faces Small Deficit This Year

Lorain County Fair expects total receipts of 7340 with obligations near 7321 after partial disbursements. Secretary R. J. Agate notes 4952 paid admissions at the gate and 4556 grand stand admissions plus 402 auto fees, while awaiting rent and outstanding receipts to balance expenses.

Lorain County R. J. Agate Agate Fair Board Coll

Promote Use of Ohio Apples urged by institute official

Lorain County apple growers were urged to back the Ohio Apple Institute program to promote Ohio grown apples. Dale Hill Bish requested cooperation at the county fruit extension committee meeting at the Elvira Y MG A. The institute plans an extensive campaign this year with store display cards showing apple varieties and seasons.

Lorain County Dale Hillbish Ohio Apple Institute County Fruit Extension Elvira Y. MG. A Ghia Institute Iute Loraino Rite Cir

Fined $50 And Costs By Mayor Petro

W H Green of R D 4 Wellington was fined $50 and costs and his driving privileges in Elyria suspended for six months after arraignment before Mayor Joseph Q Petro on a charge of driving while under the influence. He was arrested on Huron street at 4 15 A M today by Patrolmen H J Indicati and R Schwartz.

W.H. Green R. D Wellington Elyria Joseph Q Petro Huron Street H. J. Indicati Robert Schwartz

Court suits filed in Lorain include injury and real estate actions

In Lorain today Jack Brown of Oxford Miami University filed a $50,000 personal injury suit against The Monarse Mater Freight System Inc for injuries from a State Route 27 collision on October 9. Mary Berres seeks $2,942 in a foreclosure related real estate contract case. Two vehicle crash reports cite damages to cars driven by William Willisop and Wayne Gunselman. County commissioners report tentative bridge construction settlements with four of six affected property owners including Justine Vaughn Ohio Edison Clayton and Catherine LaBar and F H Geiger.

Jack Brown Lorain Miami University Oxford Monarse Mater Freight System, Inc Colerain Pike Hamilton County Gorton James Mary Berres Richard E. McDermott Elyria William C. Willsop Lakewood Wayne Gunselman Fairview Village Lake Road Elmer Peterson Michael Buizomi Erie Avenue Loraini Justine’ Vaughn Ohio Edisons Company Clayton Catherine LaBar F. H.‘ Geiger

Czechs Move Toward New National Unity Under Military Leaders

Crowds gather around Prague palace amid calls for arms as factories halt weapons production. President Benes’s palace area sees firemen aiding soldiers while a shift toward a national government takes shape. Gen Jan Syrovy looms as potential strongman of a virtual military dictatorship with Gen Ludvik Kreesi as a cabinet member. The old cabinet remains in place.

Prague Benes Orive Czechoslovakia Bretain France Germany Jan Syrovy Ludvik Kreesi

Peace and Czechoslovakia Contingent Demobilization Debate

Report notes a plan for a 1.5 million contingent demobilization from Czechoslovakia amid talks for peace. A joint appeal by Hitler and allies urges restraint while negotiations proceed. Key figures include Sir Horace Wilson and William Strang as central advisers in central Europe policy.

Cohashn Hitler Czechoslovakia Chamberlain Horace Wilson William Strang Foreign Office Central Europe William Malkin Humphreys-Davies

Cheerleaders To Have New Uniforms At Game

Elyria High School cheerleaders debut new uniforms at the Ely and dusky football game tomorrow night. Advisor Miss Alice Stofer says the outfits feature red and white school colors with red whipcord trousers white stripes red sweaters and white shoes and coats. A separate note mentions Czechoslovakia’s coal and iron resources.

Elyria High School Elyandusky Sandusky Alice Stofer

Noted Evangelist at Second Baptist Church

Rev. Mrs Katherine Wheeler of Oberlin Ohio will preach and sing at Second Baptist Church West 16th Street Friday evening Sept 2 at 8. The Wheeler revival has led churches in major cities. The Gospel Four Quartet will perform several selections. Program sponsored by the church Men’s Club led by Captain Mrs C O Stewart.

Katherine Wheeler Oberlin Ohio Second Baptist Church West 16Th Street Wheeler Kirger Gospel Four C. O. Stewart

Planning Commission Reviews Appeals On Building and Zoning

The city planning commission will meet at 4 p m tomorrow to hear Mrs J H Elkins appeal to build a dwelling on Stanford avenue near Sherman street requesting three feet of addition to her lot. Kenneth Barclay reports current rules require five feet. Also under consideration are Joshua and Mary Lickerish petition to change a lot on Olive street to industrial use and a zoning change from Class B residence to commercial on a West River street block near Filbert Street demanded by Irene Gerea owner of a nearby restaurant.

City Planing Commission J. H. Elkins Stanford Avenue Sherman Street Kenneth Barclay Planning Commission Joshua Mary Lickerish Olive Street West River Street Filbert Street Irene Gerea

Trial Postponed in Chester Hoffmer Case

The trial at Chester Hoffmer on 7 Dott Street was postponed. Hoffmer, arrested about a week ago on a charge of driving wholly under the influence of alcohol, was to be tried today but rescheduled for next Tuesday. Ice Chief E. J. Stankard was at the scene.

Chester Hoffmer Dott Sligo E. J. Stankard R

Not A Fire Call In 10 Days Here

Elyria firemen plan training for Fire Prevention Week as a ten day quiet spell continues. The last call was September 12, and fires in the area usually arrive later, so the department expects calls at any time.

Elyria

Former Elyrian leader Orson Pettijohn dies in Akron

Orson Pettijohn, a former Elyria resident and organizer of the Major Woodworth Camp of the United Spanish War Veterans, died yesterday in Akron. He lived in Elyria for years and was advertising manager of the Elyria Reporter before moving to Akron five years ago. A Late American War veteran, he helped organize the Spanish War Veterans camp in 1908 and was a guest of honor at a local camp anniversary last year. He is survived by a sister in Akron.

Orson Pettijohn Woodworth United Spanish War Veterans Akron Corbett Southam Petijoha Elyria Elyria Reporter

Markets Chicago Cash Prices Reported

The listing details fresh produce prices from a Chicago market including broccoli cauliflower celery cabbage corn cucumbers and dill with per basket per dozen and per pound figures. Prices show outdoor grown produce with varied sizes and quantities and emphasize selection and packaging options for buyers.

Market meat and produce prices from an early edition

The page lists mixed market notes with fluctuating prices for produce and meats. References to apples, onions, lamb, beef cuts, bologna, and various weights appear alongside allocations and market commentary on demand, with general notes of a steady or slower market.

Death notices and funeral rites for local residents

Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Fetterman of New London will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the First M. Church. Burial in Grove Street Cemetery. Survived by husband George, son Ray of Mansfield, granddaughter, brother Frank Coleman, sister Mrs. Rushes Hileman. Joseph L. Conrad of Avon dies at 63. survived by wife Elizabeth, three sisters, and sister-in-law. Funeral Saturday at St. Mary's Avon. burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. Mrs. Harriet Weaver of Elyria dies after five days illness at 113 Lomis Court. born in Sue Creek Pa. Aug 4, 1904. Five daughters and two sons survive. funeral arrangements through Taylor Funeral Home. Guy S. Nichols, 66, of 117 Ge street, drayman, dies of heart trouble. daughter Mrs. M. Po Bees of Elyria and brother J of La Grange survive. arrangements at Nichols Funeral Home.

Emma Fetterman New London Emme Fetterman M. Or W. H. Mitchell Grove Street Cemetery George Ray Mansfield Frank Coleman Rushes Hileman New Lonon Josepn LL. Conrad Mills R Avon Lakewood Ar. Conrad Avon St. Mary‘s Church Harriet Weaver Lomiscourt Gutus Hirs. Weaver Franklin, Penns Taylor Funeral R. W Ova Ohio Guy Nichols C. J. Wright Hattie Parsons Woodland Avenue Portland Mich Pythian Sister Temple K. P. Hall Hattie Ives Katherine Ammenhauser Whiteamiy Pittsfield Olive Whitney Lewis Ives South Co Avenue St. Peterburg Florida Ammenhauser W. D. Cairns Jane Parson Dorothy Phelps Vine Street New York City Frank Sheridan Robert Wheeler Santa Monica Perry Wheeler North Cedar Avenue

Chief Of Army Air Corps And Mechanic Killed In Crash

The chief of the Army Air Corps and a mechanic died when their plane entered a power dive traveling about 150 mph. Investigators noted ignition was off and unclear who piloted. Westover, who served as chief 1931 to 1935, is among those identified in the inquiry.

Army Air Corps Burrs Ask Cal Army Boards of Inquiry Cir Chanic Denver Westover Sam Hymes Bolling

Ten Bandits Loot Marseille Train For 168 Gold Bars

Bulletin from Marseille reports that ten bandits raided the Marseille Avignon freight train near St Barthelemy, seizing 168 gold bars valued at $1,890,000 and threatening crew with revolvers. an express agent attempted to draw his weapon and was shot.

Marseilles France Marseilles-Avignon St Barthelemy

State Tax Division Grinds 5 Judgments Across Vendors and Consumers

The retail sales tax division of the state tax commission issued five judgments today against vendors and consumers under a new tax statute. Names include Davis of West Side Cafe for 2872 dollars, Phil White of Elyria for Schnee, Stull of Lorain 27.61, Charles Burk of Lersuin 23, and Dick Carey and BL Allen 73.71. None filed petitions for hearing within the 15 day limit. Assessments followed audits by sales tax examiners.

State Tax Commission Tve Davis West Side Phil White Ib Bast Avenue Elyria Slosethirelt Stull Lorain Charles Burk Lersuin Dick Carey BL Allen Sdles

Unclear OCR: County Jail Riot Ends in Stampede

Fragmented text reports a disturbance near a county jail with riot squads present. A ground collapse at a ground event caused panic and a stampede with multiple injuries. Communications failures hindered police action and responses varied by location.

Witter Springhebl Suringhelé Astern Sistes Expositor Ming Four Amiteur Amuis Jefter Apa

Trench Shelter Aid Effort Relies on Agencies

Stricken areas rely on local and federal agencies and state authorities cooperating to prepare shelters and support efforts. The fragmented text notes mention preparations, public facilities, and regulatory actions as part of a broader relief response.

Mifcuds Cupperuin Audivarh Publi Lical Whleeswither Cross Rees Clin Hy

Chamberlain Arrives, Worn by Humble Welcome

Three small cars carry Chamberlain's party through the route as crowds strained for a glimpse. Only a few shouted Heil when the procession passed, while Chamberlain appeared tired, drawn, and gray as he entered the hotel after a long day on the road.

Chamberlain Heil

Oberlin Community Notes At Oberlin Methodist Conference

Oberlin notes report Rev. Lee Whiteman reappointed at the Oberlin Methodist church and Rev. Vernon Wade Wagar named Norwalk District superintendent after a Cleveland conference. Ohio may become a separate area under Bishop H Lester Smith. WPA labor funds boosted street projects past six figures.-Europe trip highlights for Robert and Mrs. Rogers. local visits and Pythian Sister Temple meeting postponed. Several residents travel or relocate and others return from trips or visits.

Oberlin Lee Whitemin Oberlin Methodist Church Northeast Ohio Cleveland Vernon Wade Wagar Norwalk Ohio H. Lester Smith Kentucky

Oberlin Grange To Serve Public Supper

Oberlin Grange met Tuesday with 25 in attendance. A public supper is planned for the Window Fair on Saturday evening October 1st. Committee picks Anna Berg James Laurie Hazel Berg to staff the supper. Mrs J Crosby won attendance honors and social committee plans refreshment duties amid notes on annual inspection.

Oberlin Grange James R. Worcester Anna Berg James Laurie Hazel Berg Cat Drumm Theodore Manne Laurie

Oberlin Plans Resurfacing Of Six Streets

A formal order authorizes immediate resurfacing of six Oberlin streets. Work will improve road surfaces and align with local infrastructure plans. Officials say the project targets pedestrian safety and traffic flow enhancements across designated blocks.

Sudeten Forces Begin Withdrawals Amid Tense Czech Crisis

Reports say troops started pulling back from the Sudeten area as tensions rise. German officials warned that Jewish residents face no further forced movement, while observers note the Czech withdrawal reduces immediate risk of wider conflict.

Policy Slips Found In Automobile Report

Memphis Wiggins of Geneva Ohio was stopped by Squad Patrolmen Bangs and Kenneth Martin on Cleveland Street today. They searched his car and recovered policy slips.

Memphis Wiggins Geneva O Bangs Kenneth Martin Ar & m Cleveland Street

Wiggins Faces City Hearing Over Gambling Paraphernalia

Police report that Wiggins was found in possession of what officials claim are policy slips. He is to be tied before Mayor Joseph Q. Petre this afternoon in a city hearing on possession gambling paraphernalia.

Wiggins Joseph Q. Petre

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