Almanacs Through Lorain County History
The Lorain County Historical Society preserves a broad almanac collection from 1824 to 1854 plus scattered later volumes. Almanacs, rivaling the Bible in home reading, offered calendars, weather notes, and moral wisdom. Some included astronomy, lunar cycles, and practical farming tips, while others served religious or advertising purposes, reflecting the era's varied printing ventures.
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Square Dancing Pulse In Elyria Area Sparks Calls
A look at Elyria area square dancing shows varied activity with concerns about overload. Local clubs like Beaux, Strongsville Town Hall, and others in Cleveland area host sessions led by Pavlik and Biltz, amid workshops and weekly events to sustain long term interest.
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Youth Council Elects Officers at Sheffield Lake
Newly elected officers of the First Baptist Church of Sheffield Lake include Barbara Jones as president and Marilyn Kristoff as secretary. Committee members cover programs refreshments devotions and more with a Sept 25 fellowship theme Knowledge and Fun Ahead. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. All area youths invited. Pie and Cokes to be served. Sunday school convention set Oct 5–6 at the church with George Fletcher Bob Kilgore George Stewart Dr Fred Hubbas as speakers. Committee chairs listed. Revival services continue at Harris Rd Church with Rev Wendell Belew of Atlanta leading.
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Barbara Jones
Marilyn
Co. Kristoff
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Mary Jones
Glenna Pepper
Virginia Sowers
Margaret Pelfrey
Robert Kristoff
Kay Pepper
Steam fading in France by 1970 parlor of progress
By 1970 steam locomotives will be extinct in France. The railway fleet this year includes electric locomotives valued at 526 million dollars and diesel units worth 34 million dollars, signaling a shift to modern traction.
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Dag Hammarskjold Memorial Stamp first day sale planned
Plans for a Dag Hammarskjold Memorial Stamp place the first day sale on Oct 23 in New York City to align nationwide distribution with United Nations Day on Oct 24. The 160 page catalogue lists stamps, first day covers, revenues and more, priced at 25 cents.
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American Topical Association
Seven Simple Facts About Public Education Costs
Dr. Robert E. Wilson answers readers questions on school bond issues and levies. He outlines seven facts driving rising education costs including birth rates, inflation, quality needs, local state and federal tax shares, and potential savings. He invites further questions to be answered in the column.
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