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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1922
Page
7
A thief seized Jack Lillys truck near Labrty cemetery and fled after being confronted by A Christensen. The vehicle, loaded with three bags of chickens, was found abandoned as the suspect escaped during a call to Sheriff Backus. Cause of the theft remains unclear.
The Colonial Theatre announces opening on September 23 1922 under managers V Wolcott and I W Chapman of Cleveland Ohio. Highlights include Grandi-Jaek Holt in When Ian Sleeps a dramatic feature with a strong plot and American-Frank Wave in Sought Blufing a lively comedy with engaging action. The management endorses the new program and adds Birth of a Race to the lineup.
George the Supreme Master of Magic comes to Rialto Theatre for three days starting Thursday Sept 23. The European illusionist brings a company of eighteen, including Mys dle Spencer, with exotic stage settings and feats claiming to touch unseen powers and reincarnation.
A projected feature hailed as the finest on the scene aims to captivate audiences with a grand historical narrative. Reportedly tied to prominent venues and figures, the film promises a sweeping view of past events and cultural moments.
The report lists several families visiting relatives across Birmingham Ridgeville Avon and South Anderson over a weekend. Names include Tred Berg Mire Mar Lattiman Dinet Hoehs Owilsa Teimvir Hearny Jonas Springer WoC Springer Chas Bhaldan Laurence Klingsaro Bert Franklin and John Frankns.
Local visitors and gatherings mark a quiet period with multiple exchanges of hospitality. Residents including Hollis Retchig, Wiss Wicker, and Alvah Beetard attended events at homes of friends and relatives, with several travel to Cleveland for weddings and social visits.
The report lists several visits and calls among residents. Mrs C LC MeIntire hosts guests while Mrs Hopps of Lorain calls on Mr and Mrs C E MeIntire. A cousin connection appears with Mrs Beese and Ethel Chambers visiting Mr Worris and others in Blyrta.
In Cincinnati on September 28 Sam Rutman, dubbed the lone bandit, faced ten robbery charges after confessing to eight hold ups. He represented himself in court before Judge Meredith Yeatman, who set a total bond of 250000 dollars, 25000 in each case, noting the large bond as the history of the city’s municipal court. Rutman, crippled in his right leg, bowed to the judge and returned to his cell.
In Oberlin on Sept 23 two Fairchild House students were robbed. The first floor rooms were easily entered and items stolen include a wrist watch a fountain pen a box of candy $170 in cash and a $70 bank draft. No clues have been discovered.
September 23 at 7 p.m. in the Meng Building marks the first tryouts for Ven’s Glee Club season 1922 23. First tenors and baritones are in demand and a two week tour will cover the middle west including southern Michigan Chicago and nearby Indiana and Southwestern Ohio.
Oberlin notes that United Church School will meet in James Brand Howie building with three grades in intermediate division. Anticipates Junior High plan after new high school completion within months. Courses include 7th grade Heroes of the Earth, 8th grade Life and Conduct, 9th grade The Life and Times of Jesus, and The Story of Our Bible. Social, recreational and service activities expected during the week.
Oberlin football squads will receive new suits Monday at Warner Gymnasium. The programs have long supplied students with their first taste of football and provided a path to coaching, though freshmen cannot play on the varsity.
Oberlin Sept 23 The WH MIS will meet in the church Wednesday afternoon at 2 30 o clock for the annual meeting and dues. High School department reception last Friday was a success and enrollment is larger than last year. About 75 freshmen have chosen the Methodist at church this year. Rally Day next Sunday introduces new courses in student and adult departments. Promotions and new pupils will be assigned in other departments. Full choir will be present and Professor Adams reports a good outlook for this year. Morning service at 11:00 o clock ends by 12:15.
Oberlin notices record a small uptick in college attendance as Mrs Neill hosts a Park Hotel gathering to plan a Halloween party and annual work. The Oberlin K of P invites La Grange K of P to visit October 4 and will bestow the Neckman Bible to Oberlin for achieving Ohio’s highest percentage of a hundred members or less.
Oberlin high school announces a ticket sale contest to benefit football, with the winner receiving a banner inscribed OC5 and class numerals. Senior officers named include President Conner Gunn, Vice President Norma Forman, Secretary and Treasurer William Hornet Jr, social chair Loty Peabody, with reporters Dorothy Jeffries and Dudley Mackenzie.
The Robinson and Hancock Co. advertises a stock of foot and basketball goods including shoes headgears and balls from $1.00 and up for boys.
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