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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1933
Page
4
A New York youth surrendered a revolver he planned to use against the girl's father, offering a cautionary example as rash suitors and even spouses resort to violence. The piece urges examination of causes for such passion driven acts, from lack of discipline to media influence, calling for deep reflection and firm societal remedies.
A scientist argues housework can match golf tennis or swimming for fitness yet most women still prefer recreation. He notes similar physical effects but a distinct mental reaction. The piece argues the line between work and play is blurred and daily toil vs leisure shapes attitude.
Admiral Byrd announces a second Antarctic expedition with an airplane motor sleds tractors and 150 dogs to cover ten times as much area as before. He expects discoveries and extensive scientific data from private contributions supporting the voyage, with Byrd leading experienced explorers. The item reflects then current curiosity about exploration and public policy.
Discussion argues Mark’s gospel may be based on Pytur as scribe with Peter’s denial as a test of truth. It contrasts biblical writers revealing flaws with Christ’s faultlessness and declares divine inspiration shown in candid human weakness and Christ’s glory. The speaker praises Jesus and his perfect humanity.
A collage of light anecdotes on habits, ambition, farming, thrift, and daily life. Items touch on cigarette cures, marriages, a bookshop query, poultry sitters, burglar safety, and a Canadian safekeeping invention, with quips on auctions, body value, and kitchen fare.
A collection of clipped phrases and quirky headlines from Escondidi Times notes and jokes. It includes a sale line for a harp and humorous lines about marriage, doctors, elevators, hotels, and court-house sums. The tone mimics a late old time newspaper snippet page.
A compact column lists historical anniversaries and births. Notable figures include John Sevier, John England, William McGuffey, Victoria Martin, James Beckwith, Paul Jones naval victory, Earle L. Ovington, and several modern birthdays. Horoscope note hints at a melancholic influence affecting spiritual life.
A reader in Columbia Station criticizes rising state government costs, citing 1932 public debt of 3.8986 billion and nearly five million in interest, urging budget cuts. The letter praises Lorain County school board actions reducing the 1932–33 budget and questions local hiring practices while urging prudent spending and sanity in education policy.
A devotional reflection cites Jesus Christ’s two confessions, his calm self possession before Pilate and the high priest, and the impact of his silence. It links his firmness to Paul’s charge to Timothy and asks for divine calm for believers facing crushing opposition and death.
Globe Arizona reports the Lost Dutchman mine chase may have claimed its tenth victim. Tex Bradford, once an electrician in Globe, vanished nine months ago in the Superstition Mountains while seeking the famed mine. Earlier victims include Adolph Ruth, a Washington pensioner, found with a bullet hole years ago.
The county superintendent reports recommend hiring from outside the county with office backing, citing past cases where in mid-year hires proved unqualified despite emergency certificates. The writer argues such special service is costly and calls for tighter spending by school officials to protect taxpayers, urging scrutiny of who is hired and how funds are used.
Taken From Our Files reports a dry hole as Avon field attempts fade. Logan Gas Company plans to stop prospecting and repurpose the four discovered wells. Ohio Fuel Supply Company reportedly seeks to sell its district rights. In Lorain, a bond issue to finance an undercut at the Tenth Avenue railroad crossing failed, 458 for and 604 against, needing two-thirds.
Local dairymen expect another increase in milk price to nine cents a quart as producers push for 23 cents per gallon. The move follows a one cent rise last month to eight cents per quart. Bert Shotten, Lorain County star for the St. Louis Browns, rises in AL rankings with 128 games, 100 runs, 41 stolen bases, and a .295 batting mark.
Ten years ago, state officials faced a water shortage at the Grafton state farm bought for 100000 to support the Cleveland State Hospital. The facility aimed to produce produce for the hospital and employ patients, but the water problem may halt planned buildings. In the city, 1500 fans watched the I. T. team win the city championship yesterday.
A fall traffic forecast from the U S Bureau of Public Roads projects a 68 percent rise in Lorain County over the next decade. Lorain motorists facing license law enforcement will see a state inspector arrive to press compliance. The Northeast Ohio Methodist Conference endorses Herbert Hoover for president citing prohibition stance. Lorain to hear the utilities commission decision on the streetcar fare dispute between city and railroad.
George Drew, forced into retirement from the Chicago Great Western Railway due to blindness, became known as Clarion's mushroom king. Treated at Hines Veterans Hospital, he learned to cultivate mushrooms in dark damp rooms, creating a viable new business after leaving rail service.
Time and energy spent solving puzzles shows the strong impulse to achieve, pursued in many ways with no reward beyond success.
In this radio season the 1934 Philco line is highlighted with prices from 39.50 to 125 dollars for cabinet sets and 20 to 37.50 for small superheterodyne and Baby Grand models. The retailer touts long range reception including foreign stations, offers easy terms, and invites customers to view and hear the new sets. Also advertised are piano lessons, Sno-figke enamelware, stainless cutlery, gift items, hunting gear, and home electric appliances.
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