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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1933
Page
5
The Lorain County wheat adjustment program drew to a close as signers were counted. About five percent of county producers were estimated to join, with many applications still held by township committees. Some farmers who reduced acreage could not join, awaiting possible future inclusion if the program runs two years.
Urbana report states Congressman Charles V. Truax submitted a plan to President Roosevelt through the Farmers' National Union. The plan calls for a national foreclosure moratorium, government purchase of foreclosed productive farms, a long debt redemption period, exchange of repossessed farms with equal acreage, and financing with a new 3 billion dollar currency. It aims to free frozen bank money and spur credit, with support for minimum farm price levels and licensing of grain handlers.
Sept 26 Charles Christman 29 engine inspector for the Toledo and Ohio Central Railroad was found crushed to death in the Oak street yards last night, apparently run over by a train while on duty. Christman lived with his sister Mrs Florence Warner in Toledo though his home was in Bucyrus Ohio where his wife Ruth resides.
Mrs Margaret Orffner aged 9 died here Monday after a month's illness. Funeral arrangements will be announced by local authorities.
William Kunitz was arraigned this morning on intoxication charges and pled not guilty. Mayor W H Van Oster will hear the case this afternoon. Police also hosted a 17 year old girl from Cadillac Michigan who was brought to the station by a woman claiming the girl hitchhiked to Elyria to find an uncle believed to live there. Authorities are keeping the girl at headquarters pending contact with her parents.
Mrs John Litz aged 76 died at her North Ridge home in Vincent at 5 20 am after two weeks of illness. Born Mary White in Holidaysburg Pennsylvania she was preceded in death by her husband. Survived by daughters Mrs Harvey Mahan and Mrs Nick Hartman of Vincent and sons John Thomas Earl and Charles with relatives from LoRaine Johnstown and Pennsylvania. Funeral arrangements incomplete.
In Akron on September 26 two men attempted a holdup targeting Miss Pearl Chipps 28 and her escort Earl Broadwater. Broadwater was knocked down, Miss Chipps shot in the ankle, and the couple were taken by the bandits who wrecked Broadwater’s car before police arrested them.
The National Recovery Administration program for the nation and its Elyria application will be the topic at the Yindus Club meeting at the YMCA tonight. Earl D. Bacon, secretary of the Elyria Chamber of Commerce, will speak and, with C B Smythe, president of the Chamber, will answer members questions after the talk. The meeting, the second of the 1933 34 season, is scheduled for tonight.
The Lorain County Plumbing and Heating Association will hold a 7 30 p m meeting at the Hotel Antlers radio room in Lorain to discuss the NRA code for the plumbing and heating industry. Secretary Thomas McGeachie announced the event.
In the Kismimin etas Valley about 20 mines employing roughly 5 000 men joined the Western Pennsylvania coal strike today. In Bellefontaine Ohio Frank Ellenberger, 45, was wounded by a bandit on Aur au and died here Monday.
Harman Akers, 51, won a bout inside Lorain County Home with a $15 fine and 15 days in jail after Ed Brooks, 75, claimed the clash began over a rocking chair on September 19. Justice Joseph Petro said the incident should teach inmates the home is for retirement and rest, not an athletic club.
M M Rothman of 1111 5th street Lorain is to be arraigned before Justice Joseph Petro on selling cigarets without a license. Warrant sworn by E J DeLong Norwalk state cigaret inspector. Warrant served yesterday by Deputy Sheriffs Ed Monroe and Joseph Woodings. John Blanish 21 Step 7 fined 5 dollars and costs for intoxication before Justice Petro yesterday. arrested by Deputy Sheriff Hery Moehl. Mina Levin sued Fish Barsky et al for 2000 dollars rent under a lease. R W LaValler of Lorain pled guilty to a statutory charge in Judge W B Thompson s court. fined 100 dollars and costs and committed to the Toledo workhouse until paid.
A spirited night of Duplicate Contract Bridge at the Newell Hotel saw leaders separated by fractions of points. Irvin West and Quincy Winsor topped with 90 1 2 points. other top pairs included Harvey Biggs with W G Ludwig and Dr Meek with E Humason, outlining a tight field with scores ranging into the 60s.
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mihalis hosted an open house at their 124 Chase Street home for relatives and friends in honor of their daughter's christening at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. Rev. Papastephanou officiated with John Karabosias of Lorain as God Father. Guests included Gep halis, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ewart of Minneapolis, Mrs. Sama Athanas of Akron, and numerous Mihalis, Pappas, Nicholas, and Karabouias relatives. The Stewart couple, recently married, depart for the Chicago World’s Fair after the gathering.
In Cincinnati on Sept 26 1950 Col Henry M Waite deputy administrator of the Federal Public works program and ex city engineer of Cincinnati and Dayton will receive an honorary Doctor of Engineering degree from the University of Cincinnati on Oct 6 He once served as chief engineer on the Union Terminal project and Colombia's largest air service now operates 124 planes.
In Oberlin Ohio Mrs Clarence Payne and Mrs C Francis Alter hosted a miscellaneous shower for Miss Florence Payne bride elect of Harry Morgan Jr to be wed October 18. Gifts were given. Bunco produced first prize for Mrs Helen Lyman and second for Mrs Mae Schubert. Guests included Beulah May Grace Morgan Jean Morgan Elma Neiding Alvah Baldwin Dolly Tulk Helen Lyman Mildred Murray Mac Webber Mae Schubert Kathleen Keller Edna Nickell Cecile Pfeiffer and Floresce Payne guest of honor.
At the regular Legion Post meeting in the Legion rooms Karl Wilson Locke Post No 4102 elected officers for the year. New officers include Commander Chalmer P Davidson first vice commander Earl R Stanfield second vice commander Glenn A Davis adjutant Harvey R Pratt finance officer Harold E Cook chaplain James Miskovsky sergeant at arms Victor A Mack executive committee Heilman Miskovsky Spitler and county council member Donald L Simpson.
The Oberlin Exchange club held its annual officer election at Oberlin Inn. Retiring President Colegrove summarized the past year’s activities as reports from several committees were given. New officers include President J C McCullough and vice presidents H L Rawdon and C E Wigton with C C McKee as secretary treasurer. Members taking seats on the board of control are C C Rogers E Crick J V Hill E J Sable P L Sherman and I L Porter.
A display of quilts old and new will be held at First Methodist Church with viewing Thursday from 2:00 to 5:09 PM and from 7:90 to 10:00 PM. Admission is free. An entertainment showing how quilts are made will be presented both afternoon and evening featuring Ye Old Time Curiosity Shop decoration. Those who have quilts to display are invited to participate.
A display loan call asks volunteers to bring items to the church between 9:00 A M and 1 30 P M Thursday and arrange pickup after the evening performance. Quilts may be loaned via Mrs J M Perryman or Mrs Everett Papworth if transport is needed. A bicycle owned by Merton Campbell was stolen from 76 East Lorain Street between 10:00 A M and noon yesterday. police notified at noon. BRIEFS include visits from Mrs Alton B Adams of Wellesley and plans changes for a Wiener roast. State Democratic Women meet in Columbus with Postmaster General James Fairey as speaker. about a thousand attend. Also reports of visits to relatives, professional appointments, and academic moves.
The annual Ohio Knights of Pythias convention opened after a banquet and a ball led by Pythian Sisters. Grand Chancellor F G Sparks resigns to H R Snyder of Cleveland, with Supreme Chancellor James Dunn Jr. slated to speak after Snyder and Mrs Mary Shaw’s installation. Newark Middletown, Daniel Lawson 29 charged with stabbing Garrett Barnes 50 during a poolroom brawl.
A self help note on tolerance and individual differences in behavior. It argues that people vary in energy and temperament and that understanding personal vibration helps reduce conflict in marriage, family, and work. It mentions sending coupons for analysis of inner self and requests birth dates for October advice.
A clipped notice instructs to mail a signature address with full birth name to Elaine H. Williams Chronicle Telegram, enclosing a stamped addressed envelope and ten cents to cover clerical costs. The request specifies month date and year of birth and full birth name, not confirmation name.
Diet science describes a flexible normal diet that adapts to travel, camping, and daily rhythms. It emphasizes energy, tissue material, water, vitamins, and salts, with protein from animal sources and energy from carbs fats and protein. Most people spread intake across three meals, though one meal could suffice in theory, and breakfast should be a lighter start to the day.
In May, Finnish coastguard officers clashed with alcohol smugglers amid ongoing efforts to curb illicit trade. The encounter highlights rising tensions as authorities intensify patrols along coastal routes.
Cleveland market report shows prices on livestock produce and grains with steady to active trading. Notes include hogs at steady close, calves and sheep varied by cut and demand, potatoes and produce pricing across butter eggs poultry and vegetables, and Chicago and Toledo quotes for butter eggs and grain alongside Minneapolis and local farmers markets. Strong named entities include Cleveland, Chicago, Toledo, Minneapolis, Concords, and Hobbd.
Fred E Fuller of Cleveland, arrested in Mansfield on counterfeiting charges, seeks to face the Federal case rather than return to Lexington to face highway robbery charges and is sent to Hamilton County jail. John B Blandford Jr safety director receives an offer to become assistant to Tennessee Valley Authority chief Arthur Morgan. Charles Williams 7 a former Navy diver who helped probe the Maine sinking is buried in Youngstown.
The Elyria nominating committee, formed by the local SRA chairman C. B. Smythe two weeks ago, selected merchants, manufacturers, employees, attorneys, and consumers for the city board after several meetings. The panel, which voted unanimously, will choose a permanent chairman and will handle education, conciliation, and mediation work as directed by Washington headquarters.
The board will hear complaints against employers for non compliance with the President's Agreement and petitions for exceptions and longer hours under existing contracts. Hearings aim to clear misunderstandings and persuade voluntary correction. if non compliance persists, a case may be sent to Washington for possible removal of the Blue Eagle by Federal authority. The board lacks enforcement powers unless instructed by Washington.
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