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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1959
Page
6
Referred to planners and zoning bodies, the council deferred a decision on Asphalt Sales Inc's proposed east side plant. The long running issue sparked debate as firm representatives rebutted fly-by-night rumors while nearby property owners voiced opposition.
Local notice lists the direct telephone line 3 6173 for the Elyria office labeled Cider. The item functions as a brief contact reference in the Chronicle Telegram page segment.
Lorain Ohio Fraternal Order of Police Auxiliary designates the Lorain Animal Shelter and Placement Center as its favorite charity for the year. Proceeds from a dance and other events will benefit LASPC and the humane society. The group plans actions over alleged dog killings by the county dog warden, while commissioners cite state law authorizing certain shootings.
A Lorain sub committee reviews a proposed 14 000 annual street lighting plan for newly annexed areas. City Engineer Goodell City Auditor Mitock and Safety Director Gools will coordinate with Ohio Edison Co engineers. The plan targets west side districts and east side Rt 57 with lights about 125 feet apart.
Police investigate a daytime motorcycle theft from an alley behind the high school. Fred B Hamilton reports the bike belongs to his son William who parks it there during school hours. An unidentified property owner saw two boys looking at the motorcycle around 2 p.m. but did not see any removal.
Various driving offenses and penalties are listed, including left of center, failure to control, and driving while intoxicated. Defendants include Anne M. Demas, Ruthikde J. Woelfe, Lea Jacobs, Leslie Bergle, Joseph E. Kure, and Benito Cisneros, with fines, jail time, and license suspensions noted. several cases set for trial in April. The report also covers city committee actions on property purchases and a vehicle damage incident near East Erie Avenue.
Residents clash with organizers over an asphalt plant plan in Amherst as opposition cites odors and dirt. Committee delays action, rezoning for a West Erie Ave club house is tabled amid parking and liquor concerns. An Animal Shelter request in Cromwell Park is held for site review and lease details.
Engineer Lewis J. Goodell told a city committee the planning commission has prepared a city map after substantial work. The commission seeks out of state firms for Lorain County construction site information while Lorain needs the commission now. A 1968 ordinance bound the city to one year of membership, with dissolution not ending the city’s fee obligations for that year.
Oberlin College Theological Seminary student Khard Knoll spoke on life and living conditions in West Germany at the Rotary Club meeting yesterday. Knoll, born in Vanst Germany, shared experiences from years living there. Guests at dinner included George McMullen and Thomas Banloff of Amherst High School.
NORWALK The Nickel Plate Railroad is named defendant in a $55,000 negligence lawsuit filed by Will Stephens Willard a former employee. He alleges severe back injuries on November 5 1957 while working as an engine wiper at the Bellevue shop after handling a defective shaker bar while removing ash from a locomotive.
Mrs White led seven members in a rosary recitation during a Xavier Mission Circle gathering at the Amherst group. The event focused on prayer and community reflection amid the circle's activities.
Adrian J O Kane 56 senior partner at Happers Kennedy law firm died in New York after illness. Circle 10 of St Joseph Church met at Mrs Carll Bodman home Milan Ave. The obituary notes his professional ties and community involvement.
Mrs. Howard Cobb Jr. elected president of Powers Elementary PTA. New officers include Mrs. George Uhnik as first vice president, Mrs. Donald Phillips as second vice president, Mrs. Harry Millis as secretary, and Mrs. Neal Gilbert as treasurer. Delegates to the County Council are Mrs. Frank Borman, Mrs. Peter Lopez, and Mrs. Don Fullmer. alternates are Mrs. William Harlan, Mrs. Leonard Bickley, and Mrs. Gordon Cox. The group approved 10 safety patrol belts and aiding transport to a Cleveland Indians game, and budgeted 400 for equipment including records, gym items, and an overhead ladder for the playground.
Amherst Maude Neiding Memorial Park will open by Memorial Day with a roadway to picnic grounds to be built by the Amherst Jaycees. Cleveland Quarries Co will donate stone for three fireplaces, designed by Howard Cobb Jr for summer use. Hickory Tree Grange offers help on park projects as plans include shelter house rest rooms and picnic amenities. The group will meet monthly on the fourth Monday.
Lorain report says Pablo Hernandez, 32, of Elyria, drove on Henderson near Colorado Ave and was dragged from his car, beaten with a screwdriver, then released after treatment for back and wrist lacerations at St. Joseph Hospital. Glenn G. Ball, 29, of Cleveland Ave, charged with assault and battery and malicious destruction of property, fined 125 dollars plus costs in municipal court. Ball pleaded guilty to assault and received 10 days in jail with parole and a further 50 dollars for destruction.
Nine of 21 entrants were prize winners in a Hickory Tree Grange sewing contest. First prize adult dress went to Mrs Warren Manuel Brownhelm, with Mrs William Bringman second and Mrs Elmer Balog third, all of Amherst. Youth dress winners were Sherrill McLoda first. Mrs Karl Mulder, second. Mrs Gerald Wilhelm, third, all Amherst. Childs dress winners were Mrs Herman Keene and Mrs Frank Schibley. First prize winners proceed to a May 4 Oberlin contest.
Powers Elementary School PTA sponsors a square dance at the Amherst school from 9 p m to midnight featuring the Mitchell Berg Orchestra. Proceeds fund a safety patrol trip to a Cleveland Indians baseball game.
Charles J B Goldsborough retired secretary treasurer of the American Machine and Foundry Co died Monday in Pelham New York APD reports.
Thieves stole about 269 dollars worth of appliances from Ments TV store at 1320 Broadway between 6 p m Saturday and 9 40 a m yesterday. Stolen items include a 90 dollar stereophonic phonograph a 50 dollar combination radio phonograph and an 80 dollar portable television set. Entry appears through a small south side window and rear door. James L. Smith reported the loss at opening time yesterday.
An unemployed 24 year old East 30th Street resident is listed in fair condition after a beating and robbery yesterday afternoon. Simon H. Juarez reported two assailants offered him a ride from an East 28th Street bar then struck him with a blackjack, took about $2 and his shoes, and threw him from a moving car.
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