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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1954
Page
14
A letter from William Ritt to his wife Lucille recounts the weighing of Jesus by Pontius Pilate and the decision to release him or exile him. The writer reflects on failing to speak for Jesus and the burden of the moment as he contemplates learning more of the Nazarene’s teachings.
Senate Majority Leader William F. Knowland plans questions to defense chiefs on why Korea and Nationalist China were not listed as members in a Pacific NATO. He aims to press Adm. Arthur Radford and Charles Wilson on the pact’s potential effectiveness without those forces. Humphrey adds that Asian membership should precede Western Europe in any Asian security pact.
A century and more of Lorain County weeklies are being preserved on Micro-Photo films for Elyria readers. The Chronicle Telegram reports 74 564 pages dating back to 1829, showing local history across politics religion entertainment and daily life. The project is a joint effort with Elyria Library and Ohio historical groups, offering access at multiple locations.
Washington reports show GOP Policy Chairman Homer Ferguson and Democrat Guy Gillette warning that relaxing trade limits with the Soviet bloc would threaten American interests. They urged strict policing of limited Iron Curtain trade to prevent aiding communists, joining 11 senators in the bipartisan push.
CHICAGO—Three atomic scientists Harold C. Urey Samuel K. Allison and Cyril S. Smith voiced strong defense of J Robert Oppenheimer amid his suspicion and suspension by President Eisenhower. Urey urged Washington to grow up and warned the action could weaken the nation’s science and engineering position. Allison called Oppenheimer’s debt to the country immeasurable. Smith warned it could chill free political and scientific discussion.
The Elyria YMCA boys Astronomy Club held its first meeting Tuesday and will meet regularly on the second Tuesday at 7 30 p m at the Y. Sixteen boys attended this week’s class. George Diedrich, president of the Black River Astronomical Society, presided.
AMA President Dr Edward J McCormick told the Ohio State Medical Association that the time has come for doctors to emphasize a constructive program. He said the AMA can be proud of its medical program and that its "thou shalt not" ethic aims at betterment for the profession and the public. McCormick and three other physicians received inaugural awards for distinguished service. Recipients included Dr Robert Conrad, Dr Herbert M Platter, and Dr J H J Upham.
A South Bend house wife, Casimer S. Holewczynski, 49, lay injured near his milk truck after a traffic accident. She reportedly asked only if she could take her milk, showing little immediate concern for the wounded man.
Roy C. Brasee of Pittsfield continues plowing with two aged work horses, Danny and Major, on a farm he has owned for 33 or 34 years. Though tractors handle heavy work now, Brasee keeps the horses for odd jobs and sentiment, saying he hates to farm without them and noting the animals are 21 and 22 years old.
A truck driven by Dale Geddes of Columbus sheared a utility pole on a Franklin County road, cutting electric power to Franklin, Delaware, and Licking Counties. Geddes, 37, was treated for minor injuries and released from a local hospital.
Elyria City Board of Education limited summer school enrollment to students in grades two through six from Elyria public and parochial schools to allow more individualized instruction. Outsiders remain eligible for grades seven through twelve with same or higher fees. New director for the program named is Harry Frankfather, principal of Hamilton and Roosevelt Schools.
Western powers insisted on limiting UN disarmament talks to the Big Four and Canada. Russia urged adding Red China India and Czechoslovakia, but the council pressed to vote on a British plan for a subcommittee including Russia Britain France the U.S. and Canada. Lodge rejected Red China seating. Nationalist China remains UN member.
Washington newswire reports a House approved bill funds the Agriculture Department 1.04 billion dollars, above President Benson’s request, seen by GOP Senator Young as a repudiation of Ezra Taft Benson. House adds 21 million and 45 million plus, prompting claims of farmer support and White House pressure on lawmakers.
Maundy Thursday services will be held tonight at 8 o clock at the Ridgeville Congregational Church. The program includes special choir music Holy Communion and reception of new members.
The Firelands Area Boy Scout Council will run an operating finance drive the week of May 10 to meet a 41 000 budget. Principal funds come from Lorain Avon Lake Am herst Elyria Oberlin Norwalk New London North Fairfield and Sandusky community chests. The drive targets communities beyond chests to attract friends of scouting. Over 1 700 volunteers support 4 000 active registered boys in Lorain Huron and Erie Counties with Cub Boy and Exploring programs. Community chairs and solicitation teams will be named soon for numerous communities including South Amherst Vermilion North Eaton Columbia Station Wellington Ripton Willard and Berlin Heights.
Independent Republican Senate hopeful William Saxbe will stop in Elyria Friday afternoon to meet Lorain County supporters at the airport. He arrives at 2 p.m. en route from Mechanicsburg to Cleveland for a telecast and aims to confirm April 29 for a luncheon and rally in Ely.
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