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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1947
Page
3
A translated, partial OCR fragment reports budget talks with advisors Tevin and The Breit. Figures show a reduction from 135,000 to 400,000 after a decision on four items, aiming for somewhat lower total costs in municipal operations.
Kiowa, Comanche and Apache leaders pressed the federal Indian Bureau in Chicago to transfer 30,000 dollars from tribal funds for a special veterans program. The inter-tribal council urged support for assisting World War II veterans in Oklahoma. Pineapple cultivation and canning projects were to begin in Honduras as part of broader economic efforts.
A bill to curb labor unions faces a House vote with Speaker leaders confident of passage. Chairman Fred A. Hartley Jr. predicts a five to one approval margin, with cross party support. Senate action expected next week as committees weigh broader controls. President Lewis of the United Mine Workers testifies on mine safety after a deadly explosion. Foreign policy notes warn rapid approval of Greek Turkish aid to halt Russian moves. House Republicans show concern over rent increases while Taft supports lower prices though doubts broader wage hikes.
Brownhelm P T A installed officers at the April meeting held in the school auditorium. Russell Miller became president with Erwin Bachman as vice president, Carl Walters secretary, J B Kelly treasurer, and Mrs Melvin Niggie historian. The group voted to buy a school cafeteria refrigerator. A program featured a Jory group song and solos by Carol Bachman and Helen Honyng. Membership totaled 110. Senior play announced. nominating committee named Lloyd Clark and Robert Knoisel. Industrywide bargaining ban proposed by Rep. Kersten to curb wage-scale collusion. violators would face anti trust prosecutions.
North Ridgeville Fifty couples danced to Ed Sherrick's orchestra at the Ridgeville Grange Hall for the Apple Blossom Formal by LaTa Felpa Club. Hall decorated pink and white with blossoms. Punch and cookies served. Organizers include Dea n Wood and Jessie Wood along with a long list of helpers. Girl Scouts planned May 5 skits with Lois Smith and Barbara Graft in charge of make up. Anné Rothgaty won the hat contest. Nancy Dieterich second. Minstrel show scheduled April 23 and 24 at 8:15 p.m. Hlyria High Auditorium.
Carl Purdy, famed for cultivating California wildflowers, will be honored at the Purdy memorial exhibit. Work is underway on a 1000 foot long display simulating a garden scene. An old style serving of raw vegetable strips with salt is noted as a returning favorite.
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