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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1956
Page
1
President Eisenhower told reporters Nixon is perfectly acceptable as 1956 running mate and declined to fully state preference while praising Harold Stassen as within his rights to back another candidate. He hinted he will seek a second term and addressed health and world crisis concerns.
Weather forecast shows high around 75 to 80 degrees with partly cloudy skies and cool nights through Thursday. Tonight low near 60 to 65, Tuesday temps 61 to 76, precipitation none in past 24 hours. Lake Erie winds from north to northwest about 15 mph today, stronger tonight. partly cloudy conditions persist.
In Washington the Democratic presidential race narrows to Stevenson and Harriman after Kefauver threw his support to Stevenson to seek party unity. Harriman said Kefauver’s move could shift delegates as the convention nears in Chicago, with a two man contest seen unless a favorite son alliance forms.
On trial for the Ribbon Creek incident, Matthew C. McKeon testified he used slaps to instill discipline without malice as Marines conducted a death march. He said there was never hate or meanness in his heart and he recalled trying to discipline a stubborn group of recruits.
Lorain banker Frank A. Sanford died today at 10 30 a m at his home 210 Euclid Avenue after a lingering illness. He was a former president of the Central Bank Co Funeral arrangements are with Walter A Frey Funeral Home. Vaccine Allocation Ended WASHINGTON The government ended federal allocation of Salk polio vaccine noting commercial channels can do a better job of distribution. Doctors Say Eisenhower In Fine Shape WASHINGTON President Eisenhower underwent a physical examination and his physicians said he is in fine shape. $24 Billion Allocated For Roads WASHINGTON The Commerce Department allocated more than 2 5 billion dollars to states for highway construction in the new fiscal year starting July 1.
A review of the 101st Lorain County fair at kickoff dinner suggests records will fall. The piece notes anticipated attendance and events, with details on exhibitors and programs.
Ohio Governor Lausche, long viewed as a potential national ticket ally, holds 54 of Ohio’s 58 convention votes but avoids pledging support. Kefauver’s withdrawal shifts dynamics as Ohio delegates consider backing Stevenson, though observers see Lausche’s prospects dimming.
A 46 year old Columbia Station crane operator Wesley S Cox was killed instantly when a truck crane toppled while unloading steel sBirders for the Inner Belt Bridge. He jumped toward the falling crane and was crushed between the crane and a railroad car. Cox, a Beasley Construction Co. employee, lived in Lorain County and had World War II service as a USAF flight instructor. He is survived by his wife Vera two brothers and a sister. The service will be at Columbia Methodist Church with burial in Sunset Memorial Park.
A penal official told the House of Lords that missing prisoners are described as defamilization not escape, noting ghostly qualities behind disappearances in British prisons.
London reports secretary of state Dulles meets with President Eisenhower as Britain and France press for swift action over the Suez Canal. The United States hints at oil supply support for Western Europe and warns of force if needed. Paris signals readiness to back strong measures and deploys ships from the 6th Fleet.
Lorain Mayor Jaworski warned that annexation of Brownhelm Township to Vermilion on the Lake could void Lorain's pledge to supply two million gallons of water daily for Ford Motor Co. plans. Elyria and Amherst water interests offer alternatives as engineers deem feasible.
Elyria's American Legion squad was eliminated at Steubenville Post by a 7-2 defeat in the state tournament. Elyria managed two runs, eight hits, and eight errors while Steubenville collected seven runs, six hits, and two errors. Youy Guida earned the win with two strikeouts and two walks. Elyria batters Nagy Novak and Ways had the lone hits for Elyria.
Betty Low Fitzpatrick aged two drowned Tuesday in her Cincinnati home bathtub. Police say the incident occurred during a bath with guardians nearby. investigators are reviewing details as the coroner’s report awaits.
Shilling is described as one of the most widely used monetary terms with coins circulating in Britain, Iceland, Denmark, Germany and the United States. The notice promotes Chronicle-Telegram Classified Ads offering fast money for selling unwanted items and invites readers to call 4751 to place a Want Ad.
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