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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1934
Page
1
A soaking storm swept from Oklahoma City to Rapid City, with thundery downpours breaking a drought. Farmers trudged through flood soaked fields while city residents sheltered under umbrellas. St. Joseph Missouri reported a 24.2 inch torrent as heavy rains continued through the region.
Washington August 16 Eugene R Black former Federal Reserve chairman is named official liaison between banks and the Roosevelt administration. He will split time with his Atlanta Federal Reserve governorship directing the new liaison effort to mobilize banker support for the economic recovery program.
Mostly cloudy forecast for Ohio with probable showers in the south and east tonight. Friday looks fair with little temperature change across the state.
Toronto Aug. 11 release of John Labatt, kidnapped brewer, was believed imminent. Hugh Labatt left the Royal York with $130,000 under police guard, reportedly the ransom, as investigators suspected American gangsters behind the Canadian crime. Police tightened security, while strategists hinted at Detroit riverfront developments and broader cross border activity.
The Railroad Retirement Board ordered Class 1 railroads to pay into the U S treasury before August 25 a retirement fund contribution of one tenth of one percent of July payroll about 125000. The action follows a court ruling allowing enforcement of the Railway Retirement Act. The order, signed by chairman Murray W Latimer, will be credited to carriers and deducted from the first quarter's contribution.
Washington August 18 President Roosevelt and his officers pledged swift severe punishment for profiteers and speculators harming a nation in agricultural distress. The admin asserts power to meet drought threats using vast surplus stocks and enforces action against grain speculation and food profiteering. The AAA prices council expects increases, with mean prices staying higher until next year as depleted herds recover.
In Columbus on August 1 with Obio’s primary history Democrats aimed for harmonious support of U S Senate nominee Vic Donahue and gubernatorial nominee Martin L Davey after sharp intra party contests. Donahue led for the Senate while Davey led in the governor race with Saw yer and Pickrel close behind. The vote tallies show Fess led the Republican field in the Senate race, Brown heading the GOP ticket with a larger total than Fess due to higher turnout, while Wilkin failed to win renomination on the Ohio Supreme Court.
The annual hay fever festival opens amid five million noses affected from Maine to California. Rain after drought revived ragweed and other pollen causing continued sniffles through late summer. Dr. Leon Unger of Northwestern notes this year’s suffering will be less than last year’s record. over 75 people awaited hay fever serum injections at the Northwestern Clinic.
Supporters claim the Stetson slate will dominate about 100 of 135 precincts, with Elyria showing past trouble now shifted toward peace. Stetson tied Mrs. Laura Martin 65 votes each for precinct committeeman, coin toss to resolve. Official count to follow, listing Elyria precinct winners and ties across wards.
Columbus, August 16. Democratic nominee for governor Martin L. Davey announced plans for a victory dinner to be staged here after the state convention. Similar dinners were held in 1930 and 1932.
Newspaper report on a factional primary in Lorain County where Don W. Harter faced strong organization opposition led by D. W. Seward. Despite late write-in efforts and local contests in Elyria, Seward allies reportedly retained party leadership with wins across multiple precincts. Details list ward and precinct winners and note shifts toward the New Deal group.
The Ellia Men's Democratic Club will meet tomorrow evening at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall to discuss plans for the November election. Candidates nominated on the Democratic ticket and all precinct committeemen elected Tuesday are invited. the session starts at eight o'clock.
Youngstown Ohio August 16 four girls aged 3 to 8 were struck while walking home near the Uber and Lindsay homes. Driver Floyd Collins 31 allegedly intoxicated fled 0.3 miles with Bernice Uber on bumper before police rescued him. Lillian Uber survived and alerted officials. Charges expected against Collins.
Elyria CC star Dick Timms advanced to the semi finals of the Cleveland District amateur championship at Westwood CC. He beat Tommy Whiteway 3 and 1 after posting 79 on the Westwood links, as Whiteway struggled after earning medalist honors. Timms then defeated George Horrigan 2 up and Jack Bricker 6 and 5 to reach the semis, with Jack Cummins of Mayfield expected as a probable foe. Other quarterfinals featured Al Atkinson vs Rodney Upright and Fred Hochfelder vs John Schneider.
Lorain County selects Dr. F. Dew as health commissioner succeeding Dr. H. R. O'Brien. Dew, arriving in Oberlin to assume duties, previously acted as Wayne County health commissioner in Wooster this summer after a 14 year tenure in Belmont County.
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