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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1963
Page
1
Black River Township Fire Department runs three pumpers but guards only four houses. Annexation threatens transfer of homes to Lorain and could complicate firefighting if the station itself caught fire. Story continues on page 22.
Elyria dealers report higher lumber costs amid rising market pressure. If a rail strike materializes, the situation could worsen as mills push for steeper prices while inventories shrink. Details are on the C-T's business page.
Governor Rhodes and his cabinet confer on Tuesday with area industrialists to discuss regional economic matters and potential collaborative efforts.
Two area civil rights leaders with current positions were linked to past Communist party involvement. Morris Jaffa of the local NAACP and Eric J. Reinthaler of CORE faced scrutiny from the police subversives unit. Reinthaler reportedly left the party in 1964 and had prior felony-like penalties. CORE officials defended him, saying his past involvement is well known but he now adheres to CORE admissions and democratic values. NAACP president Clarence Holmes defended Jaffa as showing no current or past Communist activity.
More than 35 teachers at Hue University signed a resignation letter over the dismissal of the Catholic rector Father Cam Van Luan. Education Minister Nguyen Quang Trinh reportedly refused to accept the letter and urged reconsideration amid broader religious tensions and martial law changes following the Buddhist protests and a monk self immolation at Tu Dam pagoda. Hue University, with 2,800 students, had its rector sacked for alleged failure to stop student participation in demonstrations.
Washington. Secretary of State Dean Rusk says the United States will do everything it can to settle the region’s recovery dispute in South Vietnam. The statement underlines Washington’s intent to push for a peaceful resolution and stability in the area.
Agriculture Department announced surplus turkeys will be distributed to schools under the national lunch program. The plan aims to aid meal programs and provide extra protein for students during the holiday season.
In New Delhi Prime Minister Nehru told Parliament of a measured alarm over Red China massing forces along the disputed northern border with India. He disclosed that about 20 extra divisions have been deployed, with at least 11 along the border before the reinforcements.
Wellington mayor Ralph Gray declares hostility toward Elyria's chief executive over a milk-competition dispute. He cites tips from local milk producers and plans a bold, combative response while teasing secrecy and signaling strong political theater.
Alabama Governor George Wallace plans five civil rights resolutions to the Southern Governors Conference in White Sulphur Springs West Virginia. He will urge governors to oppose Kennedy civil rights measures and denounce federal troops in desegregation orders while protesting Communist influence in demonstrations and McNamara’s orders. He may face a floor vote if the executive-session committee reports his proposals.
Secretary of State Dean Rusk voiced cautious optimism that the Soviet Union might agree to isolated measures to ease East West tensions. He proposed observation teams at transport hubs to spot troop movements and urged removal of Soviet troops from Cuba as a small confidence step. A joint GOP leadership urged a withdrawal as proof of good faith.
UPI reports British navy and coast guard chase a yacht possibly carrying part of the 7.3 million mail train loot. Following a $282,620 Surrey woods find, total recovered rises to $480,693 as investigators heed tips of up to 14 million hidden on a Buckinghamshire farm. Police urge the public to watch for unusual activity while Yard detectives suspect panicked gang members are trying to conceal their shares.
British Overseas Airways Corp plans to cut first class trans Atlantic round trip fares from 2800 to 76 dollars to attract more passengers. The move was announced Friday night in London by the nationalized airline, aiming to boost demand.
Washington sources say the Kennedy administration faces pressure to present a detailed plan outlining safeguards against violations of the nuclear test ban. Senators on the preparedness and armed services committees demand specifics on underground tests and lab facilities, with Sen. Jackson pressing for a second treaty to ensure good faith implementation. Generals Taylor LeMay and other military chiefs testified, backing ratification but signaling reservations on certain points.
Considerable cloudiness and windy mild conditions with scattered showers and thundershowers ending late today. Highs 75 to 89, clearing and cooler tonight with 52 to 57, Sunday mostly sunny and cooler. Friday temperatures 52 to 78, year ahead 36 to 83, and no precipitation in 24 hours ending 8 p.m. Friday. Sunrise 6:37 a.m., sunset 8:24 p.m.
Washington United Press International reports rail road unions and management will meet to set ground rules for arbitration on two main work rule disputes. The sides tentatively agreed to submit fireman on diesels and yard service crew issues to arbitration while lawyers finalize procedures scope and length. Labor Secretary Wirtz said the proposal stands though unions questioned details and potential delays. Wirtz emphasized private settlement remains uncertain but arbitration is a significant new step.
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