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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1954

Page

12

Rice Continues Turnpike Battle in Elyria Referendum Move

Rice filed a verified copy of the ordinance to vacate parts of Bon Air Ave Wesley Ave and Hilliard Rd with City Auditor Ells pent AT Ade WUrmoint Gasca as he pursues referendum petitions. He contests the turnpike agreement noting false revenue claims and cites potential gains from bridges over the disputed streets.

R. H. Rice Elyria Rice Bon Air Ave Wesley Ave Hilliard Rd Ellspent

Neutrals Sought to Break Labor Contract Impasse

Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service joins talks between Manufacturers and Fabricators Inc and Amalramated Local 996 United Automobile Workers in a wage and pension dispute. Union says pension was promised in the original contract and seeks both wage rise and retirement program. Company offers either wage or pension, not both, as mediation aims to resolve stalemate with a two-thirds vote possible if talks fail.

Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service Tute Manufacturers and Fabricators, Inc United Automobile Workers C.I.0 Tojcity Lyria

Death notices for Amherst and Wellington figures in local obituaries

Deaths reported in Amherst and Wellington areas include John S. Vargo Sr aged 62 of South Amherst, a quarry grinder for 41 years, with services planned at Emsmerrich Funeral Home and burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Ernest F. Nichols, 79, of Fremont area, died after a four-week illness, with funeral arrangements incomplete and burial at Rochester Cemetery. Mary Janoski, 59, Elyria area, died after lingering illness, survived by husband Louis Janoski and several relatives, funeral services at Bittner Funeral Home and St. Mary Church.

Elizabeth Tirpak Detroit Mich Ann Amenhauser Emma Griffin Helen Zukowski South Amherst John S. Vargo Birmingham Vargo Emsmerich Amherst Jerome A. Wenner St. Peter Burin Evergreen Cemetery Wellington Ernest F. Nichols Norwood New London Freetwood Fremont Lucille Sorensen Penfield Nicholson Armer LaGrange Grace Nichols Sorensen Wilda Richmond Carol Lckes Branston Nichols Lena Klasek Norton Andrews Rochester Cemetery Mary Janoski Louis Janoski North Ridge Ra Elyria Memorial Hospital Buffalo N.Y Janoski Elyria Sears Cleveland North Rage Rd Chava Bauerline Elyriay Henry Janoski North Nidee

Race Accident Victim Fair Condition At Sandusky Speedway

SOUTH AMHERST, Alex Nagy Jr of Southmherst remains in fair condition at Sandusky Memorial Hospital after fracturing his left leg, right elbow, and pelvis in a stock car crash at Sandusky Speedway Sunday. His mother says a full body cast will be applied in a few days. A second worker involved was listed in fair condition yesterday but later reported as critical.

South Amherst Alex Nagy, Jr Southmherst Sandusky Speedway Sandusky Memorial Hospital Teddy Wertz B.D. Ashlland Tadics

Talk Planned On Farm Ponds At New London

A brief notice outlines plans for farm pond construction in New London. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but indicate a discussion among local groups about pond design and maintenance. Community representatives may attend to discuss methods and costs.

New London

Will Bring Em Back Alive Elyrian To Head Fish Expedition

The Leonard Bryan Expedition to the Florida Keys led by W Kelley and four aquarium staff members will depart next Wednesday for a 10 day marine fish collecting trip. They aim to obtain seahorses moray eels and sea anemones for display in the Cleveland Aquarium opening Labor Day. The aquarium will show Lake Erie species and tropical fish at Lake Shore Boulevard and East 72nd Street with daily noon to 8 pm hours except Mondays and free admission.

Leonard Bryan Florida Keys W. Kelley Bell Ave Cleveland Aquarium Kelley Cleve Gordon Park Trailside Museum Lake Shore Blvd E. 72Nd St Lake Erie Ohio

Elyrian Bound To Grand Jury On Check Charge

Elyria man Cornell Paul Smith known as Paul C. Smith, 125 Fairlawn Ave., pleaded guilty to two counts of issuing checks without sufficient funds and was bound over to the Grand Jury by Mayor Grant Keys. Police said he attempted two bad checks for 70 dollars at Spike's Market and admitted eight more bouncing checks drawn on The Savings Deposit and Trust, Elyria.

Elyria Grant Keys Cornell Paul Smith Paul C. Smith Fairlawn Ave Norwalk Smith Spike’s Market Broad St Savings Deposit and Trust, Company Bank of Elyria Spike's Market

Food Chains Sponsor Awards at Lorain County Fair

Two large food chains will sponsor special awards for Junior Fair exhibitors at the Lorain County Fair in Wellington Ohio. The A and P Food Stores will trophy five members of outstanding Food Demonstration Teams and a best individual food demonstration presenter. Fisher Foods will award a trophy for the Beef Showmanship winner. Representatives will attend to present after judging.

Lorain County Wellington Ohio State Council of Retail Merchants A and P; Food Fisher Foods

Police At Toledo Quiz 2 Suspects In Girl Slaying

In Toledo police question two suspects in a fatal attack on a girl. The article notes a struggle and injuries on the victim as investigators search for leads around the taxied area, with parents and local figures cited amid mounting concern.

Toledo

Shank's Pony Express Set For Fall Season

The Morris family runs Shank's Pony Express with Jimmy Morris editor and Donnie Morris assistant editor as a weekly venture starting September. Morton, 13, remains vice president. Bil Mortely, 15, is president. The school edition will rely on circulation for costs, with a two cent price per issue.

Morris, Morris, Morris and Morris Morris and Adama St Morris Young Morton Donnie Bil Mortely The Pony Express Jimmy William Morris

Get Acquainted Picnic Held by Elyria Republicans

Republican committee members and families attended a Get Acquainted picnic at the El Rey Grotto grounds on Route 58. The event, led by chairwoman Mrs. Caroline Parker with helpers, highlighted party spirit and vote outreach. Registration closes Sept 22 for the Nov 2 election. polling places open Sept 18 for new voters. Prizes were awarded including cakes pies and a ham, with children winning small prizes. Plans for a countywide September Republican picnic are under consideration.

Republican Committee Elyria el Rey Grotto Caroline Parker Walter Decker Ella Young Gene Carns del Cromling Doris Greg Roy Hultz Marty Huebner Steve Buko Eunice ‘Tuttle Richard Lamadue

Mayor Seeks Two Way Traffic on West Ave

Mayor J. Grant Keys ordered a study to convert West Ave from one way to two way to aid access to the city’s No. 1 off street lot. Police oppose the plan but the mayor pushes for changes while criticizing current restrictions that hinder business.

Local Courthouse Divorces and Indictments Reported

At The Court House Mildred Sabula sued for a divorce from Robert charging neglect and cruelty. They married in 1951 and have one child. Judge D A Cook granted a divorce to Hugh MacDonald Windsor from Margaret for neglect and willful absence. Custody to Mrs Windsor by agreement. Leon Vanes indicted for non support and found guilty. bond set at 500. probation report requested. Marvison Bennett granted a divorce from Mary for neglect. County commissioners awarded Elyria Nursery contract to remove an Elm tree at courthouse property for 45 dollars. Robert T Cook filed suit against Lake Shore Motor Freight Co and Summit Fast Freight Inc for 9 50 for injuries from a three-truck collision August 26 1933.

Mildred Sabula Gifford Rd Oberlin Robert Uniontown D. A. Cook Hugh MacDonald Windsor Margaret Mrs. Windspr Leon Vanes East 29Th St. Lorain D. A. iCook Arthur Moos Elyria Nursery Robert T Cook Campbell Lake Shore Motor Freight Co Girard Summit Fast Freight, Inc Akron North Euton

Bender Seeks Senate Bid Backed by Citizens Group

Washington reports National Citizens For Eisenhower Congressional Committee will aid Congressman George Bender in his 1956 Senate campaign. James L. Murphy, chairman, said Eisenhower’s interest in Bender’s success will guide the help, with local groups shaping the effort. Bender faces incumbent Senator Thomas A. Burke, both from Cleveland, in November.

Washington George Bender U. S. Senate National Citizens For Eisenhower Congressional Committee James L. Murphy Eisenhower National Citizens For Eisenhower Committee Bender JP Cleveland Thomas A. Burke

Lorain County Seeks Parley Over Regional Relief Aid

Lorain County commissioners disclosed they will seek inclusion in talks between Summit and Stark County officials on relief problems. They argue Lorain faces similar financing issues for welfare in rest homes and urge joint discussions to obtain more state aid. Last year Lorain contributed about 346000 to supplemental assistance for pensioners under the state's aid for the aged program, an amount similar to its expected shortfall in direct relief this year.

Lorain County Summit Stark

Jury Awards In Pike Suits To Acquire Elyria Property

Two Ohio Turnpike Commission eminent domain cases in Elyria were dismissed in Common Pleas Court. M. E. Whitman accepted a $5,309 jury award for property needed for the turnpike's expansion. Another suit by the commission to appropriate G. W. Ennedy's property was dismissed after an agreed settlement.

Ohio Turnpike Commission Elyria Common Pleas M. E. Whitman Gulf Rad Turnpike Commission G. W. Ennedy Cleveland St

Four fined for traffic violations in Wellington mayoral court

Four residents, Manuel McCoy Akron Raymond Anderson and Lloyd Finkel Wellington Warren Bauman Amherst and Plum ter Richardson Angola Ind faced fines after speeding violations in Mayor Ralph Gray's Wellington court. Additional penalties included Evelyn Peter Birmingham Mich Raymond Gardner Fostoria and Robert Largent Clarksville Pa for reckless operation.

Wellington Ralph Gray Manuel McCoy Akron Raymond Anderson Lloyd. Finkel Warren Bauman Amherst Plum Ter Richardson Angola Ind Recklss Evelyn Peter Birmingham Mich Eamond Gardner Fostoria Robert Largent Clarksville Evbert St Leavittsburg Wes Suck

Mayor's coat police notes outline multiple guilty pleas

In Cascade Park Ridgeville a group led by William Ferriman and Edward Jones pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct and resisting arrest with fines up to 50 dollars and suspended costs. Others faced charges including speeding and reckless driving. a 12 year old Elyria boy was sent to Juvenile Court for bicycle theft. A car mirror theft loss was estimated at five dollars.

William Edward H. Ferriman Welling- Jones R. D Jon Frank Avon River St Pear Jones Brothers David D. Mayle Fairlawn Lake Ave a/Ave Abbe Rd Elyria James Jordan Wayne, St

Norwalk Crash Victims Improve After Weekend Collision

Norwalk accident victims Horning Pauline 20 and her brother James 12 show improving condition. Pauline at Good Samaritan Hospital Sandusky and James at Norwalk Hospital. James regained consciousness with notable improvement. Five people were injured in a collision at Rt 601 and 51 with mother Bertha Heming treated at Lakewood Hospital.

Norwalk Panne Horning James Pauline Good Samaritan Hospital Sandusky Norwalk Hospital Miss Horning Norvalk Bertha Way Heming Lakewood Hospital

Square Dance Picnic Planned By CYO Members

CYO plans a square dance and picnic this week. The event features a Friday evening start and a daytime gathering, with details and times to be announced.

CYO

Local Horse Notice Sparks Woman's Objection in Lorain

A garbled Lorain item reports a woman opposing horses being kept or moved near a property. The fragment mentions Mrs. San Petrone and a plea to restrain horses, with unclear surrounding details due to text damage.

San Petrone

Two Elyria Men Fined After Justice Court Assault

Joseph Conk, 31, of 4M East Ave, fined 25 dollars plus costs and James Harmon, 25, of 403 Oberlin Rd, fined 1 dollar plus costs by Justice C C Lord after arraignment on assault and battery charges. The penalties follow a complaint by Rudy Layne who said he was beaten after visiting several liquor places Sunday morning. The incident, per Layne's deputy statement, occurred on Pa and early Saturday mornings.

Joseph Conk James Harmon Oberlin' Rd Justice C. C. Lord Rudy Layne Lorain Sun Gan Layne

Spencer Woman Celebrates 93rd Birthday At Home

Mrs Emeline White of Spencer marked her 93rd birthday quietly at home as friends and family gathered to honor her long life. Local notes describe a simple celebration with neighbors paying respects and sharing memories of Mrs White’s contributions to the community.

Spencer

Bedroom burglary steals 3 caliber pump gun

Police investigate a bedroom burglary reported by Harry Brannon of 2964 Lodi Street. A 3 caliber pump gun valued at 110 dollars was taken from a box under his bed during the past three weeks. Fire alarm activation at Couch-Ute Co on Olive Street yesterday prompted a fire crew response.

Harry Brannon Lodi St Brannon Couch-Ute Co Olive St

Eggs and poultry prices rise cited in market notes

Market summary notes changes in eggs poultry butter prices with prices varied by vendor. No clear figures or locations were readable. the fragment mentions Depew and De trees in an unclear context, limiting precise details.

Last Rites Friday For 2 Vermilion Drowning Victims

Double funeral services will be held for Donald Furman 36 of Belden and his 13 year old daughter Nancy Carol victims of a drowning tragedy in Vermilion River Monday. The services are set for 2 pm Friday from the Assembly of God Church Lorain Ave and W 105th Cleveland. Friends may call at the George Lang Co funeral home 95th St at Lorain Ave Cleveland.

Donald Furman Belden Nancy Carol Vermilion ‘River Assembly of God Lorain Ave Cleveland George (Co. Lang Co

Market Reports on Major Industrial Stocks

A concise digest lists numerous firms such as American Radiator American, T and T, Anaconda Copper, Bendix Aviation, Chrysler, General Motors, Sears Roebuck, Republic Steel, Kennecott Copper, Socony Vacuum, Standard Oil, and Ohio Oil. The fragmentary record notes varied percentages and market placements, indicating a broad snapshot of sector performance and equity movement across utilities, automotive, metals, oil, and related industries.

American American T. & T Anaconda Copper Aveo Mig Bendix Aviation Chrysler Cleveland Elec Columbia Gas General Motors Glidden Co Rayon Kennecott Coppersomery Ward Central Ohio Edison Ohio Oil Pensa, RB. R iRepublic Steel Sears Roebuck Socnny Vacuum A. van Red Brothers House Aurbrake Westworth Ca

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