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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1963
Page
9
Informal tour narrated by Elie Abel features Secretary of State Dean Rusk at work and in early staff meeting. The program traces information flow to Rusk and reveals the mail room with diplomatic pouches and various department jobs.
Huntington trustees approve contracting with Lorain Medina Rural Electric Cooperative for 17 fluorescent lights at a projected $640 per year and plan to share fire department radio equipment costs with nearby townships. Vote 2-1 with Wilson seeking more information before purchase.
Wellington Village council completed the third reading of an ordinance to establish ranks in the police department with Mayor Ralph Gray to appoint chief, captain, lieutenant and patrolmen and no pay raise. The meeting also discussed weed control near the New York Central crossing, a municipal pool study, paving on Elm and Union streets, petitions for future paving, and new licenses for Campbell Heating Co. and Ralph W. Brown. The next meeting moved to September 3 at 7 p.m. due to Labor Day.
Lorain County Fair calendar lists Saddle horse show and Junior Fair judging from morning through afternoon. Events include beef and dairy cattle, swine, sheep, poultry, racing, ice show, fireworks, parade of livestock and machinery, and a king and queen crowning with awards.
Lake Ridge Academy will hold an open house at LaPorte Methodist Church from 7 to 9 p m. The private school will begin classes September 4 for kindergarten through sixth grade with plans to expand to high school serving Lorain and western Cuyahoga counties.
Japanese swimming experts and fans condemned the Japan United States three day dual meet at Meiji pool. The 63-22 U S win featured an 174 man team averaging 18 years in age and sparked criticism of national training programs and moves to permit competitive swimming for grade school children. Five U S world records were set including Schollander Saar Robie and relay teams.
Vermilion Law Director David George announced a September 10 public meeting at 10 a.m. on flashing at the Douglas Street crossing. The fire hall is tentatively set as the meeting place as residents discuss the issue.
A 31 year old father of eight, Bradley B. Engler of 1446 Nichols Ave, was charged with petty larceny after attempting to steal 5.48 worth of goods from Hills Department Store on Route 57 and Homewood Drive. Detective Sgt. Michael Kocak reported items found on Engler, who admitted the theft was for his children. Engler pleaded no contest and received a 100 dollar fine with half suspended and a Wednesday suspended jail sentence if found guilty.
Police report a weekend burglary at Kohlmyer Hardware 3009 Pearl Ave where at least 600 dollars in TV and radio sets were stolen. The loot included three portable televisions and 10 portable radios. Entry and exit were believed to be via a nailed chute with a radio found outside.
The United States Marine Band plans a two concert visit in Lorain on October 27 with sponsor tickets sold by the Lorain Kiwanis Club. The 165 year old ensemble begins a 7000 mile tour September 15 across the middle Atlantic and Midwest. The presidentially approved tour is the first since 1961 and runs over two months. The Admiral King High School concerts will be held in the afternoon and evening. The band was founded in 1758 and has played at every presidential inauguration since Jefferson.
A Huron woman settled a $15 000 personal injury suit before trial in Erie County Common Pleas Court. Henrietta Schuh sued Thomas A. Vilevac and Edgei S. Krueger over injuries from a April 1960 rear end crash on U S Route 6 near construction barricades while she rode as a passenger.
Lost items include a charm bracelet and a yellow guide end wedding ring at locations around Empire Tavern, Col tcnal Church, Kvory Pringle caahinerd, and White ard. Contact BLee FA 3-82 or 725-7360. Also listings for jewelry loans, locksmith service, lawn care, car dealership leases, and employment classifieds in Elyria and Lorain area newspapers.
Local ads seek experienced waitress and babysitters in Oberlin and Lorain area. Positions include live-in housekeeper, secretaries, clerks, and sales reps with various hours and pay. Apply in person or write to Chronicle Telegram box listings. credentials and references preferred.
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