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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1962
Page
1
A sequence of 14 earthquakes struck Naples and surrounding southern Italy on Tuesday night and today, resulting in fatalities. Officials report shaking damaged buildings and disrupted daily life as rescue crews assess affected zones. Local authorities warn of potential aftershocks and ongoing danger.
The tremors killed 12 and injured over 200 as 500000 villagers fled their homes. Premier Amanzio Fanfani rushed aid to stricken areas while the Kennedy party vacationing near Ravello remained safe. In Washington a senator accused George M. Humphrey of windfalls from a government stockpile contract, prompting Senate subcommittee action.
Northeastern and Northwestern Ohio forecast sunny with little temperature change. highs 80s, lows near 60s. Tuesday's temps 65 to 55, humidity around 93 percent at 2 pm. Report also recounts a critic accusing a Cleveland industrialist of profits, government costs, and complex corporate structures related to mining and smelting ventures with substantial after tax gains and unauthorized expenses.
Midweek incidents at the Lorain County Fair included Genevieve Stanfield treated after a fall from the ferris wheel and 10 year old Janice Perkins with a minor foot injury. Attendance surpassed 20,000 on opening day and officials warned of potential further mishaps at events like the saddle horse show.
In Berlin, U S forces compelled three Soviet armored personnel carriers to accept a military police escort through Checkpoint Charlie to West Berlin to prevent attacks by angry crowds. One car moved ahead and another behind as the convoy reached the Soviet war memorial, then returned to East Berlin. Police detained 128 youths for questioning after disturbances at the checkpoint, while British envoy Sir Christopher Steel met with Mayor Willy Brandt.
A German Shepherd sheltered under a Sauk Ave car with four eight week old pups in Amherst. Police and the Lorain County dog warden captured the animals after the dog lunged at an officer. The mother and four pups were taken to the Lorain County dog pound for possible adoption.
Miguel Atria of Lima Peru remains a construction worker at 100 years old. He credits long life to little sleep a daily glass of white wine and avoiding women. His candid tips reflect a simple routine that keeps him vigorous for a century.
In Geneva US and Soviet officials limited talks to a possible direct bilateral approach while keeping the 17 nation disarmament conference open. Ambassador Dean said the plan may be raised later and stressed hearing other nations first.
Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev has told Hans Kroll he is considering a fall trip to the United Nations in New York. He would likely visit after Sept 18 and may aim to project a calmer image while avoiding a Berlin showdown. His possible visit could include a meeting with President Kennedy in Washington.
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