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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1963
Page
9
Ford Motor Co spokesman in Cleveland announced that six thousand two hundred hourly workers at plants including Brook Benen foundry have been laid off as the Chicago Ford strike effects grow.
Mayor Charlies V. Neeson announced William McGovern of 537 High St. is the new Elyria civil defense director. McGovern, previously district executive for the Firelands Area Council, Boy Scouts of America, will take over after meeting with resigning acting director James Reynolds and County CD director Joseph D. Stockstill. Reynolds had resigned citing insufficient time for the role. In related news, Ford’s Chicago Heights plant strike and resulting layoffs affect some 9,200 workers across Cleveland and Sandusky areas, with additional cuts at Lorain and Brook Park plants.
Billy Trowbridge five was injured when his hand struck a parked car on Sprague Road near Ush ex Road while in the rear seat with his hand out the window. He will go home Sunday after surgeons at Southwest Community Hospital Berea removed sutures and reported good hand condition. Pins immobilized the bones and future use depends on therapy. He is the son of Mr and Mrs William D Trowbridge of Columbia Station.
A hearing before Lorain County Common Pleas Judge Le Roy F. Kelly proceeds on a zoning dispute led by Columbia Township trustees. They accuse Mildred Asper and John am Mildred Asper of operating a public picnic and recreation area in a residential district at 9925 West River Rd with frontage on West River Rd and back to the Rocky River. The court will take the matter under advisement after the hearing.
The Lorain County Medical Society will submit recommendations on Pleasant View Sanatorium to county commissioners within days. Dr. Henry Kleinhenz said the society’s council agreed on the plan after last night’s meeting. County officials asked the society in March to study future use as patient numbers dwindle with new treatments. Trustees have considered moving patients to a state hospital to save costs. Less than half of the 400-bed facility is in use, and decisions are postponed pending the report.
Raymond F. Schultz president of Schultz Optical Co. Inc. dies at 68 after fall from a roof in Bay Beach Ontario. Mayor Charles V. Neeson, who planned a one week vacation, dies earlier, and the city prepares for his summer move. Schultz Optical operates offices in Buffalo and French River Ontario and Depew New York.
Brake failure caused a two car collision on Rt 82 at Island Rd at 4 12 pm injuring eight people. All transported to Elyria Memorial Hospital with six released after treatment and two admitted for back and head injuries. Victims include Paul Greene 73 of Miami Florida and his wife Genevieve 63 and Annie Yin 65 Leola Johnson 35 and her son Angelo 9.
John Ewell of Brighton and Sue Box of Penfield were crowned 1963 junior fair king and queen during Junior Fair Night ceremonies at Lorain County fairgrounds. The event featured a parade of livestock floats and farm machinery, with 4 H members honored for achievement and scholarships awarded to local youths. The 4 H Band marked its 10th year and a fireworks finale closed the evening.
Four teens received $250 Rural Youth or Junior Fair scholarships at the fairgrounds during Junior Fair Night ceremonies. Recipients include students from Keystone and Wellington areas, with involvement in 4-H, FFA, and school activities highlighting community leadership and academic aims.
The county seeks Gov. Rhodes support for a $1.5 million water system to serve Carlisle Eaton and Columbia Townships. A study by County Sanitary Engineer Eugene Roberts notes financing via revenue mortgage could supply Lake Erie water from Elyria or Cleveland at lower rates, with potential benefits to residential commercial and industrial growth. The plan echoes earlier talks during Gov. Disalle's tenure.
Wellington reports 11 year old Jarry Stout drew crowds at the Lorain County Fair pony races. Stout, a 140 pound rider, rode four mounts, winning one race and placing in others while avoiding the whip and keeping safe. The Stout family runs Stout Stables and a riding academy, with Kathy and other siblings also active in pony racing. The article notes strong community support and cooperative rider sharing through a regional pony racing association, highlighting fun, safety, and local tradition over profit.
At the Wellington Junior Fair 45 steers were shown in four classes. The heavyweight Hereford topped 950 pounds, with top gain by Jean Emendi and Greg Hendricks finishing second. Class winners included Joe Zalka in Angus over 950, Dan Hiscox in Angus under 350, and Robert Woodrum and David Hiscox in Hereford under 950. The Lorain County Steer Club comprised 17 Angus and 28 Hereford members.
Mrs. Minnie Martin at 351 Nith St seeks to locate Annabelle Martin believed living nearby. A letter from Mrs. Mary Copie of Cleveland mentions Annabelle’s mother and Cousin Betsie Watt. Mrs. Martin will respond to the inquiry shortly.
A verdict on the liquor charge against Mrs. Elizabeth Furkas, operator of the Mayfair Bar at 115 West River St, will be delivered tomorrow. The case, charging sale of liquor to a minor, was heard in municipal court with attorney Jack Dilgren Judy Wiene presenting. Mrs Farkas bond set at $300 remains continued.
At Green Acres Children’s Home youngsters wash cars every Saturday for 1 dollar and provide a free shoe shine. Superintendent Robert Stephanchick says proceeds go to the alliance fund which is under $100.
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