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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1957
Page
12
Washington reports President Eisenhower plans to wait for the new flu vaccine before taking a shot. The first day of court proceedings featured the prosecutor’s opening statement and Japanese trial scheduling with Judge Kawachi promising to speed the process without hurting court procedure.
The piece reviews calls to clear Gen. William Mitchell of 1921 court martial charges and notes a 34 vote recommendation by the Air Force board to set aside the conviction. It outlines White House staff illness, flu tests, and pressure for Asiatic flu vaccination, with references to Eisenhower and the Nagasaki era concerns.
In South Hadley Massachusetts Frances Perkins former secretary of labor in Roosevelt's cabinet joined alumnae at Mt Holyoke for commencement noting her 55th class reunion.
James Hoffa, head of the Midwest Teamsters Union, said he has not changed his mind about running for national president at the Miami Beach convention on Sept. 30. He spoke before a possible stormy executive board session as Teamster leaders, including retiring President Dave Beck, faced corruption charges and a Senate rackets hearing. Hoffa declared he will be a candidate and that members will decide.
Ohio’s Health Department reports 1956 births exceed 250000, lifting state population to an estimated 9,058,712 while deaths reach 87669, led by heart disease and cancer. The report notes more marriages and fewer divorces, and details national crime and farm price outlooks for context. The text also mentions a criminal libel trial involving Francesca de Scaffa.
The Agriculture Department projects farm prices generally good with next January’s slayers down six to eight per cent. Wheat production falls six percent to 915 million bushels while feed grain supply for 1957 58 reaches a high. Pasture conditions are the best since 1951 and vegetable processing output dips though overall supply remains near unchanged.
The Evansville Safety Board ordered the removal of two public phones used for horse race betting and may force gamblers to travel farther to place telephonic bets. The action reflects local efforts to curb betting activity and regulate gambling access.
Widespread rains aided crews containing a 3500 acre forest fire in upstate New York. About 500 volunteers and 11 fire departments fought the blaze described as New York's worst in 23 years as showers were expected to finish extinguishing remaining hotspots. Cooler air moved in from Canada with relief in the Northern Plains and warmer, fair conditions forecast for the Great Lakes and mid Atlantic regions. Rain was also recorded in Philadelphia Baltimore and New York City during the storm.
A string of weekend crashes across Ohio left at least 19 dead and many injured. Victims include Charles Hayes 21 from Elyria and Eddie Dexter 52 from Detroit among others as cars and a plane crash contributed to the high count. Police report crossings and road hazards near Shelby and Columbus, with pedestrians struck near Cuyahoga and Akron areas.
Washington dispatch notes Republicans anxious over Wisconsin special Senate contest to replace the late Joseph McCarthy. Democrat William Proxmire and Republican Walter Kohler contend amid hopefuls and wary farm, independent, and liberal currents. Forecast turnout around 600000 with 20 000 votes projected for independent Boyle. Johnson's four year reelection underscores regional shifts.
Cleveland report notes steel ingot production climbed to 82 percent of capacity the highest since June. If the trend continues, 1957 output may match the 1955 record of 117 million tons, aided by auto and appliance demand and expected late-year orders. Public notices of driver licensing age follow.
Census Bureau reports state tax collections reach 87 dollars per person in fiscal year 1957 ending June 30, with total state receipts around 14.4 billion nationwide. California leads with 1.637 billion, New York 1.440 billion, followed by Pennsylvania and Michigan.
Senator Frank Lausche of Ohio stated on Meet the Press that he will not seek another term as governor. The declaration came during a national broadcast in which Lausche reflected on his political career and future plans.
Columbus reports seven Ohio county fairs and one independent fair opening this week. Richwood hosts the independent fair starting Saturday through Labor Day. Fairs are slated for Noble, Paulding, Mahoning, Geauga, Montgomery, Fulton and Sandusky counties.
Surgeon General Burney advised egg allergic individuals to avoid the flu shot while stressing for others it is recommended. He noted reactions are rare and milder in adults, more severe in some children, with decisions to inoculate best made with a doctor. The Public Health Service pursues guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Infants with chronic illness face higher risk of complications. Busy parents story follows in Hartford about two certifications and a long travel day.
Kent State University students will receive Asiatic Flu vaccine starting this fall quarter. Students will pay for the vaccine, but shots will be administered free of charge at the campus health service.
After preexamination, applicants receive a form to present to a deputy registrar for a temporary permit to operate a motor driven cycle limited to five horsepower. The permit lasts 30 days and allows operation off streets and highways, while riding on highways requires a standard driver license.
Sumitt County deputies investigated a spate of horse killings at the Pinecrest County Club near Twinsburg Township. A show horse was killed by a hatchet blow to the heart, another by a head shot, and a third stabbed with an ice pick. The vandalism spans five years at the proposed recreation area east of Chrysler's stamping plant.
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