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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1955
Page
12
Lorain County Engineer Donald E. Patterson was hailed as the Father of the Ohio Turnpike at a surprise testimonial dinner attended by about 175 men from Lorain County and across the state. The event, sponsored by the Elyria Moose Lodge, was held at the new Moose Hall on Sugar Ridge.
Lorain County Engineer Patterson was toasted at a private dinner in Oberlin in his honor for his role in creating the Ohio Turnpike. Ralph Winter, former state senator and Public Utilities Commission member, introduced the turnpike bill. The event highlighted Patterson’s foresight and thanked Winter for financing the road. The Lorain County Cancer Society unit reaffirmed its refusal of United Fund and United Appeal funds, choosing to run its own program with local board control. The dinner featured remarks by Congressman Baumhart and local officials, with gifts of a watch and a tape recorder given to Patterson.
Multiple obituaries from Elyria area including Albert E Miller of Amherst born 1884 dies after four year illness at Amherst Hospital. Levi D Malone of Shelby, Otto Curtice and Sara Curtice noted. Oscar Ray Stiles of Lorain and Fred Bilby of Lorain also reported. Burial plans, funeral homes, and survivors listed. services set for several towns including Wellington and Lorain.
A 14 year old Grafto youngster, Jimmy Lawson, a Midview High freshman, shot a four point buck on his first deer hunt. He hunted alone north of Grafton and has prior rabbit harvests this season as part of area deer hunters out early today.
At Strongsville the Spitzer Farms dispersal sale began with 150 head of Holstein cattle under cold conditions. Five auctioneers worked as bidders eyed the 21 acre farm herd, with early sales including Sir Fond Hope Nora at 280 dollars. Crowd of about 20 attended by noon, 7,000 expected, including drivers from across the county and even from South America. Maynard Hall of Clyde, NY, listed among out of town buyers.
Daniel L. Ranson a former Elyran now in city jail is charged with obtaining property by false pretenses and issuing a worthless check. He allegedly sold a cash register from Ehma Office Equipment Co. and mishandled funds tied to the sale. Authorities pursued Rankin since last year with ties to Muskingum County and Zanesville jails.
Alwin G. Spiess, 57, of 110 Water St, injured in a freak accident at Yost Garage in Temple Ct. He remained in fair condition after being struck while seated in a chair during a visit. His legs were fractured and he spent a night in the hospital.
Two Republicans Clair L. Hill and Dave Mowery are weighing runs for Lorain County commissioner as J Powell Jones retires. Hill runs Wellington Chick Hatchery owner and fairboard secretary manager. Mowery is a former Lorain school board president and former gasoline and tire dealer. Democrat J Norman Thompson plans to seek the party nomination for a second term as commissioner.
Elyria police report two morning accidents on Safe Driving Day 7 11 am at Woodland Ave and Spruce St and at 10 31 am at Middle Ave and 13th St. Joseph M Way 837 Lake Ave was arrested for failing to stop at a stop sign after the first crash. Elton Buswell 200 Park Ave was cited for failure to yield after the second collision. No injuries reported.
Federal matching funds may be available for a survey to locate and size a potential courthouse addition or relocation in Lorain County. County Regional Planning Director Richard Mac Ginnis said a preliminary study will be done by the county commissioners, who asked to see if federal aid could help. The estimated survey cost ranges from 8 to 20 thousand dollars.
Western Automatic Machine Co and Local 15 announce a three-year contract ratified by 65 skilled workers. The package includes a 32 cent immediate wage rise for about 90 percent, a 74 cent board increase, annual improvements, and new insurance, pension, vacation, and holiday enhancements. The deal aligns with a prior three-year pact with CIO United Auto Workers.
Oberlin College alumnus Mrs. Justitia Parsons McCaskey, born 1856 near Parsons Road, died in Mt. Dora Florida. She taught after graduation in 1877 and is survived by daughter Mrs. R C Bardwell and son John McCaskey. Graveside services will be held Saturday at 10 am in LaGrange with the Russell D. Fulton Funeral Home directing.
Last month Lorain county sheriff reports five traffic deaths plus one drowning and one homicide. November saw 71 traffic accidents with 24 personal injuries, 11 thefts, six break ins, eight DWI arrests, 274 calls, and 136 people jailed.
City officials and county planners weigh a county airport for the region. Mayors Keys and Jaworski formed committees last year but no actions were taken yet. State official Brown outlines minimal standards for a possible first airfield with a single runway and unobstructed ends. Ortner runs a Vermilion Savannah Road airport and previously operated fields near Lorain and in Norwalk.
William Steinhilber, a blind concession stand operator at Cleveland City Hall, reported two coats stolen Wednesday by another thief described as mean. He said he heard the thief leave the lobby.
In Cleveland, nine fire companies fought a three alarm fire at the Consolidated Paint and Varnish Co. Wednesday night. The plant was closed and the fire was spotted when smoke and flames appeared from the roof after an employee or motorist observed the incident.
The Philadelphia Eagles have requested waivers on Ralph Goldston. The roster shows Youngstown, halfback, and indicates Tov Ledbetter and an unspecified back from Oklahoma returning to the active list.
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