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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1965
Page
1
The Not-Forgotten Box marks the start of the Christmas season in the CT area as the community contributes toys, food, and clothing for less fortunate children. Residents are urged to place new toys in the box, which may include handmade items, to brighten a child’s Christmas.
Communist guerrillas slipped into Tam Ky in the early hours and attacked the American military compound and government headquarters with hand grenades and small arms. No American casualties were reported and Vietnamese losses were described as light. The assault involved about 30 fighters who withdrew into Quant Tin Province.
Critics say driving safety concerns are misdirected as coverage notes a wildcat bus strike and debates at city pages referenced. Ted Woods comments on page 25 about related safety discussions and local reactions across multiple sections.
Soviet Foreign Minister Andrej A. Gromyko told British Foreign Secretary Michael Stewart that peace in Vietnam requires an end to bombing of North Vietnam and withdrawal of all U S troops from South Vietnam. The two met for a three hour discussion at the Soviet Foreign Ministry and this was Stewart's second meeting since arriving.
Paris reports President Charles de Gaulle facing a tight presidential contest as polls show his support around 49 percent. He delivered a hard hitting address attacking opponents vows and warning of “hateful confusion” if not reelected.
The forecast calls for warmer and mostly sunny skies today and Thursday. Highs reach the mid 30s to near 40 while tonight stays fair with a low around 28 to 35.
Gemini 7 astronauts Frank Borman and James Lovell pass a five hour medical checkup with no difficulties expected. Meteorologists say forecast for Saturday launch is satisfactory with balmy temperatures partly cloudy skies and moderate breeze. Spacecraft crews continue loading super cold oxygen into Gemini 7 and prepare for the mission.
A report notes that learning can be transferred between species by a hypodermic needle injecting brain-produced substance. The finding is described as not implying chimpanzees or other species could join learned societies through such transferral.
Local briefs include contract bridge deaths births and municipal court notes. Grafton and Elyria feature medical and financial items while sports calendars and theater listings appear alongside livestock and produce sections.
James A Vance of Ontario calls pollution the key Great Lakes threat, not water shortages, citing raw sewage and industrial wastes. The Ontario Water Resources Commission outlines cross-border concerns and possible large-scale water diversion options amid rising pollution enforcement talks.
The Not Forgotten Box campaign gains Lloyd the Lovable Lion as its 3 foot tall gold plush mascot from Sigbee's Bargain Town USA. Lloyd will greet donors at the Chronicle Telegram lobby in Elyria during the toy drive, visiting desks and welcoming children with his befuddled cross eyed charm.
Lorain County deputies faced a snarling large Weimaraner guarding the body of John J. Mickler 51 of Cleveland after he died in Elyria during a heart event. The dog blocked access until officers used no force as investigators note Mickler had a heart condition and was under medical care.
Santa needs Bambi's bravery as the tale unfolds a lost letter in peril from the Big Bad Wolf. Bambi and friends race to save Christmas by retrieving the letter, with daily installments on the comic pages.
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