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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1965
Page
1
Lloyd the plush mascot welcomes donors at The Chronicle Telegram lobby for the Not Forgotten Box campaign. Shoppers can donate unwrapped toys for Salvation Army distribution to needy children, with the box open Monday through Saturday until December 2.
A compact report notes two champions emerged with 85 points each. LaGrange and North Ridgeville produced the co champions in a local meet held at page 17, highlighting their strong performances.
A former Elsman sails toward a new home in Australia as witnesses describe a dramatic sea moment and singing calls gaining popularity. Meanwhile a square dance circle reports a fresh controversy over researchers’ methods in sex studies, reflecting ongoing debate.
Elyria Catholic defeated Lorain St Mary 76 to 53 while Elyria High downed Admiral King 77 to 55. Other area teams Huron North Ridgeville Avon Lake Amherst Findlay and Keystone also earned wins.
Ted Wood argues strict traffic law obedience could reduce auto casualties in The Woodpile column. The piece emphasizes personal responsibility and safer driving as a public concern.
The forecast calls for clearing weather with clouds and wind this afternoon and evening. High near 54 43 degrees with fair skies tonight and a low around 25 to 20. Sunday will see increasing clouds and little temperature change, with light snow or rain possible in the afternoon or evening.
A 31 page Cleveland law firm report prepared for Lorain County outlines borrowing options and debt limits without voter approval. It analyzes $3 million bonds and a $12 million cap, showing projected annual payments and tax impact within a 16 mill operating levy.
Gemini 7 aims for lift with astronauts Frank Borman and James Lovell as forecasters call weather satisfactory for orbital operations. Cape Kennedy conditions include light winds and Atlantic recovery ship Wasp ready. Gemini 6 crews proceed training for a Christmas mission as ground checks continue.
A campaign to collect a mile of signatures from students in support of the US effort in Vietnam rolls into high gear in Dayton. Co sponsored by WING radio and the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce uses paper rolls from Standard Register Co. and runs through January 1 with a spokesman claiming Dayton students show faith in government action and are not dissidents.
The incident near Saigon involved a supposed backup device intended to strike US facilities. Reports claim a claymore mine exploded, injuring numerous Vietnamese civilians and wounding at least 10 Americans. A U S spokesman denied a planned raid, and the scene included gunfire from insurgents.
Elyria residents have increased mail to servicemen in Viet Nam, sent via APO or FPO San Francisco. Officials cannot determine exact volume but report a surge, estimating a 10 to 15 fold rise in mail to the San Francisco office over the past weeks. Many locals seek correct addresses for service members listed in The Chronicle Telegram while some send Christmas cards to unknown personnel.
Lorain County reductions total 103 million across real and personal property. Personal property accounts for about 181 million of the drop, with Lorain Works of US Steel cited as the largest individual cut at 9.25 million. Republic Steel also shows substantial decreases while real estate and commercial growth offset some losses. Auditor Joseph J. Mitock released the figures based on Ohio Board of Tax Appeals inter-county returns.
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower has abandoned his wheelchair at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. A hospital spokesman said the general continues to improve and now walks instead of riding in the chair. There is no release date, but he is expected to be home for Christmas at his Gettysburg farm.
Three Ku Klux Klansmen were sentenced to 10 years for violating civil rights of integrationists including slain Detroit housewife Viola Gregg Liuzzo. The verdict, part of a federal conspiracy case, drew praise from the President and civil rights leaders. Attorneys pledged appeals to the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
A 43 year old Lyndhurst man killed his wife Sherrie 45 and son Gregg 15 before taking his own life. The bodies were found by Rev Walther Marcis of St John's Lutheran Church after his wife’s mother reported concern. A gun was recovered near the husband.
Aides to Ohio Representative Charles A. Mosher report letters from district local government leaders seeking guidance on qualifying for and applying to federal welfare and community development funds. The 89th Congress passed many bills across air pollution to public housing, creating confusion over available aid. A Michigan example by Rep John D. Dingell offers a potential remedy.
A house on Butler Road south of Birmingham burned to the ground shortly after 3 a.m. Investigators labeled the blaze arson with evidence from the scene. Fire Chief Knott and sheriff deputies noted prior nearby fires and a vigil by the owner, while witnesses and a nearby barn fire were investigated for possible connections. Estimated loss valued at seven to eight thousand dollars.
The aircraft carrier Wasp moved into the Atlantic recovery area and stood by with rescue teams for the launch of Gemini 7 from Cape Kennedy. The ship reported it was ready and waiting.
A Elyria newspaper reports the Elyria Telephone Co has installed a direct line to Santa. Dial 323-5600 after Monday noon until Christmas to talk to Santa or his helpers. The article hints at who will fund the extension and notes Youth Council involvement.
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