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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1949
Page
1
A vast Arctic air mass sent temperatures plummeting to 15 below on western plains and across the East. The storm system caused at least 12 deaths, with Canada and New England hardest hit, while New York faced water shortages and rationing fears.
Oak Ridge Tennessee construction workers of all trades returned to work today ending a three day wildcat strike that idled 2750 men and halted a multi million dollar expansion program at the atomic center. An official from Maxon Construction Co said every craft at work before the walkout was represented this morning with some crafts reporting up to 95 percent back. AFL union business agents meeting with federal conciliator F E Hitchcock voted last night to urge members to resume work.
Cleveland The Federal Reserve Bank reported in its monthly review that farm income peaked in 1947 and fell through 1948 with further declines expected. It forecast a 15 percent drop in 1950 to about two thirds of the 1947 high, with livestock prices likely to fall next year due to ample production and softer demand abroad and at home.
The forecast covers northeastern Ohio with occasional snow this afternoon and evening and clearing skies tonight. Friday will be clear and colder with rising temperatures, lows around 15 and a high near 34.
The Elyria Service League hosts a Christmas bazaar and bake sale at the Center for Sightless on Third Street. Proceeds aid the Hospital Fund. Friday December 9 from 10 AM to 9 PM features handmade Christmas gift articles and refreshments.
Generalissimo Chiang Kai Shek and the Nationalist cabinet fled mainland China today, establishing a new government seat on Formosa as Communist forces closed in on Chengtu. The cabinet formed two guerrilla commands, one at Sichang in Sikang, while Nationalists urged Formosan conscription to defend the island.
Col James C MacDermott is appointed to the Lorain County Board of Elections to fill an unexpired term ending February 28 The appointment follows resignations and a Republican committee recommendation MacDermott is president of The MacDermott Company of Wellington distributor of Gulf products and auto supplies and was sworn in today by the Lorain County Clerk of Courts.
Mrs. Mary Petro of 839 Broad Street slipped at Middle Avenue and Third Street at 10 25 am injuring her back and tongue per police report She declined hospital examination per report
Judge D A Cook said a hearing will be held tomorrow morning on motions filed by Mayor-Elect Sidney Jordan Sheffield Lake and Councilmen-Elect Stephen Izold Carmen Tod deo Daniel Numgardner and Carl Ascher in defense of their election victories Nov 8. Defeated Mayor William Holley and defeated council members filed suits claiming the election illegal for lack of poll book signatures. The successful candidates seek dismissal on grounds petitions were not signed by the plaintiffs nor 25 voters as required by statute. Judge Cook will hear evidence in support of their motions tomorrow.
Lancaster common pleas jury yesterday found Donald J. Moerch 20 of Columbus guilty of second degree manslaughter in the September 2 1948 auto collision death of Mrs Idella Florence Denne near Lithopolis.
Hamlin West Virginia—Air Force captain Charles Yeager disclosed that eight of twelve pilots tested the X-1 at Patterson Wright Field in Dayton flew more than 200 miles per hour faster than sound. The rocket is being junked as four new models move toward production by Northrup, Douglas, Bell and others. Prohibitive fuel costs block commercial supersonic flight for now.
In Zanesville Earl K. Jones of Misco Mines said he signed a contract with the United Mine Workers providing wage increases and higher welfare payments. John L. Lewis pursued contracts with small operators, announcing more signings and a pattern for the soft coal industry while major producers refused to bargain and urged restraint. The union claims broadened influence as large operators oppose, fearing higher coal prices and disrupted production.
New York City grapples with a severe water shortage and a looming subway slowdown. Officials warn reservoirs hold 88.658 billion gallons, about 35 percent full, risking a “ghost city” scenario without rain. Chief water engineer Edward J. Clark cautions of power and health gaps if drought continues.
Richard Jennings, 37, of Columbus, started a life sentence in the Ohio penitentiary after a one day trial found him guilty of the May slaying of his wife Sarah at their home. Jennings testified he shot in self defense.
Darek Florist at 322 Broad advertises pine roughs and hemlock roping suitable for home decorations.
The U S government's anti trust suit against the Lorain Journal moves toward an January term trial in Federal Court Judge Emerich B Freed denied a temporary injunction against the paper for allegedly refusing radio WEOL and Lorain Sunday News advertising The judge said the case should have an early trial and the government may move for readiness to proceed while Journal counsel could seek a delay The court found no irreparable harm and the case narrows to a point with no clear precedent as to rights in dispute.
Willie Pollard of 319 North Street was bound to the grand jury under a $2,000 bond by Mayor Henry W. Ault after arraignment on a charge of cutting with intent to kill. Pollard was accused of cutting Pollard Brown of 200 Steelton Street in a scuffle at an Oberlin Road cafe last week. Brown has recovered.
Oscar Simon of 28 Chestnut Street was arrested on a charge of possessing policy slips after Patrolman Joe Plas spotted slips during a routine stop on West Avenue near the railroad bridge. Police Chief F E J Stankard said Simon will be arraigned later.
Claude M. Wall, 79, a longtime jeweler in Gallipolis for six decades, died last night. The brief obituary notes his lifelong service in the local jewelry trade. Also appears an unrelated advertisement for Elyria hardware Co promoting toys games gifts and layaway.
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that the Board of Tax Appeals has jurisdiction to hear National Tube Co. of Lorain’s challenge to additional real estate taxes and penalties for 1942 to 1944 totaling 99,000 dollars. The decision overturns the board and sends the case back for settlement. National Tube argued 1947 assessments on furnaces and pipe were personal property, not realty, seeking remission of the taxes.
Democratic Congressman Stephen Young of Cleveland will address a Elyria Democrats dinner rally at the Elks Marine Room on Wednesday December 14. Sheriff Carl R Finegan, chairman, announced invitations were extended to about 120 people. Dinner at 6 30 p m. Dinner committee members listed and Democratic County Chairman Joseph Uyhelyi of Lorain among guests.
Lt Gen Leslie Groves, head of the wartime Manhattan Project, said he withheld several secret atomic reports from former Vice President Wallace during World War II. He urged Congress to fully explore Jordan's charges that top U.S. officials aided Russia with secret materials, while defending his wartime decisions as protecting American lives. Wallace denied pressure from officials and sought to testify before the House committee, which had not set a date.
Washington officials report Britain urges recognizing the Chinese Communist government to monitor Moscow and allow western diplomats to witness developments. London says recognition is imminent. India and Burma may follow. Acheson says the U S has no plans and will consult Congress before any move. Ward, Bender, and Smith remain in Communist custody amid anti American propaganda. Elyria Polkateers hosting Saturday Candlesite Inn shows.
State Representative Edward W. DeChant said plans are under way for upgrades on State Routes 57 and 76 in Lorain county with contracts to be let in the Spring. Work also begins next year on Findley Forest along Route 58 south of Wellington, including a dam and inland lake. Surveys for Findley Forest and further Route 57 improvements near 254 and Twenty-first Street are underway, with 35 percent completion on Route 76 between Routes 10 and 82.
Harry H. Howett announced that Lorain County Child Welfare Headquarters in Oberlin will move Saturday to the county jail building in Lorain. The welfare board will take the second floor while the county board of elections occupies the first floor. The sheriff’s former living quarters, vacated in October 1948, have been remodeled for this move and remodeling nears completion.
Two Elyria doctors H J Austin and George Gill will join five Lorain county physicians honored for fifty years of practice or medical school graduation. Jewels and testimonial scrolls will be presented at the Lorain County Medical Society meeting next Tuesday at the Pueblo Lorain, dinner at 5 p.m. Posthumous award to the late Emil Hennig. John Hattery Mansfield councilor will present. Officers to be elected.
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Birklines unveils a new hat bar showcasing furs, satins, nets and velvets in shades from winter whites to southern bound pastels. Prices range 3.95 to 7.95 at 250 Second St.
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