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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1959

Page

12

Fight Will Continue Chessman Appeal Rejected By Court

Convicted rapist and kidnapper Cressman Chessman learned the U S Supreme Court refused to hear his appeal for a new trial and he spoke with reporters in the warden's office near death row He faces imminent execution for 17 counts of kidnapping with death and related crimes and vows to seek another appeal or clemency. Governor Brown has denied clemency urging resolution of the case. Chessman has long claimed innocence and written novels to finance his legal battles.

Charles BR. Moore Quentin Cary Chessman Wren Fis U. S. Supreme Court High Court Cnessman Death Row Cressmen Ario E. Smith Edmund G. Brown Caessman Nim’ Sig Trie Vatican Osservatore Romano Brown Cressman Supreme Court

Birth control widely used among U S families study shows

A University of Michigan and Scripps study finds 62 percent of 2 713 white married women aged 18 to 39 approve of birth control with 12 percent more approving with qualifications. Usage varies by religion, rhythm method common among Catholics, and prosecutions for contraceptives noted under historic Comstock acts.

Washington UPD U.S University of Michigan Research Center Scripps Foundation For Population Research Morehhan

Keys Urges Caution In Holiday Driving

Highway Safety Director 3 Grant Keys urges real diligence and caution to counteract a expected heavy Christmas and New Year death toll. He orders enforcement to report satellites to nearest Highway Patrol from December 24 to midnight December 27 and from 6 p.m. December 31 to midnight January 3. The AAA issues six point precautions for the season urging safe parking, avoiding driving after drinking, leaving early for trips, and not speeding in holiday rush.

Columbus UPI Grant Keys Elvrra Keys

February Draft Quota Is Lowered for Army Inductions

The Army set a February draft quota at 6,009 draftees, the lowest monthly figure since June. It also announced 600 college reserve officers to be called up for two years of active duty starting May 1, and about 4,910 others to begin six months of training in the same period.

Chronicle Telegram Lorain County rates ad 1959

The Lorain County Printing announces subscription rates for The Chronicle Telegram. Carrier delivered and single copies cost 15.00 per year in Lorain and adjoining counties, 17.00 elsewhere in Ohio, 18.00 outside Ohio.

Lorain Ohio

Court Levity at Supreme Court Highlights Dissenting View

Supreme Court session features Justice Whittaker's jokes during the ruling on the Akron Ohio railroad crossing injury case. Justice Clark delivers the majority, reversing a jury's $60 damage award to flagman Carl C Inman. Justice Douglas criticizes the humor as inappropriate given safety concerns.

Carl C. Inman Akron Ohio Tom C. Clark Felix Frankfurter Clark Inman Whittaker Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Dagman Wiliam Douglas

Eisenhower Hails Greece Valor and Shared Democratic Ties

President Eisenhower praised Greece for its valor defending independence and supporting United Nations in Korea. He highlighted a shared devotion to peace and democracy with Greece, greeted by crowds in Athens, and outlined his schedule including embassy breakfasts and meetings with leaders.

Eisenhower Greece United Nations Korea

Strike End Seen Near Amid Storage Area Fumble

Workers walkout sparks confusion as drivers dispute causes of absence while trucks line Baumhart Rd near the New York Central tracks. Company cites difficulty in finding storage space and promotion runs at 35 cars an hour as divers search for updates.

Baumhart Rd Rt. 6 and 2 New York Central

Nixon says Eisenhower tour boosts future negotiations abroad

Vice President Nixon credited Eisenhower’s 11 nation tour with creating goodwill that will ease future talks. He noted enthusiastic receptions and explained U S aid aims to help host countries achieve economic stability while preserving independence. He also defended the President against Stevenson and Acheson criticisms as a misreading of diplomatic priorities.

Washington UPI Richard Nixon Eisenhower Nome America Nixon United States Dean Acheson

Freeway Links Open For Traffic In Columbus Area

Two sections of the North-South Freeway near Columbus will open today with a third stretch cancelled. Weather will decide when the eight mile Medina area segment from US 22 to Ohio 8 can open. A 7 mile piece from Ohio 53 to US 250 east of Ashland also opens along with a segment from Ohio 593 at Madison to US 21 near Conneaut. Federal rules prohibit service stations along the new freeway. motorists should plan ahead for fuel.

Columbus UPD Highway Department Ohio 8 Medina Ashland Madison Leake County Conneaut Ashtabula Cincinnati

Man Kills 2 Women Then Ends Life in Portsmouth

In Portsmouth Cyrus Lawhorn 39 shot his invalid wife Ellen Lawhorn 76 and sister in law Alice Fuller 62 and then killed himself with a .32 caliber pistol. The bodies were found in the Lawhorn home after a friend reported Lawhorn planned to kill his family following a tavern encounter.

Portsmouth UPD Tofay Lew YiFo Cyrus Lawherr Ellen ‘Lawhorn Alice Fuller Lawhorn

Edna Wallace Hopper Dies Recalling Gay Era Star

New York reports Edna Wallace Hopper mayor of two eras died at her home from pneumonia. The stage and film star rose to fame on Broadway in 1893 with Frohman and Belasco shaping her rise. She later became a beauty expert and public figure known for youth and a strict routine.

Edna Wallace Hopper New York UPD Edma Hopper San Francisco Bliss Hooper Jon Broadway Charles Frohman David Belasco Lady Holy Mariions Lillian Russell Geshing de Wolf Hooper Albat O. Brown

Cincinnati Fireman Arrested As Burglar

William Cunningham a 43 year old Cincinnati fireman was arrested after a Norwood Police sting matched his burglary pattern. Cunningham confessed to roughly 90 burglaries over the past year, stealing guns cameras and other items to fund his collection. Police recovered stolen firearms and a camera valued at about 1600.

Cincinnati William Cunningham Qi&cers Cunningham Fremans Harold Daniel Norwood Charles Fritzland Kentucky Fritz Danial Comninghnaem Hreman Hertuckt Lowns Cominshams

Lewis To Resign As Miners' Chief

Lewis announces resignation as head of the United Mine Workers amid 40 years in leadership. The union faces December elections by referendum as Kennedy nears retirement and Lewis cites progress, challenges, and the era of mechanization transforming mining and pay.

Lewis Balotnd Kemnedr Kennedy Lts UMW UMW Welfare Fund

Wet branches key to keeping Christmas trees fresh

Herbert Johnson, a major New England Christmas tree dealer from East Longmeadow Massachusetts, advises placing the tree base in water to prevent sap sealing the wound and recommends sprinkling water on branches every other day to maintain moisture through the holidays. He notes a bucket submersion adds little water compared to a proper stand.

East Longmeadow Mass Herbert 4 Johnson New Exsland

Brigitte Bardot Wins Battle Over Husband Homecoming

Brigitte Bardot wins dispute with the army over who should bring her husband Jacoves Charmier home at night. Charmier was discharged after weeks of nerves from army duty near southern France. Bardot, pregnant by costar Charrier, remained at home with him as rumors of his return circulated.

Paris CPD Brigitte Bardot Army Brass Jacoves Charmier Brigitte Val de Grace Aroy Sevani Charrier Miss Barcot Babette Army Gdty France Charvier Wen

Songwriter Keeps Elephant In His Yard At Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills writer Linkletter keeps a 747 pound elephant in his yard while awaiting Los Angeles Zoo setup. Cahn warns city council action if the animal remains confined and discusses plans for eventual zoo transfer.

Beverly Hills Chicren India Cahn Linkletter Los Angeles Zoo Maier

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