Ohio Pike Ready for Use by November First 1954
The Ohio Pike is reported ready for use and to open by November 1, 1954. Officials expect traffic and commerce to improve as construction completion meets the projected date.
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1952
Page
4
The Ohio Pike is reported ready for use and to open by November 1, 1954. Officials expect traffic and commerce to improve as construction completion meets the projected date.
James W. Shocknessy, chairman of the Ohio Turnpike Commission, announced the 241.4 mile highway will open to traffic November 1 1954, earlier than the original June 1955 target after design review. Two critical points are Route 7 in Summit County and Route 120 in Wood County affecting opening plans.
The superstructures are to be completed within 500 calendar days after notice to proceed to the contractors. Bids will be opened Jan. 14.
The Roman Catholic Church ordained 450 new priests today in Rome basilicas and churches, including 27 Americans. The class included a 64 year old businessman and a former U S Air Force major among men from over 50 countries. Several studied at North American College in Rome. Notable names include Joseph Hartman from Washington D C and James Chamber a former Buffalo radio announcer. The Iowa businessman from Dubuque likely Patrick Norton father of 14.
Elyria Mayor Henry W. Ault urges citizens to use plain care and sober regard for others during the holidays. The proclamation calls for cooperation to protect human and material values and end avoidable accidents in 1953. Police Chief James E. Boggs asks moderation in holiday parties and safe rides home for those who have been drinking.
The article sets growth targets for breeding stock noting sows should gain 75 to 100 pounds and gilts 90 to 125 pounds during the gestation period.
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