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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1958
Page
4
A second dispatch outlines forthcoming changes in Britain’s social security law as the nation begins modern highway projects. The article notes shifting infrastructure priorities amid reforms and stresses nationwide planning for improved routes and transport efficiency.
The British government expands a highway program to reduce congestion with five major super highways including a 110 mile London to Birmingham link begun this year and due for completion in 1959. Costs rise beyond initial estimates. plans also include an 80 mile Birmingham to Lancashire extension and a Birmingham to Bristol link.
Clarksfield Grange members collected and delivered Christmas boxes to elderly residents in the township and nearby areas. Families from New London Amherst Sandusky and Kipton joined the effort sharing food gifts and holiday cheer with seniors and neighbors on Christmas Eve and Day.
Kipton report cites Miss Frances Perkins with Oberlin contact. Describes small schemes, mainly bridge construction and bypass roads around congested areas. Wet weather hampered road building, flooding halted excavation at times, but high roads are coming while low roads go.
Humans evolved to run barefoot but now stand on hard floors most of the day. Replacing with rubber or linoleum or installing highly resilient underlayments or soft sub bases can improve comfort, though removal of old flooring and doorway adjustments are drawbacks. The upgrade lasts for years and may be worth the time and cost for those who stand long hours.
A Christmas era column urges using cars to serve the community and outlines safe driving and maintenance tips. It covers brake fluid contamination tests, fuel filter checks, ignition timing marks, distributor shaft wear myths, and oil flow to overhead valves. Includes a long reader Q A from The Chronicle Telegram’s automotive expert Russell with practical car care advice.
William A. Crossan aged 47, president and general manager of the Metropolitan Brick Co. of Canton, died Thursday. He is survived by his wife Beulah, three sisters and his parents.
A brief AA description outlines fellowship aims to solve common problems and help recovery from alcoholism. Membership requires only a sincere desire to stop drinking, with no dues or affiliations. Box 21, Elyria, Ohio.
Drivers now juggle hands on signaling, left foot braking, and a growing set of gauges and electronic controls. The article notes the shift from manual sills to button driven operations, urging caution to avoid miscommunication with other motorists while embracing advanced headlight and signaling systems.
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