06 Feb 1958
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1958
Page
1
Thirty-two candidates filed for district and county offices amid extended declarations of candidacy. The wave adds pressure to local races as unofficial tallies show twenty five contests decided by May six with several unexpected entrants reshaping the race locally.
Harvard astronomer Dr. Fred L. Whipple predicts a four manned moon voyage within ten years and urges a national space agency run like the Atomic Energy Commission. He outlines a timetable culminating in a 1968 moon landing with tests starting next year and a manned mission by 1962 to orbit the moon. He also foresees a space telescope and a space station altering astronomy and宇 the universe view.
An aide hints at a possible Republican governor race as Taft aides consider an active or standby bid. Howard Chesler filed petitions, and Taft may withdraw or stay in. a Cleveland strategy group meets to decide. Columbus and Cleveland figures in the crowded party primary scene.
President Eisenhower, described as hoarse with no fever, met the National Security Council as planned. He and Mrs. Eisenhower consider a February trip to Thomasville, Ga., for a week, while a defense policy meeting may discuss the Cape Canaveral satellite rocket failure. Later, Surgeons from the American College of Surgeons present him with a cap and gown honoring his ileitis surgery.
AFL-CIO leaders announced that labor unity prospects have improved due to a new agreement to settle a long standing jurisdiction dispute between craft and industrial unions over who handles construction work in industrial plants. George Meany said the pact could foster better relations and understanding to help resolve individual cases like the Burt Manufacturing boycott in Miami Beach, where craft sheet metal workers oppose company products.
Ted Williams signed his 1958 Boston Red Sox contract today for a reported 125000, maintaining his status as the highest paid player in baseball.
Cloudy conditions across Northeastern Ohio give way to cooler afternoon temperatures with a high near 32. Expect mostly cloudy skies tonight and Friday with occasional snow flurries and lows around 16 to 32. Wednesday temperatures range 21 to 33 with 0.01 inch of precipitation in the last 24 hours ending 7 p.m. Wednesday.
A BEA Elizabethan airliner crashed on takeoff from Munich Riem airport killing at least 14. Authorities feared a British soccer team and some sports writers were among the victims. Rescue squads searched wreckage as a BEA spokesman said only 10 to 15 of about 40 aboard might survive. Eyewitnesses saw the plane rise about 60 feet then plunge.
A list of candidates by party for the 13th Ohio Congressional seat and Lorain County offices. Names include A. D. Baumhart Jr and J. William McCray for Congress, Charles A. Mosher and George Kokinda for State Senate, and Harvid S. Ewing for Domestic Relations judge among others.
Chrysler Corporation President L. L. Colbert accuses the United Auto Workers of waging a long campaign to usurp management. He says the union seeks to force disclosure of confidential competitive information and to shift pricing decisions to government or union control, while denying industry collusion on prices. The remarks come as regional planning notes and local budget items appear elsewhere in the paper.
Lorain welfare workers handed out 20 loaves 12 cupcakes 8 to 10 tarts and cakes to four jobless families at the Municipal Building as a relief effort. Mayor John C. Jaworski hopes for more donations from Kaase's Bakery owners Audrey Watkins and other shops.
Karachi Pakistan Prince Aly Khan 46 named permanent delegate to the United Nations. Former husband of Rita Hayworth he succeeds amid a new era of international society leadership and horseman reputation.
Farmer Harry MecVeigt forgot his key and chose to slide down the chimney rather than break into his home. Rescuers pulled him out 13 hours later after he became stuck halfway down the chimney in Altmore Northern Treland.
A brief report notes the Vanguard rocket awaiting a hangar move to launch pad after late stage control irregularities. Navy engineers seek to match Army Jupiter C after Friday night Explorer orbit, with telemetry showing engine issues between 57th and 60th seconds.
Elyrian launches congressional bid as candidates file to run in the upcoming election cycle. The entry follows deadlines set by election authorities and positions Elyrian against established senate and assembly contenders.
Fruehauf Trailer Co plans to move Memphis work to Avon Lake boosting output there after Memphis plant closed temporarily for layoffs of about 500. Avon Lake daily trailer production rose to 15 units from 12 and truck bodies from 4 to 10, with 25 recalled workers and orders to lengthen trailers up to five feet to meet new rules.
Short running want ad notice urges buyers to call Fairfax 3-3321 for fast help. Classified item offers a baby crib Kantnet mattress two twin innerspring items at 326 Denison Ave with FA 2-1170.
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