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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1942

Page

2

Tax For Garbage Collection Is Forecast

A proposed garbage collection tax of 250 dollars per household and business is forecast at a closed council meeting in Mayor Joseph Q. Pete’s office. Finance Commissioner Chama SN Bik says the levy could raise about 1200 dollars annually based on a 2 dollar per unit charge and may address city finances this year. Officials expect further talks with a parking meter company as a possible supplementary source.

Eowagil Ihe Joseph Q. Pete Fant Wight Chama SN. Bik Wil Tay Interme Elyria Genera

Early Years Of Bank Recalled By Ledger Sheet

A ledger sheet from 1880s Cleveland and Elyria banks is recalled by James B. Seward. It links Savings Deposit Bank and Trust Co and Union Bank of Cleveland. The document captures officers in 1888 at Broad Street and Washington Avenue with Rockwood and Garford noted.

Elyria Cleveland James B. Seward Savings Deposit Bank and Trust Compens Charles Anderson Union Bank of Committee Savings Deposit Bank Ely Receuity i Kanna Ars Dent Ings Deposit Bank Broad Street Washington Avenue Dg. Hill Ralph Hill A. K

Sheriff And Deputy Testify Before Federal Grand Jury

Sheriff and deputy testified before a federal grand jury in a closed session. The proceedings focused on ongoing investigations with legal counsel present and no immediate indictments announced.

Hotel Proprietor Acquitted Of Charue Jahay

Hotel proprietor acquitted in December trial with evidence noting open access to the pubic and contention over public venue use. The defense argued the establishment welcomed patrons and complied with regulations despite the charge.

Registration continues at Garrard School site

A report states that no other registrations will be accepted at the raft boat Emia Block. Chief registrar Ebba Fosse announced at Garrard School on Saturday. The listing includes Miler, Mr. Day, Vernon Eleanor Wires Berger, and Madeet.

Garrard School Mi i Saturda Herd Ebba Fosse Miler Mr Day Vernon Eleanor Wires Berger

Admiral Standley Named Ambassador To Soviet Union

Admiral Standley named U.S. ambassador to the Soviet Union amid planning to ease Cold War tensions. The appointment follows his naval leadership and aims to strengthen diplomacy, with strategic focus on Russia and Japan, and ensuring continued Lend Lease material support.

Admiral Standley Soviet Union Washington Admir Warrison Stindles Standley Secu Sadorstip Adin William Prange Bote Leaky Museeay Russia Japan

Ontario Premier Says U S Fleet Is In Hiding

Ontario Premier Hepburn accuses the United States of hiding from the war and says Canada must be awakened to the threat before Pearl Harbor. He hints Canada lacks sufficient gear to withstand the war and discusses wartime conscription and political shifts under Mackenzie King.

Ontario U. S Chatham Ont Matche Hepburn United States Canada Meni Marga Kenzie King Conservative Jess

Death Record for Fonly Hensely Willows 75

Fonly Hensely Willows, 75, died December 3 in Alabama after living in the state over 50 years. Survived by husband, daughters Min Arise and Veranimi, and four sisters. Funeral services set with Rev H W Courts Poy at First Methodist. burial at local cemetery with arrangements by Curhs Funsrat Home.

Alyg Ia Khe Bey Fusbwnd Ste Leives Veranimi Alabama Manek Mist Owes Wolo Ont Elyousy Weliai Caluy Whiner George Massey Iakestee Beth of Vivde Brock Kenticky Poerner Thomas Het Fear Grande Hagia Heme Wien H.W. Courts Poy Fist Methodist ’ Affeiating Ridaeiaery Generers

Parole Hearings List Includes 135 Names Across States

A state pardon and parole board has scheduled 135 inmates for parole review. Names include Matikesw Geehenour and Peter Calabrese among others, with cases ranging from burglary to robbery. Some inmates are expected to be released in June or March as noted by deputies.

Mansfield West Virgina Officn Megory Peter Calabrese

Burglary Nets $400 Stolen In Local Break In

A burglary on Broad Street yields a $400 loss with a store clerk recounting the incident. The thief fled before officers arrived, leaving unclear clues as to the suspect. Local police continue investigations and urge anyone with information to come forward.

League of Women Voters Plans Education Program

The League of Women Voters outlines an education program addressing postwar issues and domestic concerns. It calls for three study groups on health and related social problems, wartime era probes, and foreign policy including the Japan issue, with registration during February and meetings led by Mrs. Melbourne Green and others.

League of Women Voters Tage Malis Vleetad League Melbourne Green Wood Lape Pere Iieal Sr Hail Bauer Flori i Veiga Imeeling Unler Beteery Japan

Invasive Japanese Offensive Impacts East Indies Front

Reported Japanese operations push into Cimimael and Pare ergieda. air raids over Malate in East Java fail to cripple Malang airdrome and Serrataiga naval base claims losses for Allied air forces. Casualties noted, including one dead, amid ground actions near Batavia and disrupted air activities across Sumatra and Ratavia.

Cimimael Pareergieda Anne Higteg East Java Serrataiga Naval Base Enery Teppe Dawa Fudistey Sumatra Pedal Diva Malang Mast Dava Ratavia Westra Yairgeames Batavia

League Of Women Voters Proposal Rejected In 1942

A garbled 1942 local letter shows the League of Women Voters proposal on fees and salaries rejected. Signed by President Auer, the document references a request for S350 and mentions commissions and board members, with unclear details from the damaged text.

Auer Ed Disapi Auernmade Ceeowe Eoletter Pring Pally Ward Wickens Wait Af Sono Saeed

Voter Aims to Cast Hinting Ballot Amid Election Signals

An unusual note appears in the precincts as a hinted vote appears to steer turnout. Officials urged voters to rely on official guidance and avoid speculation during the election window.

Deputies To Work 7 Days A Week, Get $10 Raise

The sheriff announced deputies will work seven days a week with a $10 raise, raising base pay from $165. The change expands the schedule from six days and reflects new requirements for ongoing investigations and departmental duties.

Urges Planting Of More Soybeans

A garbled 1930s era note urges farmers to plant more soybeans and mentions an unnamed state official and the AAA. The fragment references leadership and field work, with unclear names and dates, preserving the core call to increase soybean planting and agricultural support.

Aid For Aged Office To Observe Holiday

Aged services announce a holiday observance at the aid office. The event aims to assist elderly residents with seasonal needs. Officials encourage community support and note adjusted hours for the day.

No Bids On Police Pistols At Auction

A damaged item listing shows no bids received for police pistols and related gear. The notice details calibers and cartridges offered, with specific bids sought for 30 caliber rifles and shotgun belts.

Altborn Amtivtsl Hardware Co Meldinvee Harehware Co Heldriver Anihe

Meat Cutters Push 6 PM Closing For Stores

At a local meeting of the Amalgamated Meat Cutters and Workmen's Union 4 F L., a resolution to close all retailers grocery meat markets and similar shops nightly at 6 p m including Saturdays was approved as a power saving measure. William Campbell president said the six o clock movement is national in scope and other unions may follow. The group also noted a large turnout of its members and reported blood donation efforts prompted by the event.

Amalgamated Meat Cutters Wiliam Campbell Minerkins Siign Ted Gross

Ceiling On Rents May Be Coming

Mayor says he may seek a ceiling on rents and has invited real estate, Chamber of Commerce, Building Inspector Hart Ditkason, and GPA representative to discuss price controls. Negotiations reportedly center on ceiling prices for Seabord Jarepa Q Pet.

Chamber of Commerce Hart Ditkason GPA

La Grange School Adds Another Teacher

La Grange Village Board plans to add a teacher to the La Chance school staff to relieve crowded first and second grade rooms. Helen Fitzpatrick, from La Grange Rand Carlisle Townston, will begin teaching next Monday. Fitzpatrick is a Kent State graduate with prior substitute teaching in Carlisle and Belcen schools. She will teach a combined second and third grade class and support the lower grades.

la Grange la Chance School Helen Frapatrick la Grange Rand Carlisle Townston Fitzpatrick Kent State University Iatigue Carlisle Belcen Beard

Committees for Scrap Metal Collection Across Townships

Local notices list multiple committees tasked with scrap metal collection across Lenen, Ridecalle, Linen, Mele, Bradley's store area, and surrounding townships. Named chairs include UK Hales, Asa Watt, Karl Sima, and Cyril Reinders with members such as Fred Geeher, Milt Bujtoey, Robert Grills, and Emil Handrosh. The efforts center on county and township coordination for material salvage programs.

Myriad Mo Yeutyy Fred Geeher Wert Milt Bujtoey Be HO Keller Fereke Hewad Hata Robert Grills Whakovoy Fa Shuster W Alathe Sitith Columbia Pownship Heine Chiarman UK Hales WallsGit Lagersell Seeap Sillie Hentennin Gacare I Rideovitty EA Hvand Asa Watt Marie Eldred Linen Keat Ledeman Jeney Selfriver Pfotter Kin Bittle Bradley Meledow Corhate Karl Simaehamen R.A Stretcher Dan Cambell Cyril Reinders Emil Handrosh Asari Tac Elvi

Dairy Sales Group Elects Directors

Fragmentary report notes a meeting where directors were elected and discussed order fulfillment. Names appear garbled but indicate a group forming governance and addressing supply demands.

Dairy Sales Group

Townsendites Pay Tribute To Lincoln

Townsendites honor Abraham Lincoln's birthday with a program at the British Empire club hall. Waltz reads Life of Lincoln, other features include readings, group singing, and bulletins. A card party for Red Cross War Fund was noted, with plans for weekly events and a charity luncheon. The meeting closed with the national anthem and Townsend Pledge.

Abraham Lincoln Elyria Townsend Club No Camtr Ars Werre A. Mitchell Secretar A4 Club Ridkevdlevich Red Cross War Fund Leval Club Tom and Jerry

Zoning Ordinance Amended by Council Visitor Here

State Treasurer Walter J. Wright endorsed an amendment to the zoning ordinance at a public meeting near Whisatta and Cleveland streets. The council's action addressed tax and fee changes, affecting build permits and curb rents. Also reported later, Mary Daly of 149 West Bridge Street reported a theft of a cap from her mower, valued at 82.10.

Ata Coyel Whisatta Cleveland Street Tard Harwend Fteheon Guet Tae Canty Walter J. Wriht Ebricht Clvci Yoo Ran Daly West Bridge

Certificates Issued So Far Face Processing Delays

Post office reports only a few identification certificates issued to date as applications pile up. Postmaster Od expects a surge in business within a few days as flood relief and local residents seek forms and verification, with certificates moving from initial processing to distribution.

Issianer Alyrub Ixsee

K of C Valentine Party Plans In Elyria

The Elyria Canton Raighle of Cohuahus outlines plans for a Valentine party on Wednesday evening February 11 at Koealth hall Broad ot et. The event aims to help women meet men from Elyria and nearby areas with dancing and music by Conk's arches tre. All interested members are urged to attend for social and entertainment purposes.

Elyria Cohuahus Hele

Junior C of C To Meet Tonight

The Junior Chamber of Commerce plans a general meeting at the Koot to discuss a Red Cross Blood Bank drive. They aim for strong state board attendance with Reid March and Water Finke as main speaker. Members invite friends and refreshments will be served.

Chamber of Commerce Red Cross Dy Reid Brang

Markets Reported Commodities With Mixed Prices

Market notes list corn, flour, lard, and mill feeds with varied quotes. Livestock figures show cattle and hog prices steady to firm, with market activity across beanst and potato items. Names and exact figures are partially garbled but indicate regional trading channels and price ranges for staples and farm products.

Montana Toledo Nateners Pmiaes AGL Harps Cheire Saedhims Osiends Omeerlin Thor

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