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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1942
Page
11
An article notes a push to convert auto plants for war production, detailing large contracts and accelerated deliveries. It cites specific figures for weapons, vehicles, and ammunition while outlining scheduling pressures and labor committee involvement to retool factories within weeks, with full conversion spanning months.
President warns that total war production and global mobilization are essential. He stresses using every available resource, including steel and copper, to defeat Germany, Italy, and Japan. He cautions against complacency amid enemy threats and urges unwavering resolve.
The government resumed the prosecution of 37 persons tied to an alleged $52.5 million cemetery jet project in Forest Glen. Judge Robert A. Nevin overruled motions to dismiss. The Marion trial of Robert Marshall and 36 others continued amid claims the evidence showed no conspiracy and rights to speedy trial were violated. The president’s wartime statements and themes of unity and sacrifice are mentioned in the surrounding coverage.
Washington Jan 6 Secretary of the Navy Prank Kaas announced the plant at Federal Shipbuilding and Dry Dock, Kearny New Jersey, is being immediately returned to its owners after 14 days of Navy operation to end a CIO strike and restart construction. Rear Adm J G Bowen oversaw the plant. the transfer follows an executive order signed by President Roosevelt.
Personal property values surge by 3.169 million, site value and real estate assessments climb, with Lorain County see totals near 16.9 million. Subdivisions show mixed moves as Avon and Sheffield Lake report notable increases, while Rochesio and Ridkevale post losses. Canada’s machine tool sector grows 600 percent versus prewar levels per the Department of Commerce.
British forces withdrew from Kuantan 175 miles northeast of Singapore and shifted on the Perak front to counter a Japanese left flank threat. Japanese occupation of Kuantan airfield enables escort of bombers raiding Singapore. No confirmed landings south of Kuala Selangor, but activity there aims to force withdrawal. Japanese air raids caused minor Dutchess in Johore and Singapore AC defenses downed two enemy planes at base.
London reports intensified Allied and Axis diplomacy in Scandinavia, with Britain and the United States expanding staffs in Sweden after U.S. entry. German resistance to pressure is noted, while Helsinki notes growing Finnish discontent as Finland negotiates its high command. The German press hardens its stance toward Scandinavia amid unclear developments.
County dog wardens led by Lee Minkler report 1 473 dogs impounded in 1944 with 83 killed and 32 injured. Revenue from dog sales and redemptions totaled $239 while fees for sheltering amounted to 526 for the year. The tally includes 312 cats seized and 11 dog bite cases with multiple quarantines arrests and property damage reports. Total county income from dog related activity cited as 15 A. G. comes in.
Ponds at McKinley, Hamilton, Roosevelts, Greeley and Bellfield avenues prepared for skating today though all show signs of looting. Fason provided critical details today about the conditions and ongoing concerns related to access and safety at the locations.
Ohio milk distributors propose a state wide conservation program to reduce truck mileage and deliveries oversee by standardizing bottle sizes and delivery days. Governor Bricker backs daylight deliveries with six day service for wholesale routes and fewer calls, urged voluntary adoption led by KE Barkey of Canton as association president.
Ridgeville Township has set a 400 dollar Red Cross War Relief fund quota announced by Mrs. H. G. Stacey. Letters will go to all local organizations seeking support and seven people and firms named to receive contributions including Mrs. F. Treadwell and Mrs. Minor Eldred among others. Sugar and Mrs. Stacey at the North Ridgeville center.
Two brothers James Zarka 20 and Jack 18 of 348 Second Street were bound to the grand jury under 3500 and 2000 bonds respectively on burglary and force charges by Mayor Joseph Q. Petro after arraignment. Three other boys, all juveniles, were turned over to juvenile authorities. Police said they burglarized St Johns Lutheran School on Third Street Sunday evening taking 39 dollars from a basement cupboard. two entered through a basement window while three watched from strategic spots.
Building inspector Hart Wicka son issued two building permits yesterday. Both were for one story dwellings. Leo B Wile James of Lorain received a permit for a dwelling at 4 Taulmana Avenue costing 5 1 oan. AW Bahl received a permit for a dwelling at 148 Pasad Avenue costing about 450.
The Elyria Water Department reported a large year including total pumped water of 1,296,730,000 gallons with an average daily 3,430 gallons. The daily peak was 3,100.06 gallons, with February and July totals noted. Chemical test data show chlorine and ammonia levels in the treated water.
Fragmentary report mentions diesel, exercise, skating, and a bank withdrawal of a sum near 109 dollars. Context and specifics are unreadable, with names and concrete facts not clearly identifiable.
City Service Director 1D. Fux states the city will advertise for two new police department cars. The notice outlines the procurement action and the intended use by law enforcement.
Lorain County appoints Walter J. Wright as commodities rationing coordinator after a county meeting at the county commissioners’ office. An advisory board was named with AH Hubbard of Lorain, B Melborne Green of 1040 Gutrold, and LG Stempla of Wellington to aid the coordinator as tires distribution begins under wartime controls.
Russian forces launched a major offensive toward Kharkov, a key Donets industrial hub, as Moscow claimed Red Army advances crossed the Kerch Peninsula in Crimea. Reports said Germans faced pressure near Kharkov while Soviet stormtroops and air forces sought to disrupt retreat, with Axis efforts to seize Sevastopol intensifying.
LaGrange school buses may be used only to transport pupils to and from school to conserve gasoline and prevent fires. The LaGrange Board of Education met last night and elected officers for 1942 with Leland Heath as president, Theodore Camp as vice president, and Andrew Rowson as secretary. Camp was sworn in as a new board member and Mrs. Jo x Waer sworn in for a third term.
Weather troubles blamed for an automobile incident as police report an icy condition and rising costs. The Friday accident resulted in damages estimated at over $1,000, with authorities warning drivers to exercise caution.
Chinese authorities report fresh forces converging on the Japanese army at Changsha. They claim about 60 to 70 thousand Japanese troops took part, with roughly 40 thousand killed or wounded and surrounded between the Jiusung and Laotao rivers north of Changsha. Chinese troops, aided by weather and air support, say they achieved artillery superiority in a major engagement.
Ro Maston outlines temporary plans for handling Elyria school children during air raid warnings. The plan shifts students with teachers and older students assisting younger ones, with flexibility for changes. A Civilian Defense housing survey aims to identify buildings suitable for large groups in emergencies, including several schools for potential use.
A knitting class announced by the Ehysla Chapter of the Red Cross will start tomorrow afternoon at 2 o clock in the Elyra Temple Building. Miss Edith, executive secretary, and Sarah Cunningham will lead the session. Attendees should bring their own needles and yarn as supplies are not provided.
Mayor Joseph announces reappointments to health civil park building and recreation boards plus commissions. Edward Wile Kennedy and Adelbert Robson among appointees with terms ranging one to five years. Ralph Young replaced by Harry Burr and Burton Ohlemacher succeeding Richard Sevecs.
Deputy collector E. Rimbeal of the internal revenue service announced that Elyria's local post office will handle income tax returns, with the office opening Saturday mornings and Mondays. More than two dozen returns were filed so far, and officials expect a large surge as deadlines approach. Unmarried filers with $750+ income and married couples with $1,500+ must file. forms have been mailed to last year filers.
Frank Eason a longtime West Avenue blacksmith known as a pillar of the old Elyria era died at 92 on the last day of the old year in his Glenwood Street home. Born 1833 in Northhampton he lived through steam railroads air travel and motor cars while operating his shop near Frank Wagner’s location. He moved to Elyria as a youth and married at Glenwood, his daughter Mamie at his side. His most poignant moment came when, carried by ambulance cot into court, he became a naturalized American citizen after years of assuming citizenship through his father.
Wilbur T. Vaught, track coach at EHS, was reported recovering today at Napoleon Hospital from injuries suffered in an automobile accident near Napoleon Saturday. He sustained cuts and other minor injuries from the crash when the car he rode in left the pavement and turned into a ditch. McClure.
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