08 Jan 1952
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1952
Page
1
Elyria City Council heard that the northeast storm water sewer section exceeded its bond issue by 18 913 dollars, with the project costing more than the 431 78 dollars approved in 1947. The excess was due to large rock areas not revealed in test drilling, while other storm water sewers finished within cost estimates.
Washington reports the 62nd Congress opens its second session with seven new members all Republicans and Styles Bridges becoming the new Senate GOP floor leader from New Hampshire. Fights brew over UMT and foreign aid as old issues reemerge in the new session.
Regular meeting swears in Allan Strong and John Hovis as new members while seven returning councilmen continue. Lorain Democrat Terry, council president for years, leads a reshaped body and committee picks set to guide road, parking, and budgeting actions amid plans for an off street parking program and nonpartisan judicial considerations.
Elyria Telephone Company reported to Elyria City Council that it has declared an annual dividend for stockholders. Harry K. Notley of the Graystone Hotel noted the move and asked how it could proceed amid a PUC order blocking dividends. City Solicitor Richard Baird said no dividend may be issued without PUC approval, while the company appeals to the Ohio Supreme Court. the order may remain in abeyance pending judicial decision.
County commissioners approved a $20 monthly raise for ten Erie Avenue Bridge workers and authorized hiring an extra operator to enable current operators to work a 40 hour week. The raise totals $320 for operators and $375 for the supervisor, with the arrangement reached this morning via CSO M A Melia who negotiated salary and hours. The article also notes Ohio political conventions and anticipated delegate battles among Republicans and Democrats, mentioning Taft Stassen Kefauver Hayes Eisenhower and Warren, with a brief shopping ad at the end.
Mrs. Ella Rockwood, aged ninety, recalls Elyria's transformation from a quiet village to a thriving city. She recounts land purchases, streets, and family ties, noting elders who taught and built during the town’s growth from wood lanes to thriving factories and modern transit.
Apt. Carlsen from the Enterprise is honored in Copenhagen as King Jerik appoints him a Knight of the Danneborg. In Ohio eastern counties see welfare costs decline with 1951 aid down from 1950. Lorain welfare expenditures fall from 24,951 to 16,010. Weather outlook calls for light snow in Lorain County, with showers and cooler temperatures midweek, rain Friday, and total rainfall near one inch. Normal highs and lows adjust through the week.
Hundreds gathered for the fourth annual Twelfth Night ceremony in Elyria as Rev. G Russet Margate led a peace prayer and burning of thousands of Christmas trees. The event featured Autkin's Benediction and the Elyria High School choir, with Mayor Henry W. Ault and Jaycees organizing.
Elmer Webber pleads not guilty to first degree manslaughter in the death of his wife Juanita Webber. Bound over to Lorain County Grand Jury with $3900 bond. Webber to attend funeral under Elyria police escort, then jailed locally. He allegedly admitted striking his wife seven or eight times in their home at 150 School street. Funeral at 2 pm at Welsh Goldcamp Funeral Home, Rev. Wallace Aker officiating. burial at LaPoxte Cemetery.
Washington reports Gen Dwight D. Eisenhower’s public confirmation as a Republican and potential candidate for the March 11 New Hampshire primary, with his name likely going before voters. Taft forces acknowledge a tougher delegate path but remain hopeful that Taft can still win the GOP nomination at the July convention.
The Lorain County Board of Elections approved salary increases for all staff members after a Monday meeting in the Elyria office. The move was presented as a board action during the session attended by members of the board.
The city of Elyria certifies 7,193,351 dollars available for general fund appropriation this year, 3,788 dollars less than last year. The certificate was prepared in the county auditor's office and delivered to City Auditor Ellsworth Alheit. Council will discuss the appropriation ordinance as a committee of the whole next Monday and revisions to the budget act last summer are expected.
The Lorain County board approved new clerk and deputy clerk salaries effective January 1 under a law allowing boards to set rates locally. Monthly wages rise for Albert Matuszak and Ruth Fox, with new posts for Hannette Vanca and Lucy Thompson. Other county funds and office roles show adjusted figures as part of the override. Investigation into potential boundary-line changes was also started.
The 1952 Elyria March of Dimes aims to raise 15000, up 1500 from last year, with Kenneth C. Hamister as general chairman listing seven vice chairmen for events industrial and professional groups and women’s organizations. The Lorain County Farm Club will meet at the Elyria Chamber of Commerce to elect officers and plan the annual dinner on January 29, while polio aid continued from prior drives included 1950 assistance totaling 27998.06 across local hospitals and services, with funds supporting hospital care braces and infantile paralysis programs.
PANMUNJOM Korea The United Nations rewrote its war prisoner exchange plan to meet Communist objections but the Reds call it unacceptable They are less hostile in subcommittees yet refuse to ban air field repair during an armistice UN and Communist negotiators plan to meet again at 11 am Wednesday Rear Admiral R E Libby said the UN proposal removes grounds for technical opposition The plan first exchanges prisoners man for man then civilians and displaced persons and guarantees automatic release for any remaining Communist prisoners after the exchange
Elyria City Council unanimously approved a 152000 dollar budget for the new sanitation department with 75000 dollars bonded debt for initial equipment. The operating budget excludes that debt totaling 77000 dollars, with labor as the largest cost at 98000 dollars and funds for equipment, buildings, land, and bonds.
COLUMBUS The Immigration Service warns Friday as the deadline for aliens to register current addresses. Papers may be obtained at local post offices. Plan Air Raid Drill COLUMBUS Ohio capital to hold first civil defense air raid alert drill since summer on Saturday with spotters from across the state.
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