08 Jan 1955
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 16 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1955
Page
1
Cleveland records show Dr Samuel H Sheppard granted by Judge Harry A Hanna permission to attend both the funeral service at the funeral home and the graveside for his mother Edith Sheppard who died Friday by self inflicted gunshot.
Adm Arthur W Radford chairman of the U S Joint Chiefs of Staff will tell President Eisenhower strong and dramatic measures should be taken to bolster Asia against Communism reliable sources said today Radford who has just completed Asia mission is now en route home after a brief stay in Tokyo and Manila
Police chief in Washington Court House says the U S program has support but questions remain. Everett Brumfield, 43, is charged in the fatal beating of his wife Genevieve, a case tied to broader debates over military aid and anti communist aggression.
NORRISTOWN Pa The family of William T Marchuk one of the Americans freed today by the Russians after five years imprisonment said they were overjoyed His sister Mrs Nell Clemson who was ill with a cold shouted that's wonderful when told by United Press that her brother had been released Two other prisoners John H Noble and another man were turned over to American authorities in Berlin but a third prisoner not released The family voiced sympathy for the remaining detainee and noted the emotional relief at the release time and weather details in the report
Berlin AP reports Russia released John H. Noble of Detroit and William T. Marchuk of Brackenridge after more than five years in captivity. A third American, William A. Verdine of Starks, La., remained jailed. Noble, 28, and Marchuk, 38, were freed at 9 am EST. Verdine’s fate was unclear.
John M. Powell announced his resignation as city engineer effective January 31 after 35 years in the post. He will join Havens and Emerson of Cleveland as a consulting engineer following a lengthy period of contemplation and several offers. The city awaits a successor.
McCarthy allies pressed for a fifth amendment claim against Major Peress. Army deputy chief of staff Weible and Adams cleared Peress with no evidence of subversive activity. Zwicker was absolved of responsibility. McCarthy seeks Senate testimony from Levens Zwicker Adams and Weible. Radican, a longtime tax consultant, named for Senate investigation roles while Daniel pushes a broader inquiry.
Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold and Chinese Premier Chou Enlai held a fifth hour session on the fate of U S airmen jailed in Red China. Radio Peiping carried the report as Hammarskjold planned to stay in Peiping. A fourth meeting was scheduled for Monday. The talks mark a critical phase in the long pursuit for a resolution of the spy charges and prisoner release.
Mayor J Grant Keys directs Safety Service Director to retract Dickason dismissal and charges, clearing path for the building inspector’s retirement. Lotko confirms duties changed and Dickason plans retirement after a two week vacation, while Dickason accepts the mayor’s action and may drop Civil Service appeal.
IAS PODLEY enters race for city treasurer Eugene Smith seeks re election to council. Boggs calls city jail grace offers seven point program to improve police department. Amherst Automotive Page On Builders Pages.
The divorce action names Frances Case Cobb, 45, as plaintiff against Ty Cobb, 68, alleging extreme cruelty. Cobb married her in 1949 after his previous 39 year marriage to Cecilia Lombard Cobb ended in divorce.
Rep. William L. Manahan seeks a law forcing districts to run a high school or close. It would reduce the number of districts and end the 400 smaller ones, shifting funding and tuition policies. The plan links state aid, enrollment and capital funding to district size and high school availability.
In Indianapolis Armine Reese, 14, jumped in front of a car driven by his brother James, 16, to test stopping speed. James could not stop in time and Armine died from injuries at St Francis Hospital on Friday.
A prisoners riot erupted early today at the Olmos Penitentiary in Buenos Aires Province Argentina. Authorities reported clashes and inmates taking control of parts of the facility during the disturbance. Possible injuries were not yet confirmed and details remain evolving.
Washington sources report a special residential commission urges the government to more than double highway outlays over the next decade, signaling a major scale-up in federal road funding. The recommendation comes as informed officials disclose details of the panel's plan.
Democrats plan to open their national convention on August 27 1996 as the latest such date in history. The move surprised Republicans who were not consulted and could affect joint planning and shared costs. Chicago Philadelphia and Atlantic City were discussed as potential sites with Philadelphia favored for its $250000 expense fee and historical ties. Senator Everett Dirksen supported Chicago, arguing the date need not disrupt joint planning.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.