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 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1960
Page
12
British Greek Turkish and Cypriot officials meet to resolve differences stalling Cyprus independence beyond February 19. Britain convened the talks to resolve bases issues as the island nears self rule.
LSU Dean George H. Mickey declined comment on a report that a man called Mr X was located to back his alibi in the murder of Rosie McMillan. Mickey, 49, is jailed on the murder charge as details emerge of the assault six miles south of Baton Rouge on January 10.
Washington report discusses President Eisenhower's view on eligibility for a second term and the 22nd Amendment. It notes Ike cannot run for president again, yet questions remain about running for vice president and potential ticket ideas with Nixon or Truman. The piece also covers Truman’s status and possible 2024-era legal interpretations.
French led camel patrols and jet squadrons stand by in the Sahara for air alert drills as France plans its first atomic bomb. Airlines may face 12 hour desert flight bans during drill or test periods. Deputy Premier Soustelle tours Reggane test center amid questions on timing as de Gaulle seeks prestige.
Hollywood reports nine year old Ricky Powell son of actor Dick Powell and actress June Allyson was trapped on a 150 foot mountain ledge in Mandeville Canyon near Bel Air. Firefighters used a ladder to rescue him after about 30 minutes. Ricky and friend Steven Dart climbed from a turning point as the other boy turned back.
Vice Adm. Lyndon Spencer, president of the Lake Carriers Assn., reported that 1959 tonnages of iron ore, coal, grain and limestone totaled 144.6 million net tons, up 3.2 million tons from 1958, despite midseason fleet activity shortages and a steel strike.
Lorain County Publishing Co Elyria Ohio outlines 1960 subscription rates by mail, with prices for Lorain and adjoining counties 15.00, Ohio residents 17.00, and outside Ohio 18.00. Publication details include daily except Sundays and legal holidays and office address at 225 East Ave Elyria.
The Navy announced that seven ships will participate in Operation Skyhook to launch the world’s largest balloons near the West Indies next week.
London reports British, Turkish and Greek Cypriot delegates remain at odds over a 125 square mile military base as a price for Cyprus independence on February 19. Archbishop Makarios backs a smaller base, warning Britain seeks a Mediterranean Hong Kong, risking further violence and delays to the national handover.
Jony De Tardo, 85, with the same San Rafael address for 40 years, refuses offers of a new life and plans to die in San Quentin after arriving there in 1920 following the shooting death of his pregnant wife. He says he will celebrate his birthday behind bars until feet first.
An United Press International survey tallies ten fatalities from Ohio accidents from Friday night to Sunday midnight. Victims include Brenda Lawson and Teddie Ann Trout in Gallia or Rio Grande College student deaths, plus motorists in Middletown, Cleveland, and Columbus.
President Eisenhower in his budget message calls for prompt enactment of a $57 million 1961 area assistance program to aid regions with chronic unemployment. The funding would mainly finance loans and grants to supplement existing federal state and local efforts. Rep Daniel Flood says an all out push will seek Senate-passed legislation setting up a $250 million program. The President cites fundamental shifts in consumer buying habits production methods and industry location as causes of unemployment in these communities.
A Columbus Ohio committee proposed a monument in Genoa Italy honoring Christopher Columbus born in Genoa. Mayor Vittorio Pertusio received plans for a globe motif with three masts. the sculpture funded by Columbus school children.
Two Korean prostitutes shaved by American soldiers in the U S Seventh Division area received 360 dollars each from the U S Army. Kim Ae Soo 38 said she would use the money to start a retail business while Kim Jung 22 offered no plans. Officials protested. ambassadors apologized.
Japanese Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi arrives in Washington for a three day visit to sign a mutual military and economic pact with the United States. With Eisenhower present the leaders will sign in the White House East Room Tuesday afternoon followed by talks at the State Department and a luncheon in Kishi’s honor. The accord continues US bases in Japan under Japanese sovereignty and replaces a 1951 treaty Amid Cold War tensions the alliance aims to keep Asia’s major industrial nation in the western democracies while Kishi’s political stance is noted as a shift from past wartime associations. The exchange of notes grants Japan an implied veto over US use of forces in Japan with about 63 000 U S personnel in the country.
The Senate Rules Committee began hearings on a plan allowing the President to appoint federal registrars to verify and register voters. Witness Robert Storey, former dean of Southern Methodist University Law School, urged the proposal while Sen. Russell criticized its constitutionality.
Actor Mark Stevens was to testify in the Finch Tregoff murder trial in Los Angeles as a witness for Barbara Jean Finch. He recalled playing tennis with Mrs Finch before she was shot on July 18, and his testimony is to address threats by her surgeon husband Dr Bernard Finch.
President Eisenhower releases a budget predicting a large surplus partly from Social Security tax receipts and $11.7 billion in expected benefits for seniors. He warns success depends on forecasted growth and tax revenue, faces a skeptical Congress, and proposes public works starts and labor reforms while ruling out an immediate tax cut.
Floyd E. Hargrove's arraignment for first degree murder was postponed at his attorney Louis A. Turi Jr. request to allow another truth serum test. A hearing on the motion is set for Tuesday.
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.