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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1954
Page
3
Nichols notes a humorous society dinner amid internal quarrels over a truffles dish. Chef Paul Weber prevailed as host, with Leland Lovette observing, while diners praised wine and the dinner's revelry. The event emphasizes eating over formal structure, and the writer jokes about heavy dishes and overindulgence.
Georgia starts collecting a highway use tax on trucks from Ohio and New York in retaliation for their axle mile tax. Atlanta officials require a $10 permit and quarterly trip reports for trucks over 18,000 pounds. Enforcement will begin in about two weeks with special agents patrolling Georgia highways.
Glen McIntire of Ohio Edison warns drivers not to slip into accidents as ice and snow widen braking distances. He cites National Safety Council tests showing stopping distances lengthen up to 12 times on ice, with 110 to 250 feet at 20 mph depending on temperature. He advises slower speeds, careful braking, and pumping brakes differently for glare ice versus packed snow, echoing the Elyna Police Department winter program Stay Alert Stay Alive.
The Ohio Supreme Court bans photography during trials in progress in all courts effective today. Recess periods may allow pictures, but no broadcasting or televising during trials. The decision follows Canons of Judicial Ethics, with adjustments from bar associations. Chief Justice Weygandt calls it an absolute prohibition on photography and broadcasting.
Mrs. Ruth Fox of Favria installed the 1954 officers of Southern Lorain County Women’s Republican Club at the home of Mrs. D. Blake Stevick. Officers named include Belden Cowles president Willis Hines vice president Blake Stevick treasurer Fay Perkins corresponding secretary Florence Everson recording secretary and Julia Gates sunshine chairman. A membership drive was planned and a bake sale raised 43.50. Refreshments followed the meeting.
Avon Lake Fellowship Group of Avon Lake Presbyterian Church will meet at the home of the Rev. George Dutton on Wednesday at 8 p.m.
The 1954 world congress of travel promotion agencies is slated to convene in London. Officials from tourism bodies worldwide plan sessions on marketing, international cooperation, and industry outlooks for the coming year.
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