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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1956
Page
12
Guatemala City spectator Roberto Ovando Arden described the May 24 crash that killed 30, with four victims dying after he pulled them from the wreck. He endured two days among burning debris while wild beasts were attracted by the odor. He hitchhiked back to civilization, saying only God could save him.
Cleveland doctors describe cases where heart activity returned after near death due to coronary issues. They advocate widespread training and ready resuscitation equipment to enable second chances outside operating rooms and hospitals, noting minimal damage in these instances.
The state auditor completed a routine review of city accounts focusing on the Water Department but has not yet issued an official report. The hearing revealed $3,990 unaccounted and highlighted meter posting issues and unposted readings across parks. City Auditor Fillsworth Abed faced pressure to resign, but the commission did not recommend action, citing lack of time and experience to judge the office.
Tony Te-year-nid, mauled by a lion at Whinsnade Park, had both arms amputated below the shoulders. Reverend Ronald Aylward climbed into the pit with a bar and released the lion, aiding the boy and a group of juniors.
Senator Kefauver blasts party leaders as he and Adlai Stevenson wage sharp exchanges in California and Florida during final push for delegates. The fight centers on race and school desegregation stances, with Republicans courting black voters amid GOP pressure from Eastland.
Congress weighs penalties for drug trafficking with Rep. Hale Boggs predicting House approval of a strong narcotics bill that does not include the death penalty. The Senate has passed a death penalty measure for heroin trafficking to juveniles and repeat offenders.
Democratic strategists scrap frontal attack and campaign to cast President Eisenhower as a pleasant, golf loving figurehead. The plan aims to portray Ike as a captive leader with advisers running the country, citing remarks by officials and White House apologies as proof of Republican missteps.
The Ohio Supreme Court upheld the 1954 murder conviction of Sam Sheppard, ruling the jury had a duty to convict absent a reasonable hypothesis of innocence. The decision rejected retrial of facts, noted defense objections to trial ambience and juror phone calls, and left Sheppard to serve life with eligibility for parole after ten years.
Buffalo officials and civic leaders met to plan preventing a repeat of the Memorial Day riot on the Canadiana boat. The FBI has opened a full investigation at the request of U.S. Attorney Jet O. Henderson. Police detained about 30 teens and several were injured as white and Negro groups clashed aboard the excursion boat.
Sheriff investigates Mohowski shooting with deputies Laytart and Kelley firing into the air. Questions linger on intent, timing, and who fired first. FBI aid sought to verify if Mohowski fired toward Washington D. C. officers.
Damascus based Syrian Labor and Trade Unions Federation urged the government to recognize Communist China and provide financial aid to the Algerian Liberation Army. Egypt had announced recognition two weeks earlier.
Negotiations resumed between Republic Aviation Corp and the Machinists union as talks aimed to end the lengthy walkout. Reported treasure linked to former dictator Peron era surfaced in London, described as jewels and ivory collected during wartime.
Reports say Pope Pius Mu feels stronger on the second day of rest after fatigue from overwork and heat. Vatican sources indicate audiences were suspended but he may resume tire sessions by week’s end.
Actress Diana Barrymore said she felt mixed about her treatment at a sanitarium for problem drinkers. Officials gave her the same room once used by her father John Barrymore, in the institution.
Furniture items include walnut corner whatnot, Empire card table, clocks and other pieces. Door prizes will be drawn at 10 30 AM 1 30 PM and 5 90 PM.
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