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The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1956

Page

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PUC Advises Oberlin Power Plant Expansion

The City Public Utilities Commission urged Council to spend 831,000 immediately to expand and upgrade Oberlin’s municipal power plant. The report details switching from 2400 to 4160 volts, a 1000 KW diesel unit, and a building addition for a new switchboard, with projected 1963 costs rising to 601,000.

PUC Oberlin City Public Utilities Commission Elec Tieny Ohio Edison Co H D. Blanchard A. Z. Chapin C F. Howe B. W. Lewis E. A. Teautz Publicinies Commission General Motors

Federal Tax Cut Proposed by Economic Development Group

The Committee for Economic Development urged a federal tax cut of over 2 billion dollars next January if the budget shows a surplus. It said cuts are most helpful if a slump occurs, but not if inflation rises. A June date was suggested for a budget-based cut, with no date for a slump-based reduction.

Washington Committee For Economic Development Today Commttee Congressional Committee CED

Northwest Ohio Weather Outlook and Lake Erie Winds

Partly cloudy and warmer today with highs around 70. Fair tonight, little temp change. Wednesday mostly sunny and warmer. Monday temperatures around mid 60s to mid 40s previous year. 24 hour precipitation about 0.15 inch. Humidity values vary from 831 percent to 69 percent at different times. Lake Erie winds southwest 10 to 15 mph shifting northeast today, light and variable tonight. A few light showers in the east this morning. Also an ad for Box Storage and cleaning supplies appears in the snippet.

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Burma's Premier Resigns From Office

Burma's premier U Nu announced his resignation at a news conference. He will be succeeded by defense minister U Ba Swe and plans to devote time to reorganizing his Anti-Fascist Peoples Freedom League. Resignation followed discontent over Burma's neutral role amid East West tensions and concerns about Soviet and Chinese embassies influence. Three deputies likely to be affected.

Rangoon Burma U Nu Asia Jawaharlal Nehru U Ba Swe Peoples Freedom League

Brink's robbery loot seized as $100000 in bills found

Federal prosecutors disclosed that $100,000 in Brink's bills from the 1950 Boston raid were located in a police action. A Baltimore raid seized bills and arrested suspects linked to the famed theft, while U Nu's political future in Burma sparked regional intrigue amid the ongoing investigation.

Brink's U Ba Swe Foreign Boston Perry Hills Brink Thej Mon Iu Nu Bury North End Iuperior Felix Fortima FBI Great Britain Massa Baltimore Jchusetts South End Dan Perry Baltis

Puzzle of Washington Court House shooting deepens

A chaotic predawn incident in Washington Court House Ohio on May 28 leaves many questions unresolved. Deputy Mohowski was shot during a gun battle with three officers, missing an eye and carrying a .38 slug. Eyewitness statements shift repeatedly as investigators seek a coherent account.

Washington Court House Lorain County Stave Mohowski Lorain County Sheriff's Office Mohowski Chronicle-Telegram Marathon Walter Marshall Lang Laytart Elmer Kelley Mohow

Ohio Allows Mixed Butter and Margarine Sale After 80 Years

In Columbus Ohio the sale of mixed butter and oleomargarine was ruled legal for the first time in 80 years following a state law review. The Agriculture Department had banned Lever Brothers Imperial spread but tests showed the product contained at least 10 percent butter. Department counsel interpretation led to the withdrawal of the order.

Columbus Ohio United Press State Agriculture Department Lever Brothers Co New York Imperial Department George A. Compson Clark W. van Scheik Ohio Food and Dairy Lever Brothers

Elyria Council Sets New Lighting Assessment Rate

Elyria city council approves a new assessment rate for funding a street lighting system across Ist Px and 2nd Sect. The action directs charges to property owners in the district to cover installation and maintenance costs.

Elyria

Eisenhower Meets Leaders to Save Foreign Aid Plan

President Eisenhower summons bipartisan House leaders to the White House for an eleventh hour bid to restore a $1.1 billion cut in the foreign aid bill. The meeting follows his regular talks with Republican leaders as the administration presses to keep the $4.9 billion foreign assistance plan intact amid House opposition.

Washington Eisenhower White House House Flouse Gop Joseph W. Martin Houses Foreign Affairs Committee Martin United States

Baby rumors swirl as Monaco royal couple return

Monaco. Prince Rainier and Princess Grace travel back to a prince­hood buzzing with reports the couple’s child may be born in January. The scene grows tense amid speculation as crowds gather and officials stay mum on the pregnancy.

Monte Carlo Monaco Prince Rainier Grace Janu Cleveland Edary Ward Bowen Northeast Yacht Club Ing Francis Tucker Coast Guard Cu Jed Lake

Kremlin Battle For Power Hinted

Washington dispatch outlines a new Kremlin power struggle as Khrushchev rises, with experts noting lingering intrigue after Stalin's death. Questions linger on Stalin’s demise and potential liquidation as factional shifts unfold within the Soviet leadership and party apparatus.

Washington Stajim Russia Kremlin Stalin Moscow Khrushchev Vyacheslav ML Molotov Anastas Miikoyan Jduuim Hich

Bankers Reject Pike Turnpike Plan

Columbus reports investment bankers balked at financing a proposed 300 mile north south Ohio turnpike from Cincinnati to Corning and Cedar, saying conditions and bond market limits make the project unfinanceable. The same day, Dr Samuel H Sheppard’s bid for a new trial or outright freedom after a 1954 murder conviction was denied by the Ohio Supreme Court in a 3 2 ruling.

Columbus Ohio Cincinnati Cormnaut Th Co. Inc New York Samuel H. Sheppard J Supreme Court Sheppard Dayton Delaware Marilyn Cleveland

Sheffield Proposal Revealed To Village Council

Mayor Paul Poor disclosed a $10 million business venture plan for Sheffield Village to the Village Council, with a national Cleveland firm seeking zoning changes for a 60 acre site just south of Route 602. The project, described as not industrial, may be a large retail venture and is contingent on rezoning and utilities readiness.

Sheffield Sheffield Village Paul Poor Poor National Cleveland Lorain Fim Roy Hollis Elyria Council Hollis John C. Jaworski

Deputy Mohowski in critical condition after shooting

Deputy Steve Mohowski of Lorain County was shot in the head during a May 28 incident at a filling station in Washington Court House Ohio. He remains in University Hospital Columbus in critical condition after a gun battle with officers. Authorities say he is charged with shooting with intent to kill and will face a preliminary hearing if his condition allows.

Steve Mohowski University Hospital Columbus Mohowski Lorain County Washington Court House Washington D.C Lang Laytart Mohowwski Laytart Max M. Dice Washington Munisemal

Chestnut Ridge Gates Flashers In Operation

More than $33,000 worth of equipment went into operation at the Chestnut Ridge Road crossing of the New York Central Railroad. The installation includes seven signal lights and four gate lights on each arm, with three lights on each gate and one light at the end of the arm. The crossing, upgraded after a 1951 accident that killed four people, was defended by New York Central officials as the cost borne entirely by the railroad. The Public Utilities Commission ruling was upheld by the Ohio Supreme Court after an appeal by the railroad.

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Liberty Bell Cracked First Time D8 1752

The original bell cast by Thomas Lister of Whitechapel was ordered to celebrate the sth year of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It was recast several times, the last crack occurring in 1535. Chronicle-Telegram Classified acts ring the bell daily by registering cash sales for buyers, sellers, renters or lessees. Mr. Clay reports speedy results with this ad: 5 rooms and bath, furnished. Will share with another couple. Ph. 46-301.

Thomas Lister Whitechapel London Fucussivania Chronicle-Telegram Clay Bath

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