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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1944
Page
1
World War II dispatch from London reports Allied paratroops dropping over Jersey and Guernsey and tanks ashore on the Normany peninsula. The German News Agency claims Allied forces are landing in northern France, signaling a major phase of the invasion.
Employees of the Gallern Trvetilas thiea C6 observed two minutes of news broadcasts over the loudspeaker system to track the course of the invasion and remain informed.
The Elyria City Board of Education voted to pay Howard A. Huston, Elyria High School teacher, 150 dollars per month for July and August for his work as counselor and attendance officer. The motion passed with Smith dissenting. Huston also receives 70 dollars monthly for counseling outside school hours, totaling about 1,740 dollars yearly in the agreement, which continues until July 1.
The speaker vows final victory against Germany and praises troops who liberated Rome. He stresses future hard-won battles and prays for God to bless those fighting ahead, thanking American managers with troops for their service.
Carl William Moore Wellington year old son of Mary and Charles Moore died at his home on Prospect Street after a four week illness. Survived by his parents sisters Nada Bradataek Neva Haddiges Maxa and Carol and brother Lee Moore all of Wellington. Funeral Thursday 2 30 pm at Sharp Panera Home with Rev John Greehe. Burial Wellington Cemetery. May NI Wellington
Report notes Elyria schools may require six more teachers to ease overcrowding in several buildings. Superintendent R. C. Maston announced plans to hire through contracts, with J.B. Bolin named to assist and Blycia as acting interim. State law dictates contract start dates and entitlements.
Macy Geraldine MacCuine of Vulown street sues for divorce citing vil ta absence. Lorain sues for alimony frail Joseph at 549 Irondale Mee Elyria. Clifford Stimate granted a divorce today. Iron Marie accused of neglect and cruelty in a 1995 marriage. County commissioners awarded a 13 test bituminous resurfacing contract to James H. Herron Co of Cleveland, paying 81490 per test. Chives White hired to paint the Mascola front at courthouse for 10 dollars. E.W. and Elsie Tober seek to enjoin Ave Lake village from granting beach access to some property owners. Juvenile Judge H. Ay Nye extends Esther Wharfe case for neglect. she boards in Oberlin and owes 64nerrors weekly child support.
A senior class event at the high school showcased student performances and a skit lineup. Notable pieces included songs, a musical number, and a “Goh Joes’ Talk” sketch. Chaperones and social and decorating committees were listed, along with program duties and class officers.
The school board considers again asking voters to approve a three mill levy to support schools. Director PL Smith calls for detailed figures on the levy need, delaying final action until November.
An ornate wartime account recalls leaders pledge and a lone American sergeant’s terse line They can t stop as prayers for victory echo in Congress The piece notes President Roosevelt and Allied leaders urging unity and renewed resolve amid the ongoing struggle for freedom and democracy The narrative emphasizes sacrifice faith and hopeful endurance across nations and fronts
The report describes Allied amphibious landings and air operations on D Day at Normandy. Churchill comments that the invasion proceeds according to plan as coastal fire abates and shore defenses are overcome. Allied forces sustain progress with airborne arrivals and beach advances across multiple sectors.
Miss Mildred Cope, longtime Elyria area teacher, has resigned after 200 years of service to Elyria Schools. She taught at Garford School eight years and previously at Gates, Roosevelt, Washington, McKinley, and Blyingshe, with stints in Belmont County, Lakewood, and Washington state. Cope, a graduate of Bellingham State Normal College, plans after retirement to travel and pursue future activities. Allan Humphreys Jr. of Elyria to begin U S Navy training in Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn, after working at Buswell Dairy.
A garbled OCR item cites a city legislative board debate on costs and a school board reading of a budget report. It mentions daily figures and an election board estimate titled the amourit, with unclear terms and figures like 6.8 and 78,000 in a contested city context.
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