07 Jun 1957
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1957
Page
1
U S Attorney Oliver Gasch contends that aggressive legal moves by Girard’s lawyers risk hampering his defense in Japanese courts. He notes subpoenas for records and signals possible broader measures to compel Girard’s return, with regret over the strategy.
Lorain County commissioners and judges allocated vacant jail space to the Lorain County Juvenile and Common Pleas courts after a meeting with Sheriff Vernon Smith. The space was vacated when the Elections Board moved to Cedar Street headquarters.
A Navy airman from Fighter Squadron 31 at Cecil Field was rescued 120 miles northeast of Mayport after his FSH Demon jet crashed into the Atlantic during training for President Eisenhower. Cmdr. J E Tefft, in very good condition, was picked up by the helicopter carrier Valley Forge. fate of the second pilot remains unreported.
Partly cloudy and cooler today with a high near 72 and a low around 55 to 60 tonight. Mostly cloudy skies with scattered showers and thunderstorms tonight and Saturday forenoon then sunny and mild Saturday afternoon. Northeasterly winds 15 to 22 mph. Temperature range Thursday 58 to 81 with a year ago 46 to 72. Precipitation 0.04 inches in the past 24 hours ending 8 pm Thursday. Sunrise 5:54 am sunset 8:58 pm Moonrise 4:08 am Saturday 2:36 am.
Washington reports the US Atomic Energy Commission has yet to find a fully effective medical countermeasure against radiation. Dr. Charles L. Dunham notes no drug pill or injection exists that guarantees 100 percent protection before or after exposure from nuclear attacks after 12 years of research. The testimony reflects sobering limits in safeguarding life from radiation diseases.
Army observers are set for Japan as General Charles L Decker heads to act as official observer in the Girard case. The move follows a subpena seeking all government data and a federal restraining order preventing Girard’s transfer. The case centers on a Japanese charge alleging Girard enticed Mrs Naka Saka and shot her with a shell. The latest victim, named Gary, died early today at Highsmuth Hospital amid violent incidents targeting travelers.
A tractor trailer struck a bean-pickers truck on the way to fields injuring several workers. Authorities investigated the crash and reported injuries as the crews continued harvesting beans.
A truck collision near Fayetteville North Carolina raises the death toll to 19 matching the worst U S history. The crash involved a vehicle carrying migratory farm workers and a tractor trailer. Victims injured remain in critical condition as authorities investigate the robbery tied to the scene. Local plant officials report the incident as a potential national record and ongoing search for detailed causes.
Seagaay Girard, an Army specialist 3C from Ottawa Illinois, is slated to be tried in a Japanese court in August or later for jailing Mrs. Sakat.
Four masked men forced entry into the home of Mrs Offutt, bound her with sheets, and looted the 10 room house. They took jewelry and a $20000 wrist watch, demanding the wall safe but finding none. Police described the incident as a nighttime burglary with a total haul around $28000.
The United States and Communist Poland signed an agreement for 48.9 million dollars in US agricultural products and mining machinery to support Premier Gomulka’s regime. A further 46.1 million in surplus wheat and cotton brings total aid to 95 million dollars, pending Congress enabling legislation and future exports.
Senate Rackets Committee alleges the Bakery Workers Union skimmed 85470 from workers and employers and funneled about 60000 to union VP Max Kralstein. Joseph Tenczar testified the union pressured New York employers to buy 25 dollar tickets for a testimonial dinner for Kralstein and to place ads in a souvenir program at least 50 dollars.
Black River Township residents push for incorporation to stave off annexation by Lorain. A 26-member group plans a special election before Aug 6 and petitions start next week. The drive aims to keep zoning and services locally controlled rather than join the city.
McKeesport Pennsylvania five teenage boys died when their speedster car left a winding White Oak road, struck a tree and plunged 75 feet into a ravine. Two other boys were seriously injured. all victims are from East McKeesport.
A Elyria jury convicted a police officer of DWI. Sentencing is scheduled for tomorrow. Witnesses testified about statements from the accused and others involved in the case. The Ford plant site remains active amid a labor strike and related coverage continues in the local sections.
The article notes an un-named incorporation group led by Joseph Weller, with Mrs Birich as secretary, sharing members with the Civic League. The group plans to source water from Elyria, while most Black Rover residents currently receive Lorain or Amherst water, amid continuing coverage.
Five premature quintuplets born to a native woman in Villa de Joao Belo Mozambique died today, the regional hospital spokesman said. The infant deaths end a tragic medical event reported by local health authorities.
Chronicle Telegram readers want it. An almost new TEE NEE boat trailer sold quickly. call 38-682 for available ad help at 1039 East River St.
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