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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1952
Page
12
Elyrian was charged with altering payroll checks. The case involves multiple checks altered for amounts including 34 dollars and 1269 dollars. Purcell appeared in court with a pending trial date set for June 20. An initial bail of 2000 dollars was set.
Reported maneuvering to back Eisenhower within Maryland ranks creates a stir as Taft and pro Eisenhower factions deny knowledge. McKelden and other Maryland delegates met in Baltimore and New York to discuss a harmony plan with Pennsylvania figures, while Taft backers express skepticism.
The Senate debates modified compulsory arbitration and an administration backed compromise on steel seizure. Maybank signals uncertainty on bringing his plan to a vote while other proposals, including a Morse bid for 60 day seizure with Congressional veto, fail in votes.
Brig Gen Hesdon L Boatnet says he approves a proposal to invite neutral nations to inspect prisoner of war compounds under his command to verify alleged Geneva Convention violations. He asserts President Truman agreed this is the way to test the charges.
Obituaries and funeral notices for residents of Elyria and Oberlin include Mrs Catherine Szabo of Elyria and George W Jackson of Oberlin. Mentions of survivors, funeral arrangements, and church services at Sacred Heart and St Mary’s cemeteries. Also notes infant Dalton Paul Leiby of Oberlin and Clifford Wind of Oberlin who died at home. Burial and service details listed with churches and funeral homes.
William F. Scripps president of the Detroit News died today at his farm home near Lake Orion Michigan. He was 70.
City officials outlined main and alternate route sets to ease congestion on busy streets. East West corridors run from Cleveland Street through East Bucca to West Bridge, Huron and West Street with Second and Third streets designated as protected for cross-town travel. The plan promises clearer routes within four months with all signals set to be active soon.
Riot squads and plainclothes police ringed the Rome Chamber of Labor as Communist led groups gathered to protest General Ridgway’s upcoming arrival. Police had banned a mass Communist meeting and stationed riot units and detectives to prevent demonstrations near the labor headquarters.
Mrs. Lester Burr of 247 Harwood Street provides the mailing address for her son Airman 1c Lester H. Burr Jr. and wife. They are assigned to the 1604th M and S Squadron, c/o Postmaster, New York AP0 856, AF.15431978.
Joan Shepard an 18 year old of 1391 East Avenue was treated at Flyra Memorial Hospital last night for possible concussion after a fall while skating at the Roll Arena. She was taken to her home following treatment.
The Ohio Supreme Court on the Lon ely Hearts Club case upheld Ches ter Gregg s first degree murder conviction for shooting his wife Lorain Alma in Hardin County on March 21 1951. The court set July 11 as his execution date with no mercy recommendation and rejected the claim the killing was not premeditated though a letter in his car was cited as proof of premeditation.
Elyria police held Thomas H. Richards of Logan West Virginia a magazine salesman for investigation after a man was seen climbing from one hotel window to another carrying a bag and attempting to retrieve radio from a room used by his sales crew manager.
Michael Cardinal Von Faulhaber archbishop of Munich and Freising and a Catholic leader in the fight against Nazism died in his palace at age 83 after suffering a stroke on June 30 and prolonged illness including lung inflammation.
Leaders inspect Compound 76 where 38 prisoners died and bodies found after evacuation. A search of Compound 77 continues for additional remains while Compound 95 is opened. Prisoners in enclosure No. 8 endure fingerprinting and ID processing as American officers identify 2000 survivors from Tuesday’s clashes.
In Cincinnati, Dr. E C Einstadt of the Cincinnati Milling Machine Co notes that heavy perspiration workers are costly and hard to spot. The only method is to inspect employees who contact damaged parts and transfer the culprit to non metal duties.
In Cincinnati secretaries rail against bosses who seem old and decrepit and force minor personal chores like adjusting blinds. They also complain of bosses reading over shoulders, tangling with office supplies, issuing late dictation, and smoking while dictating.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports two to six Ohio delegates pledged to Taft may switch to Eisenhower before the nominating convention due to internal bitterness and Rep. Clarence Brown's retention as state national committeeman. Taft swept Ohio in May with 56 delegates. Eisenhower was not on the ballot and write-ins were banned.
At the IOOF lodge meeting Frank Walker presided with Paul Kaufman assisting. Members will observe Go to Church Sunday attending morning services at First Methodist Church followed by a memorial service in the IOOF hall.
Ohio state banks posted gains across all categories in the year ending March 31, with 420 banks totaling 4.83 billion in resources. Loans rose to 1.58 billion, investments to 4.49 billion, and deposits to 4.42 billion, reflecting substantial increases from the prior year.
City building records show K A Beal to construct a 24 by 32 foot restaurant at West Bridge and West River with a 12 by 20 foot storage room costing about 5000 dollars. H D Brown obtains a 17000 dollar home at 275 Hamilton with R E Lee as contractor for a 39 by 37 foot one story frame dwelling.
The Homebuilders class of the Columbia Methodist church will host a Sunday 5 pm picnic at the park. Families should bring picnics and their own table service. ice cream and drinks will be provided. New members and families and all children and parents are invited.
The court of appeals upheld a lower court ruling in favor of The National Tube Co. against Julius Allen and other employees who claimed retroactive pay under a 1947 union contract. Allen, a former CSO Steelworkers member, sought $108 for a 35 cent hourly increase but did not file within the 120 day contract window. Judge H. E. Culbertson presided in the Common Pleas Court.
Registrations remain open for boys and girls from age three through eighth grade at the First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School at 284 Washington Avenue. In its 29th year, sessions began Monday with a contest awarding a baseball mitt and bat to the top boy and a Viewmaster with light attachment to the top girl. The church bus runs daily with a detailed morning schedule across city streets. Special treats are planned tomorrow and next Friday, plus a parents and friends program at 7:30 pm.
Six Elyria area draft registrants were inducted this morning and sent to Cleveland for final screening before service. Led by Robert W. Pitts, the group included two transfer registrants. The June call supplies six men. next induction is ten men on July 10.
John B. Hancock, attorney, is somewhat improved at Elyria Memorial Hospital but is not allowed visitors. He lives at 120 Edison Court and recently underwent surgery, returning to the hospital after a brief illness following convalescence at home.
Police report a series of incidents on Broad street and surrounding areas. William L. Park was charged with reckless driving after a three car collision on Broad street and faces a June 14 court date. Grace Salzman and Betty J. Burnworth were involved in crash damage, with no charges noted for the other driver. Claire W. Horne rear ended by Richard A. Bramwell in another Broad street collision. no charges filed. Perry A. Ryder fined for intoxication. James A. Currie arrested for reckless driving after a pursuit on Lake avenue and West River street. bond posted for June 26 Elyria Mayor's court. Pearl Booth pleaded not guilty to assault with a vase in Elyria Mayor's court. hearing set for June 17. Also note a June 15 Kathryn Ku hman divine healing event at Stambaugh Auditorium and a Greyhound charter bus trip from Oberlin with round trip fare.
Keefe Brasselle and Dean Miller headline the Technicolor musical Skirts Ahoy at the Capitol theatre in Elyria this Saturday. Brasselle, former Elyria resident, has star roles in Not Wanted and Dial 1119, while Miller makes his screen debut after radio and TV work in Hamilton, Ohio.
County commissioners approved contracts totaling about 900 for department supplies. Awards include Columbus Blank Book Co. 145 for clerk and sheriff supplies and Johnson Watson Co. 780 for recorder and treasurer needs with several other vendors.
NORTH RIDGEVILLE The Ridgeville Grange met Tuesday with Master James Sayers presiding. George Lang was admitted to the third and fourth degrees by Mrs Leota Mitchell. Topics included a new ball diamond contest, play writing, and summer activities. Mrs Jamey Sayers was listed for surgery at Elyria Memorial Hospital.
Victor L. Justinger 20 of Grand River had his degree murder conviction upheld and was sentenced to life in Lake County Common Pleas Court for the death of 18 year old Thomas Eggleston. Eggleston’s burned body was found in his car in the Justinger driveway after a party on November 16 1950.
Livestock and commodities prices from Cleveland show steady cattle demand with primes and good cows, while calves slow but hold. Hog prices steady to up, poultry sales quiet with minimal receipts, and To led o grain futures list soft red wheat and yellow corn with soybeans steady. Produce prices range in broccoli, celery, endive, and green onions with mixed basket lots and small bundles.
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