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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1948

Page

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43 Die In DC 6 Luxury Airliner Crash Over Mt Carmel

A DC 6 luxury airliner carrying 43 people including famed producer Eat Catroll and entertainer Bery Welker crashed into a hillside near Mt Carmel after reporting engine trouble. Wreckage scattered over 600 feet and a brush fire blackened a three block area. Investigators from the Civil Aeronautics Board and United Air Lines looked for cause as witnesses described an engine failure and loss of control before the transformer's tower explosion. Continued on Page 2.

MT Carmel Inves President Trumans Independence Bryce Canyon Utah Claude Worner Ashland-Shamokin Bus Co Sitrewa United Airlines

Taft Dewey Contest Seen As Slam Bang Affair

Philadelphia reports indicate Sen Robert A Taft has secured assurances from Senate President Arthur H Vandenberg that he will stay out of early ballot interference in the Taft Dewey Republican presidential contest. The talks, in Washington, suggest a high stakes, head to head race between Taft and Gov Thomas E Dewey with Dulles potentially involved as a policy ally.

Philadelphia Robert A. Taft Senate Arthur H Vandenberg Taft-Dewey United Press Taftin Vandenberg Thomas E Dewey New Yok John Foster Dulles Taft Washington Ohio New York Dewes Dulles Dewey Dulles Vandenbers Earlie House

Taft faces mixed signals on GOP nomination from Vandenberg

Senate panel pressure and rival conservatives push Vandenberg to avoid endorsing Taft while signaling readiness to accept a nomination if it arises. Vandenberg denies being a candidate and plans a clarifying statement on arrival, with emphasis that he would not seek convention votes but would accept the nomination if offered.

Vandenberg Senate Appropriations Committee Dewe Harold FE Stassen Gev Earl Warren California House Senate Committee Taft Vanderberg

Northeast Ohio Weather Forecast Sees Showers and Mild Temperatures

The Cleveland forecast for northeastern Ohio calls for a few showers and mild conditions. Winds from the southeast at 10 to 14 mph. Tonight's low around 58. Saturday's high near 75.

Cleveland Ohio

White Painters Overalls Regular and Special Prices

WT Grant Co advertises white painters overalls in regular 829 and special 298 pricing, with a $200 item highlighted. Local catalog notice emphasizes clearance style savings and value for tradespeople.

Truce Extension Sought for Palestine Conflict

LAKE SUCCESS NY United States and Britain with other nations plan to ask the United Nations Security Council to extend the 28 day Palestine truce by one month before it expires on July 9 The aim is to gain more time for a permanent Jewish Arab settlement Some diplomats believe the ceasefire has halted the Holy Land war though a resumption would likely be small scale and guerrilla in nature.

Lake Success United States Great Britain United Nations Security Counc Palestine Manx Holy Land

Republicans Seek Draft of Popular Platform in Philadelphia

In Philadelphia Republicans press to draft a party platform that could propel GOP candidates to the White House. Nine subcommittees hear witnesses as the resolutions committee works toward plank recommendations, with final approval by the full committee and convention. Leaders seek a statement under 1500 words outlining party stands, especially on foreign policy and UN strengthening. Civil rights debates surface among Southern Republicans as some push for persuasion over legislation.

Philadelphia White House GOP Resolutions Committee Henry Cabot Lodgeri Massachuetts Chaumin Republican Party GOP United Nations Cnanman Subcommittee On Civilight

Western Germany to Have New Currency

Western Germany will go ahead Sunday with a new currency named the Deutsche Mark, announced jointly by the American British and French military governments. The plan backs Europe’s recovery program and United States support, but the exchange value will be fixed later. The western powers proceed with the currency reform without Soviet cooperation, establishing the new money by law.

Frankfuri Western Germany Europe United States Russia

Woman Chosen Moderator By Church Council

Miss Helen Kenyon of New York City and West Cromwell Conn was elected moderator of the General Council of the Congregational Christian Churches at the opening session of the biennial meeting in Oberlin. A Vassar graduate and former board chair, Kenyon has long led missions efforts and served on the Home Missions board. The session also discussed sending a telegram to Styles Bridges and other senators regarding appropriations.

Oberlin General Council Sne Helen Kenyon Rhenyon New York City West Cromwell Conn Wis Broonlyn Vassar College Vassar Bulding Kenyon Board of Home Missions The Congregational Christian Churches Missions Miss Kenyon Missions Council Foreign and Home Missions Board First Congregational Church Poughkeepsie Miss Kenion Dillard University New York General Council Congregational Christian Churches Armsting Hunter Mr Hunter Mieslin Council Aiq

Helen Kenyon becomes General Council moderator in historic vote

Sidelights on council meetings note Miss Helen Kenyon’s unanimous election as General Council moderator, the first woman in 77 years since the 1871 Oberlin start. Reporters recount remarks, a Boy Scout knife moment, and welcome by Professor Howard Biron as Willia F Stevenson’s memory is honored.

Helen Kenons Oberlin Howard R Biron Histry Willia F Stevenson

Seven To Receive Bible School Diplomas

Summer Bible School at First Baptist Church awards diplomas to 11 graduates after two weeks of study. Students raised over 8000 to aid European Christian Missions and sent clothes to a European orphanage. The class enrolled 235 boys and girls from 11 denominations. graduates include Physh Kemble, Sharley Ann Jensen, Diane Van Boxtel, Fay Yot, Dorothy Vale Green, Eldred Tl orot, and Jester Johns. Public invited.

Laacioe First Baptist Church European Christian Missions Childress Europe Phyish Kemble Sharley Ann Jensen Diane van Boxtel Fay Dorothy Vaie Green Tlhott Eldred and Jester Johns

Jury summons for 25 individuals from local court

Clerk of Courts announces that 25 residents will be summoned for criminal jury service starting June 23. Names include Frelyn Bries Ruth Webeck Grace Doncaster Jane Sudocl Dorothy Hves Jayist and many others across multiple streets and cities as part of the county pool.

Nnes Clerk of Courts HEB Jodiv Piarrans Frelyn Bries Pon Wenie Robert C Hill Ruth Webeck West Avenue Grace Vaud Vason Ridgeville Jennie Fly Rochester Talus Tidder Michael Pustay von Ora Walker Columbu Staro Oavid Tor In Teona Bryden Vinie Babcock Thom Todd Fiainl Witt Fas Greulich Iiene Biabeach Pautly Graves Theresa Tressell Henry Zube Benjamin Tince Rosia Palermo Joseph Trambis Francs Baber

Service Director reports funds for new truck purchase

Service Director D W Kathe reports funds will be recensed July 1 for the purchase of a new truck for the water department. The case stands at not to exceed $6,300 SEF. Mens Shops display promotes Gift for Dad.

D W Kathe Fids Mens Dad

Huge loan to UN approved for headquarters

Washington expects a $69 million loan authorization to the United Nations for the construction of its permanent headquarters in midtown Manhattan. The Senate passed the resolution and sent it to the House for final action. The loan supports long term occupancy and U.N. operations in New York City.

Washington Senate House United Nations New York

Truman Adds A New Criticism Aboard Truman Train

President Truman traveling a 9000 mile tour sharply criticized the Republican Congress for blocking civil service postmaster confirmations. At Altoona Pennsylvania he told postmasters at their convention that many remain unconfirmed, urging Senate action. He planned stops in Harrisburg York and Pittsburgh on the way to Washington.

Truman Todin Congress Civil Service Altoona Pa Penneylvania Senate Tirumin Wallington Arive Spec Harrisbury York Putmere

Lorain Bus Drivers Vote For Union Shop

Lorain bus and maintenance workers voted 97 to 7 to support a union shop, with the election overseen by the National Labor Relations Board to comply with the Taft-Hartley Act. Representing the company was James Michell. the union was represented by Figler. Amalgamated Street Electric Railways and Motor Catch firm affiliates were named in the dispute. The result came after a period of labor tensions and a halt in bus service lasting three days.

Ohhaintenance Terin Patink Amalgimited Rialwas Fm Provecs Amer ¢ N Seder’ Ten Tibar Nationt 1 Boand Ioy Toem Sibt West Fire Avenue Poru Jtft Path James Michell Tne Company Figler Ginnity International Platin Loriand

Inductions To Begin Next Year Vote 283 To 130

Washington report: House approves a delayed-action peacetime draft for one-year inductions set to begin next year for men aged 19 to 25. The bill, milder than the Senate version, goes to conference to resolve differences. Senate favors a two-year immediate draft. A 283 to 130 roll call passed the measure.

Washington House Senate Armed Services Truman

Soft Coal Dispute Reaches Nuclear Stalemate In 1947

Washington reports the soft coal contract nears expiry as mediation chief Cyrus S Ching presses for a last attempt to end the stalemate with United Mine Workers president John L Lewis. A court injunction under Taft-Hartley looms, potentially prompting a White House action.

Washington White House Truman Cyrus S Ching United Mine Workers John L Lewis Lewis Ching Mr Truman

Bohach Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For Murder

Bohach 39 of Clifton Avenue near South Lorain was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to second degree murder in the murder of his wife Margaret 34 on May 31. Judge D A Cook accepted the plea, saying it was proper with trust in the prosecutor’s recommendation, and Bohach confessed after initial denials.

Tames Bohach Clifton Avenue South Lorain Margaret Common Pleas D A Cook Toda Bohach Failty Cook William G Wickens Richard Horan Wickens Charles Adams Bo Hach

Pool opens to large crowd despite cool dry day

Cascade Park pool opened with about 100 children swimming yesterday afternoon from 1 to 5 pm. Superintendent John Madhock announced daily hours 1 to 5 pm with Sundays closed. Local ads note drive in auto radio service and guaranteed auto service promotions.

Cascade Pata John Madhock

Strike paralyzes Port Of London

London port workers joined an unofficial strike halting operations. About 230 ships were tied up at the docks with many loaded with foodstuffs, risking shortages and disruption unless the strike ends promptly.

London

Bids To Be Taken On Highway Jobs

Ohio Department of Highways will open bids June 22 for work on about 275 miles of highways across 38 counties. The projects include several small bridges and are estimated to cost over 3 million dollars with three jobs carrying concealed federal aid estimates. Bids on 10 guard rail painting projects totaling about 94336 dollars will also be opened. Graduates face a harsh word this month. readers with job leads for them are urged to contact Chronicle-Telegram Help Wanted at 44-121 or 44-131.

Columbus Ohio Department of Highways Chronicle- Telegram

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