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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1947
Page
2
A fragmented report from Columbus describes a state campaign amid economic concerns and an oath controversy. References to officials, Marietta, Indiana, and various named figures hint at political factions and disputed pledges.
A hodgepodge of government, club, and civic group notices fills the suburban page. Highlights include a gubernatorial event in Avon Lake, Kiwanis and Rotary meetings, and a county assembly in Olmsted with plans for fundraisers and community booths.
Wellington council meets Tuesday night to discuss energy plans and municipal power expansion. Police fines and parking changes are reviewed. Bennett property and west-end parking issues are addressed. William Weber and Miss Wilia Brewer wed in Covington, Kentucky, with reception plans and community notes.
Dorothy Baker’s sister Elin Abeith served as maid of honor in a pink dress, while Mrs. Rey Cooley and Maureen McCormink appeared as bridesmaids in green gowns. Garlvady Serve Cast FAR WARE Mattick Ava presided, with Richard Bake and Wellington ushers attending. The bride wore aqua and white, and the couple’s return was noted in a church parlor gathering.
Robert Loomis and son Richard Loomis announce purchase of the Avery Food Store located on Weet avenue. The business will operate as RF Loomis and Son, continuing a groceries and meats line previously run by Loomis family. Richard Loomis, age 21, attended the Oberlin Subcobiat Committee preparations for his business career.
Washington A Navy Army expert said a man could travel 3400 miles an hour in a rocket and survive the flight with proper protection. Col J G Wain noted German rocket speeds and discussed capsules with parachutes, life support and oxygen. The Army plans to send a man on a rocket flight, with volunteers offering to ride and even two Canadian Air Force officers expressing interest. The discussion covered risks from high altitude, temperature, and lack of oxygen, plus possible escape mechanisms.
The Chronicle reports about 130 planes expected at the Buckeye Airway in Lorain on Sunday for an all day aircraft show. Various planes and Badgers will be on display drawing aviation enthusiasts and spectators to Leavitt and T Meister ronda.
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