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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1957
Page
12
Advocates of federal school aid voiced disappointment as President Eisenhower showed lukewarm approval of a proposed compromise measure. The debate centers on aid for states and political concerns influence the stance.
Iron Age predicted a near record for steel output in 1957 driven by fourth quarter demand. The magazine forecast 1957 production above 115 million tons this year, with a July low and a rebound into the autumn, aided by autos, construction, and farm equipment demand.
Authorities pursued a bank robber across four counties, tracking leads from local police to regional task forces. Investigators described a solo suspect, considered dangerous, who fled after the heist and remains at large as officers coordinate cross county searches andImprove public safety advisories issued.
Federal and local officers from Richland, Ashland, Knox and Medina counties hunted two armed men who robbed the Vitas State bank in Richland County, taking 3500 dollars. One suspect Elmer Chronister of Wooster was captured near Ashland. his partner fled into woods after a roadblock halted their car.
Williamsburg Virginia INS reports the nation’s governors prepared to authorize a study of tasks states might take over from Washington before adjourning their 40th annual conference. The move signals a formal measure to assess devolution of federal duties among states.
The Ohio Health Department laboratory said it was testing blood specimens from a Cleveland airman for Asiatic flu. State Health Director Ralph E. Dwork said the airman, stationed in Japan for 18 months, developed flu like symptoms en route home and was tested after reporting to the Navy in Cleveland.
In Chippawa Ontario eleven year old Anita Leary watched as her parents Samuel and Marie Leary drowned while trying to save her from 20 feet of water at Chippawa Creek picnic. Uncle Robert Goodwin rescued Anita and Marie. Anita refused to view the bodies. Meanwhile President Eisenhower urged a federal state task force as governors weighed school funding and traffic law reforms.
Diplomats from 29 nations meet to decide if the General Assembly should urge further action on Russia’s brutal suppression of the Hungarian revolt. The United States and allies debate timing, with talks considering deferring new action until the fall session opens.
About 430 Mothers of World War II met in Columbus for a four day national convention that will end Thursday. Resolutions approved include allowing the International Red Cross to visit Red China prisoner of war and slave labor camps and securing the release of Americans held prisoner in Red China.
New York Central earned 1,084,570 dollars in May, 17 cents per common share, down from 4,008,530 dollars or 62 cents. Operating revenue fell to 68,822,297 dollars from the prior year.
The six Guyton brothers Colidge John Leon William Edwin and Joseph have collected a total of 48 traffic tickets since 194.
Weir, called a lone wolf for his independence, died at 81 after leaving a Philadelphia hospital. He built National Steel into a major empire with Weirton Steel Great Lakes Hanna Iron Ore and more. Survived by wife Mary Hayward Weir and children David, Henry, Ernest Jr and Clifton Carter, plus three others from a prior marriage.
Former North Carolina governor R. Gregg Cherry who served from 1948 to 1952 died Tuesday in Gastonia after a long illness. The 6th term leader's death ends a notable era in state politics and public service.
Huntsville Alabama witnesses testified as the Nickerson court martial opened with Col. Nickerson defending his actions. The trial names Dr Wernher von Braun amid requests to consider mitigating evidence. von Braun faces 15 counts connected to mishandling secrets. The defense aims to lighten punishment from possible imprisonment to a reprimand.
In Washington the Supreme Court opinions on individual rights spark heated debate as federal prosecutors and investigators face a new wave of constitutional interpretations. The government seeks to retry William S. Girard in Japan and anticipates a reversal of a ruling denying handover. Von Braun and Stuhlinger testify on missile programs with secret defense matters discussed in closed session.
The Supreme Court recently reversed convictions and ordered new trials for several individuals charged as Communist conspirators, continuing its pattern of strong protection for rights under the Bill of Rights. Sky conditions in Ohio show sunny spells with approaching showers later, bringing up to moderate rainfall and cooler nights across the state.
Washington reports detail a U S plan to move fissionable materials from military stockpiles to peaceful uses after an East West arms deal. The approach aims for a gradual test suspension tied to halting production, with Dulles noting possible precedents for monitoring and potential concessions in material control. The stance emerges during the London arms conference led by Harold E Stassen as Eisenhower's administration negotiates a broader disarmament framework.
Archeologists from Ohio State University uncovered fragments pottery joint implements and tools from an ancient Indian village on land planned for a housing development south of Columbus The Ohio Historical Society said five weeks are allotted to dig the ancient debris the site lies near Shugh Street on the Erie Ohio Canal bed.
Dayton authorities questioned Quinton Linn about threats to kill his mother and her seven month old grandson over 5 cents for swimming. The boy allegedly struck his mother, threatened to shoot if police were called, and pointed a revolver at the infant. Deputies arrived as the boy fled upstairs, claiming he wanted to leave home.
Mamaroneck New York August D. Carter age 62 creator of the syndicated comic strip Just Kids died Tuesday from a heart attack.
Wadsworth Ohio police raided a VFW post bingo operation at the Wadsworth Post Veterans of Foreign Wars. Sheriff Steve Helli led a raid that routed 225 bingo players and detained five VFW officials briefly before release. The post has reportedly earned profits up to $60,000.
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