30 Jun 1962
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1962
Page
1
Charles J. Hostetter notes in Circling the Square that the Elyria Urban Development Association project to revitalize downtown Elyria has failed due to apathy. The effort now appears dead, with details on page 21.
George P. Metcalf recounts local history showing how Elyria participates in two wars. The piece links wartime life to a stark line about soldier duty and sacrifice, noting the Civil War era’s grit and a comparison to the War of 1812 narrative.
Today's sports pages feature the American and National League all star selections. The full schedule and related coverage appear across the paper with pages dedicated to automotive, builders, business, and other sections.
Five members of United Auto Workers Local 971, employed at Bendix Westinghouse, won appeals to overturn fines and suspensions imposed for union activity. The International Executive Board ruled the local process violated several protections, sending the case back for proper handling and potentially voiding penalties.
Grady E Cardwell 18 son of Mrs Norman Kendal 1112 Novak Rd Grafton was killed and two other soldiers injured when a car ran off the road at Ft Knox Ky Calvin Young listed in critical condition at Ft Knox hospital and Specialist 4c John Maderic Jr 18 Carnegie Pa treated and released Cardwell had served 11 months at Ft Knox Body to be sent to Rowell D Fulton Funeral Home in Grates
The body of Grover Lee Young, 39, was found in the trunk of his car near Lorain city hall. He disappeared after leaving home late Sunday night following a report of meeting “some friends.” Police and coroner investigations cite a shotgun wound to the head as the cause of death, with the scene continuing to unfold amid wider questions about a string of violent events surrounding the victim.
Kennedy and Lopez Mateos discuss hemispheric problems during a four day visit in Mexico City. They plan a 20 million agriculture credit under the Alliance for Progress and a dispute over land near the border while voters welcome the leaders.
Republic Steel Corp will curtail output at several plants for a period from July through July 8. The Steel and Tubes Division plant in Elyria will remain in operation and its spokesmen say the Elyria facility will close Wednesday for a holiday but resume activities the next day.
Jacqueline Kennedy draws huge crowds and praise as she tours Mexico City with President Kennedy and Mrs Lopez Mateos. She wears multiple outfits, greets locals in Spanish, and enjoys a ballet performance during a day of ceremonies and receptions.
Police booked Jerry Morris in St Louis Missouri on suspicion of burglary after he explains he was merely standing with a saxophone near a looted pawn shop. A bystander allegedly asked him to hold the instrument.
Avon officials announce removal of Fire Chief Harald Smith Police Chief Robert Gilles and Assistant Chief Chet Miller from their posts. The safety director will appoint pro tem replacements while exams set to determine reinstatement and pay figures. Fire and police departments face revised schedules and probation terms under the municipal civil service commission.
Nashville general reports that famed World War I hero Alvin C. York is resting comfortably after surgery for an enlarged gland at St Thomas Hospital. The condition was described as satisfactory with expected recovery.
Partly cloudy tonight with scattered thundershowers mainly in the afternoon and evening. Cooler tonight. Sunday will be mild with temperatures near 63 to 89 degrees and occasional thunderstorms. Humidity and precipitation figures are noted with sunrise at 5:05 a.m. and sunset at 9:05 p.m.
Leonard Ryder, 33, became trapped between lift bridge plates over the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland for 41 minutes when the vertical span began to descend while he sat on the stationary section. Hemsged, was rescued by crew, taken to Lutheran Hospital in Cleveland for treatment.
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