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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1952

Page

7

House Vote On UNIT Prompts Predictions Of Victory

In a tight party line contest the House faces universal military training with supporters and opponents both predicting a close outcome. Rep. Dewey Short claims 222 against 210 in favor, while Carl Vinson forecasts a near defeat for the proposal and a merits-based decision. The broader session includes a Treasury and Post Office appropriation bill of 3 438 565 000 for 1953 and economic control debates led by Charles E. Wilson with limited potential changes anticipated.

House Dewey Short Senate Treasury Post Office Post Office Department Defense Mobilizer Charles E. Wilson Burnet R. Maybank Ds.c Homer Capehart Ind GOP Senate Banking Committee Wilson Congress

Eaton appoints blood donor program chairman

Mrs Roy Jackson announced Wade Honney will head the Red Cross Blood Program donor drive for Eaton township. Bonney resides on R D 3 and can be reached at Elyria phone 46040. Jackson will field calls from Eaton residents with the local phone 38W 4.

Eaton Township Roy Jackson Wade Honney Red Cross Bonney R. D Elyria Eaton Jackson

Commissioners Award Two Ditch Contracts

County commissioners awarded two ditch cleaning contracts to The Dol iyk Excavating Co. of Lorain as the only bidder on both projects. One bid of 313 dollars covered cleaning the 36th street ditch within Lessin city limits, the other bid of 60 dollars covered cleaning a ditch in Adel beet township, both under the engineer's estimate.

Doliyk Excavating Co Lorain Te Compere 36Th Street Lessin Adelbeet Elytis Township Acgineer

Water Plant Finances Move Toward New Rates And Fluoridation

Council weighs changing water rates to fund improvements while maintaining profit from sales. Safety Director Kothe seeks electrification plans and funds, with bunkers and pumping equipment needing repair. Fluoridation approval is sought from state health authorities, with a year or more before implementation.

Bea Sexi Councilan Kellogg Kothe Waterworks Department Elyria League of Women Voters Safety Service D. W. Kothe Ohio State Board of Health Lorain County Medical Association Lorain County Dental Society County Board of Health Elyria Board of Health State Board of Health

Guest Preachers Announced For Pilgrim Services

Pilgrim Congregational Church starts five Wednesday evening services at 7 30 with Rev Richard J Lehman leading and a guest preacher each week Ministers from the Medina Association of Congregational Christian Churches are listed The series opens with Rev Thomas Curtis of Elyria and continues with Rev George Robertson Rev Ralph Chapman Rev Edward Hawley and Rev Lorenzo Todd through April 2

Pilgrim Congregational Church Richard J. Lehman Medina Association of Congreational Christian Churches Thomas Curtis First Congregational Church Elyria

Elyria Man Bound Over To Grand Jury In Auto Tampering Case

Edwin G. Swint of 596 Cleveland Street was bound over to the Lorain County grand jury after waiving a preliminary hearing in Elyria Mayor's Court. Bond of 500 was set. Swint was arrested after being found kneeling behind Juanita Tooma’s car with tire irons nearby and trunk marks suggesting an attempted pry. Charles Justice is sought in connection with the case.

Edwin G. Swint Cleveland Street Elyria Woram County Grand Jury Henry W. AL Swint Fider Juanita Tooma Broad Street Nichols Block

4 H Group To Attend Meeting In Ashland

Thirteen Lorain County 4 H Club leaders will attend a District Junior Leadership meeting tomorrow evening at the Francis Hotel in Ashland. The dinner and meeting start at 7 p m with Bea trice Cleveland the featured speaker. Attending are Charles Coles Rich ard Berg Edward Berg Beverly Reinhard Rose Peabody Shirley Earl John Angersbach Norma Whitty Bernice Gerhart Ruth Burgenheim Jeanette Jordan Wilma Manns Jim Rowland and Mary Lou Wargo.

Lorain County Francis Hotel Ashland Beatrice Cleveland Charles Coles Richard and Edward Berg Oberlin Beverly Reinhard Rose ‘Peabody Amherst Shirley Earl Wellington John Angersbach Norma Whitty Grafton Bernice Gerhart Ridgeville Ruth Burgenheim Jeanette Jordan Wilma Manns Jim Rowland Mary Lou Wargo

Elyria High musician honored in Lorain County solo event

The judging report for the Lorain County Solo and Ensemble competition at Clearview High School last Saturday omitted Nancy Windsor, member of the Elyria High trombone quartet, from the published list though the quartet earned a very good rating.

Elyria High School Lorain County Clearview i High School Nancy Windsor Elyma High Troshbone

Bates Reverses Stance on UMIT Bill Leading Fight

Bates a World War II naval veteran and Armed Services member switches from support to opposition, telling the House last week that UMIT lacks a concrete military training plan for the Unitees. Backers say UMIT aims to expand a reserve, enabling smaller standing forces.

Bates Armed Services Committee House UMIT

Japanese Student To Speak At Fields Church

Yoshimichi Ebisawa a Yokohama student at Oberlin theological seminary will speak at Fields Methodist church mid week Lenten service Wednesday at 8 p m on Japan Today The address is the second in a series sponsored by the church adult Bible class followed by a devotional and fellowship The public is invited

Fields Yoshimichi Ebisawa Yokohama Japan Theological Seminary Oberlin Fields Methodist Church Thomas Hutchings John Kuyper

P T A Council Board Meeting Set After Postponement

The Lorain County Council of the P T A will reconvene its executive board on March 17 at the Lorain County school office. President Alden Hopkins, convalescing in LaGrange after a heart attack, asks that all committee reports be ready.

Lorain County

Death Records Clayton Hawk Dies in North Carolina

Clayton M. Hawk age 61 former Elyria resident died suddenly in Lenoir North Carolina. Born in Johnstown Pennsylvania he studied at Elyria schools and Cleveland School of Art. Survived by widow twin daughters Cathryn and Carolyn son William two brothers and two sisters. funeral plans pending with services likely in Grand Rapids and Cleveland.

Clayton M. Hawk Elyria Lenoir N. C Mr. Hawk Johnstown Cleveland School of Art Grand Rapids Mich New York Roblen Hawk Cathryn del Ray Beach Fla Carolyn William Denison University Granville Ohio William Hawk Edgar A. Hawk Birmingham Ala George Johnson Peer Nielsen Grand Rands Cleveland

Combined TB And Cancer X Ray Programs Urged

Dr. Reben J. Anderson told the American Cancer Society Convention that X ray can detect both tuberculosis and cancer early, reducing costs and saving lives. He urged communities to intensify campaigns for screening, especially for older persons, and supported a joint tuberculosis cancer survey.

Cincinnativ Beeth Offier Buzeseiec Vnal Commicues Coun Seve Rooney Reben J. Anderson American Cancer Society Anderson

Man Fined for Beating Woman in Hotel Room

Richard C. Daly of West Avenue was fined 20 and costs with a 60 day suspended sentence after being charged with assault and battery against Mrs. Eileen L. O Neill in a Brown Hotel room on February 21. O Neill sustained a fractured skull and facial contusions requiring seven stitches. Police found a blood soaked bed and Daly with scratches and a bloody washrag upon arrest.

Richard C. Daly West Avenue Eileen L.O Neill Brown Hotel Daly

Missing Austin executive Head sought after funeral note

Sprague learned from a note in his apartment that Head and his wife left for a funeral and would return Thursday. When they did not, he alerted police. Elyria detectives discover Head has a sister in Centralia Illinois and are checking that lead. Head is 5'11" 220 pounds with black hair and tattoos on both arms and LOVE on his fingers.

Georgia Sprague Head Austin Company Denver Elyria Centralia Illinois

Mrs. Cautle Resigns as Elyria Planning Clerk

Mrs. Pearl Cautle resigns as clerk of the Elyria Planning and Zoning Commission effective March 1. She will remain clerk in Mayor Henry W. Ault’s office and recording secretary of Elyria City Council. She had urged a salary increase from ten dollars a month. the commission had not approved. The board prepares to consider the Segoe plan rezoning amid the transition. Mayor Ault will decide action after a meeting is scheduled.

Pearl Cautle Elyria

Florida release ends Ohio man hunt for non support

Deputy Sheriff Joseph Guzik traveled to Titusville Florida for Riley Armstrong wanted for non support of his children. The Florida judge released Armstrong on a writ of habeas corpus after his attorney showed Lorain county indictment lacked a required element. Guzik returned empty handed after a storm on the return flight.

Florida Joseph Guzik Guzik Titusville Fla Riley Armstrong Armstrong Ohio

Goss Re-elected Chairman of Health Council

Goss of Brigh am Township was reelected to serve on the Lorain County Health Department advisory committee. Other officers and members were listed with positions in the district health council.

Goss Health Council Oserlin C. QO. Goss Brighah Loraine County Heath Peter Miest Merlewood Sinca Cisco Wgee Tenoecias Sarvs Irs Satwerm Moors Jeroof Dimatime Garin SMD

Former New York Official Sentenced in Fire Department Racket

James J. Moran a former New York official and protege of ex Mayor Willem Cowyer was sentenced for extortion and conspiracy tied to a fire department graft scheme. He was convicted on 23 counts of extortion and one of conspiracy for allegedly collecting payments from about 1,600 fuel oil equipment installers.

Krew Tocbz James J. Moran Willem Cowyer Guiding Gems Jegreer Fire Department Moran

County Officials Announce SR 76 Bridge Detour in Avon

County commissioners say traffic on State Route 76 in Avon will detour over Case Road from Route 20 to Route 254 during bridge repairs. A detour notice was sent to the state highway department today.

Avon Case Road State Highway Department

County Fair Board Eyes Expanded Board and Ballot Plans

Lorain County leaders debated levy timing with the Board of Elections and noted possible May primary or November general election placement depending on commissioner approval and filing deadlines. Petitions urged improved fairground facilities especially sanitation. Six new directors will expand the Fair Board from 15 to 21. Oberlin Farm Bureau elected officers and backed county road stop sign warning signs and pre primary election plans.

Lorain County Hill Fair Board Farm Bureau Oberlin Gordon Bartter Columbia Station Lois Krueck Huntington Marius Gunderson Avon

Wellington Council Acts On Several Items

Wellington village council debated yearly appropriations including water works and power facilities and voted on sewer equipment purchases. Discussions covered sewer rentals with a Cincinnati bond house and tabling Elm street flood concerns while leash laws and clerk’s office staffing were referred to committees.

Wellington George Gray Cincinnati Gray Dellan Brouse East Street M. A. Rady Elm Street Consumers Dept Town Hall South Street Taylor Street

Motion Is Taken Under Advisement in Perjury Case

Common Pleas Judge John. Pin cura took the motion for change of venue under advisement today. Mrs. Anna J. Sprunk seeks transfer of her perjury trial set to begin March 7. Attorney Jacob Levin argues publicity blocks impartial jurors. witnesses from press were subpoenad to show publicity levels. Sprunk, former Sheffield Lake village assistant clerk, allegedly testified falsely before the grand jury probing the town’s $8,000 sewage site purchase from H L Allen, a mystery figure.

Common Pleas John Pincura Anna J. Sprunk Jacob Levin Sprunk Sheffield Lake Village Grand Jury Shefield Lake H. L. Allen

Turnpike Board Member Resigns

Columbus Ohio Turnpike Commission member Hurray D Sea songood resigns citing business conflicts. Sessingford, recently named by Frank Dumber, will serve the remainder of the term under Gov. Lausche.

Columbus Hurray D. Seasongood Cincinnati Ohio Turnpike’ Commission Sessingford Hirine Conor Byestawrer Frank Dumber Freer J. Lausche Deceuse Witessmer

Elyria Woman Becomes County Health Nurse in Oberlin

Dr. Marion Fisher Lorain County Health Commissioner said Lois Carpenter of 438 Cleveland Street Elyria started as a county health nurse this week. The addition brings the nurse tally to nine after a prior funding cut and reflects her BS in nursing from Ohio State University.

Oberlin Marion Fisher Lorain County Lois Carpenter Cleveland Street Elyria Miss Carpenter Ohio State University

Man Rescued From 47th Floor Ledge

In Cincinnati a 26 year old unemployed laborer and Army veteran stood on a 47th floor ledge of the Carew Tower for two hours. His father a Catholic priest and five life squadsmen coaxed him to safety as thousands watched. Televised by local stations from the downtown heart.

Cincinnati Carew Tower Robert M. Jones

Deputy in Clerk of Courts Office Appoints Margaret Elton

H. E. Agate yesterday appointed Mrs. Margaret Elton of 235 Eastern Heights Boulevard as a deputy in the Clerk of Courts Office to assist with journal and indexing work at a salary of 170 dollars a month. Elton is the daughter of the late Charles Cahoon, a longtime deputy who retired January 1, 1987.

H. E. Agate Margaret Elton Eastern Heights Boulevard Elton Charles Cahoon

Canada could produce atomic bomb quickly says scientist

Vancouver reports that Dr. David F. Keyes, Canada's leading atomic scientist, states the country could produce an atomic bomb very quickly if needed and has all the facilities to do so.

Vancouver B.C David F. Keyes Canada

Actress Una Merkel in coma at Santa Monica Hospital

In Santa Monica California actress Una Merkel remained in a coma following an overdose of sleeping pills. The report notes that seven years earlier her mother Bess died by gas exposure and wrist slashing in New York.

Nta Monica Calif Una Merkel Santa Monica Hospital Miss Merkel Bess New York

Berea Man Fined $125 For DUI After Route 76 Crash

George H. Wilson, 69, Berea, was fined $125 and costs by Justice C. C. Lord after being arraigned on a driving while intoxicated charge. He backed from a tavern driveway on Route 76 and Chestnut Ridge road, hit a tree and damaged two parked cars. Deputies also investigated a separate 6:43 p.m. crash at West River and Russia roads involving Walter Sommer, Edith M. Jones, and a stop-sign incident.

George H. Wilson Berea Justice C. C. Lord Route 76 Chestnut Ridge Road Herbert R. Wilson Boston Avenue Harold Beckloff Dyke Road West River Russia Roads Walter Sommer Rittman, O Edith M. Jones Kipton Sommer West River Street Russia Road

French dancer survives Nice plane crash

In a seaside olive grove near Nice an Air France four engined plane crashed after takeoff from Nice Airport killing 37 people. Marguerite Delphy, a 25 year old French dancer, survived in critical condition with severe burns and later spoke to her husband from hospital.

Nice France Air France Marguerite Delphy Mary Jane Box Charles

Trains Collide in Brazil Killing 76 Near Rio de Janeiro

Seventy six people die when two trains collide at Anchieta 25 miles from Rio de Janeiro. Carlos Chagas Hospital reports 150 injured arriving for treatment after two Rio Belo Horizonte cars derailed into a crowded commuter train.

Rio DE Janeiro Brazil Anchieta Carlos Chagas Rio Rio-Belo Horizonte Ancieta

Gas Line Blast in Kentucky Reduces Cincinnati Gas Supply

A 24 inch Central Kentucky Natural Gas Co line exploded near Alexandria Kentucky early today. The blast was heard for 25 miles and caused a sharp curtailment of gas to Cincinnati Ohio and northern Kentucky. No injuries were reported. Witnesses called the fire a beautiful sunset. Several million cubic feet of gas were lost and industries were urged to conserve fuel until repairs are finished.

Newport Central Kentucky Natural Gas Co Alexandria Cincinnati Kentucky

Predicts Many More Redheads By Fall

Chicago beauty expert Miriam Cordwell predicts a big trend toward elegance and a predominantly redheaded female population by autumn. She says half the women in the United States will be redheaded by fall.

Chicago Miriam Cordwell New York United States

Scientists Meet at Ohio State on Cooling High Speed Electronics

About 200 scientists will gather at Ohio State University in March 2021 to discuss cooling electronic equipment used in high speed aircraft and guided missiles.

Columbus Ohio State University

Polio Victim Builds Five-Foot Toothpick Bridge

Birmingham resident Virgil Cook 51 a polio survivor crafted a five foot long suspension bridge from 4500 toothpicks. He now wonders what to do with the unique model.

Birmingham Ala Virgil Cook Cook

Kerr Hints He Might Get Ohio Support

Sen Kerr suggests Ohio and several midwestern state leaders would back him for president if Truman does not run. He told Albert Horstman he has some backing from Bulkley delegates in Ohio but no definite assurance. The remarks were made amid a Jackson Jefferson Day trip, with a later stop in Dayton.

Dayton Robert S. Kerr Ohio Truman Oklahoma Kerr Albert A. Horstman Democratic National San Diego Calif Jackson- Jefferson Care John Gray Dandrea Tele- Nardini Construction Co Sheriff

Mayor's court fines and suspends driver licenses in Elyria

Claire Johnson of Oberlin received a $100 fine plus costs and a six month driving permit suspension after being found guilty of driving while intoxicated. She was arrested after crossing the center line on East Bridge to Broad street, nearly striking a motorcycle officer. Henry Motto of Wakeman was fined $10 and costs for failure to yield, after pulling into the left lane on Lake avenue toward Huron street and colliding with George Link’s car. he claimed snow prevented avoidance. William Petroff of Lorain was fined $10 and costs for one way traffic violation. Connie Taylor of Columbus, Georgia, was fined $5 and costs for intoxication.

Elyria Claire Johnson West College Street Oberlin Johnson East Bridge Street Broad Street Henry Motto R. D Wakeman Motto Lake Avenue Huron Street George Link 2Nd Street William Petroff East 29Th Street Lorain

Ohio Born Artist Christy Dead at 79 Painted Presidents

New York tributes say Howard Chandler Christy Ohio born artist of presidential portraits and pinups died of a heart attack in his hotel apartment at age 79. He slumped while writing checks. widow Nancy Palmer Christy was away. Noted works include a Thomas Edison life mural unveiled 1956 at the Ohio State Capitol and a 1945 signing of the Treaty of Greenville scene. Christy, born January 10, 1873 in Morgan County, Ohio, descended from Miles Standish and educated in Duncan Falls before leaving school at 12.

New York Howard Chandler Christy Christy Nancy Palmer Christy Ohio State Capitol Thomas A. Edison State House Greenville Morgan County Miles Standish Duncan Falls

Elyrians Hopeful As Robins Appear

Mr and MrsHans Kuehls at 274 Longford Avenue reported a pair of robins on their lawn at noon signaling a nearing spring. Other Elyrians noted robins visible in midwinter, suggesting some birds stayed through winter.

Hans Kuehls Longford Avenue

Lawrence Thomas pleads guilty in non support case

Lawrence Thomas, returned from Detroit, pleaded guilty to non support when arraigned before Judge John Pincura yesterday and his probation request was sent to the probation department for investigation. A Cleveland Trust Co suit against Regina Riley for foreclosure was dismissed. Vanita Langdon was granted a divorce from Elmer Pincura on neglect. Harry C. Jackson, 55, of North Olmsted, was arrested on an assault and battery warrant and jailed pending arraignment. A Kish vs O Leary zoning case was dismissed.

Lawrence Thomas Detroit John Pincura Probation Department Cleveland ‘Trust Co Regina Riley Vanita Langdon Elmer Harry C. Jackson North Olmsted Sheriff's James Curran Ridgeville Hattie Jackson Frank R. Kish M. J. O'Leary Sheffield ‘Lake Common Pleas

Paul Stanford To Head Men's Club At Ridgeville

Paul Stanford elected president of the North Ridgeville Congregational church Men's club at a monthly meeting held at the church. Ethan Brown named vice president and Wilson Moore secretary treasurer. The group discussed community recreation, painting the church basement, and bringing a D P family to Ridgeville, with further steps to be taken as housing permits.

North Ridgeville Paul Stanford D. P Ridgeville Ralph Chapman Howard Gould Ernest Nyfinger Charles Hoskin Federated Men’s Club Harold Carpenter Christ Walter Reinhart Stanford Reinhart Clarence Stellar

Noon Stock Quotations Show Mixed Gains Across Firms

At noon the market reflected scattered moves with American Radiator and American T and T both at 155 percent. General Motors and U.S. Steel posted modest gains while Cleveland and Ohio utilities showed varied results. The list includes firms such as Chrysler, Columbia Gas, Kennecott Copper, Montgomery Ward, and Westinghouse Airbrake among others, illustrating a broad spread in performance across industries.

American Radiator Avco Mfg Bendix Aviation Chrysler Columbia Gas General Motors Glidden Co Ohio Oil PeWaselea Choles Reed Penna. R Standard Ind N. J Standard of Ohio Texas Company Toledo Edison Sence U.S. Steel Co el, Aes Westinghouse Airbrake Woolworth Co

Markets report from Cleveland livestock and produce with varied prices

Cleveland market shows steady cattle and calves with prime cattle at 36 37 and 34 36 50 for choice. Cows 23 24, bulls 27 29, calves 37 40, sheep and lambs active with lambs 26 27 50 and sheep 14 16. Hog prices rise 25 38 cents, various classes listed. Homegrowers apples and cucumbers scarce with onion and parsnip prices included for small lots.

Cleveland

Egg and poultry prices in Federal State graded markets

The listing shows graded eggs by size and color with prices for large white, brown and extras, plus U.S. Grade A and B categories. Live poultry prices include hens, fryers, stags, and old roosters. Butter prices for retailer prints are provided, followed by Toledo grain quotes for wheat, corn, oats, soybeans and other grains.

U.S U. S Cleveland

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