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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1949

Page

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Calif Coastline Shaken by Large Earthquake

A 2:59 am tremor along the San Andreas Fault rattled California from San Francisco to Monterey damaging plate glass and breaking water pipes in Hollister. No injuries were reported though minor property damage was noted and residents woke to tremors felt inland to 60 miles.

Hollister Calif California Hellister San Francisco San Andrea Monterey Garsze Santea Cruz Pzio Alte Pembinrs Ree San Josepoi Stecxien Beetmere

Winter predicts Senate approval of super high way bill

Sen Ralph Winter and co authors forecast Senate passage of a proposed super highway measure. The plan would raise funds for construction under a state commission to oversee roads while aHouse conservation committee weighs opposition from rural interests.

Sen Winter Senate Columbus Tre teGer Ralph Winter Allied William Bord Curahiga Ema Tore Furds House Conservation Committee

King Will Undergo Surgery Amid Anxious British Nation

Reports say Britain's King will undergo a major operation at Buckingham Palace to relieve a nerve issue affecting blood flow to the right forearm. The procedure aims to free nerve control over circulation and improve recovery, with physicians coordinating care at a royal medical team led by Sir James Lear.

Tne Weet Palace Tor Ericar Pratt James Learmonth Mase Clinic

Cleveland Forecast Calls for Rain and Cooler Temperatures

Weather outlook for Cleveland calls for rain and colder conditions after noon. Snow showers possible with total snowfall under two inches. Overnight low around 28, Friday high near 33.

Cleveland

Markets Found Today on Page Two

Markets found today on page two report price moves and trading results across commodities and equities. The brief notes general market activity without detailed quotes or specific tickers.

Vote To Reemploy All Teachers In Brightes Township

The Brightes township board and the Aven board voted to reemploy all teachers whose contracts expire, with salaries to be set later. County school superintendent C A Gibbens noted several teachers are on continuing contracts, so no action was needed to renew their terms. BIRKLINE'S Hats Gloves Jewelry advertises Easter specials at 250 Second Street.

Tere Wiege Stra 'Ofte Ty Sween ‘Og Ceemrplexs Taxen Mondev Maeho Brightes Aven A. Gibbens Seral Contrec Birkline Second Street

Mediation Begins On Railroad Wage Dispute

Negotiators supply issues to mediators seeking early settlement in a wage and hours dispute between the nations railroads and 16 non operating unions. Observers expect the central issue to be a 40 hour work week and higher pay. A separate mediator reported no known slowdown by Railway Express Agency workers in New Jersey. The mediators are ex members of a presidential fact finding panel that backed a 7 cent hourly raise and 40 hour week.

Chicago Railway Express Agency AFL Brotherhood of Railway Clerks Express New Jersey Railroad

Scouts To Survey Elm Trees In Elyria

Service Director D W Kothe discussed a plan to have the Boy Scout organization survey all elm trees in Elyria as a first step toward preventing Dutch elm disease. The program's specifics depend on cost and feasibility, with guidance from the National Arborist Association on preventative spraying using DDT emulsions in spring and summer.

Wha D. W Kothe Kothe Boy Scout Organization Paule National Arborist Association, Inc Wooster, C

Suspects Linked To Ohio Holdups

Three men captured near Wilmington are linked by witnesses to at least 12 Ohio robberies over two years. Warrants will be issued for each crime. The suspects Edward J. Verschier, 42, Cincinnati. Frank J. Czernewski, 40, Cincinnati. and Walter R. A. Maler, 45, Darton are held in Clinton County jail on bonds of 60 000. Witnesses identified them and police say 60 witnesses were questioned.

Wilmington A. O. Smith State Highway Patrol Odar Ohio Clinton County L. Thes Frank J. Czernewski Walter R. A

Fire Destroys Cottage And Its Contents

A cottage behind LeRoy Fahler residence at 1230 Eree Street burned around 3 30 a m a gas stove is blamed. Mr and Mrs Hobart Chapman tenants from Hunt Fanien two months earlier were away. Chapman reported missing. no remains found in ashes. wife visiting relatives. Loss estimated at about 1000 dollars. Contents destroyed.

Wellington LeRoy Fahler Eree Street Frank Ciara Hobart Chapman Huntfansien Chapmans Chapman

Bicycle Rider Struck By Car Near LaGrange

Jack Meeks, 14, of La Grange RD 2, treated at Elsra Memorial Hospital for multiple abrasions after a bicycle collision on LaGrange Road south of Route 20. Witness Raymond Hildebran, 15, said James J. Barta swerved left to avoid the rider and the car veered into a ditch and overturned.

Jack Meexs R. D LaGrange Elsra Memorial Hospital LaGrange Road Route 20 James J. Barta LaGransee Meeks Raymond Hildebran 15 Bama

Abbe Road Home Damaged By Blaze

A fire at the William Or Murvine home 156 Abbe Road caused extensive damage. Firefighters fought flames for 1 hour 27 minutes from a basement to attic, rescuing a dog trapped in the basement and reviving a resident who appeared to be recovering.

William Or. Murvine Abbe Road Ceiler Calvin Aelvine Murvine Jackie Trappee Se Phipps William Murvine Jr

County Council Of Legion To Meet In Herst

The County Council of the American Legion will meet at 8 p.m. Thursday in Herst. W. O. Tickle of the Fifth Battalion will be the speaker. Frank B. Tanner reports that executive business is on the agenda.

County Council of Legion W. O. Tickle Lcc American Legion Herst McClellan Etrica Frank B. Tanner Seminainger

School Bus Mishap Hurts Pupil In Steubenville

A Steubenville school bus swerved to avoid a car and struck a utility pole and earth bank injuring a pupil with a broken ankle. Driver Joe Carpoletti 40 said he lost control to prevent a collision. Children were en route to Holy Name School.

Steubenville Contro Joe Carpoletti Holy Name School

Talkathon in Senate Continues

Washington sees another long session as Senator Cain extends remarks beyond six hours seeking focus on the Gem and armed services case. The debate includes proposals to change Senate rules with many senators expected to speak as the session nears the 10 hour mark. The record longest speech by Senator Spessard L. Holland stands at four hours and 52 minutes.

Abe Cain Senate Armed Services Committee Talhins Abet Wollgren le Spessard L. Hotland D. Fla Uno

Housing program discussion to cover 1949 plan features

A meeting at Caned is Hall Colorado Avenue Lorain will hear about a new Economy Housing Program for 1949. lay figures include price reductions and lower rents with realtors and architects participating. FHA district officials will outline operation and seek interest and support from local groups and the wider movement.

Gesigreg Canedis Hall Colorado Avenue Lorain FHA Wee OD GT Lerain

Course on Gay Living Proposed at Local High School

Parents and teachers discuss a plan for a new course titled Problems in Gay Living at the high school PTA meeting. Principal Robert Evans outlined aims as seniors would be among the first to enroll, with parental approval and ongoing committee input referenced.

Eve Rssom Fast Nc S. the Orine Tao Falen

Y Camp to Open on June 16

The Y Camp announced it will open June 16 with Berit directing operations and Frank Johnser assisting as work director. Activities are scheduled from June 1 to 26, then June 28 to August 2, with six sessions through the summer.

Berit Frank Johnser Ai c

Beatrice area declared major disaster as river rises

The Red Cross declared Beatrice and nearby areas a major disaster as the Big Blue River swelled, forcing hundreds to flee. 125 families were driven from their homes locally and more were displaced at Crete. Water covered bridges and left dozens homeless, while cold weather and snow slowed recovery efforts.

Beatrice Red Cross Big Blue Fland Crete Seward St. Louis

UNESCO talk outlined by Heidelberg director at Elyria teachers meeting

Dr E F Williams, director of education at Heidelberg College, spoke at the Elyria Federation of Teachers and Russie atter meeting about UNESCO and the future. He cited the preamble urging international education and peace through learning, noting UNESCO's $200,000,000 reconstruction program and efforts in teacher training health standards and welfare. Guests included Howard Bliss, Richard Johns, Harley Reese, J C Linville, and local education and labor leaders.

United Nations Educational, Sciencic and Cultural Organization Unesco Elyria Federation of Teachers Russie Atter First Congregational Church E. FL Williams Heidzberg College Inmen Nen Wwns Scheels Et Anc Exen Ara India Italy France England Williams Gnesco Howard Bliss Central Labor Union Richard Johns

Doctors Oppose Federal Health Control in National Debate

In Cincinnati, physicians reject compulsory federal health insurance and national medical bureaucracy. The American Medical Association delegation votes against government takeover of medical care and distribution, urging continued independent practice.

Cincinnati

Exterior Of Trailer Scorched By Fire

Eaton fire crews battled a grass fire that spread to the trailer owned by Len Welfinger. The exterior burned and the covering was scorched but firefighters contained the blaze before the interior was harmed. Welfinger had just left the home minutes earlier while tending a fire near a tree. The trailer’s exterior was valued at 2.00 and no occupants were reported injured.

EATON Len Welfinger

Pupils to Preview High School Life at Elyria High

Eighth grade pupils who will enter high school next year will get a preview of high school life Friday at Elyria High School. Principal Robert E. Wilson reported today that all eighth grade pupils in Elyria No. 2 are invited to attend.

Elyria High School Robert E. Wilson Elyria No. 2

Nations To Resist Any Aggression Bulletin

Secretary of State Dean Acheson stated the North Atlantic pact clearly commits the United States and allies to defend against aggression from any quarter. He said eight nations are nearing agreement to sign, with a possible Washington signing in early April.

Washington Dean Acheson North Atlantic Rpact United States Acheson Soviet Union Eee Italy Denmark Portugal Iceland Canada Britain Netherlands France Luxembourg Belgium Norway Europe Peru Germany Achreson Senate Foreign

Housewives Drive At Gary Is Succeeding

Housewives in Gary press forward with a crackdown on prostitution and gambling after a local teacher’s murder sparked action. Dens and brothels reportedly closed under Major Eugene Swartz’s order as police and officials discuss enforcement, while four prostitutes and two others face charges.

Thrce Gary Observer Eugene Swartz Ben Schwartzed Swartz Peniel Millard T. Matovina Hngh Cty

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