13 Mar 1946
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1946
Page
1
A tragic event left one person dead and another wounded in a local area. Police reported the incident occurred late evening, with responders arriving to secure the scene and transport victims to a hospital. Details on suspects or motives were not immediately available.
A chaotic scene in Congress with Speaker Sam Rayburn and others debating a plan to authorize a formal checkup of lobbying activities in the capital. The thrust centers on debating new legislation shaping the administration and its influence on policy more broadly.
Juvenile Judge H H Nye heard testimony today in the beating charge against Archie Cunningham 28 LaGrange. The boy, bruised from head to knees, was beaten with a paddle by his father and possibly mother. Testimony from the boy stepmother and Dr Saddler supported the abuse claim. The case, involving Cunningham and his wife, was expected to conclude this afternoon with the boy remaining in the custody of his grandparents under court direction.
A notice from the Posular bent announces a celebration of Holy Communion on a church channel. It mentions a prayer service for all people and states that the chapel will be open daily for prayers and adoration.
Federal charges target a ring tied to eleven corporations and 242 individuals. The scheme involved fake coupons and antispiracy products, allegedly netting about 75 million dollars across states from Ohio to Wisconsin and elsewhere. Several leaders face prison terms and fines while investigations span multiple jurisdictions.
A compiled stock and company price list appears with numerous named corporations across industries. Entries include Union Pacific, American Can, American Tobacco, General Electric, Westinghouse Electric, Chrysler, General Motors, Studebaker, Copper firms, Standard Oil affiliates, Shell, Radio Corp, Sears Roebuck, Warner Bros, and others. The document presents market indicators and ticker-like references for several industrials and utilities.
Markets section lists produce items incl Au tasters chives mushrooms peppers and potatoes with assorted prices and packaging. It records a chaotic mix of prices and product names, reflecting a bustling market listing with vendors and stock items.
The event features Bishop Bishan Wesley, a Arg South Amerida resident and Peron contact, speaking on March 20 at Elyria from Delaware. Proceeds fund a dinner with Harp Ensemble from Oberlin College. tickets limited to 430, sales ending Monday unless sold out.
A report notes a total tally and committee decisions in a Pine Valley area count. It lists a key industry group and a planned Graton event mid month. The report forecasts a Graton gathering on Wednesday and Thursday March 13 and 14 at St Mary's church and nearby stores, with a victory dinner scheduled for March 16 in Baiurelsy.
A public program on March 14 at 9:30 p.m. at the Temple Lorain features Dr Walter Coley, noted preacher and author, addressing Hadassah Lorain chapter with refreshments to follow. In the evening he will speak to the Lorain chapter of the American Association of University Women at the Methodist church. A large Elyria delegation is expected to attend the afternoon session open to the public.
Obituary notes the death of Elmer Andrew Grubbs aged about 58, a former J.Ro Dall Motor Company manager, at Elyria Memorial Hospital. Born February 7 1898 in McKeesport Pa, he lived in Elyria, survived by wife Jillian and three siblings. Service at Sidra Curtis Funeral Home Friday noon. body to be shipped to McKeesport.
The House rejected a proposal by 217 to 118 that would have allowed lawmakers to join a voluntary Civil Service retirement program with a pension after meeting age and contribution requirements. Alpert Delman, Navy seaman first class, from Elyria, is listed among 2,338 World War II veterans aboard USS Navarro due in San Francisco. Steve Madaras of Grafton, 25, was jailed on a $200 peace bond after arraignment on assault and destruction charges.
A Ridgeville Belden Brookside ensemble will perform with Brookside and South Amherst bands, featuring a French horn and tympani additions. The shows include Belden March 17 and South Amherst March 18, with Avon also participating this year. A separate building permit for a 24 by 60 feet restaurant at 4 Taylor Road was approved for Ralph Gibbons, cost estimated at 3500, to be built by Mike La Valle. Services are set for Miss August Kahler of Gibsonburg, 35, who lived there all her life.
A fragmentary notice highlights a local figure, B. G. Smilley of West Hidge, connected to Beate district events and the 38th Bates Post office, with unclear surrounding details. The text references several names and places, implying a civic or community notice from Wartburg region archives.
In Millersburg a 18 year old, Manuel Schlabach, died from injuries after a Sunday crash. Levi Beechy, 18, killed at the scene, and Glen Kapp, 224 Sed Street, among others, were involved. Police report another driver, Ronald Peebles, 242 Second Street, was arrested for intoxication after an unrelated call about a fire. Tanganyika beeswax pricing noted separately.
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A new International Harvester dealership will rise on Oberlin Road with 87 feet frontage and 128 feet depth. The brick steel structure will display, sale and service farm machinery and trucks, feature thermopane glass and hot water floor radiant heat, and include a 40 by 100 foot semi cylindrical storage building built first.
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