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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1944
Page
1
The Senate votes 47 to 31 in favor of a compromise soldier voting bill after days of debate. Opponents criticized the measure as favoring veterans and argued it could affect election outcomes.
Public sale to liquidate farm and shop items as owner relocates to town. Auction includes mower, 7 ft tractor disc, cultipacker, Oliver plow, Iron Age potato planter and digger, a small steel truck box on wheels, beams and timbers, chains, scales, machinery trailers, platform scale, fuel tanks, counters, troughs, torches, iron pipe, electric drill, tools, a player piano, and more. Cash terms. E R Kelley owner with C H Sooy auctioneer and Lee Klinect clerk.
A public sale at the seller's farm two miles east of Pittsfield Center on State Route 303 Friday March 24 at 10:00 a m offers three horses four head of breeding Hereford cattle and young stock plus dairy stock including Jersey and Holstein bulls and a Guernsey cow. Farm tools grain and household goods accompany the sale with cash terms day of sale and in hand clearance. Lunch will be served and sale indoors if weather worsens. Auctioneers and clerks listed.
A list of 25 registrants heads to Indiana for induction ceremonies. The document names multiple individuals across Cleveland and surrounding areas, with addresses and affiliations, noting takeplace and organizer details. The induction follows pre induction examinations listed in the Cleveland roster.
Six men were ordered to report for Navy service via Selective Service Board notices mailed from the board's headquarters in Oberlin. The list names Francis XII Bellingerte, Charles Menard Steele Amherst, Raymond FB Meese Auburty Indie, Maite Korsty Homatus Willis Amherst, Howard EO Wilbert Elvetas, George F Wag Buffalo New York.
A World War II era account recalls Marine Thomas Bo Ruth of Fillet Queensland wounded at Peleliu or Atoll who kept firing an automatic rifle at Japanese snipers even after being mortally wounded. Staff Sgt Mausray J. Lewis reports the dying Marine's steady blaze for nearly a minute, an episode framed as heroic perseverance amid the Marshall Islands fighting.
On account of sickness and labor shortage I will sell at my residence located 1 mile east of Wellington or 32 miles west of Penfield on State Route 18. Auction details to follow with sale time and terms. Potential buyers urged to attend to secure items offered at the sale.
Kiwanis Club of Elyria to host a luncheon meeting at the Elks Marine town with speaker Herbert Kobvats personnel director for Group Relations at Mare Stable Cadaenship. The talk covers mutual problem solving for troops and cautions on wartime propaganda as the nation nears election year. Hubert Sanborn and new member Laylenthal were in attendance.
Melvin Kalba of Amherst and Mrs Dubin Cuellis LoGridge were elected as fourH club advisors at a county fourH advisors training meeting at Elyria YM. A follow up meeting will be held at Mrs Chacyh’s home in Wellington for advisors in that section as clubs prepare to complete organizational work by May 14. Edith Berry from State University spoke to explain new clothing projects and assist preparation for reforms this coming season.
Lucy Schwartz of LaGrange died at her niece’s home after a months illness born April 1 1961 in West Cartisto township widow of Frank Schwartz and mother of Lilla and Miss Mabel Dehn among survivors and nephews and nieces with services to be held at Sudra Curtie Funeral Home Wednesday at 2 pm Rev A F McVey officiating burial in Smith Murray Ridge cemetery. Mary Tatuise Schaefer of Avon Lake died at St Josephs Hospital after a short illness survived by three sisters with services at Williany R and Roy A Daniels Funeral Home Wednesday then burial at St Josephs cemetery.
Louis H. Newakumeter of Cleveland faced a $10 fine plus costs by Justice H. C. Cummings after arraignment on a school bus pass stop offense near Route 10 Fields. Charles White of Woodford Avenue released on probation, fined $10 and 30 days jail. Vivian Anderson case involved assault and clothing destruction. Carl Langdon Jr. charged with neglect of two children in juvenile court. William Temanck of Avon Lake injured in Lake Road crash with truck driven by Robert Brown of Wabash Indiana. Temanck’s car tipped over after brake failure.
Deputies report two men fled a drinking establishment after escaping with eight quarts of liquor. Patrons describe the duo as intoxicated. a struggle ensued when a worker attempted to intervene, and both men left before officers could detain them.
The passage presents a jumble of names and phrases about theology and a Christian program. It references Christology, Mariology, and a planned event or guide by Wall, with unclear dates or locations. The readable bits point to a discussion of Christian theology and program details without a clear narrative.
Elyria chapter reports $1,566.48 added to campaign totals, about 4 percent of its $61,000 quota, with several plants and downtown firms contributing. Industrial reports include $1,260, $1,280, and one firm giving $1,000, plus individual gifts ranging from 40 to 300 dollars. Campaign workers urged to finish reporting and expect a substantial increase soon.
Mrs Donna Watson 28 of 608 East Broad street was treated at Elyria Memorial hospital after a truck and bus collision near Camp Perry. Returning from Great Lakes Naval Training Station to visit her husband Arthur, she sustained two severe lacerations to the head and a back injury. A sailor on the bus also suffered injuries and was taken to Camp Perry Army hospital.
Dr Mo Yi of Oberlin told Fluvia Junior Chamber of Commerce members that Pacific islands face unlimited opportunities after the war and a population shift driven by transportation. He urged reciprocal education and inviting foreign students into homes to foster mutual understanding between Pacific Islanders, Asia, and the United States. He described travel experiences in Asia and the islands, and addressed questions. Albert Berson announced local Jaycee plans for state meetings in Columbus and Cleveland. Jayteen remodeling to expand dance space. next Jaycee meeting March 27 at Jayteen hall with jail tour and Sheriff Fairegan talk on safety programs.
Elytrans remind residents the biweekly tin can drive begins tomorrow with curbside service by city trucks. Elyma Salvage Committee urges placing cans at the curb tonight for first collection at 3:80 am. The next pickup will be May 15.
Fragmentary text discusses Secretary of War and Navy leadership, recruitment and training challenges, and references to naval reserve officer education. Mentions a 1,000,000 hectare area and a naval college context with graduates and dates, but details are unclear due to damaged source.
In Little Rock Arkansas an Army inquiry at Camp Joseph Robinson investigated a mine explosion during a demonstration. Twelve soldiers died, fourteen were injured, with four in serious condition. Ten were killed on impact, two died later. Details are withheld pending the probe.
Army officials disclosed Friday that an explosion of live ammunition at Camp Breckenridge killed four soldiers, wounded ten seriously, and left several others with injuries. The blast occurred during handling of ammunition marshalling at the post. Local authorities investigated the incident and reported no further casualties.
A Penfield Township school shut down for the day amid safety concerns. The district superintendent said classes would resume once conditions were cleared, with officials reviewing safety measures and potential delays.
Lorain county officials agreed to form a seven member advisory committee to assist county commissioners in selecting postwar public projects. The group will be appointed by three judges led by Common Pleas Judge N. D. A. Cook and Probate Judge H. W. Nye, with survey work planned to target relief and amplification needs. The plan faced initial skepticism from Judge Nye about relying on commissioners and limited funds, but officials from the county offices approved moving forward. The judges planned to act on the appointment in days ahead.
A bus carrying 33 passengers skidded on Route 30 three miles west of Crestline and overturned today injuring at least 20. Thirteen were hospitalized at Crestline Emergency Hospital with non life threatening injuries. The rest received first aid and were released. There were no fatalities.
First Lieutenant Carl F. Gutman has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross as part of a batch of Army Fifth Air Force decorations announced by the War Department in Washington. Gutman is believed stationed in New Guinea, married April 22 in Texas to Mildred Krieg, mother Mrs. Pearl Gutman. The couple welcomed a son on March 4. Gutman began Army Air Forces service in April of last year.
Market report from Cleveland and Chicago lists livestock and poultry prices, including hogs, cattle, lambs, and sheep with bids and price ranges. Also shown are grain, oats, flour, feeds, and government graded food distribution wholesale prices.
Avon residents convened in the town hall on a Thursday evening for the Village Council meeting. Minutes were read, bills approved, and a gas-rate ordinance passed for low-volume users. Subsequent meetings and social club activities at Ridgeville and Avon homes were noted along with bridge prize winners and upcoming entertainments.
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