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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1945

Page

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Train Derailment Near Here Causes Injuries

A fast passenger train derailed en route from Cincinnati to Jacksonville today near this location. Officials report injuries to several passengers as investigators examine the wreckage and a railroad occupation section of the Georgia Southern and Florida Division is expected to be secured.

Cinccinnati Jacksonville Flade Patied Pabsen Réerivench Fassenshakély Georgia, Southern and Florisda Division

Desperate German Situation Cited by Stimson

Washington Secretary of War Henry L. Stimson said Germany faces a desperate outlook as shown by orders to shoot fleeing troops. He noted a potential German counterattack at the Heppen bridgehead while American positions on the Rhine east bank remain solid and ready to defend.

Washington Henry T. Stimson Hemaken Rhine Stinson Stralkeest Germany

Great Majority Of Inductees To Go To The Army

Washington clarifies that during the next three months most inductees will enter the Army as infantry replacements. The Navy states only men 18 to 20 will serve in Army roles, with exceptions for special Navy programs like radio technicians and combat air crew. Navy needs in the period will be met from ages 22 to 38.

Washington Army Navy

Emergency Flood Aid Bill Pushed In Ohio Senate

Ohio Senate hears emergency measure seeking 1,000,000 for flood rehabilitation. Sen. Raymond H. Burke of Butler proposes funds distributed to county commissioners by assessed need. Gov Lausche notes Portsmouth appeal for state aid to reimburse flood response costs.

Columbus Ohlo Senate Raymond H. Burke Butler Frank J. Lausche Portsmouth

Churchill Sees Possibility Of Early Victory

The report summarizes a wartime conference where Churchill claimed a potential end to the war in Europe soon. He cited progress on the Western Front and expressed optimism that victory could come within months, noting allied efforts against Germany and Japan despite chaotic war conditions.

Churchill Churetin Europe Soivnier Alevesou Germany Sturévider Benien Ta Co Vithiv Chukehil Ovat Iit Britain Uch Nilay Superts Berlin Bleckhalny United States Wyitvin Ghutehul Japan

Man Found Crucified In Saloon Faces Disorder Charge

Fred Watcher, 46, was found nailed to a makeshift cross in a saloon and charged with disorderly conduct after authorities say he used self harm to attract publicity. He appeared in municipal court as police investigated the incident near the elevated railway crossing.

Wunicipal Court Fred Watcher Beth Thors

Anxiety Grows Over Soft Coal Strike Threat

Washington officials expressed mounting anxiety over a possible soft coal strike on April 1 as contract talks stalled between soft coal producers and the United Mine Workers. The contract expires in 16 days with a "no contract, no work" stance, while operators urge UMW President John L. Lewis to delay direct negotiations and press for a 10-cent a ton royalty dispute.

Washington Heavern United Ming Polivey Tes UMW John L. Lewis

Eleven Ton Bombs Hit Ruhr Railway Link

British reports say a large German railway line between Ruhr and the rest of Germany was hit by an eleven ton bomb. A pilot described the explosion as lifting his plane and air correspondents noted the bomb could cause vast damage over hundreds of yards. In Massillon Larry Kinniel, 53, died when a butchered hog carcass fell on him as tractors broke loose.

London Ruhr Bielefeld Theis Germany Massillon Larry Kinniel Kuniel Puta Motile Kinuiel

Commercial Fishing Season Opens Amid Optimism

United Press reports Lake Erie commercial fishing began on a sunny opening day. Port Clinton Sandusky and Erie ports faced delays due to offshore ice and storms but hopeful crews expect a bountiful season. Past years with poor catches due to ice and damaged gear contrast with forecasts of plentiful fish across the lake.

United Press Lake Eyles Eash Conneaut Huron Port Clinton Sandusky Erie Warni Fairport Harbor Letain Lake Erie

Death Records From Various Akron Area Cemeteries

A jumble of death notices reports several local obituaries and funeral details. Christman of 470 West Eighth Street dies of a heart attack. survived by husband Charles and daughter Carol Ganobelk, with service at Sudros Curtis Funeral Home and burial at Ridge Hill Memorial Park. Bodnar of London, Ontario, 40, burial from Bittner Funeral Home with services by Rev. Fr. Zekany. former resident of 142 Woodward Avenue. Ada Elizabeth Mannie funeral at Nichols Funeral Home with burial at Butternut Ridge Cemetery. Maria Glamel Germel Amherst, 83, dies in a Lorain rest home. survivors include four daughters and two sons. services at Zilch Funeral Home then Nativity church. Annie Ingersoll Wakeman, 77, dies at Camden residence. survived by four daughters and five sons, 15 grandchildren and 92 great grandchildren. services at Lop, Gerber Funeral Home. Interment at Camden Cemetery.

Iva My. Christman Ya OM. Christman Charles Christman West Eighth Street Lodi Medina County First Methodist Church Mary Martha St. Clair Rebekah Indge Carol Ganobelk Isaac Rogers Flyria Clifford Bowers Cleveland Brandson Roger Charles Ganobelk Sudros Curtis Honor W. Corrines Pan Ridge Till’ Memorial Park Cemetery Joseph Bodnar London Onio Marc Othe Bittner Ws.anny France Bulner Ada Elizabeth Thennie Ada Elizabeth Mannie Nichole Funeral Home Ebef. Thompson Butternut Ridge Nichols Funeral Home Mary OG Germel Elmer Wagner Vermilion Raymond Piper Revere Mass Clayton Devo Huron Willam South Amherst F Wilford U. 8 Esevers Hwa Remin Nativity Church Alisin Calvary Anse Ingersoll Wakeman Annie Ingersrat Camden Arly Treland United States Kipton Site Chat Thie Euiing Hayes Wes Hogton Mas. Grave Whitney Kipstons Mas Mabel Keithrey Blanche Baker Oberjin Wilhaim Columbia Station Sein Elyria Charles Kipton Walter Wree Gerber Funera FL E. Eastman Wakeman Camdet Cemetery

Manila Destroyed by Orders From Dakeari Says Vilippanes

In San Francisco Brig. Gen Carlos Ronald Vilippanes alleges Manila was razed by direct orders from Dakeari. He claimed the Japanese will be forced to surrender when confronted in Congress on the floor.

Tokyo Manila San Francisco Ciy Dakeari Carlos Ronald Vilippanes Vonmrussaney Congress

Caentinye Attacks North Italy Fronts Reported

A wartime communique from Rome says Caentinye attacked North Italy fronts but German forces avoided contact and limited actions to artillery and mortar fire. No changes were reported in forward positions on the Fifth or Eighth fronts. Allied air forces conducted Mediterranean operations against targets in the region.

Italy Rome Mediterranean

Court notices and lawsuits from Lorain County docket

Probate files disclose the estate of Leo Klein of 4 Radiemn ishighty Boulevard for a February death with $8,000 in real estate and remaining personal property. Delores Smith and four others named as heirs. A $883 judgment awarded by Judge Cook in a case involving Velave Pajne. A loan suit for $276 against Le Ward Full ager et al. County transfers and bids on ditch work awarded to Trifitetti and Concrete Pipe Co. Divorce suit Essie Minvick against Oscar dismissed. Zoljoal vs Kerckes for $5,000 personal injuries dismissed. County purchases cups, trays, spoons for $542. Divorce action Henry Hoelzte from Margaret pursued. venue change requested in Jack vs Jennie. Kipton estate of Charles Bickel valued at $1,495 with specific bequests to nieces and nephews and stock, car, and farm shares among siblings.

Leo Kiehin Radiemn Ishighty Boulevard Lake’ Avehue Ash Securi Ogee Ren Delores Smith Wallet David C. Zoljoal Lorain Joseph Kerckes Zainal George W. Jack Jah and Heintz Co Cleveland Common Pleas Court Lin Jennie Jack Willi H. Long Charles W. Bickel Kipton Des Vember Co Haswall Klazel Bickel Caylor Bickel Lois Bickel Sand °Rock Robert Shedd Beverly Bickel Ceorge Kaptus Kipton Elevator Marion Dudley Arethat George Kinlon Mays Ann Shedd Michigan

Nazi Battleship Sunk By Mine Reported

A flotilla ship was sunk by a mine in the Baltic Sea, with a French service report confirming the loss and identifying the German vessel involved.

Londpon Noatsh Radix Baldeshyy Deutschland Hich

Seven Killed In Crash Of Army Training Plane

Seven people died when an Army training aircraft crashed near Parkersburg West Virginia. The plane came down at an airfield in Wood County after taking off from Lockbourne Army Air Base. Authorities identified the aircrew and noted weather and mechanical factors cited by officials.

Parkersburg Wood County Rylin Field Vopargise Cal Robert F Bernbain Lockbourne Anrmy Mor Cs Himbus Lockbrur Pteid

Open House At Elyria Guard Unit Draws Crowd

A large turnout from Elyria and nearby areas attended an open house for the Ohio State Guard unit at its armory on the Hurd foot of the Marshall Drug Company building. Mayor A. R. Agale and city officials toured demonstrations of close order drills, guard duty, bayonet practice, and other activities led by officers Cag. Burton Punk Lis. Jonne Von Bhim and Aleré Berson. The company has 45 members and is seeking a few new members, including a company clerk.

Elyria Ohio State Guard Marshall Drug Company Wijt A. R. Agale Cag Burton Punk Lis Jonne von Bhim Aleré Berson F Savas Ay Company

Millions Given To Political War Chests

Washington reports show American citizens donated to political war chests in the 1940s era elections. Senate campaign expenditures totaled over 25 million dollars in contributions to various political organizations, with most spent. Local and county groups spent millions beyond official tallies. The 1940 totals surpassed prior years, while 1938 set a record for advertising expenditures.

Washington Senate Adu

Sheriff and Mrs Finegan Welcome a Baby Girl Mary Ant

A baby girl weighing eight pounds two ounces was born today to Sheriff and Mrs Carl B. Finegan at Elyria Memorial Hospital. Both mother and child are reported doing well as attendants note the healthy arrival this afternoon.

Sheriff

Three Choirs At Second Baptist Church Tonight

The C RB club of Second Baptist Church West 16th street presents Rev Ok We Ward at Second Olivet Baptist Church Cleveland and his three choirs this evening at 815 WSBON. Funeral services were held today for Van Atton Mills 46 Hanoverton, a steam crane operator killed working for Wheeling and Lake Erie railroad at Dillonvale Monday.

Second Baptist Church C. RB. Club Second Baptist’ Church West 16Th Street Ok We Ward Second Olivet Baptist Church of Cleveland WSBON van Atton Mills Hanoverton Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad Dillonvale

Legislation Affects Schools Discussed At Meeting

Approximately 100 school executives attended the annual gathering where Hon. Were and B A Stevens outlined pending legislation and funding changes. Jelbert Wondford spoke on future education developments as Clearview High School groups performed in maroon robes before a roundtable discussion.

B.A. Stevens Ohio Education Association Lewisl Hid Sthval Foundation Progeath Tintess Stine Jelbert Wondford Clearview High School Floyd Hess Clearview Girls’ Chorus Virginia, Mitchell

Latin Week Observed at Elyria High School

Elyria High School students join Latin Week activities with a Romah banquet display in the art department on the third floor and a library exhibit of Raman books. Students receive slips for library use and engage in Latin discussions and songs. Broadcasts on Cleveland radio highlight the period and quotes from Lewis Bromfield praising Latin’s role in civilization. A damaged car fender incident is noted at the end.

Elyria High School Ohig Art Department Marine Corps Army Air Corps Cleveland Howard Ditteick Iellersby Leuis Bromfield Classical Club Grewer

Local Musicians To Audition At Elyrite Schools

Auditions will be held for at least ten Elyrite students across divisions. The ensemble quartet includes Dowiglas Hines Betty Colner Congtahet Boylan and Garaldite Miller. Other participants sing or play solos including soprano Gilda Schultz Betty Crawford and Geraldlive Miller on various instruments. All are high school students except Robert Strom in eighth grade and Mariah Frank in seventh grade.

Elyrite Sale Rand Oberlin Ty Cee Gilda Schultz Betty Crawford Eraldlive Miller Philip Steviek Korn Robert Strath Marian” Frank Slate All Strom Mariah Frank

Patton drives deep into Rhine Mosel region with Third Army advance

U S forces under Patton press a broad offensive along the Rhine Mosel corridor. Fifth Infantry breaks south of the Rhine Mosel confluence to seize Udenhausen and Boppard while the 94th Infantry attacks across the Saar area northwestern corner. Seventh Army pushes toward Saar river as 70th division accelerates toward the Saar crossing. In nearby city streets a collision damages Ninth Street.

Patton Rhine Lutzel J Coblenz Third Army Mosel Fifth Infantry Division Tribatgie Rhine-Mosel Udenhausen Cobleng Thee Boppard Trels 94Th Saar Seventh Army U. S. Seventh Army 70Th Saarbruecken

Market prices and listings in a vintage page

An OCR fragment displays mixed market items including apples cattle and grain quotes. It references prices, weights, and various commodities, with partial entries for wheat corn beans and livestock, indicating a busy market page with fluctuating values.

Fined 50 Dollars And Costs In DUI Case

Clarence Halley of 336 Columbus Street was fined 50 dollars and costs and his driving license suspended for six months after pleading before Mayor A Riv Agste to a charge of driving under the influence. He was arrested at 8 40 p.m. yesterday following a collision with a trailer operated by George Kohler of Norwalk Trucking Co at Middle and Broad. Also reported is a stolen pistol incident involving Floyd Pritchett at 812 West Brot Street a discharged veteran of the Thalian campaign who said an Italian Brtia allumnatic pistol with six shells in the clip was taken from his room last week valued at 100 dollars.

Clarence Halley Columbus Street Elyria A. Riv Agste Norwalk Trucking Co Portal George Kohler Middle Avenue Broad Street Floyd Pritchett West’ Brot Street

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