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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1949
Page
1
Elyria High School officials win a two year league stay in the Lake Erie High School League to study football receipts and maintain benefits from athletics and scholastic programs. The Elyria Lorain board approved retaining membership despite disappointment over football revenue distribution and a stalled policy compromise.
Multi millionaire Clendenin J. Ryan prepared to testify before a grand jury probing a plot to wiretap city officials. He said he had nothing to hide and would waive immunity, but his attorney John G. Broad refused to waive and was not called. Edward Jones, a former treasury agent, has implicated Broad in the scheme and is out on bail.
Forecast for Northeastern Ohio calls for fair, conoid conditions this afternoon and tonight. Wednesday remains fair with continued cold spell. Tonight's low around 15, Wednesday high near 34.
Neil Moss Beverage at 116 Broad St announces Bock Beer will arrive on the 17th and urges customers to place orders now via phone 6615. Adv
Walter Roshaven will leave his post as associate minister and director of religious education at the First Congregational church after three years to assume the pastorate of East View Congregational Church in Shaker Heights. An experienced clergyman, he previously served 19 years in ministry in other states and studied at Oberlin Seminary.
The Elviia school board discusses athletic funds and delays a proposed Elsie school building program. A progress update was given at the November meeting amid reviews by planning organizations. A belt proposal opposition vote in Columbus passed five to one.
James A. White Crismpus longtime superintendent of the Ohio Anti-Saloon League from 1915 to 1925 died after a monthlong illness in Columbus. He was 76, a Muskingum county native and four time Barnesville mayor who led five campaigns to secure Ohio dry status and sought the Republican nomination for governor.
Emvica Red Cross chapter officials report optimism after a strong first luncheon despite poor weather. They anticipate a higher second luncheon at the YMCA tomorrow noon as campaign divisions push toward over the top goals.
Kenneth Padier a senior at Cleveland was struck while walking home from school on Bridge Street. He suffered contusions and a chin abrasion but refused medical care at the scene and was later treated at Elyria Memorial Hospital. The incident involved a vehicle driven by Walter Fer and another driver, with authorities investigating.
A powerful cold wave grips the Midwest with subzero temps and several inches of snow. Dakotas Nebraska Minnesota report bitter winds up to 40 mph and temperatures near zero or below. Three people died in an automobile stalled in a snowbank near Harlowton as fumes caused unconsciousness and death.
The Firelands Area Council Bor n Scouts of America will host the annual Scouters dinner at Norwalk High School on March 28 at 4 30 p m. Eagle Scout Jim Boswurm of Heron will speak following the council report to President Truman. Silver Beaver awards will be conferred, honoring outstanding Scouters from Elyria to Grater. Reservations are encouraged and many Elyria and area institutions plan to attend.
Snow covered most of Ohio with inches blanketing all but the northwest and extreme northeast. Roads were slippery statewide outside the northwest quadrant. Snow flurries were forecast in the east with colder temperatures dipping to near ten degrees in the north and fifteen in the south.
The Erie school board approved hiring two night school instructors and a clerical worker for the store room and offices. P. Nastiff, an engineer at Brown-Lipe-Chapin GM, will teach a machine shop mathematics course starting soon. class enrollment is 26, all current students are GM employees but not restricted to them. D. A. Morris, night school supervisor, notes class runs weekly through May 9 with 224 total students in 11 classes. Also hired is Mrs. Margaret Skeels as store room secretary at 3 50 per month, replacing Mrs. Bartter who resigned in January. Skeels previously worked in the Erie High School office and was employed by the schools August 237 to February 1946.
Columbus representative Edward D Dechant introduces a House resolution to form a nine member commission to investigate fraternal organizations in Ohio. The measure follows a temporary restraining order in Lorain County related to the Lorain Aerie 343 Eagles chapter and alleged improper financial practices by national officers and state organizers. The panel would include three members from the Senate and three from the House and requires approval by both chambers to take effect.
Ralph Tibball was hospitalized Saturday at Emmna Memorial Hospital after a sudden illness. He is resting comfortably and physicians expect a short period of observation and treatment.
Obituary notes the sudden death of Robert W Daykin. The piece lists his role at Ther Sheved company and references his residence at 216 Calumon Street. It mentions a veteran status and local civic ties, with sporadic garbled lines about tax deadlines and a dentist advert at 2350 Fifth St.
A massive blaze at Oakland army base pier four destroyed a 2000-foot warehouse loaded with supplies bound for Okinawa and Yokohama. Firefighters battled for hours as oil drums exploded, endangering the Sgt. Keathley and Young America transports while 50 army families fled nearby. Authorities placed damage at 3 million dollars with limited casualties.
Clark Field officials reported a B-29 Superfortress missing since March 1 crashed atop a 3,600 foot mountain 25 miles northeast of Manila. Nine aboard were listed. search parties recovered no sign of life around the site as an observation plane also crashed en route.
The George Macon home at 138 Rush Street suffered extensive damage from a morning fire. Investigators cited an overheated register box and insulation as causes with the blaze starting in the basement. Firemen battled dense smoke, cleared debris, and repaired damaged wiring. Wallace Reed detected the fire and attempted to extinguish it before firefighters arrived. Quad Company No 1 and Engine Company No 3 were on the scene for about 50 minutes.
A finding by State Examiners against the Lorain Metropolitan Housing Authority for 2050.07 dollars favors Lorain County over Valley View and Kew Gardens projects. The county seeks 4050.07 dollars due, while the authority claims 2050.07, with 75 Kew Gardens and 47 Valley View trailers involved.
Elvrian Bound Over To The Grand Jury after a hearing on charges connected to a shooting at a residence on South Maple Street. The incident involved an altercation with Tav ier and a 25 caliber pistol, with claims of self protection.
In an open appeal, the Chronicle-Telegram invites readers to place inexpensive Want Ads by dialing 44-121 or 24-131 to attract customers. The notice emphasizes easy access and rapid cash through classified advertising.
Cleaning service advertises better cleaning with guaranteed workmanship at moderate prices and invites readers to schedule Easter cleaning by calling 2389 Adv.
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