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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1945
Page
6
Fragmented OCR reads like a late edition ad and notice page from the Elyria Chronicle Telegram dated Saturday, March 7 1965. The text includes publisher and editor names, a note about second class mail, motor carrier or newspaper delivery items, rates, and a public sale or job/paid advertisement section. It presents a historical snapshot of routine newspaper boilerplate and local business notices from that era.
ADF AP dispatch reflects amid postwar gloom the fear of a weary military leadership, and citizen exhaustion as Europe nears victory. It questions when responsible peace will come and how to manage millions returning from abroad to rebuild and resume normal life. The piece critiques censorship and wartime control while warning of protracted conflict with Japan and the need for national resolve.
Red Cross workers led by Mrs Edna Sehradet announce fund collecting at Lincoln and Capital theatres in Elyria as part of a nationwide Red Cross War Fund Week. Over 100 Elyria women serve as volunteers across surgical dressing, nursing, first aid, and related tasks to boost contributions beyond last year’s $1600.
General Motors announces Columbus, Ohio chosen for a new parts factory to employ about 7500 workers. Construction to start once federal building restrictions permit. Archer, manager of Fisher Body division, confirms the selection and timing.
A fragmentary report discusses Nazi misuse of gas and Allied war plans, noting potential U.S. and British considerations of gas use against Japan and Europe. It mentions Hitler's awareness of gas’s impact, potential Pacific deployments, and cautious war chiefs evaluating benefits and risks.
The text recalls George Messersmith as a key U S diplomat who warned the State Department about Nazi plans long before belief existed. It notes his 1943 Mexico City report on Axel Wenner Gren’s close ties to the Nazi government, including Göring, and claims Gren believed Nazi control would dominate eastern Europe. It then shifts to onshore war effort, praising older men in coal mines and other services who kept output high, and critiques postwar treatment of older veterans and commissions. It also mentions Argentina coal shipments and trade frictions amid labor and policy debates.
Members of Circle One of the Congregational church met at Mrs. George Frank’s Bridge Street home for an afternoon of games with prizes awarded to Mrs. John Michiel, Mrs. Elizabeth Schibley, and Mrs. Walter Schulz. Guests included several listed members, with plans announced for future meetings and a rummage sale in early spring. Several local residents and service members were noted in attendance or mentioned in surrounding notes.
The Vincent Methodist worship was well attended last Sunday with Reverend E Knayty reading from St Luke. Seven youths sang The Old Rugged Cross. Next Sunday Dr. Herbert Thompson preaches at morning worship. at 3 pm the 4th Quarterly conference will meet at Avon Methodist for the two churches. reports are requested from church leaders and the Sunday school superintendent. Nearby items mention Mrs. Ranest Cinakate at Ware Of the Sungas school, Mrs. Fal Datdan at Vergy Beach, and various attendees at the Metodist church school event and a later gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. GoMitea with many guests. The next meeting of the Wing president and refreshments are noted. the Wivd Whursday evening of Agiot nine is listed for Mr. and Mrs. Chis Robertian of Sheffield.
The OPA reports motorists must adopt new license plate IDs shown on registration cards. February price surveys found violations in six of restaurant checks and 24 of 83 food stores. Price conferences led to corrections. ceilings set for steel ice boxes, labeling and pricing rules outlined.
Washington House Republicans threaten an all-out assault on a Democratic move to extend the reciprocal trade agreements act for three years with authority to cut tariffs. Chairman Robert L. Coughton says the bill has state department approval and would promote freer trade, while Rep. Harold Knutson calls it dangerous to American workers and factory jobs.
A fragmented 1945 stock exchange item lists nominal quotations and bank terms. It mentions Cleveland, March 17 1945, with references to American Lace Colson Elyria Savings Tel and other firms and deposits. The legible names include Perry Fay Troxel and Ollering, amid scattered financial terms and abbreviations.
Service visitors at the ration board were recorded as officials and others discussing allocations. The scene suggests routine checks and questions about food distribution procedures at the local office in Ft. Service.
A Birmingham church hosts a fish dinner to raise funds for the Methodist Uplift. Serving times are 6, 6:30, and 6:36 with reservations due by March 20 to Mrs Myron Knell. Dinner chairmen include Mrs Roland French and Mrs Albert Johansson. kitchen chief is Mrs Clyde Rasa. Civil notices mention servicemen William Gerrick and William Slocum on furlough and leave from Great Lakes.
A fragmentary letter from Blyria Ohio dated March 4 1905 voices concern for boys of younger ages facing harsh training and calls for collective help. It urges action to shield youths from extreme discipline and urges community support for boys.
Mrs Mary Humm visited Vermilan last week with Mr and Mrs Charles Hummin The Florence Ladies Aid Society met Wednesday at Mrs George Moon 16 They sewed and prepared cat rag scraps for a project
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