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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1959

Page

12

Escapees From Jail Captured After Gun Battle

Four jailbreakers recaptured after an exchange of bullets with lawmen. Robert P. Herman Joseph Orville Donald Sweet and Lola Gordon surrendered to Geauga County deputies following a high speed pursuit that began in Aurora and involved multiple stolen vehicles. Civilians aided by reporting the escaping car.

Youngstown Mahoning County Geauga County Robert P. Herman Joseph Orville Donald Sweet Lola Gordon Gordon Guaint Aurora Portage County Ohio Maple Heights Ravenna Herman Libya ICA International Cooperation Spe Washington Eputies Paul Welch Glenn Moravec Streetsboro Frankfort UPN A. B. Chandler Kentucky National Guard Aspen Here Warren Chandler State Public Safety Don Sturgill Colson Letcher County

Space Travelers May Bring New Dangers Back To Earth

DOC QUIGG explores the risks of space exploration. The piece warns that encounters with alien life or off world organisms could threaten Earth, possibly sparking new diseases or hostile effects on humanity. The discussion covers future space probes, biophysics, and potential planetary contamination.

Earth Doc Quigg New York UPI Waldorf-Astoria Devel Institute of Radio

Ohio House debates ending capital punishment amid high drama

In Columbus the House Conservation Committee weighs a bill to abolish the death penalty as Governor DiSalle tours the issue with a high-profile push. Debate centers on executive mercy, with supporters urging abolition and opponents raising concerns over law and order.

Columbus UPI House House Conservation Com Ohio Nufacturers Wed House Taxation Committee DiSalle Michael V. di Salle Memorial Bay Senate Assn

Convicted Slayers Serve DiSalle Family Mansion Tale Continues

The DiSalle family mansion hosts convicted killers with a history of good behavior after brief stays in Ohio Penitentiary. A UMW official warns guards at Camp Fork Coal Co. to limit picketing as demonstrations wane. The piece blends sensational dialogue with state politics and space-age musings from visiting scientists.

Shaw Johnnson R . Gavin United Press International S&p Michael V. DiSalle Nick Cosmas Akron Johnson Connie Ohio Ohio Penitentiary

Annexation Discussion Moves Forward in Carlisle Area

Residents consider annexation as Carlisle area eyes growth and schools in Midview Local district. Officials debate implications for utilities, zoning, and services while community questions future development and impacts on families.

Carlisle

Five Die as Blast at Vilenn Meat Plant Kills and Maims

An Oklahoma City blast at a Vilenn meat packing plant killed five and injured sixteen, with two men missing and feared dead. Ammonia gas filled the basement as a seventh floor ice maker tore free, and rescue teams worked through wreckage amid a volatile situation. Identified dead include Paul Ferrell 25 Santos Miranda 61 Ronald Porter 30 Reuben McDowell 46 and Harmon Simmons unique location Mustang Oklahoma.

Oklahoma City, Okla UPI Vilenn Mast Nantine Nlant James McIntosh Claude Wilkinson Oklahoma City Paul D. Ferrell Santos Sota Miranda Ronald Porter Reuben McDowell Harmon Simmons Mustang Okla

Police Say Two Killings Admit Suspect In Custody

A woman in fair condition at St. Clare's Hospital Denville is to be questioned today after police say she admitted to two killings. Police Commissioner Thomas Ozeks calls the man the strongest suspect. Neighbors recount the Churches' year in town, noting ties to Youngstown Ohio and Ann Arbor Michigan.

St. Clare’s Hospital Denville Polie Restoers Thomas Ozeks Youngstown Ohio Ann Arbor

Air Force C47 narrowly misses collision with airliner

A C47 transport and a TWA Constellation with 53 passengers and five crew narrowly avoided collision over Zanesville Ohio by about 200 feet at 8 39 pm eastern. Pilot PW Van Boren said the other plane appeared unseen and did not dodge. The Constellation was en route to Chicago from Olmstead Air Force Base.

Dayton, D van Boren Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Olmstead Air Force Base Middletown Wright-Patterson van Boven Chicago Olmsted Wright-Patterne Air Research and Development Command Ballimore

Military Recon Satellites Seen Calming World Nerves

Panel UMVAR Saou Lapa ity. Dr. Berkner agreed that mili tary reconnaissance satellites might very well calm the nerves of a jittery world.

Umvar Saou Lapaity Berkner

Heavy snows hit West and warm East as storms shift

Press International reports heavy snow warnings from Colorado and New Mexico to South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas. A snowstorm began in the central Rockies and moved into southern Wyoming and northern Colorado with 20 to 30 mph winds. In Wisconsin colder temperatures delayed flood crests, prompting residents along the Kickapoo Pecatonica and Lower Wisconsin rivers to prepare.

Tailed Press International Wisconsin Colorado New Mexico South Dakota Nebraska Kansas Rockies Wyoming Kickapoo Pecatonica

Cardinals Trade Strikeout King for Giants Stars

The St Louis Cardinals sent Sam Jones the major leagues strikeout king in 1958 to the San Francisco Giants in exchange for outfielder first baseman Bill White and third baseman Ray Jablonski. Rookie pitcher Don Choate, 21, also goes to the Giants after a 7-7 season with Omaha in the American Association.

ST. Petersburg Fla UPI St. Lois

Remembering Eight Killed In Xenia Crossing Crash

Community remembers eight youths killed at an unguarded crossing near Xenia. School leaders back a statewide crossing protection campaign and urge lawmakers to pass immediate safety legislation. Fathers of Girl Scouts collect petitions as rallies pressure the House committee for action.

Vaughn Lews Lewis Bayside Girl Scouts Iomeans Xema Dayton House Reference Committee

Accessories Not Approved at Wimbledon

Hiram Ayres, 18, pleaded guilty to possessing offensive weapons described as a hatchet and brass knuckles. He argued they were mere fashion accessories. The judge placed him on probation for two years.

Wimbledon England UPI Hiram Ayres

Names Tell Story in Lincoln Soccer Tale

Lincoln, England residents Josey Short, 5 feet 2 inches, and Ray Long, 5 feet 3 inches, play on the same local soccer team, highlighting a small stature duo in the club.

Lincoln England UPI Josey Short Ray Long

Crossing Bill Hearing Set for Protective Crossing Devices

The article notes a hearing on a crossing bill prioritizing crossings with motorist hazards and detailing funding: 85 percent state, 15 percent railroad costs. The plan would raise the state share by a $1 addition to the annual $19 license plate fee. Malone expects passage, possibly with form changes, and Governor Tusallo is anticipated to sign.

Rairoad Malone Michael Tusallo

Death Penalty Abolition Urged in Canada Debate

Support grew for abolishing the death penalty as a private member's bill faced second reading in the Canadian House of Commons. The Ottawa story notes the focus on capital punishment amid parliamentary debate and calls for repeal.

Ottawa Ont UPI Canada House of Commons

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Oho House Commerce and Transportation Committee Apri Whooes Sever Lloyd V. Berkner Space Scence Board National Academy of Sciences George H. Stoner Dyna Soar Weapons Boeing Aircraft Co Oswald G. Vallard Jr Stanford University Homer E. Newell National Aeronnautics and Space Agency George 5. Shaw Engineering Radiation, Inc James M. Gavin Arthur D. Little, Inc T. C. Helvey Biophysics University of Kansas Otto H. Schmitt University of Minnesota Snvamor Nomel Carson Sibbitts United Mine Workers Districts Camp Fork Coal Co Upple Ralph Alvis Yifer House Judiciary Committee Michael V. Ditto UMW Marchernoon Lake Erie Elyma Ely Midview Alora Liurl Prunes Cardinals Xena St. John Lutheran Church Reverend Arnold E. Wenger Garfield Hrighta Cross John Grace and St. John Lutheran Churches Elyria, Ohio Capitol Theater Paw Calvary P. R. Smith & CO McDonald & Company New York Stock Exchange James M. Haas Elyria Fairfas
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