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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1945
Page
1
The Pacific theater briefing cites heavy bombardment and air strikes near Okinawa as Allied forces near invasion targets. United States naval units including carriers and destroyers reportedly massed in the region, with battleships and cruisers supporting amphibious operations against Japanese positions.
Death notice for Hank Sneikal 73 of Kipton died at home Saturday evening. Survived by two daughters and relatives in Cleveland area. Funeral arrangements to be announced with Rev. Hoomixofficiating. Commitment services pending for Dr Lenora Slovick at Wellington Cemetery. Oscar Geomsort 77 of Medina died in York townships. services held at Zion Lutheran Valley City. Burial in Moding cemetery mausoleum.
A fragment notes a bid at an establishment near We Wasallen with unclear value. The text mentions a Saturday poll and a front of an eatery but lacks concrete details or names to identify persons or organizations.
A blast at a site damaged a window and caused a fatal incident. Police are investigating the explosion and are examining the surrounding area for further hazards or clues. The report details a top door incident and a chemical agent linked to the blast, with authorities confirming the time and location of the event.
A clipped report discusses fortified milk with added vitamin D claiming benefits for bones and teeth amid weather and supply concerns. It notes sources tout sun-derived vitamin D with warnings on price and accessibility. The piece cites a regulator’s stance and mentions unrelated local court records and arrests for reckless driving and intoxication.
Fragmentary wartime notes mention Chapman and Lash in 1944 45 era service. References to Marines or truck delivery roles hint at veterans on overseas duty and a testing of memory about battles and dates.
Remarkable for stomach trouble relief with tablets claimed to soothe indigestion bloating heartburn and stomach acid. The ad touts Von's tablets for prompt relief and urges trial for quicker comfort. Manufactured by Leyland Vox or similar brand line with several misspellings and unclear company names.
Washington scene recalls the 1907 cherry tree gift and the ensuing uproar over disease laden shipments. Federal experts disputed claims of a spread, the ambassador apologized, and Taft’s wife planted the first tree while workers added the rest ensuring the blossoms return each spring.
Walton Bliss of the national organization argues that 1944 and 1948 negate neglect, proposing a 1944 baseline to measure 1948 aid levels. He cites a plan to raise teacher salaries and cover higher operating costs with a special legislative appropriation totaling about 5 million dollars.
The Office of Market Service lists prices for apples, cabbages, cucumbers, mushrooms, potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and other produce. It notes various varieties and grades with units and figures, including hens, eggs, and general wholesale quotes for farm goods.
Prime Minister Churchill toured along the Rhine front with the U S Army as shells exploded near the Wesel bridge. German artillery struck yards from the party causing sniper activity along the waterfront while four blasts echoed over the river. General Simpson ordered the group to withdraw as a likely bracketed attack continued.
London Zurich dispatch reports Adolf Hitler called an emergency meeting of ministers and gauleiters for tonight at Berchtesgaden. German war office spokesman said Germany must be prepared for unfortunate news while Berlin remains jittery after the Normandy invasion. Nazi youth leader Arthur Axmann urged both girls and boys to join Germany in its last battles.
Battle Creek Mich new artificial limbs fitted at Percy Jones Hospital in the soldier operated orthopedics shop. In six months 696 have received legs and arms. last month 140, with production still rising under Master Sergeant David Keith and 49 workers. Civilians learn fast, while veterans adapt by moving shoulder and claw mechanisms to operate fingers. Police report and induction notices follow, including stolen car cases and draft transfers.
Local court items show Eleanor Gascolgad of Lorain seeking separation from James with reported 1983 marriage and two children. Pauline Blake’s divorce case against Harald was dismissed. several venue transfers occur in common pleas court.
The executive committee of the Ohio College Association warned that Ohio colleges must be ready to absorb about 31 500 full time students within six years after Japan's final defeat. Part time enrollments will grow to nearly as many, though heavy burden falls on a few universities. Prewar enrollments were 62 000. The plan estimates 41 000 enrollments in the first postwar year, rising to a peak of 81 000, with building programs enabling capacity for about 86 000 students.
Reports say RAF air raid on The Hague overshot targets and hit a heavily populated district. Claims of 800 killed and 860 to 1060 injured circulate, with authorities investigating misdirected bombs and a failure to destroy intended shipping and launch sites.
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