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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1944
Page
2
Fragmented notes describe a wartime schedule with remarks on personnel, transportation, and a public display. It mentions a tour through southern and western cities, a government defense department, and a set program starting at 7 with a closing time.
Fragmented obituary notes for Sahiey Jo Bottely ot and Cassie Clapp, with survivors including spouses, children, and grandchildren. Details mention burial at Ste Marys and various local cemeteries, plus services in Grafton and Valley City. The text lists multiple names and places such as Cleveland, Norwalk, Mishiwaka, and Massachusett s, with dates tied to past and upcoming services.
A report states a Japanese unit was killed on Tuesday while enemy forces continue retreating along inland trails toward Wewak and east toward He-Miles. Headquarters officers say Japanese redeployments strengthen positions at Sehoue ten islands in Geelvink Bay, about 450 miles west of Hollandia, with naval aircraft aiding.
Fragmented OCR notes report a Japanese forces action loss and multiple U S Selective Service inductions. Mentions Admiral MindehY Ringo, Pearl Harbor, and air combat losses. Also lists Elyria area draftees transferred to Cleveland and Cincinnati boards with Army and Navy inductions and delays for Dominic Coonte.
A mix of court actions from Lucinm and Cleveland area records: May arrests, arraignments before Justices of the Peace, and fines. Charges include intoxication, abusing an officer, and failure to post bonds. Other items note a divorce suit dismissed, another divorce granted, and a juvenile case in Toledo court. A reckless driving incident near Stacy Munsky Ave is set for Persecure.
Confused OCR text from a Louisville race page describes a track event with names like Gold Seeker and Autocrat among a field of horses or runners. It mentions post positions, favorites, and a confusion over results, with several garbled phrases and misread names. The fragment lacks clear structure and concrete outcomes.
County department heads failed to reach a unified stance on sick leave policy while largely agreeing to existing two week and longer leave practices for county employees. The dispute centered on service length for long time workers versus newer staff, with officials urged to grant more consideration to those with many years in service. A Cleveland attorney Hugo F. Varga, 49, died suddenly at home after a heart attack.
The clipping lists futures and current prices for grains and produce including wheat oats white corn yellow corn and various feed items. It also notes cattle calves sheep and lambs price ranges and quality grades for market traders.
A report from the Superintendent shows April visits to schools with staff and students attending events, noting epidemics and absences. Losses include state funds. separate city case sees a motorist fined for DUI and suspended license after a public court appearance, while another driver faces harsher penalties after a traffic crash.
Columbus election officials predict a high turnout next Tuesday as residents select candidates for state and federal offices in the November ballot. Officials estimate total votes could approach 600,000, with the presidential year likely boosting participation.
The Foremen Institute met at the Elks Marine Room with about sixty two foremen and inspectors attending. Sponsored by the Loragh County Industrial Safety Council, the gathering featured Henry Flaywood of the Vitch Service Command and a dinner program. A panel discussion covered safety shoe options and related topics as William Lynch and others spoke on industrial safety practices.
Troop No. 18 Girl Scouts entertained fathers at the Obla Fuel Gas company on Tuesday. Miss Lois Migkey assisted, with Mrs. Stastot Fitzgerald, Mrs. Lee Lyman, and Mrs. Patt Wirinwright helping. They prepared the dinner, set place cards, and mothers wore pic leis. The event included a skit, badges presented by Mrs. Will Thomas, and moving pictures by Elizabeth Yoder of Garford school.
Discharges include Hay Lingefeld Heldimyer Earl Hovey Griswold road Mrs Floyd Buffler Deby girl 124 Woodford Ave Mrs John Buren baby girl 835 West River Mea Arthur Bauer baby girl R D Mrs Bayt Mollenkopf 344 Winckles St Mrs Frank Kosik Avon Mrs George Gulery La Grange Charles Becker 197 Berkeley type. Seventh Day Adventist Church service tomorrow Elder George W Lincombe to speak at Wenygn's Club Fourth Street. Morning worship at 7:30 with Sabbath School at 10:45. Bible study Wednesday evening led by J Jones 24th Street Lokuth. WA McWilliams of Grofton to lead session on Prophets and Faith.
A fragment lists a Congregational church session led by Miss Meglareht and discussion of plans for a Lorain County Women’s Guild spring meeting at Bend Church West on May 11. Other items include a Mother’s Day program at St Peter’s Evangelical and Reformed Church, various ladies' society gatherings, and confirmations and degrees in local grange groups.
La Grange Baptist Church announces Sunday services at 10 am with pastor Walter Youle and preaching on salvation. Junior and Senior Young People sessions at 7 pm, Evening service at 8 pm with Rev John Stevenson returning from Brazil. Pastor Stevenson to speak on transcendent power. Youth Fellowship at 14532 on 8 June.
Charles Pride, 41, of Laral, a steel worker, and Marlon C Raney, 44, of J Trieity, received licenses in a brief city records notice. The filing lists ages and occupations with their names tied to local license actions.
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