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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1940
Page
13
The notice lists single copy price structures for different regions including Lorain and adjoining counties at 3.50 per year, Ohio state 45.90, and foreign advertising representation across Chicago New York Columbus and Detroit. It appears dated Thursday May 9 1940 and mentions advertising offices in major cities.
The report centers on a potential breakthrough by Professors John Dunning and Alfred O. Nier in uranium U-235 research that could revolutionize power and transport if proven feasible. Early tests show extraordinary claims but refinement and verification remain uncertain amid German competition and wartime urgency.
A civic essay extols citizens who know and perform their duties, arguing that a town’s strength lies in its moral character, progress of schools and sanitation, beautification, welfare work, and active participation in government, ensuring ongoing improvement.
A New Jersey judge refused to invalidate a $30 000 verdict for a mother's estate after an auto accident. He argued a child may derive intellectual moral and physical training from its mother worth at least $5 000 and that juries can set damages based on this consideration. The ruling may influence future excessive-damages questions though it depends on case facts.
A compendium of birthdays and notable events spanning 1650 to 1991 includes Jacob J. Brown Walter Colton John Brown Henry Clay Warmoth Belle Bord Edward Weston Benjamin Franklin Ethan Allen Pontiac David Hunter Byrd Floyd Bennett and Wilson era actions. It notes dates, places and roles from Quaker farmer and abolitionist to explorers and political figures.
Elizabeth Jordan of New York author born in Milwaukee 73 years ago. Dr John R Mohler chief of the Bureau of Anime Husbandry Department of Agriculture born in Philadelphia 65 years ago. Dr Guy Stanton Ford president University of Minnesota born at Salem Wis 67 years ago. Lawrence A Downs president Illinois Central R A born at Greenscastle Ind 68 years ago. Francis Biddle from Philadelphia attorney born in France 3 years ago. Archbishop Edward A Mooney Detroit Catholic prelate born at Mt Savage Mad 58 years ago. Richard Baerthelmess actor born in New York 45 years ago.
The passage urges balanced judgment in heated times, noting both potential for success when pursued earnestly and the need to weigh sides before acting. It emphasizes keeping open to liberal perspectives while maintaining disciplined self-control.
Fort Worth police report a licensing rule for air bicycles led to a sharp drop in bicycle thefts and a notable decrease in juvenile delinquency overall, according to Police Chief Karl N. Howard.
Pasadena creates a Pay Off Bail Bureau for traffic violators. Daylight illegal parking deposits $2 bail, night violations are $1, and boulevard stop signal infractions require $5. The system closes the incident upon payment.
In a peculiar anecdote from Tula Texas Bill Woolen reports his herd of cows increases milk production after a radio is installed in the milking barn. He says dairy cows are temper mental and music calms nerves, implying rhythm aids yield. A tangential note covers other items on politics science and society.
The president privately told Rep Vinson and Sen Walsh he would veto a bill to prune deadwood from Navy senior ranks and keep eight senior aviators not Annapolis graduates on active duty. Vinson and Walsh argued that Congress, not the brass hats, should legislate Navy policy, noting two years of work on the measure.
Howard D. Cook declares his bid for County Commissioner in the Republican primary on May 14 1940. He outlines a forty two and a half year Lorain County career at National Tube Co and his current role conducting an occupational survey for the Elyma School Board.
A reader urges unity on Mother’s Day, condemning hate and division amid war threats. The letter honors mothers, praises the moral strength of Americans, and calls for a shared respect across groups, ending with the author’s devotion to mothers and a signature A NABAKOWSEKEL.
The note sketches Bridges seeking the Vice Presidency and MacNider aiming for Secretary of War, recalling his prior role as Assistant War Secretary. It mentions AFL pressure on parties to halt anti trust prosecutions of labor unions and hints at AFL alignment with Roosevelt if Thurman Arnold, a trust buster, stays influential.
Thursday May 9 devotional explores Jesus warning that disciples face world hostility. It urges prayer for persecuted Christians, notes the eternal conflict between God and anti-God, and calls believers to live honestly, lovingly, and steadfast in faith.
Butte police switch from tan to blue uniforms for the summer citing confusion with civilians. Chief William H. Breen says too many people wear tan, making officers hard to distinguish from bakers bus drivers or service station attendants.
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