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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1951
Page
12
Legion members plan a national drive selling millions of remembrance poppies on Saturday to support veterans and their families. The effort honors World War I and II servicemen and contributes to programs aiding children of veterans and wartime widows.
The case discusses how to compute damages when land is owned by several individuals with differing interests. The Supreme Court upholds limiting instructions about fair market value of the whole property versus its parts and affirms the trial court’s handling of improvements and surrounding circumstances.
Julita Brosky daughter of Dr and Mrs Bert Brosky 983 Gulf Road was named May Queen at St Jude’s School. She will crown the Blessed Virgin at St Jude’s Church Sunday at 7 30 p.m. Attendant is Alice Brosky Marilyn Beker. The Chronicle Telegram notes 29 students received honor awards and merit certificates on stage with remarks by Carl Bieske and Bruce Henderson on leadership and service.
John Matovich veteran farmer, born in Hungary, died at his son’s home on Norwe avenue after a long illness. He came to Elma and lived in the area for two years, a retiree and church member. Services by Rev James Heing of Clarksfield Methodist will be held Thursday at Maple Grove Cemetery, with interment there.
Frances Carin, 28, of 280 Belfield Avenue, was released on 500 dollar bond by Justice James Horn pending a May 25 hearing on a peace warrant filed by neighbors Laura Farr Melvin Farr Rebecca Papenbrook and Helen Krugman. The warrant, issued May 11, cites fear of personal injury to complainants and their children.
Reverend Father John Duffy of Our Lady of Lourdes New London will address the 1951 Distinguished Service Awards banquet. The Elyria Jaycees will honor two residents, one under 35 and one over 35, chosen by a five member committee. Nomination letters are being received from civic groups, with tickets on sale at the Mens Shop.
The Ridgelawn cemetery flag-placing effort seeks volunteers at the Glenwood entrance this Saturday at 1 pm. About 400 veteran graves across wars require care. Carl Wolf at 406 West Avenue says flags are available for veterans' graves in other cemeteries and can be requested by calling him.
Police report Robert Purcell of 229 Seventh Street was arrested at 11 53 p m on a disorderly conduct charge after allegedly striking a woman at Broad Street Grill. He pleaded innocent at arraignment before State Judge Henry Ault and faces trial tomorrow. Douglas Troutmen of 225 Winckles Street received a $20 fine plus costs for speeding on an avenue after arrest in St OC ELAN.
The report describes U S and allied advances of three miles by West-Central Front forces and a nearby push toward Kapreng. American units claim to have captured key routes and a communications center south of the Zeta parallel, with counterattacks securing passes through Kyeyond ridge north of Soksa. Strong activity marks the ongoing spring offensive and supply routes remain pivotal.
Gordon Bell of the city health department warns buyers of unimproved lots to check health regulations before building. He cites cases where insufficient lot area prevents septic tank installation, noting minimums of 80 by 135 feet without city water and 40 by 135 feet with city water.
Kenneth Wise operator of the Elyria Recreation center was fined 550 and costs on two cases involving employment of minors with 25 of the fines suspended. He faced charges for employing a minor under 18 on April 23 and a minor under 16 after 10 pm on April 26. Albert Kare, a bowling alley operator, faced similar charges with fines of 50 and 25, partly suspended. The fines go to the local school fund. Investigations were by school authorities and inspectors for the Ohio department of industrial relations. Delays in Wise case explained the difference in fines.
A U S Navy report from Won san Korea records a duel between U S warships and Communist shore batteries. One sailor died and three were wounded aboard the New Jersey while another died later aboard the Brinkley Bass. Eleven others injured were treated aboard the New Jersey and Brinkley Bass before transfer.
At a noon board meeting held at the YRICA president R Jay Fitch presided Rev Louis G Novak was chosen as the official delegate to the Rotary convention. The 42nd annual Rotary International convention will be in Atlantic City May 27 to 31 with 7 295 clubs and about 347 000 members. Mrs L G Novak and past district governor Burton Ohie macher and Mrs Ohie macher will also attend.
The Packard Electric division of General Motors Corp. announced plans to build two new buildings in Warren. The project aims to expand facilities and boost manufacturing capacity at the Warren site.
Miss Anne Pruski presided at the dinner in Ruth J. Rogers’s absence. Mrs. Fuldheim spoke on capitalism and Marxism, noting shifts in the system. John L. Mockler introduced bureau staff and Credit Bureau members attended along with service award winner Mrs. Burnett. Preparation by Laura Thompson chair and committee. Invocation by Dr. Joseph Lehane.
Denver reports President Truman urges Democratic leaders at multi day regional and national meetings to learn and relay the nation s foreign policy facts. He says officials will explain what is happening in Washington and what citizens must do to keep the country safe and strong amid the Korea crisis.
Bellevue approves a consent ordinance granting the state highway department authority to rebuild Main Street as a four lane U S Route 20 corridor. Construction should begin in 30 to 60 days with traffic maintained. five feet of right of way will be taken from properties on each side. The plan ends a four year deadlock and aims for a late year operation.
United Nations sources say a Korean cease fire proposal based on a 23 mile buffer north of the 38th Parallel may be formally renewed with Chinese Communists. Gen Omar Bradley indicated the US could accept less than full a unified Korea, suggesting a possible victory if a broader goal is not achieved amid rumors of peace feelers from the Communist bloc.
The C. E. Ward Co. of New London Ohio announced the purchase of assets of the Lilley Ames Co Inc Columbus a long established supplier of swords lodge robes and regalia to the nation
Clerk of Courts H. E. Agate presented a 1952 budget proposal to the county commissioners requesting 54,389 for the department. The request shows an 11,100 rise from this year with 6,500 for higher payroll 1,800 for extra help and 2,000 for stationery and supplies.
County commissioners announce formation of an advisory committee of 22 citizens to study courthouse facilities. The group will assess needs of all county departments and prepare an unbiased report to guide improvements, possibly paving the way for a new courthouse or annex.
Gisego board of education plans to contest a state education order to abandon the local high school, one of the smallest in Lusideedeasye County. Stewart Hirien, board president, vows to keep the school open. Klein cites a good building and smooth operation as reasons to oppose closure.
O S Hill of Lisbon a farm implement dealer was killed when a tractor overturned and crushed him as he prowled here yesterday.
Marvin Manis aged 38 from Cleveland died in a local hospital after his car struck a gasoline pump. His brother Ira Manis aged 36 was injured in the crash.
At Akron California a wildcat walkout idled 3200 workers at the Firestone Tire and Rubber Co plant, part of a 11,000 employee company. The dispute centers on vacation scheduling and halted production.
Tokyo reports Li Gen George E Stratemeyer Far East Air Forces commander suffered a heart attack Sunday and was reported slightly improved today.
Sixteen year old Lester Fountain, a South Zanesville High School freshman, drowned while swimming in Jonathan Creek yesterday. His body was recovered about thirty minutes later but medical efforts to revive him failed.
Papers filed in probate court show the estate of Frank B. Gregg of Wellington valued at 361500 with 59000 in personal property and 11500 in real estate. The report also notes multiple local cases including sheep theft, a child neglect charge, mortgage property removal, and a railroad injury suit verdict.
The page shows a noon price roundup for multiple firms including American Radiator American Telephone Powell, Cities Service, Cleveland Electric, General Motors, Glidden, Industrial Raven, Kennecott Copper, Montgomery Ward, New York Central, Ohio Oil, Pennsylvania Railroad, Republic Steel, Sears Roebuck, Socony Vacuum, Texas Company, U S Steel, Warner Brothers and Woolworth Company with varied percentages and figures. The text is fragmented and garbled but reads as a market ticker style summary of trade values.
Harvard economist Seymour Harris told the Senate Banking committee that price and production controls must be backed by indirect measures and large tax hikes. He proposed a $16 billion tax increase including higher income and profits taxes and a 20 to 40 percent tax on consumer durables to curb demand and aid controls.
A four engine transport plane crashed and burned in a field near New Lisbon Indiana. State police reported 12 aboard with some survivors and all not yet accounted for. An emergency call was sent for ambulances as a telephone operator witnessed people dying at the scene.
Edward F. Novak was declared the Democratic party candidate for Lorain’s third ward councilman after a Board of Elections recount of primary votes. Novak received 422 votes to Sam J. Rosso’s 419, matching the unofficial post primary totals.
Emmanuel Abinghola of Nigeria spoke at Riverside Homes Center on Monday about Highlights of Nigerian Life. He described a Nigerian council that debates laws, advises provincial kings, and that land can be leased to foreigners but not sold. He noted roads railways air transport navigable rivers and the farming of palm oil cotton peanuts and cattle with exports of rubber mahogany and ebony to the United States Great Britain Germany and Poland.
Lorain County Farm Bureau says Belden Youth Council team led by Capt. Bob Flickinger Marilyn Bent Jackie Hazlett Betty Wentland Bob Berriswell and Gayle Klinect won the county district title. The group will face eight other districts for the state crown and may earn a trip to the National Safety Congress in Chicago. They surveyed local farms for hazards and followed up to verify improvements.
Dr C W Woolcock resigns as Lorain public school system superintendent stating plans to enter university administration. His decision follows weeks of parental criticism and a dispute with the Lorain Schools Citizens' Committee. Board president David E Mowrey says a special meeting will consider the resignation, with a Sept 1 departure requested.
Students of East Carlisle school will present a concert this evening in the school auditorium. The initial report mis-stated the concert venue.
Cleveland egg and dressed poultry markets report fluctuating prices with large and extra sizes. Butter and livestock quotes appear uneven, with calves, lambs, and sheep values listed alongside regional grain and butter quotations from nearby markets.
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