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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1942
Page
12
Loaned workers and factory activity dropped sharply with October payroll figures tumbling. A bridge accident damaged shipments, while Becker Sons woodworks suffered a large loss. Fire and wreck incidents contributed to the month’s reduced production, with year over year comparisons showing declines in most months.
Secretary Morgenthau is back at his desk after a three week trip to the United Kingdom. He plans a press briefing tonight to discuss the tour, calling it very encouraging and successful, with strong impressions of progress and the role of women in England.
A notorious Ohio doctor touts a vegetable laxative free of analysis claims to cleanse bowels and stimulate the liver. The ad pitches quick relief for headaches, low energy, and marital distress, urging readers to buy tonight at varying prices with label directions.
A scrambled and partial report lists numerous fatalities in Ohio road and rail incidents. Names such as Cwentielt Conley Chestted, Mrs Madge Wickason, Joseph Iigny, and George Castner appear amid references to Painesville, Columbus, Blanchester, and Middletown. The piece notes drivers, riders, and bystanders killed or injured in crashes and a train collision, with few coherent details available.
A string of Tuesday through Sunday visits and gatherings fills the week in the Grange MHEFS and nearby circles. Mrs Charles Stansor and others hosted and toured, while Lois Vickery stayed with her mother Mrs W T Knowles. Mary and Miss Garai Rawson were guests of Mr and Mrs Orville Fusing, and several attendees traveled from Camp Perry to Camp Raheris near Kersfield. Circle Four of the Woman's Safety of Christian Service held a tureen dinner, and Lyndon Chapter members with names like Bessie Aldrich Eleanor Terrell Rose Blaine and Alice Jones headed to Cleveland for the Grand Chapter event.
Workers in the YMCA are expected to attend the campaign kickoff. The campaign emphasizes crowd support and highlights facilities offered by the YMCA and related programs. Membership drives will be conducted under the supervision of the membership committee as part of the effort.
International topics mix with domestic policy as prewar isolationism surfaces in states from Massachusetts to Wyoming. The article notes Senator Prentiss Brown facing criticism over anti inflation concerns and a stance against minimum farm price ceilings in Nebraska, while President Roosevelt backs veteran Senator George Troubled, amid party competition in the city.
Fragmentary wartime议 text discusses maximum production for victory. Emphasizes speed and volume of output as essential, urging broader mobilization across domestic and foreign sources. Calls for implementing Congress steps to strengthen allout war production.
The War Department announced it is studying the feasibility of using American colleges and universities as training centers for U.S. forces. The investigation, carried out by the corps of engineers with the adjutant general, explores training space equipment and reallocation needs. No decisions or overall plan have been made.
Seven Elyrians enlist in the U S Navy Reserves and depart for Great Lakes Naval Training Station to begin recruit training. Names listed include Bud Brookhouses Kenny Vietzen Bill Gleason Jack Ferguson Hob Ward Dick Stack and Verbert Heath with future assignments to sea or naval shore duties after training.
President Roosevelt signals intent to suspend peace time limits that hinder rapid use of global resources. He does not urge repeal of war powers but favors temporary waivers allowing government procurement agencies and the Navy Secretary to make emergency foreign buys of war materials duty free, aiding the war effort though not removing all executive constraints.
In a tense search led by Trelawney and the sheriff, a seventh cabin reveals a locked door and a fainting woman. The team investigates the swamp miss Lavinis mystery, hoping for clues in the servants’ quarters.
Rams shocked Brooklyn 17 to 0 in a surprising upset as George Platakis and Parker tall scored, with Adains adding points and a field goal from distance. Several players including McAdnity and Manders featured in a chaotic box score with multiple names and substitutions.
In a volatile 1940s Ohio college grid season Wilberforce rises to sole unbeaten status after a steady win under Coach Jim McCrary. Lincoln U falls to 7-? while Ohio State stumbles 17-7. Marietta edges Rio Grande 8-7. Remaining schedule includes Franklin, Kenneth gridders, and upcoming Non-conference Pitt game.
Pittsburgh coach Keisling defended star Bill Dudley after a 17 0 Pittsburgh victory at the Polo Grounds. Dudley, described as brilliant in backfield, missed relaxed college football and faced questions about an apparent ankle injury and form.
November 2 Cincinnati reports an early end to a strike by city service workers expected today after talks between the union and management. The walkout affects waterworks, waste collection, and street maintenance with union demands centered on a 25 percent wage raise for city employees earning under 2000 annually.
The fragment outlines Ohio 1938 race dynamics with Bricker and McSweeney, noting Bricker seeking a third term and McSweeney’s charges over state surplus, pensions, and civilian defense. It references debates at the Cleveland City Club, wartime service contrasts, and key state officials up for re-election.
A partisan ballot in Ohio shows Republicans and Democrats promoting candidates for the unexpired term of Judge Gilbert Bethan as the census shrinks state representation to 23 Congress members. Incumbents seek reelection. internal splits and a narrowing Senate majority could decide control of the legislature.
Five Washington county residents suffered minor injuries in a Saturday collision between a car carrying a group from Washington and a truck from Muncie Indiana on Route 18 west of Weilling The injured included Mrs Pearl Zak and Mr Stephen Gury, with Mrs Zak the most seriously hurt from a broken right ankle Others in the car were Harry Zak and Vernon Umboltz The truck driver was Joe D Sankunoser of Muncie Ind The accident was followed by other minor crashes including a road tip over near Elyria and a collision on East River road at Fulfer road details unclear and at least two other drivers were injured or damaged
The Turkish president warned Parliament that Turkey could face attack as war nears, urging neutrality but pledging readiness to defend against any threat. He accused aggressors of domination and said Turkey must act as if already at war while observing obligations for the coming year. A separate traffic collision on West Browl Street damaged a right front fender and bumper on a car driven by David Cooper.
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