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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1948
Page
1
Stockholm ceremony honors American born poet T S Eliot for literature. prize announced today amid praise for his contributions to modern poetry and literary criticism.
Northwestern Ohio forecast calls for cloudy conditions this afternoon with a chance of rain. Expect a windy, mild evening then cooler Friday with a low around 53 and a high near 68. After events, residents can enjoy a new Heights Drive-In offering sandwiches and French fries by Ely-Tila people at River.
Incomplete returns from scattered Ohio precincts show Truman extending his lead for president over Dewey while Frank Lausche edges Gov. Herbert for a substantial plurality. Secretary of State tabulations place Truman at about 1.437 million to 1.724 million for Dewey, with Lausche leading Herbert by roughly 183,000 as remaining votes come from Democratic counties like Cuyahoga. Legislative control for Democrats appears possible as late results loom.
The report outlines expectations from Congress and Democratic leaders on a forthcoming price control law. It notes Brent Spence and other officials promising action, with Spence asserting Democrats will push a fair effort and that White House support may influence the center of policy.
Two convicts captured after a high speed chase in Lisbon were surrendered to police in Pittsburgh. A police officer fired through the windshield of a stolen tractor-trailer as it ran. Names include Ei zene West and Andres Tee White of Pittsburgh.
The readable text includes a mention of a new budget near 44 billions and a fire causing injuries and deaths at a home or garage in Ashtabula. References to Jefferson and Bettyv Kean, hospital statements, and a tarp fire behind a garage suggest a local disaster report with casualties.
Washington reports indicate President Truman will replace several cabinet members after his election. George Marshall Defense Secretary James Forrestal, A Kroes commerce secretary Charles Sawyer and others are cited as possible departures due to campaign concerns. Some holdovers include Maurice J. Taft labor secretary and Charies Brannan agriculture secretary while Treasury's John W. Snyder is expected to remain key ally.
Elyrian EhrEe 55 of Fass avenue suffered a scalp laceration and abrasions after being struck by an automobile while crossing Broad street near East Bridge. He was treated at a hospital and released. Several other drivers and passengers reported minor injuries in separate collisions. Police noted the driver lost control at a sharp curve.
In Greenville a car crash killed two occupants as the vehicle skid and crashed into a tree. Barnett, 60, and Comad, 74, were identified among the deceased, with Shah William Green, 22, injured as the driver and owner of the other vehicle.
About two hundred Elvruians are expected to hear J C Penney founder of a national retail chain speak at a luncheon in the Congregational Church parlor. The program is a joint meeting of the Elvria Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club.
The Selective Service Board plans to send 44 men to preinduction examinations on November 12 at the Riverside Drive site. Some men in Class I-A face delinquencies or recalibration. others may be confined or reassigned as medical reviews proceed. The board anticipates clearing remaining Class I-A registrants, with limited capacity to advance more into that category. Fresh Pom-Poms promoted for the weekend by Carek Florist.
President Truman en route to Washington receives a large home town sendoff at Independence with H. R. Burgess and others in attendance. Crowds hope for a strong national victory as his train stops at Sedalia, Jefferson City, St. Louis, and other cities before expected arrival in Washington.
Rep Harold Knutson long 32 years in Congress as a tax cut advocate was defeated as Minnesota voters swung to Democrats. Fred Marshall, a 2 year old farmer and political newcomer, will replace him. The election also toppled Sen Joseph Ball, with Hubert Humphrey Jr winning the Senate seat.
Paris reports the United States proposed a revised and potentially toothless plan at the United Nations calling for Israel to withdraw from Negev positions to October 14 lines. Dr Philp Jessup of the American delegation outlined revisions and passive penalties for noncompliance amid post election tensions in Palestine.
President Truman arrives in Washington after a stunning election upset that makes him the singlehanded author of a major political shift. He faces a Democratic party torn by feud over Taft Hartley and civil rights as new Congress weighs repeal and policy shifts.
Chicago reports mixed analysis as President Truman surpasses expectations in four farm states Minnesota Iowa Illinois Wisconsin Indiana and continues to challenge Dewey. Officials cite farm price policy and Stassen remarks as possible factors while Wisconsin and Minnesota show Democratic gains.
A Navy four engine plane with 12 men aboard is missing off Port Mertenheastern Alaska near the Bering Sea. The craft last reported position near Drise Bay area en route to Por Motier after a 13 hour fuel supply on takeoff from Kodak. An Army Navy search began at dawn and continues as authorities track the missing flight.
Washington leaders report Taft Hartley law supporters in Congress survived a push to defeat pro law votes over President Truman veto. The new House will have at least 221 members who backed the act and the Senate 55, with Republicans and Southern Democrats prominent. Labor counted many as victims. governors races swung for labor endorsed candidates in eight states. AFL CIO leaders aim to unite a Democratic labor alliance for 1952 and beyond as party machinery sees labor influence grow.
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