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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1959
Page
5
The article recalls Whirlaway’s 1941 Triple Crown victory across the Kentucky Derby Pimlico Preakness and Belmont Stakes. It also notes a personal prize contest among sportswriters and radio broadcasters, a hat worth $255, and a later visit to Calumet Farm in Lexington to meet Whirlaway.
The piece recalls Curcillo and Vic Janowicz, Ohio native athletes linked to Ohio State and Elyria, noting past football roles and honors. It also lists nine Hall of Fame inductees including Blanchard, Dodd, and Walker, and mentions Paul Spindler and Santa Clara Journal ties. It closes with a Bellevue Medical Center update on Dick Reiner and a Campanella meeting.
A homeowner recalls four frigid days after central heating failed when a blower spread smoke through the house. A burned-out motor forced a wait for a replacement, delaying heat until Monday. Despite chilly evenings, mild weather and Buckeye football comforted them as the motor was finally replaced and warmth returned.
The fragment references Dave Kellogg as a Republican candidate in a council race, a high school student voter influence, and a late 1950s Elyria Lorain scholastic football prediction. It also details square dancing badges and a retrospective on Alfie O'Donnell’s 1957 mayoral bid with party expectations and possible council gains.
A bridge expert details a complex dummy reversal and diamond safety play to win the contract in a 12 trick slam. The narrative also weaves in political chatter about Alfie and local election intrigues, noting past council gains and future ambitions.
A travel advisory stresses mental preparation for visitors to the Soviet Union. It urges readers to carry facts and statistics and to be ready to discuss any topic openly, arguing that thoughtful dialogue is more important than luggage.
A wide list of square dance clubs and classes in Lorain County areas shows venues in Elyria Strongsville Berea North Ridgeville and Avon with schedules and callers such as Jabbusch Pavlik Litman and Crissinger. The piece notes cross country travel and cultural exchanges as readers learn of Polish club activities and dance events.
A Sunday reading feature offers family friendly hobby ideas and quick projects. The column highlights simple crafts, book recommendations, and light activities suitable for all ages and winter afternoons.
LaGrange Homemakers meet Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the grange hall to plan two craft projects aprons and tin can log planters. Members should bring fabric notions and simple tools as listed for each project.
Paul V. Galvin founder and chairman of Motorola, Inc. died Thursday night in Chicago. He built the company into a major electronics and communications firm with global reach. The longtime executive led Motorola from its early days through decades of growth and innovation.
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