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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1959
Page
9
State and city crews install 39 overhead highway route markers in Ely to ease navigation on state routes. Markers measure two feet by three to five feet with 35 feet clearance, and all route signs on poles are being updated with larger signs and some relocations. Total project cost runs to thousands of dollars. the city provides traffic signal support and two workers.
Two ships arrived at Lorain dock following the National Tube Division reopening. One was unloaded and sails for Minnesota, the other awaits unloading today. Pittsburgh Steamship and others expect a long two ship season as they recover from a six day stoppage. Four Pittsburgh ships at Lorain are idle. Lorain mill officials say production resumes on schedule with workers to be recalled by Sunday and back on the job by Tuesday. Coke ovens, furnaces, open hearths, and rolling mill operations are restarting with plans to hire additional staff early next week. The government cooling off period runs through January 2.
High water again closed the fords in Cascade Park today. Park Superintendent John Blackock said traffic through the park has been heavy while Washington Ave bridge remains closed to traffic.
Elyria faces a decision on renewing a five year county welfare contract with strings: a six month cancellation clause and a maximum two and a half year term. The finance committee recommends renewal to allow a city administered program after January 1 if desired, with annual county financial reports to the city. Members Kellogg Ciriglieno and Schultz backed the plan, with Schultz the sole returning council member.
Ford Motor Co. moves to overtime at Lorain Assembly as Falcons begin nine hour days and Saturday work. Brookpark engine plant to furlough 2,500 of 9,500. Walton Hills stamping plant cuts 1,000 for a week. Truck output remains on single shift, three-day week.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland reports October 1959 debit activity in Elyria and Lorain shows brisk business. Elyria's October debits total $51 679 and Lorain $46 039 000, with three month totals of $134 114 000 and $127 709 000 respectively, and Elyria up 22.5 percent versus last year while Lorain climbs 8.6 percent.
Two men escaped serious injury in a South Amherst crash on Rt 13 near Pyle Rd. James E. Grimmer, 18, Lakewood, and Howard Holmes, 59, Oat Point Rd., Amherst, were treated at Amherst Hospital. A defective trailer hitch caused Grimmer to drift left of center, wrecking his car and damaging plywood and building materials Holmes carried.
Lorain County Agriculture Society directors discussed the possibility of placing a new levy on the ballot to fund Lorain County Fairgrounds improvements after a defeat in the November 3 election. The group noted an effective educational campaign and potential annual meeting set for December 8 to review 1959 finances and attendance, with 26 851 paid gate attendees and other increases reported.
Walter W. Corn, 25, of 17 Chestnut St, reported a hit-skip car damaged his vehicle at West Ave and Third St around 5:12 am. The other driver fled west on Third then north on Chestnut, running a red light and failing to stop, with Third St one way eastbound and Chestnut one way southbound.
City health officials seek two dogs involved in the Crehore Ave event following the killing of two rabid skunks. One dog that attacked the animal will be disposed of while the other dog and its whereabouts are unknown. Dr. L C. Riggin urged residents to report sightings.
Ohio Supreme Court may hear challenge to Ohio Turnpike speed limits after Ravenna Municipal Court discarded a speeding charge against Thomas D Cunningham. Turnpike Commission asserts authority to set limits. if upheld, enforcement could shift to state highway patrol.
City officials debated finances for Project 6 improvements as a $356,000 note due December 1 faced possible default and a $128,000 bond issue was delayed. The note, from Braun Bosworth Inc. Toledo, funds street paving and water lines, with extensions and cash repayments from property owners. The treasury investment board may cover $50,000 for Sumner and Eastern Heights projects, leaving about $20,000 uncovered.
A tavern operator called police to close Mike's Place after hours and disputes arose with a barefoot patron who claimed ownership. Dean Hysong says he wants no further part of the business while Gladys Strimple faces a disturbing the peace charge and possible liquor-law violations. Strimple pleaded innocent in Elyria Municipal Court with trial set for Nov 19 and bond at 350.
Elyria police wrapped up a month long probe into a beating on Lodi Street that left David Bastik and his brother Robert injured. Five youths face assault and battery charges. two attackers Carlos Espinosa and Jerry Burize pled guilty in Elyria Municipal Court.
Frank X Oldenburg was re-elected president of the Piaudier Co. Local U61 by the UaW Citizenship Council. Re-elected trustees include Frant Hinkle Local 216i and John Marshall Local 996. new trustee James Tracey Bendix-Westinghouse Local TL. Roger May Fort Motor Local 25 elected sergeant at arms. Oldenburg, in seventh term, is active in labor and charity and serves on the Board of Health.
County officials keep tiger typhoid inquiry active after four year old Betty Ann Madd ing shows satisfactory recovery at Elyria Memorial Hospital. Tests on family and neighbors remain negative while water supply and drainage conditions are scrutinized for potential contamination. County health officials stress an apparently isolated case with no further symptoms for over ten days.
Memphis Zoo keepers halted work alleging animals were better fed than staff, citing insufficient meals and tension at the Memphis facility.
A five resident committee from Avon Lake filed a petition with the Lorain County Board of Elections seeking a recount of ballots on the Lear Nagle and Walser rezoning vote that approved the project. Deposits of 1609.20 were posted per precinct. The group includes Noman E Schroeder campaign staffer for mayoral candidate Joan Miles.
Sheffield police reported a crash at the Rt 254 Rt 302 intersection injured four of five people involved. Michael Gilder of Elyria and two Elyria women were treated for bruises and released or stabilized. the truck driver Robert Bunce was not treated. Mrs Gilder was cited for failure to yield.
The State Highway Patrol presented an Elysian with a birthday gift for which no thanks were given last evening. Donald J. Lowery, 1701 West River St, age 19, faced a charge of driving while intoxicated after losing control on Rt 10 near Rt 301. He pleaded guilty in Emria Municipal Court, was fined 20 plus costs, sentenced to eight days in jail, and had his license suspended for one year. An unidentified pickup sideswiped a truck driven by Thomas E. Brooks, 26, of Evansville, Ind., on Rt 234 near Rt 58 and fled the scene. Both vehicles were eastbound.
Recreation centers at Eastern Heights and Gates will delay openings until Saturday Dec 5. The centers will offer general recreation for children from 1 to 3 p.m. on specific dates and registration for dance and baton classes is set for Dec 5, with instructions starting the next week, announced by recreation director Charles Hoagland.
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