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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1944
Page
1
Reporters note a cigarette shortage among American soldiers in Paris and on the front. Despite home rumors of five cartons per man weekly, front-line troops describe receiving as few as none to three packages. Black market cigarettes sell for 40 to 75 francs, with some hijacked from U S Army convoys. MPs claim to have the issue under control.
Junior high girls and boys choirs from grades 7 and 8 prepare a Thanksgiving Musical Vesper at First Methodist on November 19. Rehearsals since Sept 12, girls Fridays 4 pm boys Tuesdays 8 15 pm. Vestments blue cassocks and white surplices. Epworth choir offers high schoolers singing with Wednesday 6 15 pm rehearsals, black and white robes. Recent social events include hobby parties and roller skating. Names of choir members and mothers' Guild links listed.
C M Ferguson Ohio State University poultry extension specialist spoke at a Wellington gathering urging deep litter dropping pits water in the poultry house and rat control as key to feed saving. He cited prewar and wartime production and consumption gains and noted rising prices spur better feeding. he said cut up chickens may appeal to housewives and cited egg and poultry meat consumption trends. George Pohm of Cuyahoga County was listed to speak at tonight’s North Ridgeville meeting along with Ferguson.
Court entries from Arid about list multiple local cases. Honey A Carstensen of Cleveland was found not guilty on speeding. trial waived. Sheffield Lake arrest tied to union meeting in Lu iain. Josephine Zupperg Carrigan sued the estate of Sam Zuppera for 1000 dollars. Victory Longacre granted divorce from Newell on neglect grounds. Richard Aodexgraph, 17, charged with reckless driving fined 10 dollars and costs. William Klitkshivn 52, charged with reckless driving. $20 costs, $10 suspended. J Wlyra fined for reckless driving after a crash on Stoney Ridge road.
Fayetta Oakley of 326 East River Street Med salt seeks alimony from Harry on neglect grounds amid a 1928 marriage and one child. Dora divorce filed today on neglect grounds with two children. Elmirs Fields granted divorce from Edwards by Judge Guy B Findley for cruelty with custody awarded. Manie Hodge granted divorce from Artie by Judge Findley on neglect with custody. Carl James and Wilbert Emerson indicted for burglary of Leslie Knowles station on LaGrange Road June 18, placed on probation with Myles Kneechiges as probation officer. William Oldham, former juvenile probation officer, now employed at Cuyahoga Abstract Title and Trust Co, was seen in the courthouse.
The Methodist men held their annus father and son banquet at the church, with 276 people seated though 278 were expected. Dinner was at seven, Rev. C. J. Hesxy gave the invocation, and John 5. Quimby led group singing. Dr. H. W. Courtney spoke about making youths feel at home in church while a magic act by W. L. Burgette and Mrs. Burgette entertained guests.
Elyria health department figures show births nearly twice as high as deaths for the last month. Fifty-seven births were recorded, two more than September, while thirty-one deaths rose by 12. The October 31 death figure is only slightly above the long term average, with past months showing fluctuations from 25 to 81 births.
In Ely Path pool events Richard Patyak of 220 West River Street earned recognition as the biggest catcher. The report notes his weigh in at over two pounds, with Matyi also credited for notable catches. The crowd compares weights and records, highlighting Patyak as the standout.
American troops report Nazi terror methods used to compel German soldiers to fight or die for the regime. A captured infantryman said comrades must kill any who show weakness or attempt surrender. Other prisoners described executions of those fleeing and playful defiance toward American troops.
Cleveland area plants report urgent need for 25 300 workers with 4 000 more to hire. Regional war management director Goodwin says production behind schedule and staff must transfer from other sites to meet demand.
Landis of Cleveland urged federal aid for education at the Elyria Federation of Teachers meeting. He cited Smith-Hughes Law, labor reform, and the need for trained teachers and child labor laws as democracy’s safeguard, calling for action before war ends.
In Columbus Governor Bricker weighs a special session to raise state salaries as opposition grows. A Galena county petition circulates against the plan though many state and county workers back a wage revision. Local legislators argue inflation and surplus limits make a hike unwise, while larger counties would gain most from any raise.
Columbus reports hunting season opens Friday with rabbit season running until December 13 and pheasants until December 2. Deer season runs December 4 to 9 in select counties. Waterfowl season began September 20. Commissioner Don Waters notes rabbits are plentiful, similar to recent years, while bird seasons reflect weather and nest factors. Former Lima mayor David F. Bogart, 93, died in hospital after a long illness. Bogart served 1930-31 under a certain government structure and worked 40 years for Baltimore and Ohio Rail.
Funeral services for William Engle 71 of Moore road will be held at the Congregational church in Avon Lake with Dover Masonite Lodge assistance. He was a conductor on the Lake Shore CLine for 37 years and member of Blue Lodge Dover Knight Templars Lorain Al Sirat Grotto Cleveland Queen City EB Lorain. The body moved to the late residence for calling hours. He will be buried in Avon Lake.
At least eight Lorain County music educators plan to attend the Ohio Music Education Association convention opening Thursday evening in Columbus. Participants include Gerald Prank county supervisor, Izler Solomon directing an educator orchestra, Walter Von Brock Elyria High School band chief, Miss Marion Widdowson, and others from villages, rural schools, and Oberlin Conservatory. The convention runs to noon Saturday.
Eden told constituents in Leamington that America Britain Russia and France must work in harmony to secure a long period of peace after the war. He warned that lack of unity would have allowed German offensives and urged continued cooperation to prevent a recurrence.
East Carlisle P T A met Friday night with Roy Wimpenny presiding in Mrs. Paul Alexander’s illness absence. Miss Spitzer’s fourth grade won the attendance prize. prizes went to Gerald Van Over for 17 new members and Marjorie Yost for 13.
Gov. John W. Bricker, former Republican vice presidential nominee, will address a dinner meeting of Republican women in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This marks his first public appearance since ending his campaign before the November 7 election.
Police seek two gunmen suspected in a Cleveland holdup murder and the attempted shooting of two others. They believe marijuana or drugs influenced the suspects. Albert I Arnold 43 Kiopper Bros. Co. secretary died from a shot above the left eye. Charles Johnson 6 former city dance hall inspector was kidnapped and robbed. Benjamin Yosel 42 narrowly escaped an attempted shooting.
Albert Krinbring, 20, fugitive from Apple Creek, indicted by a Cuyahoga county grand jury on kidnapping and first degree murder in the death of 18 month old Paulette Weissberg. Arraignment set before Judge Joy Seth Hurd. defense counsel to be appointed and psychiatrists to assess sanity. Krinbring escaped May 21. confessed to taking the baby from its bed. body found in a water filled gully near Gordon Park.
The city of Monterrey, Mexico, plans a new race track with a proposed cost of 200 thousand dollars. The project aims to expand entertainment options and attract events, with construction details yet to be finalized and funding sources under review.
Oberlin hosts a November 16 bazaar and festival at James Brand House to aid Congregational Christian Church War Victims and Services. Activities run 4:30 to 9:00 with a 4:00 p.m. bazaar featuring white elephants books plants baked goods and more and a 5:30 to 7:00 supper. Entertainment includes a marionette show a Dramatic Association play and a Youth Fellowship skit. Local club committees manage baked goods plants white elephants and other items. Mrs. T. W. Graham heads baked goods and candy. Mrs. Rogert Shaw plants and flowers. Mrs. C. F. Ralston white elephant sale. Mrs. R. W. Brown canned goods. Mrs. F. W. Waters needlework. Mrs. E. C. Thompson toys. The article also mentions a Des troyer christening in New Orleans and details about Mrs. Kindrick and Mrs. Johnson’s family movements, plus club meeting notes and a Mexico-themed Oberlin event.
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