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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1947
Page
1
United Press reports a food-saving drive led by Housewives under President Truman reduced eggs from breakfasts across 18 cities. Eighty households were polled. most described adopting eggless meals to aid Europe, though some opposed the shift and restaurant proprietors showed minimal cooperation.
London reports indicate Britain sold additional gold reserves to the United States to curb dwindling dollar supplies. The sale, totaling about $2.24 billion, follows prior transactions that left the reserve around $2.02 billion. Exchequer officials and ministers provided limited details on the remaining total, citing a range between $2.0 billion and $2.4 billion.
Two armed men robbed Interstate Securities Co in Middletown Ohio yesterday, escaping with $800. Police from Ohio and Indiana pursued after the Chevrolet sedan with Indiana plates was linked to the suspects. Two clerks Flora Graves and Routh Derrough were in the office as the bandits, each with a briefcase, entered. One demanded money while the other gathered cash.
President Truman discusses a 60 day holiday plan with 18 of 88 distillers as food drives for Europe loom. Officials note support for a national production pause while emphasizing safeguards for workers and industry. The Justice Department signals no legal action against distillers who comply.
Six year old Korrist Hoffmen underwent a major operation with doctors optimistic he would recover. His father Must Hoffmey reports the boy woke from anesthesia joking and asked for water, while hospital staff noted a steady, hopeful recovery despite a lengthy convalescence ahead.
Jefferson county police arrested seven at a strikebound plant amid disorder actions sparked by a judge’s order banning union members from the facility. The quickly unfolding incident involved workers and local authorities as tensions rose during the labor dispute.
Exchange Club plans a speaking event featuring a noted football star. The program outlines a onetime appearance with remarks likely to discuss career highlights and community involvement. Local members are invited to attend the weekday gathering at the downtown meeting hall.
Obituaries announce the death of Mrs. May Gites, 30, in Cleveland with funeral plans at Summerlin Butler Home and burial at a local cemetery. Emma Hobman Milikanek of Amherst and Alex Martin Pus Worthys of Amherst also noted with details on survivor families and memorial services.
A Wheeling sheriff ordered a crackdown on gambling venues, closing streets and theaters as the city faces a prolonged council dispute over gambling. Licensed clubs protested with placards, marching to city offices while officials debated the measure and awaited a potential state attorney general ruling.
Report details raids conducted by liquor inspectors in multiple locations. The narrative lists dates, places, and agencies involved, noting enforcement actions and observations from officials in the field.
Fifty three passengers and crew credit a miracle as an American Airlines four motor liner enroute from Dallas to Los Angeles went out of control and flew inverted. Captain Charles Sisto could not explain the unexplained perallactics that tumbled the aircraft. None were seriously injured. five crew members were hospitalized for treatment.
Boston scene reports U S Attorney Gene Tom Clark accusing some grain traders of gambling and urging government action to curb speculation He also condemns actions harming families and inflation while pledging federal measures to stabilize markets amid wartime tensions in San Francisco city coverage and national impact remarks
Iran Premier Ghavani said Parliament will decide on the tentative oil deal with Russia after he presents the negotiation report. He noted deputies can express opinions and emphasized continued friendly ties with the Soviet Union while outlining domestic reform funding and potential British oil contract scrutiny.
Police Chief BE Stankard said William Upshaw of 620 North Sireet was turned over to Cincinnati authorities today on a charge of neglect of dicey children.
Welfare director Charles A Sherwood ordered state welfare institutions to follow President Truman's meatless Tuesdays and poultryless Thursdays. Some hospital cases on daily meat diets may be exempt. Holiday meals will be adjusted with limited poultry observed daily for several weeks.
An Ohio man announces engagement to Miss Paris in 1947. The message includes references to social notices and a cable confirmation from New York, noting preparations for a spring wedding and background details about the couple and families.
A Lorain court case awards George W Cowes a recovery over a site in Ravenside Park. Judge Cook declares the city liable for not advertising properly while allowing a claim for a different parcel. Several divorce actions are recorded, including Guiliva DeMaree and Edward Long, with details on grounds and dates. A youth case involves a 21-year-old Lara resident and related police custody in Elyria.
George Wellington Thompson and Ernest Lawrence Paparella, both former Army photographers, were arraigned in Santa Fe on federal charges of stealing secret Los Alamos data tied to the atom bomb project. They allegedly possessed classified materials while the Army controlled security. charges carry up to five years, fines up to five thousand dollars, or both.
The State Public Utilities Commission issued an order virtually ending fare reductions for faculty via railroads and allowing commuter fare cuts for some routes. The action could raise rates on Cleveland to Cincinnati trips and other shifts, with hearings planned if protests are filed before the October 13 effective date.
Public Works Director Georgy Sinwers will announce a state policy restricting commercial dredging of sand from Lake Erie’s Ohio shoreline. He opposes dredging, citing sand thefts and calls for keeping remaining sand in reserve for beach rebuilding while condemning intruding sand removal by companies.
Fragmentary notes indicate Columbus Day may be treated as a regular weekday with no holiday observance. Text is garbled and provides no clear details on location or official declarations.
Washington reports stressed need for food coupons as relief ends and crisis recedes. Government officials including Secretary Clinton and lawmakers push continued aid to households facing income strain amid defense costs and rising prices.
A dense, fragmentary market update lists poultry items and prices, with scattered references to Cleveland and nearby markets. Mentions of chickens, calves, sheep, and grain prices mix with garbled entries and unclear vendors. The unreadable OCR blocks key data, making specifics hard to extract.
John B. Judge, longtime Lorain deputy and precinct leader, announces his candidacy for sheriff as the incumbent Sheriff Carl R. Fiyan also seeks reelection. Judge states he plans to run in 1948 after being told he would be terminated October 15. Judge, 48, lives at 1404 East Erie Avenue with wife Anna and two children.
Lorain County man John B. Kelly aged 69 of Island Read was found dead in his home by gunshot, in poor health and under doctor care for some time. Coroner’s verdict ruled death by own action. He resided on Island Road, survived by four brothers and a sister. funeral plans set for Westlake and Euclid with burial at Butternut Ridge.
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