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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1961
Page
5
Mayor Oscar G Dunn rebutted Democratic candidates and their truth squad during a Republican precinct workers gathering at the YMCA He defended adding three utility department employees after taking office saying it was to fix a mess left by the prior administration
Fred Harpster 404 Marseilles Ave has been named campaign chairman for the Republican candidates in the November municipal election. He will work with the Dunn for Mayor committee and support all Republican efforts including the mayoral bid. Harpster, 39, a real estate salesman, served in World War II with the 320th Bomb Group and has a background in electrical field work with GM projects. He and his wife Marian are parents of a 16 year old son Freddie.
The Elyria campaign scene features Dunn facing Democrat accusations of a whispering campaign and threats to discharge department heads. He defends records on bids, money saved, and by stating the two mill levy kept city finances stable, while opponents tout reforms and women's participation.
Mayor Oscar G Dunn pushes a hands off stance on a 25000 welfare bill owed to Lorain County while rival Neeson accuses the administration of avoidance. Councilman Schultz cites a 12500 balance. County Commissioner Thompson warns of cancelling the contract if unpaid in 30 days. Neeson opposes a city welfare department. Dunn wants more study and skips the finance committee meeting.
Elyria's 357th Ordnance Co. of the Ohio National Guard mobilized to become the first Lorain County unit activated. About 125 men headed to Fort Knox with stops in Blue Ash and a 2 p.m. arrival in Kentucky. Capt. Arthur Wootton leads the unit as it trains to repair artillery, tanks, small arms and instruments. The sendoff featured bands, officials, and the Red Cross delivering letters and a final farewell at the Elyria armory.
Ridgeville voters turnout begins quietly with precinct 1-A showing 16 of 360, 1-B with 19 of 300, and 3-A at the fire station with 23 of 330 by 10:30 a.m. Clerks expect a noon and evening rush as polling sites stay open until 7:30 p.m.
A united fund campaign event opens Monday with the Resi dental and Townships divisions meeting at 8 pm tomorrow in Washington Avenue Christian Church. Area chairmen captains and workers will receive final instructions and campaign supplies. Dr Earl R Henderson, general campaign chairman, will address the group.
Deputies probe possible hit and run in the death of Pvt. Gene Arthur Moelk 22 of Brentwood found unconscious on Rt. 57 near Elyria after a 10 day leave from Fort Knox. He died at Elyria Memorial Hospital from a cerebral hemorrhage. Deputies found his car 99 feet away and noted head injuries and other abrasions. Investigators say grease on clothing and the condition of injuries point to a traffic accident but no clear cause yet. Services for Moelk will be held at First Methodist Church at 3 p.m. tomorrow.
The city acts after Chesler failed to demolish the house at 314 Loa St by the deadline. The 325 demolition fund covers the work and Building Inspector James Seres will notify Chesler by letter. Chesler faces charges for the demolition costs.
Addshonto Down 11, son of Don ald Down of Lorain, is in St. Joseph Hospital after a 4 fractured jaw incident at 3 20 am. He darted onto Elyria Ave from Elfreda Ave and was struck by a car driven by Conway Mc Adams 60 of Hendersonville NC. He is listed in fair condition.
Edward Todd of 11 Shear Street faces a jail hold on a charge of fraudulently claiming unemployment benefits. He pleaded guilty in Municipal Court, but an innocent plea was entered after his explanation. Todd says he did not repay about $250 because he did not know how to repay it. Bond set at $400. a trial was expected but delayed until the state investigator is available on October 19. Todd admits taking $42 weekly for four weeks and $19 weekly for two weeks while employed.
City Hall Lorain County Courthouse and state liquor stores and agencies will close Thursday for Columbus Day. Mayor Oscar G Dunn says the observance is traditional. The Ohio State Employment Service will close. Claimants should report at the usual time tomorrow. Banks and the post office stay open.
For the 45th year Elyria hosts a downtown parade ending at Ely Park. The Kiwanis Club is reappointed as general chairman. About 35 civic groups will attend tomorrow's meeting to assign duties and confirm parade details including date time and route. Contributions are being sought for the parade fund with some 200 prizes noted.
Elyria Public Schools PTA units met to assign tasks for promoting a five-mill levy renewal on the November 7 ballot. Duties include door to door canvassing, obtaining endorsements, and soliciting donations for the Citizens Committee.
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