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Newspaper

The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1955

Page

7

Oberlin Council Votes To Raise Water Rates On Ist Reading

Oberlin City Council approved on its first reading an ordinance boosting water rates to cover operating costs and debt service. The plan includes a 25 percent increase with new minimums and per thousand rates, plus funds for extensions, meter replacement, and plant expansion surveys.

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Avon Lake Faces Delay in 20 Inch Water Main

Avon Lake board seeks action on a stalled 20 inch water main on Electric Blvd delaying completion several months past schedule. A joint meeting with council and planning commission is set to clarify issues and discuss assessment fees totaling 39 000 for Electric Blvd property owners with the balance from water receipts funds. The church on Electric Blvd may use an alternate water source but would not be most economical. solicitor guidance and council action are required.

Avon Lake Board of Municipal Utilities Planning Commission Electric Center Rd Wayne Black Black

Oberlin Council Breaks Its Silence On Findings

Oberlin City Council addressed a state auditor’s report alleging issues by City Manager E. Philip Zahm and City Auditor H. W. Smith. Zahm resigned. council sought actions to implement recommendations while affirming faith in the officials’ integrity.

Council Oberlin Examiner E. Philip Zahm H. W. Smith Zahm

Kiwanis Program to Feature Elections and Guest Talk

East Elyria Kiwanis Club will split Thursday night’s program at Hilltop into two parts. Officers will be elected as the evening’s highlight. Guest speaker AL, a member of Alcoholics Anonymous, will discuss rehabilitation work by the organization amid city governance concerns.

East Elyria Kiwanis Club Apt Alcoholics Anonymous Kenneth Caygill

New Floor Care Ends Waxing

Glaxo offers a twice yearly application to seal linoleum and asphalt tile floors. The product dries in one hour and water clear, promising a slip resistant finish, lower cost, and substantial labor savings by eliminating regular waxing and scrubbing.

Goal Hit Rally Set By St Joseph Parish

Avon Lake parish celebrates exceeding its $125000 campaign goal for St Joseph School by raising 144348 with 115 volunteers soliciting. Funds support a new wing for the school building a parish hall and a convent for teaching nuns. Frank Krizek co chairmen Helen Barshow and Ray Blakeslee assisted with a social time and refreshments tonight at 8.

Avon Lake St. Joseph Parish St. Joseph Frank Krizek Helen Barshow Ray Blakeslee Krizek

Walker wins first Dr. Snell Memorial Award at Amherst Legion

Merrill Walker, long time Amherst Legionnaire, received the inaugural Dr. C. H. Snell Memorial Plaque at a ceremony. He organized the Amherst Junior Chamber of Commerce and led the Lu- Luer League team to a championship. he has 18 years at the Amherst Post Office and 27 years of Legion service. The event honored his community work and dedication to Legion ideals.

Walker Dr. Snell Amherst Merrill Walker C. H. Snell Elmer Johnson Sidney Murdock Legion Fred Deiner Norman Kurth Murdock American Legion Amherst Post Office Amherst Junior Chamber of Commerce St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church Donald Cherry Wiliam Bruce Jr Mort Plato George Walker Jr Esther Mikolajewski Russ Kubach Dennis Pollack Joseph DeChiara Elsie Howard Kreeger Carlisle Jr Kroehle

South Amherst Board Seeks To Give Facts On Bond Issue

South Amherst voters were briefed by the board of education on a 316000 bond issue for a school addition. The panel discussed funding options, bus needs, new desks, upgraded science and health books, and planned renovations including locker rooms, plumbing, and lighting. The district will delay locker work until after the November election, with work to begin during Thanksgiving vacation if the bond passes.

South Amherst Board South Amherst Board of Education Simpson Iti Gust Mathes Specting Patrolman T. C. Simpson Nexter N.E.O.T.A Cleveand

Band Unit President Leaves Post

Due to the resignation of Mrs. John Kiskamp, Mrs. Charles Metzler will assume the Band Parents executive post. Mrs. George Kuhn becomes vice president for the year. A recent card party boosted funds for Avon Band uniforms and needs. volunteers seek home grown plants for the Holiday Fun Fair booth. The next Band Parents meeting is at the school November 7 at 7 p.m.

AVON John Kiskamp Band Parents Charles Metzler George Kuhn Avon Band

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