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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1954
Page
2
State Highway Patrol Captain D W Ankle urges cancellation of hayride events on busy highways. He warns organizers and wagon drivers to avoid dark rural roads, use proper lighting, follow safety codes, and choose less trafficked routes to prevent accidents.
Ohio Attorney General C William O Neill warned about West narcotics during the Fifth District American Legion Fall Conference at Verrmmihon's Elementary School Auditorium. More than 250 Legionnaires from about 100 posts in northern Ohio attended as officials outlined anti dope efforts and other office activities. Donald A Lews of Galton presided.
U S meat supplies may reach a peak of 25 billion pounds in 1955 for the third straight year. Per capita consumption likely ranges from 154 to 156 pounds, similar to the past two years. Americans are expected to again eat a high proportion of pork, per Agriculture Department specialists.
The Tran Building on Route 76 near Route 20 rises as Ridgeville’s first modern business bloc. Owner Morris Tran aims for completion in early November with five units from 12 by 40 to 20 by 49 feet, each with separate basements and heating. Ed Brumen and Pearce Co. are general contractors. work started mid July and pace quickened to allow parking and a wide sidewalk. The TV and Hobby Shop will move into the new space, while the Volunteer Store remains open in the interim.
Four Columbia Township boys aged nine and ten were cited in Juvenile Court after railroad incidents near Route 82. Railroad police reported spikes placed on rails and broken signal wires, with rocks being thrown to make trains bounce. The boys admitted placing rocks and spikes and the case was set for a hearing next Tuesday.
City auditor Ellsworth Albert remains on vacation in Texas delaying a 25 000 payment to the State Highway Department for Blyne's Rt 20 improvement. Council seeks OK to proceed with construction, with Albert’s signature needed to finalize the resolution and bonds planned to repay city funds. A special meeting is set for next Tuesday hoping for Albert’s return. Safety Director Lotko notes 85 percent of 25 000 will be recovered via a state participation agreement.
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