25 Oct 1954
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1954
Page
1
The defense urged to halt or move the wife murder case of Dr Samuel Sheppard citing press coverage. Judge Blythin rejected the bid and ordered continued jury selection in Cleveland.
In Berea Ohio two tentative jurors and the presiding judge disclosed receiving crank letters amid the Dr Samuel Sheppard murder trial. Juror Solli denied remarks about burning Sheppard while juror Holliday and Judge Blythin reported similar letters. The court considers further peremptory challenges as reporters note light moments alongside trial tension.
The report blends a Northeastern Ohio weather forecast with courtroom details from the Sheppard case in Cleveland. It notes sunny conditions and a high around 70 with clear nights, plus wind and a Tuesday forecast, and then recounts arguments by Corrigan to delay the trial, Judge Blythin’s rulings, and Mahon defending the prosecution as pressure from publicity is discussed.
Common Pleas Judge Edward Blythin ordered contempt of court against a Berea man Nor bert F. Connors for letters to tentative jurors in the Dr. Samuel H Sheppard trial. The letters criticized court operations and delayed peremptory challenges. Prosecution will cross examine witnesses, including Susan Hayes, with key testimony from Thomas Reese, father of Mrs. Sheppard.
The two men described a distant family connection through Verling's wife as not influencing their decision. Both said the relationship would not affect the verdict and stood by impartial judgment.
President Eisenhower approved full television and radio coverage of tonight's cabinet meeting. Secretary of State John Foster Dukes will report on the new West European defense agreements.
Ground breaking ceremony marks the start of a new synagogue for the Congregation on Gull Road in Elyria. The event is highlighted alongside notes on local institutions and community pages. The Wellington High School addition, valued at $500000, is dedicated.
Warsaw Poland announced that American architect Hermann Field was released after being described as groundlessly framed by two Red security agents five years ago. The public statement marks the first breakthrough in an international mystery involving the disappearance of four Field family members behind the Iron Curtain.
Ohio Turnpike Commission Chairman James Shocknessy calls a federal suit to halt work on the east west toll road a warmed over attempt. Kohler Ellis Co. Louisville filed for a temporary injunction and to stall the north south toll road pending issues. Shocknessy has not seen the suit and notes six defendants and high costs, while downplaying the action as unlikely to succeed.
The National Congress of Parents and Teachers Associations cautions Halloween celebrants in Chicago to be careful next Sunday. They urge vigilance to prevent mishaps while enjoying the holiday festivities.
A rescue plane sighted wreckage of a two engine C47 on Corsica while other search planes converged to investigate. The missing Rome to England flight carried 21 American airmen and officials feared a storm hampered the search as teams scoured the 10,000 foot peaks north of Nice.
Three Crosby brothers Chris 12 Bob Jr 10 and Steven 8 were missing since Sunday night from Bob Crosby’s home in West Los Angeles. They were located today not by police but by a 13 year old boy on horseback.
Thomas Owens, 39, a railroad worker, died after stepping in front of a farm truck driven by Vincent Wise, 51, on Rt. 347 west of Norwalk. Police report a skull fracture and broken neck. Owens from Akron or Mayers Town, W. Va., body sent to Drake Funeral Home. Wise not charged.
The Chromicle Telegram introduces Ken Winston a two panel strip by Siegel writer of Superman. Whitey veteran of 19 years Denton publishes this crime drama with suspenseful plots and vivid action as Ken Winston battles corruption and evil along with a quirky cast.
LA and surrounding communities report air quality improvement with smog significantly reduced and residents breathing easier now.
A Columbia Station woman Mrs Evelyn Reisinger 45 and a Cleveland man Murray Howard 62 died in separate weekend traffic crashes. Reisinger was killed when a Checker Cab driven by Clyde C Wilkins Jr 28 struck the car being pushed by Dolly Bronston 41 as Roscoe Winters rode beside it. Howard died at Elyria Memorial Hospital after a collision involving a car driven by Robert Abernethy 20 of Bedford and another vehicle. The accidents occurred on West River Street and nearby routes with multiple injuries reported including Mrs Ada Fields 44 and Carl McDougal 34. The cab driver Wilkins faced a citation for failure to have his car under control.
Ernest Seabold drive chairman urged workers to complete every solicitation as the 1955 Elginie Community Chest Campaign nears its end. With contributions near three quarter mark, town meetings at the American Legion Pas Home on Ohio St set for tomorrow and Thursday, final day of activity. Seabold warned last minute rush risks failure and appealed for residential reports to reach headquarters by 11:30 a.m. to reduce jam ups. Special features by Begin, Ryan, Hyman, Boddy accompany the crucial luncheon and two final report meetings at 1 15 p.m.
William Holley former mayor of Sheffield Lake faces a charge of dining while intoxicated. The trial resumes Wednesday evening before Mayor Fred Hogrefe in Amherst court after a mistrial last month due to publicity. Prospective jurors from the previous attempt are recalled.
Bees produce honey in multiple flavors based on nectar sources. The Chronicle Telegram advertises Want Ads offering lost articles, job opportunities, and rentals. An example ad by Mrs. Harold Webb lists various household items for sale or barter at 267 E. 16th St.
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