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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1949
Page
1
A report details a postponed steel strike in Elyria and a man found dead beside railroad tracks. Police locate the body about 350 yards from FP avenue crossing after an incident near the railroad yard. Clues indicate clothing is badly worn and investigation ongoing.
A federal civil suit was filed in Texas alleging Lorain Journal Co. defendants attempted to acquire ownership of competitors including Elyria Chronicle Telegram and Lorain station assets. The case lists executives such as Sherman, Hramer, and Goch among others, with claims of discriminatory advertising practices and interference with business.
Forecaster notes a temperature trend across Northeastern Ohio this afternoon and tonight. Expect mild to warm highs with cooling into the evening as a front passes. Overnight lows fall toward normal for early spring.
The Chinese Nationalists report a firmer stance against Communist forces in recent weeks. They say military resistance has stiffened and economic deterioration has slowed in areas under their control, including Formosa, amid talks with the United States State Department.
Mrs. Frank Lausche, Ohio’s first lady, attends a National Democratic Women’s Day tea in Amherst on September 27 at 2 pm. The event features remarks by President Harry S. Truman, with Lorain County Democratic Women coordinating hostesses and guests from Cleveland and Lorain. Reservations are handled by Mary Wolf and Mary Jenne.
Two representatives from each of 14 Red Feather services join about 20 Communis Chest Speakers Bureau members at Colson Corporation conference room at 7 30 tonight. Ralph E Tibbdais executive secretary announces the session aims to train speakers in service goals and community Chest drive details.
William H. E Spratley Jr 41 free on bond awaiting arraignment after an indictment for second degree manslaughter in two child deaths. The indictment followed the Franklin County political action committee resignation of a council member and chair.
In White Sulphur Springs and Bluefield, coal operators fear John L. Lewis will end contract talks with a strike move, risking a continued mine shutdown. Both sides report talks going nowhere as steel industry disputes loom, with 480,000 miners affected and government planners weighing intervention amid looming layoffs.
Henry R. Gassan, former Erie county treasurer, was sentenced to an indeterminate term in Ohio penitentiary and fined $51,408 after pleading guilty to embezzlement. He previously admitted stealing $25,704 during his 14 years as treasurer ending Sept. 3. prosecutors quoted him saying the funds went to living expenses and medical bills. Judge Edmond H. Savord imposed the sentence.
Cleveland witnesses testifying at county coroner inquest describe hearing no alarm aboard the Noronic and seeing crew members appear to fight the blaze with fire hoses. Survivors recount voices, footsteps, and smoke as they fled toward safety, with one officer reportedly directing actions before the ship's crew.
World War II veteran Joseph Versace Sr. died Wednesday at Crile Veterans Hospital Cleveland after an operation a week earlier. He lived at 269 West Ist Street Elyria and worked 13 years as a pipe fitter at the National Tube Company. He served in Battery B 908th Field Artillery and was a member of St Marys Church.
Coroner confirms four more deaths in the Inner harbor disaster after a charred hill of evidence. Officials warn the final toll may never be determined as searches continue for additional victims.
Report on campaign organization for a 3.7 million bond issue. Citizens Ad e e met with executive committee, receiving reports from subcommittees and noting progress toward expanding Elyria support. The group reviewed campaign documents and planned further steps to advance advocacy and fundraising.
A woman identified as Evelyn Arter Reed, 23, of Plaim Cus, died near here after a single vehicle crash. Reed was seated in a car that left the road and overturned. authorities provide few further details pending investigation.
Gus Sivan, 35, of T.C van, was hospitalized after an air tank explosion damaged the home of Mrs. Charles Rumberger. Sivan suffered facial and body injuries while the tank was used to clean a heating system yesterday.
Irving L. Higgins of the Lorain county I H Building and Common Laborers Union warns against transferring the Grafton prison project to Warren county. He cites a reported 3.25 million building program and says 1 percent may be shifted, urging 380 men receive 18 months of work at Grafton.
Sheffield Lake councilman Car M. Ascher filed in common pleas court seeking access to police department records. Named defendants Major William Holley Police Chief Henry Miller and Village Clerk Frank Fields, the suit claims authorities refused inspection of the records. The petition requests court action to compel disclosure.
In Washington Democratic leaders predict a Senate vote on a Western Europe aid bill amid tight margins. Key figures expect a test of amendments to trim funds, with potential cuts of 1.0 billion dollars and debates over a North Atlantic defense force. President Truman convened top aides to discuss the session’s remaining schedule.
Avon Lake, Ohio. Janet Kolibab, 12, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Kolibab, from Lake Road, is a polio victim. She was admitted to St Joseph’s Hospital and later sent to Cleveland, unable to stand. She studies at Avon Lake school.
In Prague the Catholic church vows to persist in its clash with the government over church control. A Western-smuggled message outlines a plan to accept some church bill provisions while resisting any against conscience, forecasting state enforcement in coming months. The proposed bill would assign priests to unpaid school duties and restrict lay control as the state tightens surveillance.
In Pittsburgh the CIO United Steelworkers accept President Truman's six day truce proposal and postpone a walkout until October 1 while wage policy talks proceed. About 500,000 basic steelworkers planned to strike and scattered wildcat stoppages began in the district as officials urge renewed negotiations.
Avon Lake Local School District seeks a 750000 bond for construction of fire proof school buildings and sites with equipment. The bond would be repaid over 20 years with a tax levy averaging 3.9569 mills. Passage requires 55 percent approval at the November election.
Leonard E. Hyees of Oberlin told sheriffs that bright lighting and a blinded driver caused a crash near Crosby Road injuring a passenger from Cleveland and damaging a parked car owned by Louis Hummrich. Police reported a chain of rear end and intersection incidents involving Gene Poor and Grace Dieterick on Easy Broad Street.
Gossip circulates as Chronicle Telegram readers look to buy used typewriters and autos. Students scan the classified pages first for deals and sellers are urged to call 44-121 or 44-131 to place a Want Ad quickly.
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