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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1988
Page
4
Wheeling West Virginia clamped down on water intake along the Ohio River after a million gallon diesel oil spill spread about 100 miles in a week. Shops closed and firefighters warned of a looming shortage as city storage tanks dropped to critical levels by 7 am CST.
Wheeling urges residents to conserve water as droughtlike restrictions take effect. In Steubenville the emergency lifted after oil removal from the Monongahela River. cleanup may take weeks for diesel from the Ashland Oil tank spill to reach the Ohio River. Ashland Oil President Luellen apologizes but cites ongoing lawsuits.
Governor Evan Mecham, indicted on six counts of fraud and perjury, says he is completely clean and will not resign. He calls the case political persecution and aims for a public trial while facing impeachment inquiry and recall efforts. Judge seeks evenhanded handling, but Corbin rejects personal political motives.
Due to a delivery problem the Century Potty Chair and Booster Seat advertised in today's flyer will not be available. Rain checks will be issued and honored as quickly as possible.
Laundry shop listing details Royal Velvet towels with quick reference pricing. Bath towels 16.50, hand towels 9.75, washcloth 3.7, bath sheet 29.00. Items labeled perfect condition. Local catalog style with unit prices and product names.
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