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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1972
Page
12
The report notes Yasunari Kawabata, 72, the first Japanese Nobel laureate in literature, died by his own action in Yokohama. It cites postwar Japan's fascination with self destruction as a sign of spiritual crisis, with neighbors describing his lonely, insomnia plagued life after fame.
A UPI report cites a survey by Systems Development Corp showing Cincinnati’s weekday driving average of 23.9 mph, second slowest among six metros behind Chicago at 22.9 mph. The study also notes Chicago drivers spend more time in their cars and travel longer distances, with Houston and New York tied for furthest weekday trips.
An advertisement in Rome highlights Powder Art for dentures promising easier eating. It markets a simple daily application to reduce slipping and discomfort, aiming to improve confidence during meals.
An analysis notes that Japanese writers have long dwelt on life’s pessimism with death a recurring theme. It highlights Kawabata as a Suilist leader and lists thirteen Japanese novelists and playwrights who died by suicide since 1869, including Ryunosuke Akutagawa, author of Rashomon.
Howard Thomas Hoffman II, 22, of Chagrin Falls, appears in Mentor Municipal Court on two counts of first degree murder for the March 14 slayings of his parents in a fire destroyed home. Prosecution witnesses testified Hoffman needed money to pay debts and that his mother may have known him for years. The hearing recessed after about four hours of testimony as prosecutors seek bindover to the grand jury.
Ohio Inns Inc warns vacation seekers to act quickly as Hueston Woods State Park rooms are nearly gone and Burr Oak Salt Fork and Punderson also fill fast. Douglas Ruth, VP operations, urges callers to check availability by phone and note deposits of one night reserve rooms priced 15 to 28 dollars per night.
The LaGrange Social League will hold an organizational meeting at the high school on Wednesday at 7 30 pm. Plans include Monday evening golf activities. For more information contact Richard Troup, the high school principal.
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