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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1998
Page
1
Amherst volunteer Bob Bechtel is highlighted as the first figure in a series titled minister of mercy. The piece describes his community service and dedication to helping others, setting the tone for upcoming installments.
NFL draft wrap notes Atlanta Falcons selected Henry Stay a former Elyria West and West Virginia standout in round seven. JonBenet Ramsey case moves to grand jury with focus on ransom note authenticity and potential new evidence. Wang Dan’s release places dissident in US as Tiananmen legacy continues to unfold. Oldest American woman reaches 117 amid reflections on mortality. AP reporter traces North Olmsted roots using online resources. Oklahoma City marks third anniversary of the 1995 bombing.
Linda McCartney, age 56, photographer and wife of Paul McCartney, died on Friday in Santa Barbara, with their children beside her. The couple, married for 30 years, had three children Mary, Stella, and James, and ran a successful vegetarian food business. A spokesman said she underwent treatment for breast cancer in 1995 and later liver metastasis appeared. Paul McCartney anticipated issuing a further statement.
County coroner Paul Matus and prosecutor Gregory White discuss how shaken baby syndrome is subtle yet deadly. Law enforcement relies on autopsy results and caregiver access assessments to determine responsibility, with stress and loss of control cited as common factors.
Elyria city engineers will inspect Cascade Park today to prevent another mudslide. Most of the park stays closed as crews remove mud and trees from last week's storm. The playground on Furnace Street remains usable while the hill is stabilized, with a reopening hoped in two to three days. No other city parks were damaged.
A thief stole more than $1100 from Aladdin's Castle Inc on Midway Boulevard Saturday and left an apology note to manager Kevin Warden reading Sorry Kev nothing personal Police found two token machines empty containing about 570 and a cash box with 500 no forced entry seen and police suspect an employee was responsible
About 1,600 residents attended a weekend open house for Elyria’s new $10 million police station which opened April 1. Police Chief Michael Medders noted one criticism a basketball hoop in the jail. the 48-bed jail starts May 6 while the old three-bed jail and other jails are in use.
Elyria man 67-year-old Elmverston Adams was listed in critical condition after his 1984 Chevrolet pickup crashed into the front porch at 357 P Maple Street. Police say he might have had a heart attack before the collision. Three sleeping children were unharmed. Adams was taken to EMH Regional Medical Center. Firefighters say his heart stopped on arrival. Residents Joe Rice and Karen Wright reported returning home to find the wreckage in their yard.
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