Spectator safety at Lorain Speedway under scrutiny
An accident at Lorain Speedway killed one spectator and injured five others raising questions about track safety. A car in a preliminary race crashed through a guardrail and embankment into the pit area where spectators stood. The Speedway lacked a concrete wall protecting the grandstand and had limited barriers against dangerous debris. The operator should upgrade safety and security practices to protect paying spectators and staff.
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Armey pushes Fair Farm Subsidies Act to curb wealthier farmers
U S Rep Dick Armey of Texas proposes ending direct payments to farmers earning over 100000 annually and farms with 500000 or more in gross sales. The plan would save about 1.56 billion yearly and limit asset shifting to relatives.
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Prohibition myths big in Lorain County letters
Readers urge tough election choices to curb alcohol and gambling harms. Roger Davis of Elyria argues Prohibition reduced crime and vice, while A T Groh criticizes casino push and calls for responsible spending and local factory investment to combat societal ills.
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Avon School Levy Call to Support Community Future
JAN HENRY appeals to Avon citizens to back the upcoming school levy, stressing youth as the future of Avon and urging responsible, forward-looking votes. She emphasizes the small price today to secure long-term dividends for the town’s strength and vibrancy.
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Chronicle Telegram Calls for Local Letters to Editor
The Chronicle Telegram invites readers to send letters to the editor. Include signature, full address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor, Chronicle Telegram, Box 4010, Elyria 44036. Fax letters to 329-7187.
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S&L Scandal Sparks Taxpayer Fury on Capitol Hill
Washington lawmakers vent fury over the S&L bailout as Seidman Glauber warn of a growing bill exceeding hundreds of billions. Voters blame high rollers and campaign donors while Texans face large per capita costs and calls for accountability rise.
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Indonesia the sleeping giant in a changing world economy
A column notes Indonesia's deregulation has drawn investors from South Korea Japan Taiwan and Hong Kong, while U S business has lagged. It highlights growth yet persists glaring inequality with rich benefiting from Haig era forum and local workers earning about three dollars daily. It cites Haig as speaker and warns of foreign money dependence amid Bureaucracy and faults in telecoms and public services.
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