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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1992
Page
2
Houston 1992 Republican convention opens amid humor and heat as delegates debate platform content amid controversy over death penalty jokes. Observers note strong youth engagement and a mix of serious politics and entertainment during a tense start.
U S Treasurer Catalina Villalpando at the Republican National Convention described Bill Clinton and former San Antonio Mayor Henry Cisneros as skirt chasers in a remark that drew swift criticism from former New Jersey Governor Thomas H Kean. Kean called it inappropriate and hoped the comment would not influence the campaign. Cisneros had announced in 1989 he would not seek another term as mayor to pursue business.
Rivera posted $500 bail for a hearing set Aug 31 after a confrontation in Janesville with McLaughlin. Rivera said his thumb was severely bitten and he had other scrapes, while McLaughlin reportedly had several cuts and teeth losses. Rivera plans to air footage showing he was provoked by neo Nazi protestors during a 1988 on set brawl.
Brookside plans a beverage and hot lunch menu overhaul to close a 20,000 year end deficit. Coca Cola profits from lunch sales are expected to reach about 34,000 annually. Two hot lunch lines will offer items like hot dogs burgers pizza and tacos. Brookside will not join the commodities program this year.
Widespread speculation spreads about marital strain involving his wife Mary Alice, with unconfirmed reports alleging an extramarital affair. The chatter centers on private conduct rather than official actions, impacting public perception without verified details.
Ohio Youth Delegation members Danny Negin and George Lichman from Elyria travel with six teams to engage delegates at the Republican National Convention in Houston. They promote family values and economic policies, aiming to boost President Bush’s renomination.
Shores bought a home in 1981 for 16000 and faced sudden gas charges as high as 210 in December 1981. She argues Columbia Gas failed to justify the enormous bill while she sought aid from Legal Aid and other agencies without success. A 1990 Elyria Municipal Court ruling ordered payment including interest amid ongoing financial strain.
At the Republican National Convention in Houston delegates clash over abortion and economic plans while Texas Senator Phil Gramm delivers the keynote and Patrick Buchanan and former President Reagan speak. Bush aims to shore up support as Quayle tours, Clinton counters from Arkansas, and Dole presses for a clear second term agenda.
Elyria's Bob Wilson says the Republican National Convention feels upbeat as delegates check in at the Windhaven Greenspoint Hotel in Houston. He and Ohio allies Carol Weston and John Blevins attend a Texas barbecue before a busy slate of sessions and tributes to DeWine and Aronoff.
The Ohio delegation and guests laughed at a hotel banner reading Welcome State of Ohio Buck Eyes, bought by Terry Ward who called himself the local ambassador and Mr Fixit. Ward, 38, who grew up in Ohio and attended Ohio State, said he was embarrassed to see it miswritten. He has helped secure a parking pass for Gov. George Voinovich’s staff when needed.
Friday docket notes show Wesley Mirton with suspended 90 day jail term on 100 condition of one year good behavior. Couplas Davis of 1891 Lake Ave Elyria faces 150 days in jail suspended with two years good behavior plus 100 hours of community service.
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