Auto insurance premiums rise sharply in Lorain and Cleveland
The Ohio Insurance Institute reports Lorain County adults pay an average 448 for auto insurance in 1982 up from 257 in 1977, a 75 percent rise, while Cleveland premiums climb from 405 to 716, about 77 percent. Smaller county areas rise 54 percent to 401. High accident and theft rates drive Cleveland’s costs.
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Auto theft and accident rates rise across Ohio cities
The report shows Cleveland surpassing 15,000 stolen vehicles in 1981, a 6.3 percent rise, with hospital costs the highest in the state. Elyria and Lorain show varied trends, Lorain declines in thefts while Elyria rises. metro areas average auto premiums climb 52.2 percent to 484. Cleveland leads in car thefts though rate growth slows, Lakewood thefts up 24.4 percent.
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Young Joie Chitwood carts daring stunts in family thrill show
Wellington reports 13 year old Joie Chitwood ITI travels with the Jose Chitwood Auto Thrill Show performing a 180 degree spin in a Chevrolet Chevette. He began at age five, witnessed a serious accident, and hopes to move up to the more dangerous hell driving as Joie Chitwood Jr. now handles the toughest stunts while Joie Chitwood Sr. built the show starting in 1942.
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Fighting near Beirut as Palestinian fighters depart for Yemen
Battles reported east of Beirut with machine guns and artillery as a fourth group of Palestinian guerrillas leaves the city aboard a ship bound for North and South Yemen. Israel denies fighting with Syria while warning it will strike if attacked. Lebanese sources cite clashes near the Beirut Damascus highway amid evacuation plans.
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Hay fever season brings pollen counts and tips
The Chronicle Telegram and Elyria Health Department will publish daily pollen counts for the previous 24 hours starting Wednesday. Health Commissioner Ernest Bartha notes counts help predict hay fever misery. hot dry weather increases pollen spread.
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Cuyahoga County
Inflation rate slows to 7.3 percent in July
UPI reports the July consumer price index rose 0.6 percent, slowing annual inflation to 7.3 percent after two months of double digit gains. Housing fuel and medical care led increases while food and beverages held steady.
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