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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1976
Page
5
Lorain County Fair in Wellington featured Gov James Rhodes winning stuffed animals for children during opening day. He hit a softball into a milk can and scored baskets as crowds cheered. Observers noted his amiable interaction with kids and his impromptu prize giveaways.
Vic Harris at 19 leads grandstand ticket sales for the Lorain County Fair. Wellington High School graduate and Ohio State sophomore Harris worked long hours, starting at 9 a.m. and staying past 2:30 a.m. He entered cookies as a mint party exhibit, earning a white ribbon. Harris also wrestles for OSU.
In North Ridgeville a 26 year old woman Christine Ramgren was found dead in a backyard pool. She had been living with her father Lucius Hoffa and was pronounced dead on arrival at Elyria Memorial Hospital. Neighbors and a 15 year old helped perform mouth to mouth resuscitation but failed to revive her. An autopsy is pending further tests.
Avon city council moved an additional 1.5 mill levy to the November ballot to fund patrol salaries, hire two more officers, and buy equipment. The plan would run three years, raise about $42,000, and allow breathalyzer and LEADS machine purchases, two new cars per year, and one promotion to sergeant.
Elyria veterans Bob Scott and He Knowles recount chaotic gate moments at the county fair. Twitty arrived without a pass and was sent to the grandstand. Civic figures, volunteers, and drivers tried stunts to gain entry, while young kids amused gate staff with stamped hands and playful tricks.
Six Avon patrolmen lost a bid for a Mandamus writ to force continuation of a 40 hour week. The suit named Mayor Donald Hubbard Safety Director Charles Busser and Police Chief Robert Gilles. Judge Mikus noted funding limits and urged funds or voter action to address cost constraints.
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