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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1977
Page
1
A journalist recalls a discussion with child psychologist Dr. David Seifert on why back-to-school feelings vary. He notes children across ages show growing acceptance, though transitions to kindergarten, junior high, and high school can still spark anxiety and fear of the unknown.
Bob Elfers 41, former alcoholic and active father of five, starts at Fairport Harbor at 5 a.m. to swim 63 miles across Lake Erie to Port Stanley Ontario. A 12 member crew and mother ship Four Ds accompany him while officials monitor pace and nourishment. Fog delayed the start by two hours. winds 10 to 20 knots, waves two to three feet.
Cincinnati AP reports Glen Miller launches an adult education course titled The Art of Doing Nothing to teach relaxation amid tension. Classes start Sept 2 for eight weeks at $13, with no texts required and anonymous instructor. only six students needed to cover salary, but few enrollments have appeared.
Columbia Gas of Ohio announces an average $4.25 monthly rise starting Oct 1, driven by higher wholesale prices and short term purchases to restore storage. The 28 cent per 1,000 cu ft adjustment shifts costs to customers on a six month recovery basis, with PUCO review pending.
The first major storm of the season, Anita, strengthened to 95 mph with gale winds as it drifted westward toward the Texas coast. More than 30,000 offshore workers and residents fled inland from Louisiana and the upper Texas coast. The storm was about 350 miles southeast of Corpus Christi and expected to move toward South Texas by Labor Day weekend.
Weather outlook indicates 90s and humid conditions with a chance of thundershowers tonight and tomorrow. Highs near 91 to 93 tomorrow, 30 percent rain tonight, 50 percent tomorrow. Winds southerly 10 to 13 mph. Sunrise 6:32 a.m., sunset 8:02 p.m. Pollen counts Elyria 24 and Lorain 46. Details on Page B43.
Washington reports an independent study suggests men experience more physical violence than women in certain domestic disputes. Rep James Howard and colleagues plan a bill to fund emergency shelters and counseling with $60 million over three years.
Ford plans to roll out a larger Super Van at Lorain and Avon Lake plants late this year or early next year. The van will ride on a 159 inch wheel base about 21 inches longer than the Econoline and may be produced in Canada as well. The move aims to boost output while the Crasme Van and Club Wagon stay strong in the 1977 lineup.
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