Lorain's Elio Jacobozzi Reflects On Eight Stormy Years
In Lorain eight years under Mayor Joseph Zahorec, the administration expanded federal and state funding but faced constant controversy. Service Director and campaign manager Elio Jacobozzi, a powerful but divisive figure, dodged FBI probes while steering Zahorec through two victorious campaigns. He recalls crises, political battles, and the oddity of victory in politics. He cites his brusque style as a point of contention among council members and residents. The piece notes Jacobozzi’s rise with Zahorec and hints at lingering questions about his role in the mayor's defeat.
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Lorain
Joseph Zahorec
Zahoree
Jacobozzi
Shore Drive
FBI
Zahorec
Woodrow Mathna
Lorain County Community College
Antlers
Billy Rowland
Council
Rowland
Antlers Hotel
Sheir
Smith resigns as United Way director in Lorain County
United Way of Greater Lorain County chief executive Daniel Smith abruptly resigned at a board meeting leaving Joe Shtulman as acting director. Board president Robert Bowman hinted Smith sought a warmer climate as speculation swirled about the reasons and future plans.
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United Way
Greater
Lorain County
Smith
Board of Directors
Joe Shtulman
Bowman
Corpus Christi
Texas
Party Lines and City Hall Shakeups in Elyria
Bruce Verny reports on Elyria City Hall changes as Bowman's administration sees staff transition. Bowman's secretary Jane M. Barlow will become personal secretary to Cuyahoga County Engineer Ron Stackhouse in January. A Christmas party row involves Council President Richard Seward over ill suited comments. A civil service employee faces new city hall posting amid the turmoil. State lawmakers propose raising municipal purchase ceilings and allow non-certified staff in activities with certification priority. They also weigh denying state aid to Ohio colleges with Iranian students.
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Elyria City Hall
Marguerite E. Bowman
Bowman
Safety Service
Richard Bergman
Ridge Tool pays $1.35 million in 40th annual Christmas bonuses
Ridge Tool Co. with 1,508 employees distributed nearly $1,350,000 in Christmas bonus checks, marking the 40th year of the practice. Including wages, about $2.5 million was paid during the holiday season, raising the total to more than $14.3 million. Emerson Electric Co. subsidiary Ridge plans unprecedented expansion of manufacturing and distribution worldwide in the 1980s.
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Ridge Tool Co
Ridge Tool
Karl G. Keck, Jr
Carl L. Mickovich
Ridge
Emerson Electric Co
St. Louis
Dave Zapotoskey
Wedding Day Delivers Misfortune for Lorain Couple
Cindy Marsee's second marriage in Elyria was marred by court trouble and theft. CB Marsee faced contempt of court for unpaid child support totaling $1,290, receiving a 10 day jail term and up to $500 fine. While he served, Cindy faced a robbery, lost belongings, and a failed car, leaving her and her children unsettled about Christmas plans and the honeymoon at home.
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Cindy Marsee
Charlie Jr
Marsee
West Ninth Street
Lorain County Domestic Relations Court
Lorain
Ninth Street
Mrs. Marsee
Annette
Shane
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Beth Boyd
Chronicle-Telegram
Shtulman
United Way Agency
Robert Bowman
Agency
Bruce Verny
Richard Seward
Seward
City Hall
By-The
Civil Service
James Rhodes
General Assembly
Ohio
Elyria
Ninth St
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