Projectile slams Bush limousine in D C
A projectile struck the roof of Vice President George Bush s armored limousine near the White House area. No injuries were reported. Secret Service and DC police investigated possible gunfire or debris while Bush remained calm and officials tightened security.
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Reagan
Shirley Green
Jack Warner
Warner
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L Streets
FBI
Lane Bonner
United States
Snow removal funds approved for next storm efforts
Lorain council granted up to 15000 to hire heavy equipment operators to clear snow after a council meeting plagued by complaints of inadequate snow removal. The move, sponsored by Woodrow Mathna, comes as six of thirteen city trucks were down and available vehicles fell from ten to five.
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Lorain
Robert Salkowitz
Woodrow Mathna
Salkowitz
Grafton mayors plea over Route 57 snow woes
Grafton Mayor Richard Smith asked the Ohio Department of Transportation to address severe ice and snow conditions on Route 57 between Route 82 and the village. Police report slow traffic and several ditch incidents as state plows were reportedly not clearing the stretch by mid Monday afternoon. Marilyn Riddle, Smith's secretary, says local officials feel forgotten while suspects of plows stopping at Elyria and Route 82.
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Lorain City
John W. Paine
Lorain County
Holiday Inn
Midway Mall
William Phillis
Pavic
Lorain Board
John V. Glorioso
Lorain Schools
Steve R. Zvosec
Joan D. Brumback
Bob Bailie
Grafton
Richard Smith
Ohio Department of Transportation
Smith
ODOT
Marilyn Riddle
Oberlin Prof Uses Beaver For Groundhog Day Forecasts
Oberlin College biology professor David Benzing tried to foretell weather by a beaver, luring it with frozen Brussels sprouts. the beaver stayed burrowed for a century mounted specimen, while Benzing predicted six more weeks of winter. Folklorist Phyllis Gorfain argued the superstition provides reassurance about spring, despite lack of science. Benzing’s own shadow forecast suggested winter to stretch to April Fool’s Day, echoing Punxsutawney Phil’s shadow outcome.
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Oberlin
Oberlin College
David Benzing
Benzing
Biology Department
Oberlin English
Phyllis Gorfain
Ole College
Present kids not to blame for atom bomb or ads
A wry observation notes that while today’s youth may be rough, they did not create the atom bomb, expressways, or television commercials, offering a humorous reminder of past generations.
Rate My Roads: Reader Snow-Removal Survey
Residents are invited to rate how their community and nearby towns clear snow this winter. Submit feedback today through Wednesday, with results printed Saturday to show which areas perform best and worst in road clearing and salting.
State of the City Keys outlines funding shortages
Mayor Michael Keys delivered the annual state of the city address before the council noting constant general fund revenues in 1981 but sharply rising service costs. He urged delivering more funds and manpower to sustain city services amid the ongoing financial strains.
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Michael Keys
Elyria
Keys
Elyria City
Junk food study highlights Elyria youth in class survey
An Elyria Catholic High School class survey spots a sugar craving culture among students led by sophomore John Adams. City officials discuss 1981 financial strains, manpower drops in street department from 32 to 17, and possible 1982 income tax and utility rate gains funding city improvements.
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Elyria Catholic High School
John Adams
Keys
Weather advisory hints unsettled winter night ahead
Incoming mis evening or tonight may bring snow or sleet with temps steady near 40. Rain likely Wednesday with highs in the low to mid 40s. Details on Page A-3.
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