Lorain plans annexation of six thousand three hundred ten acres
Lorain proposes to add nearly half its current size by annexing three large blocks and creating an island within Sheffield Township. The plan would strip Sheffield, take portions from Elyria and Amherst Townships, and move a major highway intersection into Lorain. A legal challenge over voter approval in Elyria Township may block the plan before a vote.
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Elyria Township
Amherst Township
Brownhelm Township
Sheffield Township
Lorain
Elyria
J. C William Tattersall
Elyria City
Ship
Tattersall
Woodrow W. Mathna
Sheffield Village
GOP battles for 75th District in Lorain County race
The newly created 75th Ohio House District draws nine Republican filings before the May primary, with Elyria and southern Lorain County included. Incumbents De Chant and Brown must face each other amid GOP pressure after reapportionment. major contenders include Don Bartoto and Thomas E Wolfe, while U. S. Rep. Mosher and others seek seats or party posts.
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Lorain County
Martin Sweeney
Avon Lake
U 8
Robert E Sweeney
Don Bartoto
RD 1
Oberin
Thomas E Wolfe
Medina
Edgar W Millard
Lo‘ram
U. S
Charles A. Mosher
Jeresmo J. Keron
Lo'rain
James P Horn
Elyna
Robert K. Wilson
Frank J Janik
Carl Essex
Bartoto
Bendix - Westinghouse Automotive Air Brake Co
Oberlin
Elyria
Lorain
Cleveland urged as pollution star in Lake Erie plan
CLEVELAND UPI The director of a federal study to control pollution of Lake Erie urged Wednesday that Cleveland be designated a demonstration area for pollution cleanup. Charles W. Northington said signs of pollution in Lake Erie demand fast action to turn the tide.
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Kremlin calls for nuclear truce amid strategy shift
Moscow signals new approach on disarmament and Vietnam policy. Kosygin urges a treaty to close nuclear loopholes and halt arms spread while backing limits on underground tests. The move aligns with allied plans for a nuclear sharing framework with Bonn, avoiding direct US naming while condemning imperialist aggression in Viet Nam.
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GOP voters left with no choice on May ballot
In Columbus the May primary for Republicans has no candidate on the ticket after Secretary of State Ted W. Brown disqualified William L. White of Mt. Vernon as a gubernatorial opponent to Gov. James A. Rhodes for insufficient valid signatures on his nominating petition. Democratic voters face multiple state office choices.
Weather flurries and clearing with light snow
Flurries move through early afternoon with partial clearing later. Highs reach 27 to 32 degrees. Fair tonight, then increasing clouds Friday with a little light snow and cooler evening.
UN Security Council kicks off Viet Nam talks in private session
At the United Nations in New York the Security Council began private discussions to resume the Geneva conference and end the Viet Nam war. The United States scored a tactical win when Jordan's ballot moved the issue to the agenda with nine affirmative votes. Russia and Bulgaria opposed, France Mali Nigeria and Uganda abstained. Ambassador Matsui urged informal talks to plan the debate, which Western diplomats expect could take 10 to 15 days before a public session.
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Pfaudler Talks Set With Union After Brief Strike
Negotiating teams for Ritter Pfaudler Corp and Local 1161 United Auto Workers meet with federal mediator Kenneth Evang at 9 a.m. tomorrow in the Americana Inn. On the 14th day of the strike, a second demonstration showed unity as three other UAW locals joined. Local 1161 President Owen Carmen hopes for progress.
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Ritter Pfaudler Corp
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Americana Inn
UAW
Owen Carmen
GI’s 2nd hitch boosts Monmouth veteran’s plan
Sgt. Harlan F. Cunningham, based at Monmouth NJ, will use a $9,558 re-enlistment bonus to buy a new house as he signs up for a second hitch. The soldier’s decision reflects wartime incentive programs aiding veterans in securing home ownership near the base.
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Obscure Woodpile items spark local chamber concerns
Residents of Oberlin Firelands Retirement Center are cited for wisdom useful to community efforts. Lorain Chamber of Commerce members hear about forming an active Community Development Committee urged by state officials, with details on page 18 for Oberlin and page 19 for related developments.
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Lorain Chamber of Commerce
Elyria Councilmen Clash Over Lorain Annexation Plans
Elyria city council members harshly criticized Lorain’s announced plan to annex land in Elyria Township south of Route 254. Eight of nineteen returned survey replies showing heated reaction. Councilors warned annexation could strain county airport, port authority ties and future regional growth while urging discussion to protect local services and interests.
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Chronicle - Telegram
Lorain County
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Elyria
Richard P. Seward
D-1
Malcolm D. McDonald
Lorain Annexation Plan Set for May Ballot
Lorain council plans to put annexation proposals to a May vote as Mayor Mathna defends the plan amid Elyria officials criticism. Elyria Mayor Reichlin vows to fight the effort and a council meeting was canceled due to a technical error in the ordinance.
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Woodrow W. Mathna
Elyria
Leonard P. Reichlin
Mathna
Reichlin
Sheffield official opposes Lorain annexation plan
Sheffield council president Dunnigan rejects Lorain’s bid to annex almost half of Sheffield’s 6976 acres along Rt 301 and the railroad, arguing only developers stand to gain. Lorain claims growth and industrial areas would boost the city, while Sheffield residents fear loss of autonomy and expect a likely defeat if voted.
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