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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1975
Page
1
In 1974 the sewer and water construction category rose 22 percent from the prior year, the largest gain among nonbuilding sectors. December nonresidential building contracts totaled 2.5 billion dollars, up 12 percent year over year, with all December gains seen in institutional projects like schools and hospitals.
President Ford asks Congress for a record peacetime deficit of about 52 billion for 1976 while opposing groups warn of cuts and tax changes. The plan includes a 17 billion program reduction tied to a 16 billion tax cut and fuel price increases, with critics arguing the package hurts the needy and the elderly. The budget also signals large Pentagon spending and a challenging economy with rising unemployment and inflation.
Punxsutawney Phil peeked out on a cloudy morning in Punxsutawney to see no shadow and forecast an early end to winter. Groundhog Club President Light noted the moment, urging readers to prepare for spring as Phil’s annual forecast hints at milder weather ahead.
Elyria postmaster Michael A. Lotko Jr. describes vandalism and junk deposits in 160 mail collection boxes. Residents toss snow, matches, wallets, bottles, wrappers, shoes, and garbage, while postal inspectors struggle to curb the act. Violations can bring up to $1000 fine or three years in prison.
Shelbyville Indiana report of 19 year old Sandy Allen 7 foot 5 dating Dan Gerber 7 foot 2. Gerber drove 211 miles from Flora to Indianapolis after reading a newspaper item. They say a date between people over seven feet tall is possible and may meet again if travel can be managed. The tab topped $100 after a lavish Indianapolis dinner with detailed menu notes.
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