06 Feb 1999
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1999
Page
1
General manager John Hart of the Indians adopts the Maytag Man nickname to describe his approach to Wil Cordero. In business news, Creekside Brewhouse opens on Detroit Road with Crawfish Ale, its own beer brand.
State Rep. John Bender announced he will not run against Mayor Michael Keys in the Elyria Democratic primary. Bender cited his duties as ranking Democrat on the House Education Committee and a new Joint Ethics Committee appointment as factors. He has served in the House since 1993 and will term out in 2000 after six years on City Council. Keys welcomed the decision, calling a primary costly and potentially divisive. Lorain County Democratic chair Thomas Smith also welcomed two prominent Democrats avoiding a primary clash.
Derrick English, 37, of Lorain, was convicted Jan. 20 after pleading guilty to drug trafficking and related charges. His bond was reduced then raised again due to concerns about his willingness to appear at sentencing and cooperate with background checks. Attorneys sparred over a claimed leniency deal, with prosecutor Rosenbaum denying any such agreement. The judge permitting further testimony, English testified that Lt. Rohner urged him to buy drugs while free on bond.
The Chronicle profiles Oberlin figures Langston Primus and Adams, tracing historic black leadership from John Mercer Langston to early civil rights activists. The series highlights Oberlin residents who overcame racism to pursue education, law, and public service, shaping community progress.
Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson was sentenced to a year in jail for assaulting two motorists after a traffic accident in Rockville Maryland. The judge called the case a tragic example of road rage and noted a potential parole violation in Indiana could bring another sentence. Tyson received a two year sentence with one year suspended, a $5000 fine, and two years probation after release. His wife Monica cried as he was taken away in handcuffs.
Washington AP reports Monica Lewinsky told House prosecutors her role in a false affidavit denying a relationship with President Clinton. The testimony clip is set for Saturday as impeachment trial coverage continues amid talks to open final deliberations. Senate Republicans back open deliberations, needing two-thirds to alter closed debate rules, with King Hussein’s illness potentially delaying votes.
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