05 Jan 1996
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1996
Page
1
Don Shula, the winningest NFL coach, confirms retirement after 26 seasons with the Miami Dolphins. His tenure included 347 victories and two Super Bowl titles, but 1972 and the current season were marred by dissension and erratic play that sullied the once flawless record.
House Republicans endorsed a rapid plan to reopen federal services after a 15 minute closed door session. Speaker Newt Gingrich rallied support, likened to a team approach, with key figures Lamar Smith and Tom DeLay noting shifting votes as White House officials awaited passage.
A shaped opinion column argues the state lottery serves as a financial bridge for public funding. It cites economic impact, public revenue, and policy considerations, urging cautious yet supportive expansion to support schools and services.
A 14 member delegation led by Mayor Michael White pitched keeping the Browns in Cleveland while owners pressed on rehab versus new stadium options. Saints owner Tom Benson signaled openness to a new build but warned he would not move the team, amid questions over overruns at new facilities and the city’s aging venues.
Elyria defendant Raymond Smith 56 urged jurors to doubt the judicial system and media during a 45 minute unsworn statement seeking leniency for the murder of Ronald Lally 30 in Cleveland. Prosecutors say Smith and accomplices beat shot and ran over Lally in a cemetery after Lally agreed to testify in a drug case.
Negotiations continue for the possible sale of Thomasson's Potato Chip Co, a six decade local business. Prospective buyer Jones Potato Chip Co of Mansfield, owned by Steve Jones, confirms talks since last summer with Thomasson's leadership and officials.
Ford continued to top sales with the Taurus and Pick Up as the best selling car and truck in America while Lorain County saw mixed results with Thunderbird and Cougar declines. Mercury Villager minivan produced at the Avon Lake Ohio Assembly plant remained strong amid overall varied Lorain County performance.
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