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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1974
Page
4
Stephen J. Pee Wee Stojic a noted Lorain sportsman from the 1920s died after collapsing during a Golden Agers Bowling League session at the American Slovak Home. A veteran shortstop for Nativity United Polish Club and other AAA teams he was a lifelong Lorain resident and active bowler.
Louise Muha, 67, of 4130 Russell St Sheffield Township, died recently. Friends call Emil Dovala Funeral Home Lorain Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., service Thursday 1:30 p.m. Ridge Hill Memorial Park burial. Vernon E., 7, of BE Broad St, survived by wife Mae. Visitation Laubenthal Funeral Home Elyria Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., service Thursday 2 p.m. Brookdale Cemetery burial.
In loving memory of our beloved father and grandfather Samuel W Slusher who passed away January 23 1973 Ra had a nature you could not help Owen and a heart purer than gold fed to those who knew him and loved His memory will never grow cold Children and Grandchildren
The Lorain County chapter of the American Red Cross announces two free water safety courses at Oberlin College's Crane Pool. A senior lifesaving course runs Feb 4 to 25 on Mondays and Thursdays 7 to 10 p.m., for ages 15 and up. A water safety instructor training course runs March 4 to May 2 on the same nights, for ages 17 and up with a current senior lifesaving certificate. Registration calls to 324-2929 Elyria or 245-6996 Lorain.
Firefighters battled a blaze that started in a bedroom and gutted several rooms of a two story Spencer house rented by Mr. and Mrs. Varlie Waggaman at 2228 Main Street. A three year old boy playing with matches left five occupants uninjured as flames spread from the south section about 9 15 a.m.
An indictment against William H. McCuller, a 39 year old Lorain home builder, charging larceny by trick was dismissed by Common Pleas Judge Paul J. Mikus at the prosecutor’s request. The case involved funds entrusted by Rosalio Magdalino, with Magdalino’s approval of the resolution.
About 150 workers at West Baking Co. went on strike over a proposed multi year contract. Union officials said they favor a one year deal with a 6 percent raise, while the company seeks 5 percent and a longer term. Ten pickets stood outside the plant as talks stalled. McDonald’s bakeries in Erie, Cincinnati and Chicago were poised to cover the demand for the region.
The Ray Skinner family of 12 lost their home on December 17 near Kipton to a two story fire and moved today into a six bedroom house at 218 Cleveland Street Elyria. They previously stayed at the Oberlin Motel then a three bedroom rental at 321 Lowell Street while plumbing repairs were done. Mrs Skinner says they moved to Elyria in a station wagon after losing everything and the family still needs many items including a twin bed and dressers. Children attend Ely Elementary Northwood Elyria High School and Lorain County Joint Vocational School. one daughter is married and has her own home. Skinner works as a trucker for ITT Wakefield Lighting Division.
Highway patrol logs report a three car collision at Baumbart and North Ridge Roads with minor injuries. A truck damaged a yard on Royalton Road with no injuries. Break in at Evelyn Dahl residence yields nothing missing. A purse theft of $5 plus items reported. Gas purchase unpaid at Reicher Sohia Station. Several additional vehicle crashes with no injuries and two fire calls found to be non threatening. A break in at Willie Cole residence noted Wednesday morning with nothing determined missing.
The Ohio Commission on Aging awards 8652 to Lorain County Red Cross to run SSI ALERT outreach locating eligible seniors. The program, funded by HEW, begins three month efforts with volunteers recruited by Benjamin Norton. SSI guarantees minimum monthly incomes of 140 for individuals and 210 for couples, with Social Security offices evaluating asset eligibility. Other Red Cross chapters receive funds for SSI ALERT programs in nearby counties.
A new Developmental Disabilities Citizens Committee will meet at 7 30 tonight at Murray Ridge Center to plan services for residents with mental retardation cerebral palsy or epilepsy. Representatives from state and district groups will attend along with local service groups and parents of disabled children. The panel acts as an advisory body to district and state councils and will not receive federal funds directly. A separate Resource Center for the Mentally Retarded and Developmentally Handicapped has already secured Lorain County board funding. its program plans followed a June 1973 needs survey.
Avon Lake council approves a two year 65 000 dollar yearly contract with Lorain Department of Health to provide services for Avon Lake residents starting February 1. The state board of health must approve, office space will be in Avon Lake, staff will be contingent on the contract. Lorain Health Administrator David Grubb notes staff will service Avon Lake as Lorain residents do.
Four motorists have been found guilty in Elyria Municipal Court of driving while intoxicated. Freddie Masters of 352 Ninth St pleaded no contest, fined 250 dollars and costs, and received a suspended three day jail term. His license is suspended six months with work and college driving allowed. Wiley Lowe of 127 Floral Ct pleaded guilty, fined 250 dollars and costs, and received a suspended three day jail sentence, plus completion of an DWI education program at Lorain County Community College. Burton E. Coil pleaded guilty, fined 300 dollars and costs, and sentenced to three days in jail. Eddie L Nolan listed with address not provided.
Elyria Utilities Committee discussed selling water to the Rural Lorain County Water Authority. Attorney George H. Ferguson said rural areas seek about 2 million gallons daily after a $6 million Farmers Home Administration grant-funded system. Each rural resident would pay a $100 tap-in plus ongoing bills, with estimated Elyria revenue about $216,000 yearly. Annexation issues for township lands were debated. The area covers 14 townships south of Elyria and the villages Rochester and Kipton. The matter was tabled to February 5 for further study by the water and engineering departments.
A building contractor calls to end government economic controls in the January OCA issue. Karl L. Rothermunder, OCA executive, says base period rules using 1972 are impractical and cites weather, labor, project size and locality as factors. He questions who will fund and build needed refineries and infrastructure.
Sheffield Lake councilman at large Edwin Mossa will resign effective Feb 1 due to increased business duties with Ohio Central Credit Union. He has chaired finance and revenue sharing. Edward Dial named temporary chair. Citizens may apply to fill the term set to end Dec 1975. Also actions include water mains deduction, biweekly pay for salaried staff, disaster relief talks, and Civil Service appointment.
The STAR reports multiple birth notices including a son for Audrey and AKERS at 908 Fairwood Blvd and a daughter for Clayton NELSON at 529 Walnut. other newborns listed involve SAMPLES, O HARA, MATLAK, BRYANT, PARKER, ALLEN, BAUGHMAN, METTIAS, and RILEY with provided addresses in Elyria, Vermilion, Sheffield Lake, and Wellington.
Lorain County Community College will offer a 10 session typing refresher on Monday evenings from 7 30 to 10 15 starting February 4. Instructor is Betty Ann Dina. The program aims to boost speed and proficiency and cover business forms and written communications. This is the only non credit typing refresher offered this year due to limited demand. For more information contact the Community Services Office.
Penfield Township trustees named Mrs. Donald Schmill as clerk for both zoning boards at 100 dollars yearly. Albert Prebis and Raymond Poling were appointed to the boards for two year terms. Jesse Kaszar and Justin Gordon were reappointed for five years. The boards meet tonight at 8. Lawrence Walker and Stanley Sooy were rehired at hourly wages. Mrs. Margaret Sprinkle injured in a three car crash near Wellington. she was a passenger.
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