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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1983
Page
1
Area stores report surging demand for fans and air conditioners as heat soars. Harmon Appliance in Lorain notes air conditioning sales up 300 percent over two years. Elyria City and J C Penney at Midway Mall also see strong fan sales in recent days as hot conditions persist.
A twin engine cargo plane veered off the runway at Tri City Regional Airport injuring no one and burning in a crash. Officials evacuated nearby homes as 1,000 pounds of radioactive material remained intact and no leak was detected. NTSB and Oak Ridge National Laboratory assess containment and safety.
Frank G. Spisak Jr. was found guilty on multiple counts for the Cleveland State University killings and attempted murder. The six jurors will consider aggravating versus mitigating factors as the defense seeks to spare him from execution.
Thirteen of 20 inmates in the northwest block refused food since Friday, joining a hunger strike sparked by layoffs that left corrections staff short. Sheriff Mertz seeks state inspection. County Administrator Dellisanti tackles funding to rehire deputies while investigating possible agitator roles. No injuries reported as officers restored order after pipes were stuffed to flood corridors.
The forecast calls for hazy hot and humid conditions with a high near 90 to 95 and a 20 percent rain chance. Tonight remains partly cloudy with a low 65 to 70 and another 16 percent rain risk. Sunday expects similar heat with a high around 90 and a 30 percent rain chance. details are on Page 3-A. A local event shows sun filled crowds gathering as plans for a cookout move forward near the town.
Elyria CT invites readers to share local firsts and longest traditions for a special Sesquicentennial edition. Submit names, dates, places, and brief facts to Debbie Courtright by July 23 for possible inclusion and a certificate of appreciation.
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