23 Jul 1978
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1978
Page
1
Assistant Metro Editor Mikie Sherman reports on how school sex education is taught amid community sensitivity and parental concerns. Elyria and Lorain school systems expanded curriculums, starting in elementary grades with age appropriate films and discussions while allowing opt outs.
About 600 inmates rioted at Pontiac State Penitentiary injuring three guards and killing three. Tear gas drove rioters from north cellhouse to the yard where they were contained by police, troopers, and guards as fires engulfed portions of the prison.
Washington reports show Peter Bourne left the Carter White House after a naming alias prescription incident. Columnists and editors cite marijuana and cocaine use among aides and junior staff, with some confirming private use and others denying impairment or White House use.
Weather report notes humid and hazy conditions Sunday with scattered showers and thundershowers and possible isolated storms tonight. Highs near 85, Sunday night showers with lows mid 60s, then cooler Monday around 80. Rain chances 50 percent Sunday and 40 percent Sunday night. Sunrise 6 12 am Sunset 8 54 pm.
Steam enthusiasts gather in eastern Ohio for an annual Whistle Blow event drawing attendees like Bruce Timblin from far away. The Sunday Scene features a story and photos of the occasion, capturing the revival of the past with large double whistles and renewed interest in historic sound.
Columbus police killed 55 year old Jack Drummond of Long Island after he drew a gun and was stopped. A shopping bag held hold up notes two guns and a library card terminal locker key. Police found what appeared to be the opening chapter of a book titled Bank Robber and records of two crime novels under the name George Redder. Drummond listed Columbus airport facilities and brisk economy as reasons for using the city.
North Ridgeville weather observer Ray Diederich notes Saturday tied a 95 degree high first set in 1955 and predicts a small drop today but possible showers tonight. A cooler front moves through later this week, hospitals report no heat cases, and police/fire say no incidents. Stay indoors with AC on.
Deadline for ticket reservations is near with 400 plus signups for the ninth annual C T Night at Blossom Center. The event starts 8 30 p m Monday July 31 with bus options from Midway Mall Higbee parking and front row seats at 7 each.
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