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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1988
Page
1
In Public Square Cleveland 8000 people gathered despite 86 degree heat to hear Michael Dukakis speak. He praised Greek heritage to connect with local voters and urged a strong grassroots drive while reiterating jobs education and drug crime policy. The event featured Neil Diamond’s Coming to America as he arrived.
A downtown Elyria fire at 401 Second Street gutted a ground floor apartment and damaged others in a three story building. About 20 residents evacuated as flames spread upward and smoke damaged several rooms. The blaze was ruled caused by a faulty air conditioner and was under control by 8 a.m. Damage totaled around $75,000.
Elyria woman Jana Gregg 28 was pinned in her car and in serious condition at Elyria Memorial Hospital after a near head on collision with a van driven by Samuel Vidal 46 on East Bridge Street near East River Street. Four others were injured including Gregg's daughter Danielle 6 and Yolanda Vidal 15.
A local Berea garden and outdoor retailer navigates a challenging year with shifts in demand and competing suppliers. Community support and product diversification are noted as key factors for recovery.
A brief arts item notes a second Encore appearance featuring The Russians at Oberlin, detailing performance plans and venue notes. The report emphasizes the act's return engagement and local reception, situating Oberlin as host for the music program.
Lorain County Family Court ruled 17 year old Thomas Strnisha, a Marion L. Steele High School student, will remain in juvenile court. Judge Henry T. Webber Jr said trying him as an adult would be a miscarriage of justice.
Two other passengers in Grogg s car were treated for minor injuries at Elyria Memorial. They were Jame Starr 10 and Ronald Hood 5 both of 217 Cleveland St. Vidal was charged with reckless operation. Grogg was charged with having an expired driver s license.
The ad invites car owners to bring their vehicle for a free photo session this Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. The event is highlighted in an advertisement on B-$ today with details.
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