Boxer Joey Maxim Dies in Florida at 79
Former world light heavyweight champion Giuseppe Antonio Berardinelli known as Joey Maxim died at a Veterans Administration hospital in West Palm Beach Florida at age 79. He had suffered a stroke and had moved to Florida to be with his daughters. Maxim won the 175 pound title in 1950 by stopping Freddie Mills in London and defeated Ray Robinson in 1952 before losing the title to Archie Moore later that year. He retired in 1958 with 82 wins 21 knockouts and was known for ring craft more than punching power. He later worked as a cab driver and Las Vegas hotel greeter before living in Euclid and being survived by his mother two daughters six grandchildren and siblings. Burial is planned in Florida with a Cleveland area memorial Mass to follow.
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Aunt Teak and Uncle Junque Yard Sale in Avon Lake
Citywide sale at Aunt Teak and Uncle Junque events runs June 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at various stores front yards and sidewalks with maps at participating shops. A rib and chicken barbecue will be at Heritage Square Town Gazebo June 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call Lois Shinko 937-5204 for details.
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The Myth of the Summer Break for Teachers
Dawn P. Neely reflects on the reality of teacher summers from McKinley Elementary in Elyria. She notes no extra pay and early preps for the next year while balancing district inservice, curriculum reform, and professional development.
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Lorain Library Celebrates Centenary With Community Events
Lorain Public Library marks 100 years with a June open house and author talks at the South Branch. Highlights include a lecture on the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald by Charles Millradt, a talk by Frank Jacinto on Lorain’s Hispanic community, and a wrap with Laura Taxel discussing Cleveland Ethnic Eats. The month features children’s storytelling and World Tales performances, plus music by Guy Mendilow and princess meet-and-greets at the International Festival.
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