Ohio Chinese rally to decry massacre in Beijing
Chinese students and others held rallies in four Ohio cities to protest the massacre of their countrymen by soldiers who broke up the peaceful occupation of Beijing's Tiananmen Square. Protesters expressed shock at the killing of at least 500 protesters as troops stormed the square. Some called for revenge against officials who ordered the assault. More protests were planned in Ohio. Late Sunday there were reports that troops again opened fire in Beijing.
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OC professor not surprised by Chinese government action
Marc Blecher, a China scholar at Oberlin, said Beijing's military reaction was not surprising. About 2,000 rallied at Ohio State University, chanting for revenge against China’s Communist leaders. Protests also occurred at a Cleveland Chinese goods exhibition and around campuses in Athens, Cincinnati, and Toledo referencing Deng Xiaoping and calls for peace or revenge.
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C T Chronicle Telegram earns AP general excellence honor
The Chronicle Telegram in Cincinnati earned an honorable mention for general excellence from the Associated Press Society of Ohio at its annual awards. The APSO recognized 69 member papers. division winners included News Herald Port Clinton News Messenger Fremont and News Journal Mansfield.
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Gasoline linked to fatal Lorain fire
Lorain investigators say gasoline probably started Friday night blaze that killed Harold Fleming 45 and Connie Perez 19 at 637 Washington Ave. Fire sped through their second floor bedroom, autopsy pending, while police planned full report Tuesday and continued interviews and fingerprinting at the scene. Friends note the couple had recently married.
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Connie Perez
Washington Ave
Robert Edwards
Edwards
Heriplex
Amherst Steele Class of 1989 urged to apply knowledge wisely
Amherst The 289 graduates of Marion L. Steele High School Class of 1989 heard messages on future success and personal impact. Class President Jennifer Gammons spoke of happiness over wealth, while valedictorian Kathy Andrijovych urged pursuit of dreams now. Superintendent Dulmage dedicated a weight training facility to Dr. Walter Wagner, honored by his son Thomas.
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Marion L. Steele High School
Chad Moss
Lorain County Joint Vocational School
Howard Dulmage
Corn crop near critical planting stage due to rain delays
Agriculture expert Bill Bayliss of the Agriculture Stabilization Conservation County Committee cites an informal farmer poll showing only about 15 percent of the corn crop planted this year due to persistent rainfall. He warns that conditions are becoming critical as delays continue.
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Agriculture-Stabilization-Conservation County Committee
Wet June dampens prospects for area farmers
A North Ridgeville weather observer notes a soggy start to June with frequent rainfall pushing May totals to 7.99 inches and June already accumulating inches toward the average. Farmers face delayed planting, potential yield reductions, and questions about federal aid as rain shifts from drought last year to a deluge this year.
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North Ridgeville
Ray Diederich
LCCC health careers area gets boost from state
Lorain County Community College will remodel its Science and Technology Building with 584460 dollars from the State Controlling Board to expand health careers programs. The upgrade aims to raise enrollment from 262 to 316, expanding nursing and licensed practical nurse training and adding modern labs, classrooms, and facilities. The project also moves the crime lab to a larger basement area and updates infrastructure, with completion set for early fall before classes resume.
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Lorain County Community Colleges Science and Technology
Pauline Latkovic
Robert Schloss
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Lorain County Crime Lab
Latkovie
Parks and Recreation Tennis Programs Open for Signups
Elyria parks department invites registrations for summer youth and adult tennis programs at Hilltop Park office. Sign up weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 30 p.m. at 1231 Gulf Road. Fees 10 dollars for youths 15 dollars for adults. Contact 365 7101 for more information.
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