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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1988
Page
1
Officials mull a western Ohio minority owned firm buying or leasing all or part of the Fisher-Guide plant slated to close by early July. The deal, if viable, could employ 800 to 1,000 workers initially, with production winding down in two weeks and a decision due in 60 to 90 days.
After a 1 million dollar public private commitment to revitalize Elyria's downtown the plan moves from drawings to concrete. The first phase adds planters red brick pavers and era lam posts on Broad Street while property owners fund the rest through taxes and storefront restorations. Ted Driscol supports the traffic turn to create 166 diagonal parking spaces hoping to spur retail recovery amid owner concerns over costs.
With a forecast of a 95 degree day officials in Avon North Ridgeville and Sheffield Lake imposed water bans and urged restraint as Rural Lorain County Water Authority reports supply problems. Violations carry fines up to 100 dollars or jail. Officials warn livestock protection and irrigation is advised later in the week.
A Lorain County mystery surrounds Alan McPhie a 41 year old Elyria Foundry executive found dead in Amherst on Oct 15 1987. Police and coroner deem homicide by asphyxiation from an unknown substance but lab tests have not identified the poison. Family friends and investigators pursue leads amid rumors of medical backgrounds and a possible suicide versus homicide.
Jailhouse poet faces execution after conviction in a high profile murder case. Prosecutors argued the defendant planned the crime, while defense cited mental health and lack of motive. Courts approved the sentence amid appeals filings and ongoing legal debates.
The article notes the Tribe snapping a losing streak while Isiah Thomas suffers an injury concern. Details are limited, but the focus centers on team rebound and a health issue affecting the veteran guard.
The forecast calls for clear skies tonight with low temperatures in the mid to upper 60s. Wednesday will be mostly sunny with a high near 90, and details are continued on Page A-3.
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