Lorain County official’s credit card rental dispute unfolds
Lorain County Commissioner Michael Ross faced questions after a June 1998 use of a county card to rent a New York band van. The band kept the vehicle for three weeks, leaving a $2,262.07 bill which Ross paid directly to Lorain National Bank. Prosecutor Greg White found no criminal wrongdoing, noting uncertainty about whether it was a mistake. The episode raised questions about why details emerged only after a campaign opponent highlighted the charge.
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Lorain County
Michael Ross
New York
Ross
Lorain National Bank
Greg White
Burkhard
Michael Simone
Lorain
Mary Jo Vasi
Letters Advise Against Leaving Pets in Hot Cars
A Humane Society letter warns that parked cars heat quickly and can cause brain damage or death to dogs and cats. It urges leaving pets at home, or notifying staff if a pet is found, and suggests posting safety fliers. The second letter defends EPA policies, argues blame lies with consumers, and compares gas prices to past spills and robbery trends.
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The
Humane Society of the
United States
Animal Protection Organization
Humane Society
Humane Society of the United States
L St. NW
Washington, D.C
EPA
Merle Hunker
Environmental Protection Agency
Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
Letters to the Editor Guidelines at The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor and notes edits for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full address and telephone number. Mail to Editorial Page Editor Box 4010 Elyria 44036 or send by fax or email.
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Chronicle-Telegram
Chronicle- Telegram
Elyria
Ohio
Endangered Species Act needs reforms over private land rights
Joseph Perkins argues that the Endangered Species Act, now enforced despite its 1993 expiration, improperly prioritizes habitat protection over private property. He cites the arroyo toad case in California, notes conflicting Supreme Court rulings, and calls for compensation to landowners and a emphasis on major species and economic costs in listing decisions.
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Richard Nixon
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
California
San Diego
Monterey
Nixon
Fish and Wildlife Service
U.S. Supreme Court
Sweet Home
High Court
Congress
Fish and Wildlife
The real news about guns and Brady Law checks
Marie Cocco notes the Justice Department report that 204,000 people barred by Brady background checks were prevented from buying guns last year, part of a larger rise of 8.6 million Americans seeking firearms. She examines statistical factors, crime trends, and the persistent vast private arsenal amid public concern.
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