UAW eyes Ford as strike target for fall talks
Detroit report says local UAW leaders favor Ford Motor Co. for pattern bargaining as contracts with GM and Ford near expiration. Analysts warn GM changes could shift pressure, possibly targeting both automakers for different issues. Ford earnings 1986 surpassed GM by 350 million.
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Americans largely steady financially in AP poll
A Media General AP poll of 1,402 adults found most Americans report finances similar to a year ago, with 30 percent improved and 16 percent worse. White collar workers fared better than blue collar, while regional oil areas reported weaker business conditions.
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Navy delays blimp builder decision amid $200 million bid
The Navy again postpones choosing the contractor for a $200 million prototype surveillance blimp. Loral Systems competes with a Westinghouse Airship Industries joint venture, with decision pushed back as the project could lead to a fleet of up to 50 airships worth about $2.5 billion after testing.
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Firemen's Fund opens Lorain County office at Midway Mall
Firemen's Fund Mortgage Corp opens its first Lorain County location at 385 Midway Blvd in Elyria offering Veterans Administration Federal Housing Administration and conventional loans. The national lender based in Farmington Hills Michigan operates 34 offices nationwide. Elyria College to host resume workshops April 6 and 13 with Leonard Straad guiding guidance testing and evaluation staff.
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Farmington Hills
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Firemen’s Fund
Elyria
Lorain County Community College
Leonard Straad
Elyria City
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