President’s Greatest Hits turns politics into novelty music
BMG Entertainment releases The President’s Greatest Hits a satirical collection linking Clinton era scandals to classic rock songs. Gary Newman of BMG Special Products defends the humor while noting no party detail given and no sales figures released. Federal campaign records show BMG employees donated about $11,000 to Democrats and $2,000 to Republicans over four years.
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Couple own Hollywood Sign seeks buyer for famed artifact
Bert and Ruth Manning of Bay Village own the Hollywood on the Hill sign. They acquired it in the 1960s after a complex chain of events and stored it in a southern California warehouse. They want to sell, hoping a buyer will preserve the piece of cinema history. The previous owner planned to cut it into small blocks for sale with a plaque.
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County dog pound lacking bathroom sink raises questions
Four dog wardens must walk to another room to wash hands as county facility lacks a bathroom sink. Commissioner Betty Blair says she was unaware and plans to push for a sink in a future pound expansion or new facility. Last summer a dog license fee rose from 8 to 10 dollars to fund expansion or replacement.
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J. Moraco
Stoneco Contract Ties Lorain To Controversial Plant
Lorain officials finalize a 15,200 use of taxpayer funds for asphalt materials from Stoneco Inc. amid ongoing battles over odor and health concerns. Residents and lawmakers press for closure of the Pearl Avenue plant while City Safety Service Director Koury is unavailable for comment.
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Sherrod Brown
Spitzer's Debuts Black New Beetle in Elyria
The first Volkswagen Beetle in Elyria arrives at Spitzer Auto World. A sales rep test drive impressed staff who later handed the car to Greg Lamp, a VW master mechanic, praising its 115 horsepower four-cylinder engine, air conditioning, heat, and a rust-resistant floor panel.
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Spitzer Auto World
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Judge rules Vermilion adult club may regulate performances
U.S. District Court Judge Kathleen O'Malley ruled that Vermilion can enforce most parts of its ordinance on adult cabarets at Fantasyland Lakeside. The ruling allows dancers to be required to cover nipples and genitals, prohibits in front of customers fondling, and mandates performances at least six feet from patrons. Co owner Bob Harris plans an appeal, potentially to the Supreme Court, while complying with the order.
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Bob Harris
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Cleveland school desegregation programs to end by 2000
U S District Chief Judge George White ruled Cleveland Municipal School District has done all it can to end segregation and will be freed from court-ordered programs by 2000. The decision frames the end of a 25 year racial discrimination case, with the state retaining control until transition hearings.
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Allied Signal Sells Major Phenol Plant in Pennsylvania
Allied Signal will sell North America's largest phenol plant to Sun Co., parent of Sun Refining, in Philadelphia. Officials said the deal will not affect Allied Signal's Bendix Heavy Vehicle Systems brake division in Elyria Ohio.
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Elyria
Elyria Police Move to New 18 West Ave Station
Elyria Police prepare to relocate about 300 feet north to the $10 million station at 18 West Ave. from 601 Broad St. Construction is complete and movers will start early Wednesday, moving dispatchers and records first, then activate the phone system at the new site.
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