Europe’s Soviet loans spark Western worry and debate
Western Europe rush to lend to the Soviet Union alarms Congress and the public. The Economist notes a 14 percent Soviet budget deficit, far larger than the US at 3 percent. Banks from several countries offer over 7 billion for projects, while Tokyo remains cautious due to Japan’s strained relations over the Kuril Islands. Senator Bradley warns the loans risk delaying hard choices between guns and butter.
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Campaign aides use taxpayer funds for campaigns and loopholes
Public-paid campaigners in Washington and Massachusetts officials have taken unpaid leaves or remained on payroll while aiding campaigns for Bush and Dukakis. Hatch Act holes allow executive-budget staff to campaign, with Fuller's White House role cited as legal. Critics warn of blurred lines and taxpayer-funded influence on elections.
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Late hit politics and social security debate in Ohio clash
In a letter column, Anthony J. DePaola of Amherst rebuts a political circular funded by Ohio Federal Achievement ‘88 criticizing liberal support for Social Security and credits aging advocates with saving the program. He argues the 1983 plan emerged from the 1981 White House Conference on Aging and challenges the GOP’s attribution. A second letter from Bob Thomas of Oberlin accuses Amherst council of tax overreach, highlighting state funding for streets, rising local taxes, and urging voters to oppose tax hikes while calling for fiscal restraint.
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Plays no favorites Greg White for Lorain County Prosecutor
A reader from Russia Township recalls Greg White’s outsider stance and unbiased service as prosecutor. The letter praises White for improving Lorain County Children Services and refusing to shield the “Good Old Boys.” The writer urges reelecting White.
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Oderiin
Deadline for Letters to the Editor in Elyria
The Chronicle-Telegram notes letters to the editor on Tuesday's election are closed. The last day CT will publish letters about this election is Sunday. Letters must include a handwritten signature, home address, and telephone number and be mailed to Editorial Page Editor, Chronicle Telegram, Box 4010, Elyria 44036.
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Chronicle Telegram
Elyria
Judge Henry Webber Is Best Qualified For Lorain County Seat
Attorney Gary C. Bennett urges voters to back Judge Henry T. Webber in the Lorain County domestic relations race. He notes Webber oversees the busiest Ohio docket and leads Juvenile Court, Detention Home, Divorce Investigation, Visitation Mediation, and two group homes while condemning on the job training by opponent Zieba.
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Lorain County
Henry T. Webber
Zieba
Webber
Ohio
Gary C. Bennett
Elyria
Preservation vote urged for farmland in Florence Township
Paul Enott Jr urges a Yes on Issue 11 arguing it protects farm land and rural living, reflecting long family ties to the land and concern over zoning changes.
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Paul
Bud” Enott JR
Florence Township
Shelly Dupee slaying criticized by reader Marla Sent
A Wellington reader denounces sensational reporting on the Shelly Dupee murder, insisting the paper should stick to facts and pursue justice without slander or commentary on personal relationships. The letter calls for responsible journalism and condemns sensational headlines.
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Shelly
Marla
Wellington
Judge Webber praised by grateful mother and townsfolk
A letter praises Judge Webber as tough and fair for overseeing Stepping Stone treatment aiding a son of a contributor who improved academically. The piece also defends Greg White, county prosecutor, recounting his kindness and fair pricing in handling estate matters for Mary Ellen Flowers, noting her Democratic shift and respect for his work.
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Judge Webber
Kaminski
Faria
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