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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1978
Page
1
Republicans face mixed signals as Florida moves to curb casinos smokers and gay rights activists debate California style limits. A tax revolt storyline unfolds with uneven outcomes across states as lawmakers weigh public acceptance and business impact.
Lorain Democrat Ronald Nabakowski defeated Elyria Republican Scribner Fauver by 7,196 votes for a first full term as 13th District State Senator. Unofficial tallies: Nabakowski 44,692. Fauver 37,496 across Lorain Erie and Huron counties. Fauver will vacate the 54th House district seat for John V. Bara.
Ridgeville voters again vetoed a $13 million high school bond issue, 3,193 against to 1,343 in favor, amid overcrowding concerns. Superintendent Beitler blamed the size of the bond, noting it would cost $157.50 yearly for a $50,000 home, and officials may reconsider whether to resubmit.
Avon rejects a 3 mill police levy while Avon Lake voters approve a school issue. Bara wins the 54th District seat. Bay library issue passes. Berea rejects the Cuyahoga Plan but Berea schools win renewal levy and water system renewal. Black River levy approval. Columbia Township funds rescue squad.
Tonight will be sunny and not as cold with lows in the low to mid 30s. Thursday will be sunny with highs near 60 and a near zero to 10 percent chance of precipitation. Sunrise today at 7 07 a m, sunset at 5 15 p m. Details on page B-6.
Former heavyweight boxing champion Gene Tunney died Tuesday night in Greenwich Connecticut after an extended illness. He defeated Jack Dempsey twice and was 81. Story on Page F-
Gov. James A. Rhodes secures a fourth four year term with 99 percent of precincts reporting and a margin of 48 476 votes over Democrat Lt. Gov. Richard F Celeste. Celeste concedes gracefully and vows not to quit, while Rhodes celebrates with running mate George Voinovich and state officials. Celeste remains hopeful about future political runs despite the loss.
State Sen Anthony Celebrezze Jr defeated Ted W Brown by about 10,000 votes in a bitter contest. The victory shifts control of the Apportionment Board and redraws legislative boundaries for the 1980s. Brown vows a recount citing a 0.38 percent margin.
Elyrian Robert J. Corts leads Lorain County Probate Judge race by 215 votes over incumbent John S. Kolena with 21 051 to 20 836. Independent Paul J. Mikus placed third, stealing votes from Kolena and sparking possible recounts as the unofficial total shows 62 065 ballots.
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