Griffith probe clears Elyria Police Chief pending decision
The investigation into Elyria Police Chief Rodger Griffith finds no criminal wrongdoing though a brief lapse in judgment is possible. Mayor Keys must decide on any discipline as unions and county prosecutors allege missed points, while investigator Edward Licht refutes Byam’s inconsistent testimony and notes the probe’s open questions. The Chronicle-Telegram urges healing and restraint.
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California Supreme Court allows bystander suit after tram accident
In Palm Springs, Ballinger and Didier, witnesses to a fatal tram crash, can sue 11 defendants including the tram operator, designers, and builders. The decision marks a shift permitting bystanders to claim emotional distress, aligning California with a growing trend in compensating nonrelatives in negligence cases.
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Dangerous intersection sparks calls for traffic light
Letter writers describe deadly crashes at Routes 511 18 intersection near Wellington urging installation of a traffic light. They cite speeds over 60 mph and detour signs causing visibility issues, plus impact on churches and school buses. Additional letters complain about government aid limits and high living costs, urging fair help for working families. Keystone Local Education Association members praise OAPSE staff during American Education Week.
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Chronicle Telegram welcomes letters to editor guidelines
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor with edits for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria 44036. For fax send to 329-7187 if you have a fax machine.
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Bush Lies and The War We Must Avoid
Reese, writing from the Orlando Sentinel, attacks President Bush over the Iraq crisis, accusing him of lies about Gulf troop deployment and warning that a ground war would cost American lives. The piece calls for impeachment if Bush pushes war without Congress and urges voters to reject deceptive leadership in 1992.
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U S eyes EMP strike plan to disable Iraqi electronics
A high altitude nuclear detonation is being studied to create an electromagnetic pulse that could disable Iraq’s communications and weapon systems without killing people. Experts warn EMP is blunt, unpredictable, and could set dangerous precedents while risking U S and allied electronics if not carefully targeted.
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