26 Nov 1991
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1991
Page
1
The Philippines based Clark Air Base, among the oldest and largest U.S. bases, lowered the American flag for the last time on Monday as it prepared to close. The base had suffered heavy damage from the Mt. Pinatubo eruption last June.
Former hostage Thomas Sutherland grins at a press conference in Dallas Fort Worth as he arrives in the United States on Monday. He will spend Thanksgiving with his family in San Francisco today. The report notes other items across Cleveland Washington Amherst Lorain and related local interests.
Accent on Seniors by Pam Plas explores what not to give and overlooked ideas for senior citizens. Columbus news notes that the Ohio State board of trustees is expected to approve Coach John Cooper's contract extension, while Steve Tovar earns All Big Ten honors.
The forecast calls for a warmup with a low tonight around the 20s. Snow is likely Wednesday morning, changing to rain by the afternoon with a high near 40. Details continue on A-2.
Mayor Shari Kerner says Grafton is one of five possible locations for a 1200-bed state prison with a $25 million to $30 million construction tag. Gov. George Voinovich will name the final site within a month. Construction could start next spring and take 20 years. Kerner says the project would boost jobs and village revenue while officials weigh security levels and the number of facilities to build.
LMHA contracts sparked review after $223000 in awards for computers and office furniture went to non lowest bidders. Elyria’s Kristy Computers called politics at taxpayers expense while Data Directions of California and Babel’s Business Products received higher bids but were chosen for experience and comfort factors. LMHA officials cited federal bidding flexibility and that price is a factor but not the sole determinant.
National columnist William Raspberry told the Lorain County community action meeting that lasting change comes from helping people solve their own problems rather than extending handouts. He urged mentoring and job training to restore family and community, noting the current reliance on aid weakens self-help. The gathering honored four community leaders with top awards.
A private investigator told Elyria Township trustees that Fire Chief James Kerstetter was an ineffective leader who directed traffic at emergencies rather than aiding firefighters. The attorney for Kerstetter questioned the investigation methods and witnesses as charges against the chief include failing to lead at scenes and restricting radio use.
Steve Fogarty reports Lorain County poverty has climbed 53.7 percent over 11 years, second-fastest among Ohio’s 10 largest counties, with 133 percent below the federal poverty line now about 36,000 residents. Growth concentrated in Lorain and Elyria as eastern areas expand.
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