James Forten Abolitionist and Patriot Remembered
James Forten, born 1766 in Philadelphia, rose from a prisoner of war to a wealthy sailmaker and prominent abolitionist. He refused British offers of education abroad, supported William Lloyd Garrison, and opposed sending free Black people to Africa. He died in 1842.
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Don Millers Scene on Town Obituary Record Reflections
A column reflecting on obituary records in The Elyria Chronicle Telegram. The narrator recalls updating a personal Death Record, noting changes in family, address, and life events since 1955, and considers how such biographies influence final news stories.
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Computers aid law enforcement but face serious glitches
LEADS provides instant teletype information on licenses registrations stolen cars and suspects to Lorain County agencies but the system is only about 80 to 90 percent operational leading to delays and errors. Officials note breakdowns mis punched cards and teletype faults and expect full operation by Oct 15 with improvements like electronic scanners next year.
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Mercury Pollution Threat Across 33 States
The mercury contamination scare expands as 33 states may halt mercury into ecosystems. Canada bans Lake St Clair fish sales after Dow Chemical discharges 200 pounds daily. Mercury affects brain and organs and has caused blindness in a New Mexico case. States impose fish and game restrictions while federal limits remain low.
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Cleveland water faces mercury pesticide tests and new reservoir plan
Rep Charles A Vanik announced federal testing of Cleveland water for mercury pesticides and radioactivity. He noted Surgeon General Dr Jesse Steinfeld supports safety surveys and endorsed a Grand River Reservoir concept supplying nearly 2 million acre feet.
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