Avon, Ave, North Ridgeville mull four-city district plan
A study group has drafted a tentative petition to form a French Creek District governed by a five member board. Each city will appoint trustees for staggered terms with salaries and local funding until federal aid or bonds fund operations. Final council and court approvals are required before implementation.
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Sheffield Village
North Ridgeville
Sheffield Lake
Sheffield Lake City
Ave
Robert Corts
Corts
Avon
Postmaster Mike Lotko and long serving clerk Ralph Yost feature in Elyria Chronicle readers’ letters
A reader’s column discusses community letters about Mike Lotko the Lorain postmaster and Ralph W Yost who retired after 30 years in the postal service. The exchange touches on coverage of Camp Grayling trips and state harbor issues, with readers debating newsroom obligations. The item notes Yost’s 30 years of service, including 24 years at Elyria and six at North Ridgeville Sub Station, and directs to page 18 for more.
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Mike Lotko
Mike
Camp Grayling
Michigan
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Lorain
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Buffalo
N.Y
Ralph W. Yost
Center Ridge Rd
North Ridgeville
Yost
Lorain Harbor Wall Showdown Among Officials
Lorain city engineer Mathna and Army engineers clash over a harbor project with the Corps favoring a cut and sloping bank while the city and B and O Railroad push for a steel retaining wall as an erosion barrier. The plan, tied to a $22.2 million federal investment, faces renewed study after Congress funded additional steel wall funds earlier this year.
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Woodrow W. Mathna
Charles Waryn
James Carman
Lorain
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Congress
Mathna
Ralph H Gallagher
Delay in U.S. airport aid blocks Lorain project funding
FAA officials say no federal money can be released for Lorain County Regional Airport until the Bureau of the Budget completes a 1967 appropriation study. Congress has allocated 71 million for airport construction, but President Johnson mandates a hold pending the review. The Rochester meeting of Lorain County trustees discussed linking Lorain County to Interstate 71.
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Federal Aviation Agency
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Washington
Chronicle- Telegram
Cole Morrow
Airports Services
Congress
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Morson
Rochester
County trustees seek study of I-71 linkup plan
Lorain County trustees press for regional study of the I-71 connection as part of a broader plan discussions. Officials note recent county revaluation issues and courthouse space constraints affecting regional planning efforts while urging broad attendance at an upcoming meeting. Local officials including Sheriff Vernon Smith and Sgt T E Rowan attended, reporting a quiet law enforcement scene.
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J. Mitock
Paul Court
Lorain County
Regional Planning Commission
Vernon Smith
Depall Township
T. E. Rowan
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Relief funds may finance birth control services
Ohio state officials issued guidance allowing birth control expenses for public welfare clients when prescribed by physicians, with Planned Parenthood and other clinics eligible for reimbursement. Local counties will decide payment coverage, while preliminary exams are not reimbursed. Welfare workers may inform clients about available services. federal funds support awareness and access programs.
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US Health, Education, and Welfare Department
State Department
W. J. Henry
High rail span plan still alive in Lorain
Lorain officials and the US Army Corps of Engineers revived a plan to modify the Norfolk and Western bridge over Black River and discussed a small boat harbor. Mayor Mathna said federal financing may be needed to cover a 20 foot clearance increase, with a harbor study by Adache and Associates under review.
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Yesteriday
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N.Y
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Charles Waryn
Lo Rain
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10Th Street
Corps
Adache and Associates
Cleveland
Adache
West Harbor
Lawson drivers end 1 day strike in Ohio
A one day wildcat strike by Teamsters Local 336 halted deliveries of milk ice cream and baked goods to 375 Lawson Milk Co stores in northeast Ohio. An agreement was reached Thursday night ending the walkout by 55 drivers at the main plant in Cuyahoga Falls. The stoppage caused about 350 people to miss a day of work.
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Akron
UPI
Teamsters Local 336
Lawson Milk Co
Ohio
Cuyahoga Falls
Elyria Arts Award opens art contest for bonds prize
Industry sponsors seek the “art of good living” as Elyria public and parochial school students compete in the Elyria Arts Award Program sponsored by American Standard Air Conditioning Division with local cooperation. Entries are due by December 6 and winners receive savings bonds at a January ceremony. the project ties industrial growth and clean air to the city’s image as a heating and air conditioning capital.
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American Standard Air Conditioning Division
Achosl
Americana Standard
Americana Inn
Henry
United States
Alr
Modenis
Jarwary
Bo Beery
W. d. Henry
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Public school heads lauded for fair bus law compliance
Rev Father Rob ert W Donohoe of Elynn District Catholic High School praised public school officials for excellent compliance with Ohio’s Fair Bus Law. He spoke at the EDCHS Women’s Guild and noted cooperation in transportation of eligible students, while acknowledging limited success expanding parent transportation. He also discussed Elyria High Stadium rental, band boosters income, and facility costs.
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Ohio
Robert W Donohoe
Elynn District
Donohoe
Women’s Guild of
EDCHS
Lorain County
Cleveland
Father Donohoe
Women’s Guild
Elyria High
Elyria Catholic
Meter Readers Lose Indoors Face New Outdoor Meters
Grafton board approves outdoor placement for all future water meters after reader complaints. Readings now require access to outdoor meters only. readers report crawling, moving junk, dog encounters, and entry refusals. A $15 cash fee or quarterly bill addition approved. $10 water tax remains. Twelve outdoor meters purchased from Rockwell Manufacturing Co. of Pittsburgh, Pa.
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Grafton Board of Public Affairs
Pauline
Rockwell Manufacturing Co
Pittsburgh
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