Reform the patent process to reward individual inventors
The piece argues federal reform to speed patent approvals and curb corporate bias. It cites Gilbert Hyatt, possibly the computer chip creator, whose 20 year wait for a patent cost him royalties. It notes landmark wins by Robert Kearns and Jerome Lemelson against Ford and Mattel.
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Salt marsh harvest mouse spurs ban on cats in San Rafael
Environmentalists win a San Rafael ordinance barring cats near a salt marsh harvest mouse habitat. Buyers must sign an agreement not to own cats near the wetland, despite some locals doubting the creature’s presence. One resident reports seeing a wandering cat.
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Do You Care About Reaching Everyone About AIDS
A letter from MARC C. RICHARDS of Elyria appeals Chronicle-Telegram readers to visit and support AIDS patients. He urges Christians to overcome fear and ignorance, visit hospitals, offer kindness, and treat all people with compassion, not just those who fit predetermined criteria.
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Rahall
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London
Mandela speaks at South Africa rally with SACP ally
Nelson Mandela appears at a Community Party rally in South Africa beside Joe Slovo before a crowd of 35 000, arguing unity of the ANC and SACP while critics question his Western stance and democratic prospects. CHRIS WALLIS Chardon.
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Chronicle Telegram Seeks Letters to the Editor
The Chronicle Telegram invites reader letters and will edit for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full address and telephone and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria Ohio 44036 or fax to 329-7187.
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Chronicle- Telegram
Elyria
Yeltsin Baker Team Drives Baltic Independence Push
Washington sources say Boris Yeltsin's ascent and a Baker led shift accelerate U S moves toward Baltic independence. State Department brings Paul Goble as adviser as Sweden hints at recognition and Gorbachev faces growing isolation.
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Rahall DWI record sparks MADD photo flap in Washington
The piece recounts Rep. Rahall’s drunken driving arrest in 1988 and a gully plea leading to probation. It notes MADD president’s Washington visit, Rahall’s later apology, loaned support to anti drunk driving efforts, and his 1988 re election.
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