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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 2003
Page
9
The staff list shows A C Hudnutt as founder and publisher from 1927 to 1950, with Andrew R Young serving as publisher and Scott Brown as editorial page editor. Rudy Dicks Pattiewald is managing editor and the assistant managing editor position is noted, detailing the paper's leadership.
Elyria, county, and schools sue York International for $203 million over a tax break tied to job and investment targets. York closed its Elyria plant in 2001 and moved operations to Kansas and Mexico, costing nearly 1,000 jobs and substantial tax revenue. Plaintiffs seek damages for lost taxes plus punitive sums, arguing the company breached the contract by leaving before year end.
Scripps Howard notes Bill Clinton back on the stump for Democrats in Iowa and pressuring recall for California governor Gray Davis. It recalls their White House wealth, gifts, Hillary’s book deal, and Clinton’s post presidency earnings, framing it as a wealth comparison to today.
Elyria police leadership addresses two concerns raised publicly. The department aims to reach 95 sworn officers in 2003, up from 88, with ongoing interviews and investigations for new hires. The chief notes historically a 100 officer levy target, budget constraints, and intent to restore staffing as candidates qualify.
In a letter to the editor Michael Medders argues expanded civilian staff in the radio and records rooms frees sworn officers for patrols. He refutes Cleveland Magazine’s suburban crime rating of Elyria, noting population-based flaws and stating Elyria remains a well staffed, community‑focused department with ongoing resident support.
Ann Ball and her talking with residents about starting a business in Elyria downtown are cited. The writer defends Ball against accusations of tarnishing the area and argues against closing venues with signs promoting dancing. Calls for nonjudgmental support to keep downtown taxpaying businesses open.
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor up to about 200 words, with editing for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full home address and telephone. Submissions by mail fax or email to Editorial Page Editor Scott Brown at the addresses and numbers provided.
A 1978 interview at Wolf Trap captures Johnny Cash as honest and unpretentious, wrestling with temptation and fame. He discusses his faith, marriage to June, public adulation, and his wish to be remembered as a good father. The man in black reflects on hits like Folsom Prison Blues and Ring of Fire guiding his Gospel message.
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