Shapely swimsuit mishap and varied state news briefs
A 23-year-old Maryland woman witnessing a public bikini demonstration saw the top of her paper swimsuit detach in a pool, while reporters focused on the moment. In Columbus, Gov Rhodes touted a major state fair entertainment package including Herman’s Hermits and the Supremes. Cleveland police charged a man with first degree murder for a fatal West Side fire, while Washington House backed a redistricting guidelines bill facing Senate hurdles. Bowling Green State University student Timothy Donato, shot by an officer during a motel party incident, remained in poor condition.
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Martins Ferry Mayors Considers Committee Mediation
Martins Ferry Ohio mayor John Laslo plans creation of a citizens committee to mediate the dispute between the school board and teachers that has closed Martins Ferry schools since Wednesday. Moon Rocket Flights Delayed CAPE KENNEDY Fla development problems push unmanned Saturn 5 test flights and lunar landing vehicle to late year. Forty five states including Ohio and West Virginia will observe Daylight Saving Time this Sunday with clocks advancing one hour.
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John Laslo
Cape Kennedy
Fla
Space Agency
Washington
West Virginia
12 Feared Dead In Air Crash Off Kuushu Island
In Kitakyushu Japan a four engine U S Navy P3A patrol plane with 12 men aboard is believed to have perished after crashing into the sea off Kuushu island in southern Japan. The wreckage and fate were confirmed by authorities as rescue efforts continued despite grim indications.
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Kuushu
Athens Candidates Attend League of Women Voters Meeting
Meigs Local School District plans a master class program for 900 pupils across three high schools. Senator Randall Taylor opposes a plan to permit beer sales on West Virginia college campuses. Mason County hires Jackson County educator as its new school superintendent.
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League of Women Voters
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West Virginia
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Coppolino Convicted of Second Degree Murder in Florida
Dr. Carl Coppolino was found guilty of second degree murder in the drug murder of his wife Carmela and sentenced to life. The defense sought a new trial and bail pending appeal was denied as Coppolino was ordered to Raiford penitentiary. The verdict came after under four hours of deliberation with Coppolino and his wife Mary present.
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Carmela
F. Lee Bailey
Coppolino
Mary Coppolino
Carl Cop
Pressure Said Victory s Key In Vietnam War Push
General Westmoreland told Congress a strategy of unrelenting pressure on the enemy at all levels is needed to defeat communism in Vietnam. He forecast increased escalation, potential bombing of North Vietnam, and more U.S. troops, while insisting American forces are unbeaten and will support democratic processes.
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Clay's Decision At Hand
Heavyweight champion Cassius Clay arrives at Houston federal building for government service dispute. He refuses induction citing Black Muslim faith and carries a large envelope with lawyers and friends. Induction tests begin at 9 am with a potential delay until the ritual step forward to service later.
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Gallia Man Killed in Vietnam Near DMZ
Gallia man Lance Corporal Charles M. Neal Jr., 22, of 128 Garfield Ave., Gallipolis, was killed in Vietnam at Quang Tri near the DMZ on April 25. He joined the service in 1966 and served six months in Vietnam. A Gallia Academy High School and Rio Grande College graduate, he worked with his father in the insurance business. He is survived by his wife Carolyn Stowers Neal, parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Neal Sr., a brother John Michael Neal, and grandmother Mrs. Maya Houck.
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Ohio Senate OKs boosted student loan guarantees
Ohio college students could borrow more under a bill advancing in the General Assembly. The Senate approved the measure 26 to 0, expanding loan guarantees from 80 to 100 percent and raising annual limits for graduates from 1000 to 1500 dollars and total loans from 5000 to 9000 dollars, while undergrad caps stay at 1000.
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Ohio
General Assembly
Senate
Ralph Regula
Navarre
Stark
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Heavy shelling hits U S and Vietnamese forces in South Vietnam
Saigon reports heavy artillery, mortar, and rocket attacks on U S and South Vietnamese troops in the northern sector near the DMZ. Twelve Marines killed, about 187 others wounded. no enemy casualties reported. Air strikes limited by clouds. a Thai-based Air Force jet damaged. Viet Cong announce a 48 hour Buddha's birthday cease fire.
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North Vietnam
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Air Force
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Dmz
Senate units push censure of Sen. Dodd
The Senate Ethics Committee recommends censure of Connecticut Democrat Thomas J. Dodd after a 14 month probe finding he diverted at least 116083 in campaign funds for personal use and incurred travel expenses from both the Senate and private groups. The panel asks DOJ and IRS to review possible legal violations. Dodd vows to fight the measure and run again in 1970.
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Senate
Sen
Thomas J. Dodd
Dodd
John Stennis
Dmiss
Netherlands Celebrates Birth Of Heir To Dutch Throne
In Utrecht crowds cheered as the first male heir to the Dutch throne in 116 years was born to Crown Princess Beatrix. The yet unnamed baby boy was described as robust and healthy by doctors as church bells rang and city traffic delayed.
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Utrecht
Netherlands
Beatrix
Hague
Ohio University Board Approves 14 Percent Room and Board Rise
Ohio University trustees meeting in Portsmouth approved a 14 per cent hike in room and board for 1967 68 effective fall quarter. The move lifts the double room rate from 855 to 903 while two semester room and board totaled 792 in 1966 67. Tuition for three quarters in 1967 68 drops to 495. The board cited rising wage costs, food costs, hall renovations, and telephones in rooms as reasons.Governor Rhodes hailed Portsmouth Scioto County’s hour at the dedication of the first campus building, predicting enrollment to 5 000 by 1975. The board backed the Ohio Bond Commission and approved payroll dues deductions for employees.
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Portsmouth
James A. Rhodes
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Scioto County
Ohio General Assembly
Board of Trustees
Ohio Bond Commission
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