Williamson Attack Draws Mrs Hearnes Strong Reply
Mrs Betty Hearnes wife of Governor Warren Hearnes accused Callaway County Magistrate Judge Hugh P Williamson of false and vile commentary about the National Governors Conference at the Lake of the Ozarks last month Williamson had written in the Fulton Sum Gazette that the conference appeared to be a drunken orgy with much sex appeal and nearly naked young women were discussed in his letter
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Census Figures Show 1970 Population Near 205 Million
Washington AP reports preliminary 1970 census estimates place total population between 204 and 205 million, with California still the most populous and migration shifting toward warm coastal states. The count, including overseas servicemen, is expected to be the most accurate yet.
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Governors Wife Denounces Judge Williamson Abuse Claims
Mrs. Hearnes defended the National Governors Conference gathering at the Lake of the Ozarks, rebuking Judge Williamson for alleged moral and factual misstatements. She noted most governors attended with wives and children, challenged claims about security, seating, and airport funding, and defended the event’s purpose and staff.
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Procrastinators Club Holds 1969 Convention in Pa
The Procrastinations Club of America convenes its 1969 annual gathering at Tamiment in the Pocono Mountains, northeastern Pennsylvania. The meeting brings members to the resort for discussions and events marking the year.
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Highway 124 Re-Routing Planned Between Centralia and Hallsville
Missouri Highway Department outlines an almost straight reroute for Highway 124 between Centralia and Hallsville, removing the current junction with Route 27 south of Centralia. A public hearing is set for 10 a.m. October 15 at Centralia City Hall. Ray Labmeyer notes the new path travels northeast from Hallsville, joins an unmarked county road, then parallels Route JJ to Route CC and toward Centralia, with future northward extension possible to Route 22. The Banquet also mentions Bean Martin and Jerry Lewis as 1969 Club Award recipients.
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Detroit Plans Vote On Ending War In Southeast Asia
Detroit residents will vote in November on a cease fire and withdrawal from Vietnam. The Detroit Common Council approved placing the measure on the ballot, aligning with national moves toward disengagement and peace talks.
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Credit Card Fraud Bust Ties Four Arrests
Police in Breckenridge Hills report four arrests in a $100,000 credit card fraud scheme. Vincent J. Scott 24 and Clarence F. Scott Sr. may face charges as warrants await federal action. Napoleon Bland Jr. 25 of St. Louis faces charges and a $5,000 bond. a 16 year old also involved, details withheld.
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Woman elected mayor in Cardwell Missouri election
Lottie Ore won the mayoral race in Cardwell over two male candidates by about 60 votes to fill the late William Grady Jr. term. The victory makes her the town's first woman mayor and the second female mayor in Dunklin County after Clarkton electing Mary Rice last year.
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Census table shows city growth and loss since 1960
The Census Bureau released a table detailing population gains and losses for major cities. Jacksonville posts the largest increase due to expanded city limits, while Chicago shows the largest decline. The data compare 1970 preliminary figures with 1960 census counts, noting gains or losses in number and percentage.
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Sheriff Clyde Orton Ouster Sought in Missouri Case
A special commissioner of the Missouri Supreme Court urged the ouster of Pemis cot County Sheriff Clyde Orton for willful violation and neglect of duty. Ray Weightman, former Circuit Judge, submitted a 43 page report. the court may accept all or part of it. The suit was brought by Attorney General John C. Danforth amid a scheme to arrange parolee murder for Kyle Cook.
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California Nevada Top Gain List From Census Bureau
The 1970 preliminary Census shows California had the largest numeric population increase over the 1960 to 1970 decade, while Nevada recorded the greatest percentage rise. The Associated Press summarizes state gains and losses with figures for 1960 and 1970 populations and the change per state.
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Nevada Contest Tests Nixon Power in Election Focus
Polls across states show Nixon backing shapes races from New Hampshire to Nevada. Cannons and Baggio win party nominations in North Carolina and Rhode Island while Agnew plans campaign visits, highlighting economy and law and order themes as pivotal issues.
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Ousts Sheriff Orton in Caruthersville Case
Special commissioner Weightman recommends Orton be ousted as sheriff for willful misconduct in office and violations including transporting liquor to dry states and betting by telephone. Court cites illegal slot machine disposal and out-of-state sales. Cost taxed against Orton. ouster to proceed per ruling.
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