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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1970
Page
5
FBI data show Ohio experiencing a sharper rise in crime than the national average in early 1970. Across the state violent incidents, including murders and rapes, rose markedly with Akron and Canton reporting significant jumps. City-by-city figures highlight varied trends in murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault.
FBI figures for the first quarter show violent crime up 12 percent nationwide from a year earlier while total property crimes rose 13 percent. The Justice Department notes a slower rise in violent crime in cities with populations over 250 000, though robberies and burglaries increased notably.
A fire at the corner of Congress Ian Rt 63 in Monroe started about 6 p m yesterday when a bird’s nest built on a neon sign touched off flames. Monroe Fire Chief Earl Hiteshue reported a few neons broken and no damage estimate. All three fire trucks were sent, but only one was needed.
A 30-year-old Cincinnati man, Robert Gabbard of 2639 Wheatfield Dr., was treated at Christ Hospital for an accidental gunshot wound to the right thigh while target practicing along Indian Creek near Ross in Butler County. He was initially seen by a physician and later moved to the hospital by Groesbeck Life Squad.
In Washington the six week Senate debate on Cambodia policy winds down amid debate over impact. Supporters expect the Cooper Church amendment to pass, asserting Congress will shape presidential action. Critics warn the measure may remain largely symbolic, with limited emergency authority allowed.
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