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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1971

Page

5

Suits Totals More Than 57 Million Linked to Kent State Shootings

A Cleveland lawyer filed five suits totaling over 57 million dollars in federal and Cuyahoga County courts over the Kent State campus violence of May 4. Plaintiffs include mothers and next of kin of four students killed and nine wounded, naming 36 National Guardsmen and officials including former Governor Rhodes and generals. Damages seek punitive and compensatory awards, with notable claims for Dean Kahler, Joseph Lewis, and Jeffrey Miller and their families.

Cleveland, Ohio Cleveland Ohio National Guardsmen Kent State University Steven A. Lindell U.S. District Court Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Ohio National Sindell Arthur Krause Porof Allison Krause Burgh Wasj Dean Kahler Joseph John Lewis Elaine Kahler Elizabeth Lewis Kahler Lindell East Canton Ohio Lewis Massillon Common Pleas Court Krause Lewises Kahlers Elaine Miller Jeffrey Miller New York

Inventor claims self-extinguishing cigarette

Geoffrey Hallam in England unveils a cigarette with a plastic water capsule that melts when heated, releasing water to snuff the flame as the tobacco burns. He seeks a tobacco firm interest.

Oldburgy England Geoffrey Hallam

East German Soldier Defects to West Berlin in May Day Escape

A 20 year old East German soldier in an anti aircraft unit defected to West Berlin early Monday. He discarded his weapon and uniform and swam the Spree River to Kreuzberg without detection by border guards.

Dont Forget Safety At National Parks

Record numbers of people are expected to visit Americas 36 national parks this year. The American Automobile Association offers safety tips for first timers and seasoned visitors alike. Visit the park visitor center first to learn terrain weather wildlife and facilities. Drive carefully be alert for hazards and keep distance from large vehicles. Extinguish fires completely and tell park headquarters if you will be away from populated areas. Carry water a map compass first aid kit rations and extra clothing. Do not feed wild animals especially bears as they are unpredictable.

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