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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1974
Page
1
In Bucharest at a world population conference experts forecast two-child families as the probable family pattern for the 21st century. Australian author John Caldwell said societies may need to accept two children as optimal to avert grave economic and social problems.
Fire Chief Raymond Hill says no bomb caused the weekend blast and that a volatile chemical left in heat likely triggered the explosion. The incident damaged a city block but no explosive device was involved.
President Ford names former New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller as his VP pick after 11 days of secrecy. Rockefeller, 66, is among the wealthiest and served 15 years as governor, seeking to succeed Spiro Agnew under the 25th Amendment. The nomination aims to fill a vacancy in the vice presidency amid Watergate fallout.
In downtown Norwalk this morning a dozen residents voiced varied views on Nelson Rockefeller as vice president. Some praised him, others criticized his suitability, with comments ranging from cautious optimism to concerns about corruption and taxation.
In remarks across Ohio and beyond, residents discuss Nelson Rockefeller as Ford running mate. Opinions span support for experience to concern over his liberal GOP past. Analysts note Rockefeller’s push toward right in recent years and potential confirmation hurdles.
Cyprus announces warrants for three Greek Cypriots in the fatal shooting of U S Ambassador Rodger P Davies. Government says the ambassador was targeted in what sources call a deliberate assassination attempt. Names and status of the suspects were not released.
Five inmates led by a former policeman overpowered two jailers after midnight at Potter County Jail and took control. They demanded to be released and threatened to kill deputies if forces tried to retake the jail. The two jailers were injured but not seriously hurt. Capt. Arthur Fields said the inmates had no specific demands beyond escape.
A Louis Harris poll of 1,502 adults taken in late July shows Henry Kissinger still the United States' most admired official. Seventy nine percent rate his performance good to excellent, while fifteen percent rate it fair to poor, down from an 85-10 percent rating in May after the Middle East cease-fire.
Weather Mostly sunny and warm today and Wednesday with highs in the upper 80s to lower 90s. Tonight and Wednesday mostly clear with lows in the 60s. 10 percent and 20 percent chances of rain. Sunrise 6 41 am Sunset 8 19 pm. Marriage license applications list Kenneth R Tuttle and Clara A Lindsey, Harold R Kuhlman and Norma J Carstensen. Births Mr and Mrs Harmon Linder Norwalk announce a daughter. Death Roy E Giles Sr 79 Huron.
In Highland Park Michigan outraged residents urged harsher action after Edith Perchman 12 was shot delivering the Detroit Free Press. Rudolph Acosta 24 was charged with murder but fled after authorities announced the change.
Two gamblers were charged with conspiracy and bookmaking in Manhattan for allegedly obtaining confidential injury information from Dr. Anthony Pisani, the Giants’ longtime surgeon. The indictment says the scheme aimed to boost winnings during the 1973 season by learning exact player conditions from Pisani.
Norwalk City Council will meet tonight at 7 30 in City Hall to discuss local matters and public comments. The agenda includes routine approvals and updates on city projects and services.
Cleveland Council President George Forbes warned the police department to reduce downtown crime within 2 1/2 weeks or face a November pay cut. He called a meeting with leaders after a violent weekend that included five homicides, including Donald Reams, 41, who was killed while vending ice cream. If not cleaned up by Sept. 5, a Sept. 6 meeting will push repeal of the three percent special pay ordinance to the November ballot.
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