29 Aug 1975
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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1975
Page
1
Viola Riddle Hoffa, mother of missing former Teamsters leader James R. Hoffa, died at Plymouth General Hospital Detroit at 85. Doctors cite natural causes but family friend says she died of a broken heart over not seeing her son, who remained missing for weeks.
United Press International reports that as Labor Day weekend begins motorists head to festivals or country retreats. The National Safety Council estimates 460 to 560 deaths and 18 000 to 23 000 disabling injuries in traffic accidents nationwide. Police increase patrols to curb mishaps during the 6 p m Friday to midnight Monday period.
This week’s Ohio lottery results announce 188 in any box wins 20 dollars, 894 and 331 in green and blue win 500, 894 and 331 in blue boxes win 1,000, and green box 894 with 331 makes 300000 drawing eligibility plus 15000 prize. UPI reports Senator Buckley proposes a 1000 dollar tax deduction for households hosting a parent or elderly nonrelative. plan targets 65 and older.
Variable cloudiness with a chance of showers tonight and Saturday. Highs in the mid and upper 80s with 50 percent rain chance. Agricultural outlook shows 0.25 to 0.5 inch rainfall and humidity around 50 percent. Marriage licenses issued for five couples. Births include two girls to Norwalk families. Local deaths include Miss Lucy Haddick and Mrs. Maxine Steele.
Readers weigh in on the Kent State trial verdict with 85.1 percent voting yes. Commentary supports or criticizes government action, guarding rights, and the role of the National Guard amid student protest. A separate note asks about smoking trends with a poll call-in.
A Kent State civil suit juror said the defense won because a film of the May 4 1970 shootings showed the guards acted in fear. The six men six women jurors voted 9 3 exonerating Gov Rhodes White and 27 guards. case heads to appeal for a new trial on $46 million claims.
A New London dairy farm loss occurred at 8:15 a.m. when a two story 100 by 200 foot barn burned, destroying hay straw milking equipment and pens. Owner Bruce Hammann reported cows were driven out and said no one was inside. His daughter Deborah Sue is set to appear in the 4 H Style Review at the Ohio State Fair. The cause remains under investigation amid a pattern of suspicious blazes in the area since 1972.
Washington officials say new Christmas stamps may cost 13 cents, up three from last year due to Postal Rate Commission action. The Postal Service began printing two stamps without price designations amid uncertainty over the commission’s timing and method.
In NORTH FAIRFIELD two men and a woman were arrested after a break in at the American Legion Post. A K-9 dog named Fritz chased the woman to a cemetery tree while officers searched the building finding three suspects and recovering loot including liquor food cigarettes lighters a portable radio and change valued at more than 375 dollars.
Los Angeles Police Chief Edward Davis resigned from the Democratic Party amid criticism from party leaders about his temperament. Davis, known for aggressive stances, said he would seek a new political home and reiterated that chiefs should not be controlled by politicians. The Strauss remarks cited concerns about Davis reacting to demonstrators as part of the New York City convention selection. The note adds the Huron County Courthouse closure for Saturday morning.
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