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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1965
Page
1
Scientists from the Atomic Energy Commission evaluated a safety test on a peace time reactor blown to bits. Kiwi-TNT, a nuclear energy rocket engine prototype for space use, was detonated Tuesday by mixing its fuel elements together.
Report notes a nuclear engine test aimed at simulating quake or accident effects. The blast released energy within 1963 treaty limits but produced a vivid yellow orange inferno. Newsmen observed from four miles away.
A jury was impaneled in Common Pleas Court to decide a 16000 personal injury suit by Harry M. Collins for Jerry M. Collins against Lowell Gayheart. The case stems from a September 29 1961 auto accident on Route 61 north of Plymouth. Eighteen thousand real estate tax bills for the first half of 1964 will be mailed this week. first half or full year payments allowed with a February 17 deadline for the first half. James J. Kovacs filed to run as a Republican for Norwalk third ward council. Prospective township trustee candidates include John L. Stotz Greenfield Township Louis A. Donnemiller Norwich Township Melvin C. Ott Norwalk Township Frank V. Smith and Robert S. Jump New Haven Township, with all except Stotz incumbents.
Sens. Young and Lausche said they discussed a replacement for retired Judge Frank Kloeb but defer naming until President Johnson submits the nomination. They noted applicants from across the state and that the winner will be from the eastern part of Ohio.
Saigon Premier Tran Van Huong began polling split political factions for ideas on forming a new legislature. He also contacted military leaders to discuss qualifications for the law making body amid Buddhist inspired efforts to topple his regime.
Much colder late today with 1 to 3 inches possible. Snow flurries tonight with heavy squalls possible. Thursday partly cloudy and colder with more snow flurries. Low tonight 10 to 15, high Thursday 14 to 23. Five day trend: below normal by 3 to 6 degrees. colder Thursday, warmer later, then colder next week. Light snow or flurries weekend. Marriage license issued to Charles A Artins and Joan R Brum Baugh. Births: a girl to Mr and Mrs Robert Bleile. a girl to Mr and Mrs Benjamin Flifers. a boy to Mr and Mrs Howard J Fisher. Death: Myrtle M Smith, 62, New London.
President Johnson urged Congress to abolish the 1924 national origin quotas within five years and replace them with a skills based system. He proposed a central pool with annual admissions near 165000 and gradual quota elimination to reunite families while expanding work based entry. Senator Hart planned to introduce legislation implementing the plan.
UPI report says Republican factions back Ray C. Bliss of Ohio as the likely national chairman to restore party unity and win. Goldwater allies express some dissent as Bliss is expected to be elected at Chicago meetings April 22–23. Dean Burch to resign April 1 with Eisenhower and Nixon’s concurrence noted.
Columbus reports rapid praise for Ray C. Bliss after his selection as Republican national chairman. Speculation centers on John S. Andrews of Lucas County as Bliss’ probable successor in Ohio, with state officials voicing confidence in Bliss’ leadership at the national level.
The ILA strike blocks U S passenger ships from East and South ports. Moore-McCormack cancelled the Argentina Caribbean sailing with 180 passengers and United States Lines scrubbed the United States to Europe voyage with 800 passengers. Rand calls the cancellations a further blow to the declining U S Merchant Marine.
The passage notes that crewmen were not represented by American unions and could come and go freely, while passengers bore the responsibility of carrying their own luggage.
Huron County Banking Co president Joseph V. Moisch told shareholders that Norwalk’s holiday retail season lifted optimism. He noted 1964 momentum and favorable employment, with forecasters expecting continued growth though some fear a taper in late 1965. John Wise of Citizens National Bank also reported to shareholders. The NM and SIU pledged not to cross ILA lines, with more voyages likely affected as over 100 dry cargo vessels idled from Maine to Texas.
Burras sue Price couple for 10000 alleging the 118 Benedict Ave project violates Norwalk zoning. Lawyer Murray argues the existing building is a preexisting nonconforming use and that reconstruction limits apply, while Freeman counters no code violation and proper council power.
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