18 Jun 1976
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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1976
Page
1
Robert Evans told a Marine court martial he gave his all to show his drill sergeants he was motivated as he helped beat Pvt. Lynn McClure in pugil stick relays. McClure died after three months in a coma from massive brain injuries.
President Ford calls for party unity as he and rival Ronald Reagan compete for 36 Iowa GOP convention delegates. He warns against turning the contest into a Grudge battle and expresses hope both candidates share the intention to keep it cordial on the eve of leaving for Des Moines.
A group of Pelham High School girls plans a formal complaint under the Sex Discrimination Act after Wimbledon announced ballboys would be used instead of ballgirls. Siobhan O Shaughnessy 14 and PE teacher Liz Kelly argued the girls would be strong and look nicer on court.
Showers or thundershowers likely tonight and Saturday with lows in the lower 60s and highs in the 70s. Rain probability 70 percent with southerly winds 10 to 20 mph. Obituaries list Clement H. Ruffing 73 Norwalk Grace Jeannette Mead 59 Elyria Gus A. Morgan 68 Bellevue Willard H. Rule 83 Naples Fla Frank Shepherd Dayton.
The newspaper presents reader opinions on prohibiting cigarette advertising with 61 percent yes and 39 percent no. It notes early this week Oakland A's owner Charlie Finley sold three star players over salary disputes and invites calls to vote.
Jimmy Carter indicates a blue ribbon panel and possibly the FBI may assist in choosing a running mate. He vows to protect privacy, disclose details soon, and avoid naming candidates while addressing concerns about scandals. Carter spoke on St Simons Island after staff discussions.
Rep. Wayne Hays of Ohio will resign as chair of the House Administration Committee amid sex scandal allegations and health issues. He confirms sending a letter seeking vindication and may seek reassessment by the caucus. Rep. Frank Thompson is tipped as successor. A cine event at Towne and Country Regional Art Center follows.
Gerald White of Chardon and Wellington Chapman shared half of the top Ohio prize. White, 30, a psychiatric social worker, and Chapman, Geauga County Welfare Director, bought two tickets about five weeks ago and plan travel and education funding with the winnings. White’s mother Betty Andres of Norwalk said she was thrilled by the news.
Ohio residents rapidly embrace the new Instant Lottery tickets with area merchants reporting sales outpacing regular tickets by more than three to one. Bar and cafe owners note many modest wins of 2 to 5 dollars, with no major prizes yet claimed.
A sword recovered near Milan along the Huron River is tentatively identified by the Smithsonian as an authentic late 18th century blade possibly dating to 1770. Don Schlessman and local historian Gilbert Wallace weigh in as researchers prepare a formal assessment.
In Hauppauge New York a two week old boy Vincent Buffoleno was killed by a 90 pound German shepherd named Satan while his mother slept in the same room. Suffolk County police said the dog toppled the bassinet and mauled the infant causing fatal internal injuries. The mother exhausted from caring for the baby slept through the attack until the child was found by the older brother John.
The final Blue Ribbon report backs some city improvements while urging restraint on income tax increases. It proposes using Federal Revenue Sharing funds to cover deficits this year and next, with a council vote on a 1 percent tax only if needed later. The panel also suggests a voter referendum on reallocating funds from a $32 million light plant trust for capital projects.
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