Byrd Wins West Virginia Primary In Sweep
UPI reports Senator Robert C. Byrd D West Virginia easily defeated John G. McOwen in unofficial returns. Sam Huff, former NFL star, lost to incumbent Rep. Robert H. Mollohan in the 1st District.
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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1970
Page
1
UPI reports Senator Robert C. Byrd D West Virginia easily defeated John G. McOwen in unofficial returns. Sam Huff, former NFL star, lost to incumbent Rep. Robert H. Mollohan in the 1st District.
The Ohio State University faculty will meet on campus to begin preparing for reopening the state's largest university at an unspecified date. The faculty council urged President Novice Fawcett to recommend to the Board of Trustees reopening as soon as practicable so students and faculty can complete spring quarter work.
In Augusta Georgia riots led to six deaths and 60 injuries Monday night. National Guardsmen and armored cars patrolled deserted streets while Mayor Millard Beckum’s verbal pledge helped ease tensions. A curfew remained in effect as roadblocks guarded the 130 block Negro district.
In Detroit under cold rain, Walter P. Reuther and his wife were moved from blue hearses into the Veterans Memorial Building. About 20 people waited to pay last respects to the United Auto Workers president as the closed oak caskets rested roped off in the lobby.
Variable cloudiness with showers and thunderstorms likely today tonight and Thursday. Highs in the 70s, lows in the 50s, warm Friday with possible thundershowers. 60 percent chance of precipitation through Thursday. Winds southeast to east 10-18 mph. Norwalk highs 78 and lows 58. Births and deaths listed: Lane Burras Norwalk boy Richard Palmer Monroeville boy Georgia Leydorf Arthur Cleveland Della Crouch Cleveland Heights.
Dr Hollis A Moore vice president for academic affairs at George Peabody College Nashville Tenn was named president of Bowling Green State University succeeding Dr William T Jerome who resigned at end of the current school year Jerome had led the university since 1963 A seven month search followed with faculty students and alumni on the screening panel Moore praised BGs handling of recent events and emphasized improved communication between students faculty and administration
Deputy state Treasurer Robert F. Gardner resigns after an investigation found improper loan activity tied to his $20,384 yearly post in Ohio. The incident prompts scrutiny of financial oversight and state bookkeeping. Gardner's departure marks a resolve to reform internal controls within the treasurer's office.
State Treasurer John D. Herbert announced Tuesday evening that Gardner's resignation had been accepted after 61,139 overextended its commercial paper investments and the deputy would assume duties.
Norwalk reports a first quarter income tax haul of 61 139 dollars with 53 394 from quarterly payments and 7 745 for the year. City Auditor Charles Hipp cautions this is a progress report and advises against using it to project annual totals.
Ohio University president Claude R Sowle suspended seven students for creating a clear and immediate danger to the campus amid unrest that has closed other Ohio colleges. Names and locations of the suspended students include Mark David Clark Kathy Irwin Phyllis A MacGillevary Marie Mehan Rachel D Simon Gail Groytka and Neil S Yatkin. Separately Ohio Treasurer and auditor faced questions over over investments and missteps in short term notes with pledges to tighten controls. Kent State police seized four weapons after four Kent State students were killed on campus.
The Salvation Army in England unveils its first uniform change since 1878 featuring a navy blue suit with a nautical hat for women and an emerald neck brooch. Traditional high collars and bonnets remain optional. male uniforms switch to lapels and navy ties while the standard military-style hat stays. Captain Jacquelyn Drake notes American members use both styles seasonally and that England’s change follows long-standing practice.
Building inspector James Ferris says four trailer parks are planned in Norwalk with two already approved by the planning and zoning commission. Approved parks include a 101 unit site on Whittlesey Avenue and a 90 000 square foot park on St Marys Street for Rice Distributing Company.
Maj. Gen. A. B. Dillard, commander of U S Army engineers in Vietnam, was killed when his helicopter was shot down in the Central Highlands. Nine others perished. no survivors. Dillard, 50, leaves a widow and three children in Los Angeles.
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