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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1978
Page
1
In Lorain Ohio striking firefighters defy a court back to work order after voting down a city contract offer. They blame lack of city response to union demands and a federal mediator request for a new bargaining session. The walkout began May 9.
The U.S. Census Bureau reports today's women constitute 41 percent of the total labor force as the bureau notes the labor force surpassed 100 million for the first time in 1977. Women accounted for 57 percent of labor-force growth from 1970 to 1977, reflecting a major shift in employment.
Weather forecast for tonight and Tuesday calls for continued cool and cloudy skies with a chance of showers. Low near 50, high around 60, 40 percent precip. East to northeast winds about 10 mph. Marriage licenses issued to Ralph P. Bissell and Nancy Jean Kenley, both of Norwalk. Death notices for Leon A. Ackerman 69 Norwalk Leo B. Roberts 84 Plymouth Ethel Murphey 44 Willard Luella P. Rosenberger 81 Fremont. Romans brought the bagpipe to the British Isles, not Scots.
A federal investigation into payola among disc jockeys and related activity spans virtually all large cities. The FCC may push new laws or policy guidelines for broadcasters and the recording industry. Sources say misconduct is widespread and could threaten some station licenses.
China says war with the Soviet Union will inevitably break out and is increasing military training for actual combat. New China News Agency cites orders to prepare across army navy and air force, with emphasis on protection against atomic and chemical threats. Beijing accuses Moscow of aggressive aims and notes US Russia rivalry escalating.
A college president convicted of drunken driving and killing a pedestrian was sentenced to lecture on drinking and driving. The case reflects a trend toward community service sentences instead of jail. The LEAA study cites various examples of noncustodial sanctions, including 200 hours of youth-program service, hiring parolees, cleaning services for the elderly, graffiti cleanup, public works help, transportation aid for the needy, and wheelchair ramp construction.
Jasen Koehn and Daleni Landoll named king and queen of the 33rd annual Pet N Pup parade held Saturday. Winners in other categories include Shawn Schneider best dog, Joan Gerrity best cat, Dawn Thorley best of miscellaneous, Cindy Klett best float, Rob Fegen best costume, Joe Mack and Keith Moffit best bike decorations. Parade sponsored by Norwalk Park and Recreation Board, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Eagles and local merchants. winners receive bicycles, $2 and a free hamburger each.
Weather kept crowds light at the second annual Business Exhibition at the county fairgrounds over the weekend. Howard Sawyer of the Chamber of Commerce noted attendance was similar to last year, with about 60 area businesses participating and no major problems reported. Prize drawings and highlights included a $30 meat gift certificate, $25 savings bonds, and a microwave oven demo. Cleanup ongoing, with Lions selling bulbs and brooms door to door after 5:30 pm and Maplehurst School hosting an open house. The Huron County Mental Health Society Board meets at 8 pm.
Georgetown Ohio United Press International reports 70 year old Milda Wilburn faced two days in jail for letting her granddaughter stay out past curfew. City officials delayed jail until a county facility opened, while the granddaughter received fines and court costs. Supporters from distant places offered to pay the fine, but the mayor postponed the sentence to avoid Mother's Day jail time.
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