Nixon Leads In Final Pre-Election Polls Airing Massive Victory
United Press International reports Nixon holds large leads over McGovern across multiple polls. Gallup shows 61 to 35 with 3 undecided. Harris puts Nixon 59 to 35 with 6 undecided. The New York Times projects at least 48 states, and New York Daily News expects a New York landslide for Nixon. Colorado polling shows 63 percent for Nixon Agnew to 27 percent for McGovern Shriver.
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Sargent Shriver
Ohioans May Set Record At Polls
Ohio voters face a wide ballot from presidential contests to congressional races and a possible income tax repeal. Secretary of State Ted W. Brown forecasts a record turnout of 4,504,000 voters, about 300,000 more than in the last major election.
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Huron County Hitchhiker Case Tied to Elyria Suspects
An 18 year old hitchhiker from Severna Park Maryland alleges two Elyria men harmed her after a ride from the Lorain Elyria turnpike exit. Harry B Showalter 31 and Kirt M Showalter 25 were arrested in Elyria after the girl identified them as her attackers. The case led to their detention pending a hearing.
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Revenue sharing rules outlined for Ohio counties
Local governments reviewed how federal revenue-sharing funds may be used and the population based allocations for Huron County. Officials noted limits, earmarked priorities, and a two year spend window with first 1972 half check in December.
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Five candidates on ballot for president in Ohio election
Voters will find Nixon, McGovern, Schmitz on the ballot along with Gus Hall as an independent, Jarvis Tyner as his running mate, Louis Fisher with Genevieve Gunderson, and Linda Jenness barred for being under 35. The Communist line lacks a party designation under state law.
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McGovern Walk Sparks Crowds On Final Campaign Leg
Senator George McGovern and wife Eleanor navigate a crowded Fifth Avenue walk heat of supporters, reporters, and security on the last campaign day before trips to Pennsylvania and California. A security wedge blocked many from shaking his hand amid the bustle.
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Heath orders 90 day wage and price freeze in Britain
Prime Minister Edward Heath announced a 90 day wage and price freeze in Britain with a possible 60 day extension after talks with industry and unions failed, to curb inflation. The measures take effect immediately and will be backed by retroactive legislation.
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UPI
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Lawford Has Surgery On Pancreatic Cyst
Peter Lawford underwent four and a half hours of surgery at UCLA Medical Center to remove a cyst from his pancreas. The 49 year old actor was reported in fair condition and resting with an acceptable prognosis.
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Hollywood
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Peter Lawford
Ucla Medical Center
Nixon Promises Clearcut Choice in End Campaign
President Nixon, confident of reelection, said he will ease travel to avoid disturbing his big poll lead. He told voters that Tuesday's election offers a clearcut and momentous choice of principles policies and men and prepared a 30 minute TV statement with film clips.
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Weather and Notices From Norwalk Area
Sunny today with highs in the mid fifties and increasing clouds tonight. Rain likely Tuesday with a high near 60 and a low around 40s tonight. Births include a son to Mr and Mrs Leonard Foster of Norwalk. Deaths listed for several residents including Mr Anton Reising and Mrs Emma Swaebly. Marriage license application filed by Michael Berger and Chery Williams of Bellevue. Precipitation trace reported in Norwalk.
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