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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1971
Page
1
White House says President Nixon will retain Vice President Spiro Agnew on the 1972 ticket. Herb Klein notes the president would not switch unless Agnew became a public liability, which Klein does not expect to happen.
Gov. John J. Gilligan will speak at a testimonial dinner for Ronald Hooker who becomes Newcomerstown’s mayor on Jan 1, the nation’s youngest mayor. Albert Hadden Martin of East Cleveland named Ohio Teacher of the Year for 1972 for 24 years service and his drama program Le Masque.
In Hamilton County the Coleman electronic vote counter failed last Tuesday delaying tabulation. Sunday night's tally shows a Democratic Charterite coalition winning 6 seats to 3, breaking 14 years of Republican control and signaling a new mayor and city manager.
Ralph J. Perk was sworn in as Cleveland mayor, ending Carl B. Stokes's four year Black administration. He becomes the first Republican mayor since 1941 and asserts unity beyond race in his inaugural remarks.
Weather outlook for Norwalk area with sunny to chilly conditions and increasing clouds. High 33, low 17 with 60 percent humidity morning, 63 percent afternoon, 60 percent evening. 20 to 30 percent chance of showers Tuesday. Marriage license applications listed for six couples from Indiana, Price, Cleveland, Huron, Sandusky, Sedalia, and local Norwalk residents. Deaths noted for J Irwin Hunter 82 and Frank Gamble 73.
Auditor Charles Hipp says the first computer generated utility bills in Norwalk are going very well. The staggered cycle bills by date beginning the first tenth and around the 20th reduced errors to a minimum with George T. Saxton overseeing the computer service in city hall.
The Ohio House and Senate prepare to report a budget tax package adding a 1.5 cent sales tax and a 4 to 8 percent corporate franchise tax. Gov Gilligan criticizes the GOP push while property tax relief is cited as a missed compromise. The state operates without a permanent budget as authorities weigh the income tax option.
State Rep Ethel G Swanbeck and Senator Robert Corts both Republicans but hold opposing views on tax policy. Swanbeck backs a state income tax while Corts supports a sales tax. Corts previously voted for a sales tax and would back it again if passed in the House.
Lyn Helton 20, Denver housewife, died at Children's Hospital from rare osteosarcoma. She recorded her thoughts on dying to show how it feels to be dying while raising a child. Her husband Tom, a musician, and 20 month old daughter Jennifer survived. Funeral arrangements pending.
A newcomer to North Monroeville and his family escaped when a Sunday night fire gutted their house and contents. Bernard Buckner had lived there two months and remodeled the home before flames engulfed it. His wife and four children evacuated safely. The fire chief said the cause is not yet determined.
Findley State Park in Ohio reports an average weekend after reopening Friday. Park manager Don Riddle noted 754 visitors, with 142 people using 34 campsites and 511 driving through. The count includes 12 duck hunters and 89 fishermen during the weekend.
Service Director Herbert Krogh won the shootout at the city police range with 38 revolvers, edging Charter Commission Chairman Stephen Mullenix. Both men are former state highway patrolmen, with Mullenix a retired Norwalk police captain who said he had little shooting practice since 1962. Krogh has trained on the range since becoming service director and recently beat Mayor Harold Finch and Police Chief L.C. Hilson in a three way match.
Mayor elect Wayne Goodsite will announce the new service director soon and may not retain present Service Director Herbert Krogh. Goodsite has discussed the appointment with a candidate who is receptive, while Krogh says no discussion occurred. Goodsite also moves to create a municipal court and has asked state lawmakers for guidance on the process.
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