14 Nov 1977
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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1977
Page
1
In Houston the National Women's Conference opens amid a debate between feminists seeking full equality and opponents led by the Ku Klux Klan who warn equality could undermine the American family. About 20 000 delegates attend and tensions rise.
Four of seven U S senators who toured Panama say they will vote to ratify treaties turning the canal over to Panama by century's end. Panamanian leader Torrijos vowed to resign if ratification obstructed and pledged to restore press freedom and due process.
Bethlehem Steel chairman Lewis Foy told U.S. News & World Report the administration should stop “raising hell” over steel price hikes while calling for eased restrictions, fair tax rules, and full enforcement of trade laws to help the industry recover. Britain faced a mass firefighters strike with 13,000 troops and 4,000 volunteers guarding against fire after walkouts over pay.
Partly cloudy tonight with lows in the mid 00s and a 10 percent chance of rain. Tuesday highs in the low 50s and a 30 percent chance of showers. Marriage licenses filed for several couples in Norwalk and Greenwich. A girl born to Jimmy and Nancy Pasenow of Wakeman. Obituaries note the deaths of Paul Van Lerberghe 67 Norwalk Audrey Rock 45 Norwalk and Custer Sherwood 77 Cadillac Mich.
Truman Capote was removed from Towson State University stage after an incoherent 10 minute speech amid alcohol issues. School official Robert Roll said Capote appeared overcome by alcohol and tripped before being taken away. Capote admitted to being an alcoholic and claimed this would be his final appearance.
In Chicago the American Medical Association and American Bar Association urged liberalizing marijuana laws for personal use. ABA President Williams Spann Jr. and AMA President Dr. John H. Budd cited excessive punishment in many states and aligned with President Carter’s stance on decriminalizing small quantities. They emphasized not condoning use and called for moderation and reasonable controls.
Long Island teen John Ward, 17, of Southampton, remained in critical but stable condition after impaling himself on a car radio antenna while fleeing a Doberman. He underwent emergency surgery at Good Samaritan Hospital Bayshore to remove the antenna from his brain. The accident occurred in front of the dog owner's home as Ward fled onto a parked car and slipped onto the antenna.
Football season ends with no area school clinching state playoff berths. Bellevue High comes closest, region rankings place Black River and Sandusky St. Marys in Class A, Canton McKinley shocks Massillon in Region 3, and three defending champions Moeller Elyria Catholic West Jefferson earn spots for weekend games across Ohio.
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