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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1974
Page
1
Ohio Governor Gilligan and Rep. Robert Netzley spar for 80 minutes at Sinclair Community College over the state income tax. They clash on promises, education funding, and welfare, with sharp exchanges and mutual accusations as they campaign for re election.
In Santos Brazil Edson Arantes do Nascimento known as Pele retires at age 33 after a 17 year professional run. He played 20 minutes in his final match versus Ponte Preta then collapsed to his knees and said obrigado to the packed stadium.
Frank Robinson, MVP in both leagues, is named player-manager of the Cleveland Indians by GM Phil Seghi with a Ford telegram of congratulations. A severe early frost hits Ohio crops, threatening corn and soybeans, driving up prices as shortages emerge and farm losses mount across the state.
Lawyers for former president Richard Nixon asked a federal judge to quash subpoenas for his testimony at the Watergate cover up trial. Judge Sirica said the motions were filed under seal for review. John Weber, oldest US inmate, turned 99 while in Ohio prison and received hundreds of birthday cards.
The U S Labor Department Chicago regional office announced more than 147 million dollars has been allotted to Ohio and five other Midwest states and localities to create public service jobs.
Weather report calls for clear cold night with lows in 30s and sunny warmer Friday highs near 60s. Births marriages licenses and deaths listed for Monroeville Wakeman Norwalk Royal Oak Michigan details include Mr and Mrs Melvin Cherryt and several individuals.
The House voted 317 to 72 to deny $850,000 in public funds for Nixon’s transition. It approved only $200,000 and struck funds for transporting White House tapes, with further reductions to six month and second six month allocations. Senate action was expected to mirror the cuts. Rep. Moss questioned benefits from a president who left office under less than honorable conditions.
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger described a late night effort to call the White House from New York City. He spoke with Greek Foreign Minister George Mavros and joked about spelling his name if asked, noting the attempt was a struggle but the call finally went through.
The Norwalk Area United Fund lists a pledged total of 1880 dollars toward an overall goal of 86100 dollars. Community donations support local health, education, and welfare programs through the fund drive.
Toledo winners receive prizes based on number results. 363 in any box pays 20 dollars. The numbers 236 and 583 in green and blue boxes win 500 dollars. 236 and 583 in blue boxes win 1000 dollars. 236 and 583 in green boxes enter a 300000 dollar drawing and automatically win 15000 dollars.
City officials study sick leave rules after three injured workers receive 6627 this year. Norwalk pays 15 days per year at regular rate. neighboring towns vary. Major claims may drive higher insurance premiums next year as officials seek more data.
Lucille Rahmeyer, longtime employee at Sumner D. Lamkins New Haven Foundry, is named chief beneficiary in Lamkins will. Lamkins, 82, president and sole owner, died Sunday. the estate valued at about 13 million dollars includes 75,000 for other bequests and 15,000 for care of his German shepherd dogs.
A local poll shows 55.9 percent say Watergate defendants cannot get a fair trial amid publicity while 44.1 percent think a fair trial is possible. Citizens also vote on recognizing the Ohio Civil Service Employees Association as the bargaining agent for Norwalk municipal workers with phone votes by midnight.
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