Groups rap FDA plan on labeling research
Consumer groups attack a proposed FDA rule that would rely in part on industry funded studies to shape new nutritional labeling requirements. Critics flag potential conflicts of interest with CRI, backed by grocery manufacturers, conducting field tests to guide policy decisions. The FDA seeks mandatory nutrient disclosures for processed foods, with ingredients listed today and cereals already stressing nutrition.
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Court Dismisses Suit by O Grady
Columbus Ohio Democratic Chairman Eugene P O Grady had sued Auditor Roger Cloud Treasurer John D Herbert and Attorney General Paul W Brown claiming illegal $4 million loans to Four Seasons Nursing Centers of America were unrecoverable The Common Pleas Court dismissed the suit finding it general and failing to allege a claim for relief The loans were arranged by Crofters Inc and linked to campaign contributions affecting state officials fortunes
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Hearings resume on KSU indictments in Cleveland court
UPI reports hearings on two suits challenging a Kent State University grand jury report into May disorders to resume in U S District Court Cleveland. Judge Thomas paused Dec 4 to allow legal filings as 25 arsons were indicted and National Guard cleared.
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Ohio governor commutes death term for Ellis Vails
Ohio Governor James A. Rhodes commuted the death sentence of Ellis Vails to life imprisonment. Chief aide John McElroy said no reason was given. Vails, 43, was convicted in Hamilton County for the October 1968 slayings of Beatrice Thomas and her mother Maria Simpson in Cincinnati.
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Philadelphia furniture store holdup kills one
A gang of six to eight armed men robbed Dubrow's Furniture Store in South Philadelphia yesterday, shooting Alton Baker to death and injuring two others. About 20 employees were beaten or tied as the robbers set fires and left with an undetermined sum. The owner William Dubrow described threats as he witnessed the crime and the pathway of escape.
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Ohio Groups Win Federal Funds for Minorities
Nine Ohio based groups join 140 nationwide receiving federal grants loans and loan guarantees for minority business ventures Four groups are in Cleveland two in Columbus and one each in Cincinnati Dayton and Toledo. The article notes additional robberies and a dramatic store holdup with multiple gunmen and losses.
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Gilligan plans electoral reform package for Ohio
Governor elect John J. Gilligan urged the Ohio Association of Election Officials to back an electoral reform package to boost participation. Proposals include lowering voting age to 18, extended registration, longer voting hours, and broader participation drives. Secretary of State Ted W. Brown backed streamlining, moving primaries to August or September, shortening post election transition, and extending registration to more counties.
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Immunity Law Considered for NFL Jury Hearings
Justice Department attorneys flag possible use of federal immunity to compel witnesses at next weeks grand jury in Cleveland investigating the National Football League. Jury hearings resume Monday with active players and team officials expected to testify on alleged blackballing and potential antitrust violations.
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Lorain Water Works Chief Considers Compensation Pension
Lorain-A V Agnew water works superintendent will resign January 16 if the council pays him 18540 for compensatory time. Though not currently at work, he earns his regular salary to cover accrued comp time since 1946. Philip Majorana acts as water works superintendent amid negotiations and possible retirement this month. The article also notes a report on the sea wasp jellyfish near northern Australia, a five inch stinging hazard with cobralike venom and no known antidote.
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