SAT decline in big cities fuels debate over testing
Chronicle-Telegram reports Detroit Newark and other cities show SAT verbal and math score declines since 1963 with big-city drops outpacing national averages. ETS panel delays final findings while educators argue tests misalign with schooling and reflect social factors including rising minority participation and larger family sizes.
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Reagan accused of a sellout and ticket shifts point to the left
Conservative stalwarts like Thurmond and Helms reportedly shaken by Reagan and Schweiker as Ford supporters warn of credibility loss. Delegates in Pennsylvania shift matters of uncommitted status while Ford leads 69 to 69 and Reagan shows growing margins toward the left of the GOP. The Ohio Lottery touts a new Pot O Gold game with weekly windfall imagery.
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Ohio Lottery launches Pot O Gold with 250000 weekly prize
A new 50 cent Ohio Lottery game Pot O Gold replaces Buckeye 104 on August 3. The TV format features a three round contest with six finalists chasing a 250000 weekly prize. Weekly drawings include two three digit numbers and a five digit number with multiple prize levels and a chance at a 1 million grand prize for millionaire finalists.
Audit alleges state funds used for Gilligan campaign
A Rhodes aide report says six August 1974 banquets sponsored by the Ohio Industrial Relations Department funded a film praising former Gov James J. Gilligan. The events, meant to promote job safety, allegedly aided Gilligan’s failed bid for re election, costing 8882 plus 4509 in travel and expenses. Helen Evans asked a formal state audit. Cope declined comment pending the report.
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Sohio Slips on Nonoil Lines in Second Quarter
Sohio posts 4 percent drop in Q2 net income to 36.6 million on 734.9 million sales as domestic petroleum gains contrast with a decline in nonpetroleum segments. First half revenue climbs to 1,452 million while net income totals 60.9 million. chemicals, plastics, and coal hurt results amid lower fertilizer prices and higher costs.
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Banquet hall planned for Elyria couple on Griswold Road
Fruitful Gardens will house Joan's Cake Decorating and Quality Molds and a candy factory in a 7000 square foot building near Gold Circle Department Store. Owners Joseph and Mary Vasi say the hall will host meetings for up to 900 and dinners for over 500, with three smaller rooms and wedding services. Opening planned for late Oct or early Nov, with reservations now.
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Mississippi Queen steamboat maiden voyage priced for passengers
In Cincinnati UPI reports the new Mississippi Queen offers an 18 night maiden voyage to New Orleans with tickets at 2430 dollars, seven other fare options from 680 to 1690 dollars. The 375 foot, seven deck vessel includes three gourmet meals daily and sails from Ohio River base after arrival from construction site.
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Elizabeth Ray in Hustler photos spark payroll scandal recall
Columbus AP reports Elizabeth Ray, once center of a Washington payroll sex scandal involving Rep. Wayne L. Hays, appears in Hustler's September issue. Ray, who claims $14,000 yearly pay as a clerk, was paid as a mistress. Hustler offered $25,000 to pose and the nude photos, taken by Barry Blackman, were bought from a freelance photographer from 1972.
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City workers approve new contract details gains and benefits
The tentative contract for city sanitation and sewer workers adds paid vacations rising with tenure, raises, eye care life and dental insurance, new holiday pay, city-wide job bidding, extended bereavement leave, improved sick leave rules, and a retroactive wage pact starting July 4. Longevity pay shifts to start in year three.
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Grain prices in local market close values
Wall street Lorain County Farm Bureau Cooperative Association reported closing prices for grain at yesterday's market: wheat 2.89 per bushel, shelled corn 2.69, oats 1.40, soybeans 5.82 per bushel.
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Grain price report from Ohio markets shows mixed gains
UPI reports average cash grain prices paid to farmers by elevators in Ohio markets yesterday and today. Northeast prices include No 2 wheat 2.05, corn 2.81, soybeans 5.94. Northwest lists wheat 3.00, corn 2.67, oats 1.42, soybeans 5.99. Central shows No 7 wheat 2.97, corn 2.71, soybeans 5.94. Trend indicates wheat, corn, and oats varied while soybeans fell.
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