Pentagon forms task force for new anti aircraft tech development
A classified Pentagon unit, the Defense Suppression Group, is created to pursue advanced weapons with industry input. Reported by Aerospace Daily, the group aims to improve existing anti aircraft systems and invites unsolicited proposals as part of a White House directive following talks with Israeli leaders. Israel and Egypt missile and air defense dynamics are noted in surrounding context.
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Gilligan seeks $118 million boost for Ohio mental health
Gov John Gilligan announced a plan to raise the mental health budget by 118 million for the next biennium, with 65.5 million from new taxes. He urged rapid buildup of community programs and said only six of 19 state hospitals are accredited. The proposal targets 395.3 million state expenditures against 277.6 million prior, aiming to improve care and reduce admissions.
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Stanadyne Workers Ratify 3 Year Contract
United Auto Workers Local 101 members ratified a three year contract by a two thirds vote. Western Division officials of Stanadyne Inc and the union reached the agreement after a strike that ended 82 hours later. Terms were undisclosed though economic and non economic gains were indicated.
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Agent behind Elyria drug raid resigns
The state narcotics unit chief Al Cook resigned effective Feb 19 just before a Pandora's Box drug raid following a dispute over raid mechanics. Attorney General Brown defended the operation amid 13 arrests and said Curci and others aim to expand undercover staff.
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Elyria Man Fights West Salem Parking Fine Dispute
Elyria resident William Forgues alleges harassment after a $74 total was levied for two parking tickets tied to a West Salem church youth rally. He says notices were misaddressed, officials claim a traffic hazard and snow plow obstruction, and he has hired an attorney for an upcoming hearing.
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U S Helicopters Push South Vietnamese Deeper Into Laos
Hundreds of U S helicopters propelled South Vietnamese troops six miles deeper into Laos expanding a new front near Highway 9. South Vietnamese forces reported over 400 North Vietnamese casualties claimed and a weekly tally showed 69 Americans killed in action, 281 wounded.
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Travel weather update and Phogy Sale notice
Travelers warning continues east with cloudy windy cold conditions and snow flurries west. Tonight low teens with diminishing precipitation. tomorrow mostly sunny and not as cold with highs in the mid thirties. Friday only March 5th Phogy Sale at St Peter and Paul Church Lind and Gary Lorain all day.
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Study of Lorain to Cleveland Highway Route Planned
NOACA approved a 100000 study to develop a four lane limited access highway from Lorain to the Greater Cleveland area. The plan seeks federal funds with a formal application to the Federal Highway Administration in 60 days. A two mile wide corridor from Lorain to near Interstate 480 between Stearns Road and Rocky River is examined.
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Nixon to Speak on Foreign Policy Tonight
President Nixon will hold a 30 minute news conference on foreign policy at 9 tonight. The White House said the session will be carried live by major radio and television networks.
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Winter Snow Delays News as Spring Nears
A late winter storm blankets Lorain County with three to four inches of snow while areas east and northeast report six to eight inches. Travelers face treacherous roads as sheriffs warn of dangerous conditions across northeast Ohio. Northwest winds drive drifting snow, with school closures in Medina County and continued cold in Georgia and northern Florida. Local residents express frustration as forecasters predict more flurries and chilly highs.
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