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Murray Powers, Akron journalist and professor, dies at 81
Murray Powers, retired Akron Beacon Journal editor and Kent State journalism professor, died after a short illness at 81. He served 32 years at the Beacon Journal, 18 as managing editor, and taught at Kent State from 27 years before retiring. He led AP Ohio, founded the Sigma Delta Chi Akron chapter, and served on AP circles. Survived by wife Ruth, two sons and seven grandchildren. Services held Monday at Holy Family Church.
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