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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1976
Page
1
Knight News Wire report by Robert Boyd suggests that a Democratic Carter would probably have smoother relations with a Democratic Congress than Nixon did. The piece hints at political strategy and passage prospects turning on party alignment and leadership dynamics.
Seven Keystone High School majorettes pose in the center ring of the Greatest Show on Earth as part of a spring band concert tomorrow at 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium. More than 350 student musicians from the high school, seventh grade and cadet bands will perform, with a black lights circus portion featuring animals and exotic dancers. The pictured majorettes are Cindy Schocitseh Pam Woods Michelle Summers Cindy Shaw Kathy Davis Carrie Warner and Patty Lupinski.
Barbara Walters and Harry Reasoner prepare to co anchor ABC Evening News in late September with high expectations for chemistry and ratings. ABC hopes the pairing becomes a smashing success, though doubts linger about on air compatibility. Weather notes signal mid 50s tonight and mid 70s tomorrow with high precipitation chances.
Washington reports the first class letter rate likely to rise to 17 cents by late October unless Congress approves a $1 billion postal subsidy. White House and OMB clash over borrowing authority, Bailar may seek the increase, and rates could rise after a temporary 15 to 17 cent jump. Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians game notes follow on Page D-1.
George W. Hodge of Western Heights Improvement Association accuses Elyria of racial discrimination in hiring for police and fire departments. He says four new policemen hired yesterday were not Black, citing token representation in both safety forces. Hodge urges federal action if needed. Safety Director Lyle C Scott says he acted to address manpower shortages amid ongoing civil service and validation study concerns.
U.S. Rep. Charles A. Mosher named five Ohio 13th District students to service academies, highlighting Betsy Jean Joviak of Grafton as among the first women admitted to any service academy after last year's law. Betsy, 18, is a Keystone High senior active in National Honor Society and 4-H, with plans leaning toward science or math.
Robert T. Bowman was named chairman of the Lorain County United Way drive, succeeding Ted Smith who resigned to join U.S. Steel in Chicago. Alvin L. Hillegass becomes campaign vice chairman, moving from general superintendent at U.S. Steel Lorain-Cuyahoga Works. The drive will be held in October with Bowman and Hillegass filling major division chairs.
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