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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1976
Page
2
Olmsted Falls Mayor Allan Mills faced harsh criticism for withholding reports on sexual incidents after the April 30 rape of a 7 year old girl. Officials released police records revealing fewer serious crimes than rumors suggested, sparking calls for transparent communication via news media to keep residents informed.
U S Rep Larry Pressler of South Carolina filed suit to halt automatic cost of living increases for senators and representatives unless approved by Congress. He argues such raises are unconstitutional, warning that judges pursuing raises may block his case and invite backlash from lawmakers.
A reflective critique of the 1980 presidential race hinges on Ronald Reagan and Jimmy Carter. The piece argues voters face a void of concrete policy with front-runners more focused on campaign rhetoric than Washington specifics, leaving the public to weigh images over issues and choose between two vague appeals.
Democratic ticket talk centers on Carter choosing a senator from the Washington establishment as running mate. Possible picks include Stevens, Mondale, or Muskie, with Humphrey seeking a post beyond the Senate and McGovern backing Carter if nominated. Black voters show strong Carter support in Florida and Illinois, while turnout remains low.
In a to-the-core briefing officials claim Hoffa was kidnapped and slain by three men with Chicago Detroit Genovese mob backing, tied to the Teamsters pension funds. They cite book threats and mob ties as motives while the government shifts to civil action to recover alleged hundreds of millions in loan losses and prepare restitution.
Cousin Herman says he was not a failure but began at the bottom and discovered he liked it there. The remark echoes a humorous old time saying attributed to Grandpappy.
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