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Newspaper
The Gazette
Location
Medina, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1975
Page
4
The piece recalls Kennett Missouri's unique municipal push to sewerage, noting Uncle Billy's preserved two hole outhouse as a relic. It mentions a two story hotel privy once used for second floor guests and reflects on changing sanitation trends and nostalgia for pre modern plumbing.
A House Ways and Means panel backs a plan to tax cars that fail to meet fuel economy standards. Beginning with 1978 models, cars under 18 mpg would face a first-year tax rising to 20 mpg by 1980, up to five percent for the worst performers. The proposal argues market forces will drive efficiency, not a tax, while noting automakers have committed to a 40 percent economy gain by 1980. The discussion references rising gasoline prices and shifts in U.S. and import car sales.
The piece discusses using sports diplomacy with Cuba to ease embargo tensions. It cites Sen George McGovern advocating baseball and basketball as tools, notes Cuba's growing trade with Britain Mexico and Argentina, and outlines possible OAS reform to lift sanctions. Castro welcomes peaceful ties and medicines and food imports from the United States.
Ohio Senate approved school aid bill carries amendments critics say would force closures on a one third plus one attendance threshold and impose a 25 student per teacher ratio. They warn districts must hire more teachers and that funding for new requirements is uncertain, urging House action to curb special interests.
A reader argues that the minority should voice opposition to evolution being taught in schools and criticizes profanity in curricula. They urge parents to counter what they see as biased textbooks and lament heroes being portrayed as criminals.
Medina resident Betty Wetzel argues against installing a traffic light at the Huntington-W Liberty intersection. She cites increased noise and truck traffic, notes alternative signals on Elmwood Court and Broadway, and accuses city planners of prioritizing motorists over residents.
Rates list prices for single copies and home delivery. A year in advance costs 36.40, six months 18.20, servicemen 18.20 annually, and college students 12.00 annually. Public delivery is 70 cents weekly, with a 15 cent price for a single copy.
A resident invites Montville Township residents along River Styx Road to support a new ceramic school. The plan seeks a conditional zoning permit discussed at the Township Trustee meeting on Thursday May 22. Marian Me 9902 Garfield Heights offers to answer questions.
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