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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1976
Page
5
Subscription rates listed for Rittman readers: four dollars for one year and seven dollars for two years in Wayne and Medina Counties. Across other counties the annual rate is six dollars.
The piece argues US primaries shape party platforms more than European systems. It notes Democrats running six candidates in Ohio and Republicans exposing ideological stances. It warns that voter apathy may persist if the November ballot lacks appealing choices.
Readers faulted photos showing WoEd students in T shirts on the graduation page while coats and ties were worn by others. The editor notes a clerical error sent class photos instead of graduation pictures and a rain date mishap. corrected Vocational High School pictures will be published when received.
A House Appropriations Committee member discusses the Budget Impoundment and Control Act of 1974. He parses Congress proposed 413.3 billion dollar target, 50.8 billion deficit for 1977, and the 395.8 billion presidential budget. He warns a Ford veto could trigger inflation and a costly override battle. Final fiscal 1977 limits await fall reconciliation.
An opinion piece urges swift capital punishment for unprovoked killings by snipers and mass murderers. It condemns Speck and Manson, denounces gore and vigilantism, and calls for harsher laws to deter killers and restore public safety. It argues that delaying punishment degrades free speech and society.
Congress must reexamine laws allowing federal agencies to withdraw public lands from mineral development. Withdrawals have surged, putting two thirds of public lands off limits to mining and risking reliance on foreign minerals. Balancing recreation with hard rock resource needs is essential to shield prices and supply from foreign manipulation.
Bruce E. Kramer 17 of Doylestown eastbound across SR 21 collided with Paul T. Campbell 56 of Canton who was northbound. Campbell and passenger Connie J. Mitchell 14 of Canal Fulton had visible injuries. Kramer showed no injuries and was cited for failure to yield.
The annual Burbank School Alumni and Homecoming Banquet will be at Burbank elementary on Saturday June 5. A chicken and beef buffet dinner runs 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. price is 3.50. Advance reservations urged. checks payable to Burbank Alumni Association mailed to the school or to the school at 624-2962. Invitations not mailed due to postage costs. alumni, former teachers invited. 25th and 50th anniversary classes honored. Officers are Gary Rickel, Lucille Cochrell Hess and Mary Schaad Gallion.
Wayne General and Technical College Orrville will host a summer physical science workshop for instructors from kindergarten to 12th grade. Dr Edwin Thall and Dr Joy Lindbeck will teach topics including atomic theory gas laws Archimedes principle static electricity magnetism laws of motion simple machines and demonstrations. The five credit hour course runs Monday June 21 to Friday July 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Wayne College 10470 Smucker Rd contact 683-2010 or toll free 375-7346.
Last Wednesday marked the final day for Norwayne seniors with events including a party at the Thrillseekers in Rittman. The following day Norwayne Joint Vocational School students received awards in the gymnasium before returning to the vocational site. Baccalaureate and Commencement for the class of 1976 were held May 30 with graduates in white caps and gowns and red for the guys.
On May 25 students addressed V.LC.A. officers, votes were counted, and on May 26 the new officers were informed and installed. New officers include Rick Ratzel, Ted Groves, Deb Zollinger, Deb Howard, Tammy Given, Brenda Craig, Scott McCord, and Jon Baston.
The Sweet Adelines opened the Buckeye Club May meeting at Wayne Savings and Loan singing several numbers. A late read letter from Boys' Village. nomination slate for 1976-77 officers unanimously approved. Beautification committee plans plantings at Knupp's Church downtown Police Station and library. Garden tasks assigned and a tour of three glass factories is set for June 29 at 7 a.m.
A Veterans Administration survey finds a pediatrician is six times more likely to contract mumps than other adults. The study notes higher infection rates among doctors and highlights occupational exposure differences compared with the general population.
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