By Leonard E. Colvin
Chief Reporter
New Journal and Guide
For some months, in 1987, Marlin Ballard had been giving subtle graphic and verbal hints that he had a crush on Velma Tyler Hardie.
Marlin was an Operations Supervisor, and Velma was the Office Supervisor, where her department processed payroll and employee's concerns from supervisors, including Marlin, came across her desk.
At times there were 'Post It Notes' from Ballard laced with compliments or warm greetings scribbled and attached to the documents.
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