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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1973
Page
1
Herald staff writer traces Friday the 13th from historic disasters to modern sports woes. It catalogs fatal events on various Fridays and cites folklore linking the date to witches and the crucifixion, while urging lighthearted precautions and superstition avoidance.
Mayor Robert L. Rock proposes a 1.5 million civil bond issue tied to a 2.75 million citywide park and street improvement program funded in part by 1.25 million in federal grants. A May 1 hearing would be set if a companion ordinance passes Monday, with final state tax approval to follow.
A six year old girl was approached by a blond man calling himself Bill while walking home from Seventh Street School. The incident mirrors nine exposure cases in ten days, mostly involving elementary and junior high girls. Police urge parental vigilance and prompt reporting to curb the danger.
Indiana lawmakers moved late in the session to revive Gov. Otis Bowen’s tax package with a conference committee report on the sales tax measure. The proposal mirrors a defeated Senate version with minor changes, including a sales tax exemption for orthopedic devices, amid lobbying from the Indiana Farm Bureau. Senate opponents warned of continued pressure as Lake County senators faced appeals from Gary officials and leaders in Hammond and Anderson signaled potential abstention.
Testimony opened in Indianapolis as four state witnesses probed alleged humane treatment violations at the New Haven Nursing Home administrator Mrs. Josephine Wade. Former employees described fear and physical discipline, while Wade defended herself denying any striking and noting care deficiencies, with licensure renewal previously provisional.
Detroit’s automakers win a delay on installing antipollution devices while a broader debate on technological strength in the city unfolds. The piece previews coverage across pages with notes on unemployment benefits, a South Bend case and higher education costs.
An informal survey finds many American housewives freeze meat bought at supermarkets and would continue if freezing saves money. The results are on Page 18.
Ken Henderson hits a decisive eighth inning grand slam to lift the Chicago White Sox to a 6-3 win over Oakland. Willie Mc Covey adds two homers to spark the San Francisco Giants past the Houston Astros. See Page 20 for full results.
The Utah Stars defeated the Indiana Pacers 124 to 107 in the first game of the Western Division ABA best of seven series. Highs in the low to mid 50s today with warming trend through Saturday and a 5 percent chance of precipitation. Sunset 7 21 p m sunrise Saturday 6 13 am.
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