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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1954
Page
1
Reports say a new Roman Catholic church named the World Church for Peace will be consecrated in Hiroshima, Japan, next Friday, nine years after the atomic blast. The ceremony marks a symbolic step in postwar reconstruction and reconciliation.
Funeral services for Dr E M Conrad a longtime Anderson physician will be held at 10 o clock this morning at Baker Brothers chapel with Dr W H Bransford officiating Interment will be in Brookside Cemetery Anderson Survivors include widow and a son in law Dr Jack Crouse and a great grandchild The fatal crash occurred Saturday evening three miles southeast of Lapel at Seybert Road causing multiple injuries to Mrs Charlie Conrad and minor injuries to E W Oyler Jr The coroner and state trooper investigated
Argentina-born crooner Wick Haymes loses on deportation after a Monday ruling by special hearing officer Ralph Farb. The decision clears Immigration Service district officer Herman R. Landon of alleged entrapment, allows a 10 day appeal window, and comes as the city approves a 1955 budget with a 12 cent civil city tax increase to $2.05.
Democratic primary candidates Fisher and Jacobs stage a bird stunt in New Yorks 18th District offering a $100 defense bond for the loan of a parakeet that can say Vote for Fisher or Vote for Jacobs. At least three observers must hear the bird clearly. If enough birds appear, the duo plans to tour districts promoting their message.
Samuel H. Sheppard, a 30 year old osteopath, returned to jail for more questioning after a failed bid for habeas corpus. His lawyer, William J. Corrigan, argued the writ, while Corrigan noted the murder warrant was issued by a council president rather than the disqualified mayor. The physician said he will talk to police who seek details in the slaying of his 31 year old wife Lyn.
President Eisenhower selected Brig. Gen. Herbert D. Vogel to head the Tennessee Valley Authority with a term ending May 18, 1963. Vogel, chief of the Army Engineers Southwest Division in Dallas, serves on the Board of Engineers for Rivers and Harbors and the Mississippi River Commission. He is noted for high standards and no political affiliations. Nomination to the three man TVA board and subsequent chairmanship await Senate confirmation.
Advertiser sold a Master stoker furnace and 3 tons of coal on the first call despite selling in summer. For sale: Master stoker ZT inch Norco furnace and 3 tons of stoke or coal. Price not listed. Call 35371 and ask for the want ad girl.
President Eisenhower signed a housing bill authorizing 35 000 public units for the next four years starting July 1 and easing loans for purchase or modernization. The measure aims to help families displaced by slums and allow builders to use FHA loans with safeguards to curb windfall profits and ensure proper use of funds.
The Anderson School Board met with Dr. Gordon Wilder as new president and G. E. Ebbert as superintendent to tentatively approve a 1955 budget of 2 300 1000 and discuss a $1.89 tax rate plus a building fund. Upcoming topics include repairs, South Side Junior High plans, and final budget adjustments before legal advertising.
Walter R. Bagot was named president of the Anderson Chamber of Commerce to serve the remaining term vacated by Russell Norris. John Burton Sr. was elected vice president. Bagot, a lawyer and business leader, lives at 1309 Winding Way and Burton at 915 Aviston Ave. both will serve until Jan 1955. The chamber also discussed roads, taxes, the budget, and school issues with the next meeting set for September 7. In Washington, the Senate ordered a special committee to investigate Senator McCarthy’s methods with a 75 to 12 vote, amid threats of censure and a possible further inquiry.
Former secretary of war Woodring condemns Marshall as a man who would sell out his own grandmother for personal advantage in a letter McCarthy released. Woodring, who once admired Marshall, says his faith faded after Marshall’s postwar China mission and alleged support for Chiang Kai-shek.
The 38th Division Indian Nation Guard units completed a two week field training period with all units returning home Sunday. Headquarters and Headquarters Company 1st Battalion 151st Infantry and Company D 151st Infantry earned superior ratings, along with Company B of Richmond. Maj. Gordon Geiger commands the 1st Battalion, the largest infantry battalion in the division. Major activities included small arms and crew served weapons firing, tactical training, Army tests, and division wide staff exercise under regular Army advisors.
Regional Conference draws 21 northeast Indiana counties to the Anderson YMCA for an all day Oct 28 meeting starting at 9 a m with district sessions and luncheon. Pete Heiden named general chairman. session to be presided by council presidents under district director Mrs Koko.
After 59 years of continuous service, the U S Weather Bureau station at the Philadelphia Quartz Company plant closed. Earl R Davis recorded his final reading as officials prepare to move the station to a new site with no immediate replacement site decided. Weather data from government instruments will be unavailable until a new installation is found.
Indianapolis Democrat Holder won a tough struggle for the new southern Indiana district judgeship. President Eisenhower nominated the 42 year old former GOP state chairman from Southport. His confirmation faced GOP opposition but was backed by Senators Capehart and Jenner and supporters claimed the nomination would proceed despite factional resistance.
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