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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1968
Page
3
Monroe High and Alex Junior High outline opening procedures for Aug. 27. Students report to gyms at 12 45 p m with dismissal around mid afternoon. Regulations cover dress code, meals at 40 cents, locker fees, car permits, and hazing prohibition with enforcement.
Five persons appeared in City Court Tuesday night before Acting Judge Wal ter C. Dietzen. Mary Boyland was fined one dollar and costs for speeding. Daniel C. Treachnor pleaded guilty to speeding and was fined one dollar and costs. William Lyons had charges of driving on an expired license dismissed. Bobby Huff was charged with non-support and ordered to pay thirty five dollars weekly. a second assault charge was dismissed. Harold Bogue was fined five dollars and costs for public intoxication and jailed five days on a separate failure to appear charge. The Elwood Post Office resumes accepting mail to Canada after a Canada mail strike closed US posts for that country.
Elwood YMCA executive director Richard L. Trowbridge has moved to lead the West Lake branch of the Minneapolis YMCA. He previously served as associate executive director at the Anderson YMCA since March 1965 and earlier worked with the Indianapolis and Elwood centers.
United Press International reports a pattern of showers and thundershowers returning to Indiana with a five day outlook calling for more rain and temperatures 2 to 4 degrees above normal. Highs reach 70s to 80s with lows in the 60s and 70s as precipitation totals approach three quarters of an inch. Local rainfall measurements include Dubois 2.26 inches, Bedford 1.02, Henryville .98, Austin .80, Shoals .58, Louisville .38, Vincennes .29, Evansville 1.4 and Cincinnati .10.
A milkman in Shillong was paraded through the downtown area with a garland of shoes around his neck after admitting to selling adulterated milk. Local authorities announced steps to curb contamination and protect public health.
Elwood clubs host August gatherings with pies for Lincoln Club and Republican Women’s corn roast at Edgewood Country Club Aug 24. A book review of Escape From Corregidor by Ed Whitcomb is planned, with a date to be announced. Also, a Baptist class party Aug 18 and a Second Stori concert at Elwood Y featuring Carole Richardson. India NRAI plans 4000 rifle centers for 2.2 million youths with government backing.
Lawyers at the Delhi High Court stage a sit out protest claiming falling plaster chunks from ceilings strike their heads inside the court. The action halts proceedings as spokesmen demand safety repairs and court maintenance.
Acid soils are nearly always deficient in plant foods. This note highlights the ongoing issue of nutrient deficiency in acidic soils and implications for crop growth.
Elwood Junior High opens Monday August 19 to begin fee collection for the next school year. Fees are due before the first day of classes August 29 with office hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. New seventh or eighth graders not previously enrolled should register before start. a tuberculosis skin test certificate is required for new entrants. Grade schools Edgewood Oakland open August 15 for fees and enrollment 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily with lunch 12 to 1. Washington patrons may contact Principal Joe Barnett at Edgewood.
Final rites for Vernia R. Cassell 67 of Rt 1 are set for 1 30 p m today at Karl M Kyle Funeral Home with interment in IOOF Cemetery. A brief obituary notes the services in Alexandria.
Mercy Hospital records show admissions for Mrs Virgil Roop, Charles Sexton Sr, Earl Shockney, Mrs Leonard Stover and a newborn son to Mr and Mrs Donald Cass. Dismissals include Mrs William Lang Janet Kilgore Susan Ogden and Vera Pappas. Robert Ellis transferred to Community Hospital by Copher and Fesler ambulance.
A strong earthquake struck the Northern Celebes region of Indonesia at 6 14 p m EDT reported by the National Earthquake Center. The quake measured about 6 75 to 7 on the Richter scale and was described as potentially destructive.
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