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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1964
Page
2
Editorial calls out Madison County grand jury for recess without investigating May primary election irregularities and absentee ballots. Urges public pressure on officials and suggests directing findings to the next grand jury, with calls to contact the county judge and prosecutor.
President Johnson will light a 72 foot white spruce donated by Chester town New York as the nation’s Christmas tree. Americans will spend over $155 million on 46 million trees with prices ranging from 25 cents to 2.50 on the stump and about 6 to 7 dollars retail.
The National Better Business Bureau warns during Yuletide that con artists target shoppers. Consumers should buy from reputable dealers and avoid unknown hawkers, mail order firms, charity pleas, and door to door vendors. Retailers report a surge in theft during the season, noting many culprits are women.
University of Michigan School of Public Health researchers report an 18-month study finding that the belief “It can’t happen to me” is a major barrier to adopting preventive health measures. The perception grows with disease severity and perceived incurability, influencing health behavior.
By Rowland Evans and Robert Novak, Brazil essay highlights Parana state as a rare bright spot amid national chaos. It notes Parana’s honest governance, steady industry, and the dominant coffee sector boosting its economy 500 miles from Rio de Janeiro.
A collage of name mishearings and brief political analysis explains why Brazil’s Parana province shows Christian Democrats as a pragmatic force under Gov. Ney Braga. The piece argues a new reform party may emerge from his coalition with business and landowners, while nationwide hopes for reform face uncertain fate. A side note reports research by Florida on orange tree water content and productivity.
This fragment promotes dating psychology for girls, claiming success via ego inflation and compliments. It references Mavis D. and Dr. Crane Mellor, offering a “Compliment Club” booklet for 20 cents plus stamps and a self-addressed envelope. It advises focusing on the boy’s ego and desires to secure another date or husband.
A guide urges women to boost a man's ego by smiling and offering sincere compliments rather than self advertisement. It warns against belittling things and notes that praise can raise his mood and attention, while sarcasm can deflate him.
Washington AFP report says Senator Goldwater pressed Republican leaders for off the record guidance aimed at holding core anti Johnson voters and attracting suburban backers. He wrote to 132 committee members via a confidential RNC letter and met at his Phoenix home with party figures to discuss party mistakes and corrective steps.
Roger E Spear warns that buying 850 shares of Houston Fearless without researching is risky. The firm, small and diversified in film processing space missiles and plastics, ran deficits in 1961 and last year, with the stock near $1 bid. Recommend selling to avoid further loss.
Washington API reports three Indiana projects win anti poverty grants announced by President Johnson. Awards include 275048 dollars for adult basic education, 74000 dollars for governor's office technical assistance for the Community Action Program, and a Job Center at Branchville Perry County with no amount disclosed.
Julien C Hyer notes in France on Twelfth Night the feast of lights and oysters with truffles snails goose mullet lobster tails and local wines. St Nicholas brings sweets to well behaved children while a cake with a ring selects a King.
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