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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1955
Page
17
The Pennsylvania Railroad reported November 1955 net income of 3.22 million dollars, down 643 thousand from November 1954. For the first 11 months of 1955 earnings rose to 40.59 million dollars, more than double the 1954 period, despite higher gross revenues and increased expenses.
Elwood announces new 1956 automobile license plates go on sale January 3 at the Elwood bureau. Dorothy Price urges reserved-number holders to pay in advance and bring tax receipts. A tax representative will assist Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 to 11:30 p.m. starting January 4. Residents may contact him to complete tax forms.
Elwood groups plan Christmas dinner for aged residents with charity help from churches sororities and clubs. Salvation Army kettles report low donations and applications for baskets. efforts focus on delivering meals and treats to nursing homes hospitals and pensioners in Elwood Tipton Alexandria.
Elwood pupils and sponsors aid Marion Veterans and Riley Memorial hospitals with about 2000 pieces including tray favors and tree decorations. Gifts were organized by the Junior Red Cross, led by Mrs. John Haynes, with contributions from local schools and Lions Club volunteers to benefit Christmas fund efforts.
The London Guild of Mercy Hospital hosted a Christmas luncheon and gift exchange at Mrs. Sam Laudeman's home with Mrs. Michael White presiding. Elwood Hobby Club held a Christmas party at Mangas Cafeteria with dinner, corsages, a gift exchange, and carols. Dorcas Class shared a Christmas party at Zion Chapel Church with a dinner and gift exchange then. Local residents Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Rittenhouse plan holidays with Harve Lineberry and will move to Gary for his stationing.
Mr and Mrs Forest Stewart hosted Sunday for Stewart Furniture Store staff and spouses. The group dined at Top Hat then relaxed at the Stewart home with a social time. Attendees included Dunkirk residents Denzel and Cad Miller Warren Stark Jackie Brown Howard Gruff Bill Russell Mont Louis Sneed Br D Rowe Barbara Parish Coy Rowe and others.
Government sources report roving beasts have harmed 3,413 people in the state over the past five years. Officials warn of ongoing danger as wildlife threats persist throughout the region.
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