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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1960
Page
1
Bethany groups hosted Christmas dinners at homes on Nichol Avenue and across Summitville. Members and guests shared devotions, lessons, and carols, with secret pals revealed and baskets prepared for charity. The Bethany Senior Christian Endeavor led carolling as plans began for January meetings and a Moonville Home Demonstration Club gathering.
Tennessee State A&I, riding a seven game unbeaten streak after an opening loss, held a substantial lead in the UPI small college basketball ratings. The Tigers captured 15 of 21 first place votes and 186 points while Hofstra earned 163 points with two first-place ballots.
A college coach endorses daily Bible study as essential, citing consistency and discipline as key to success. He highlights readings from Old and New Testaments and links them to athletic and personal growth, while listing top teams and votes from coaches for the week.
The Rev and Mrs William B Housam of the Baptist Church invite all members families and friends to a New Year’s Eve gathering Saturday December 31 from 7 to 10 pm in the church basement. A play and program precede the meal and party. Participants include the Bair and Bozell families Mason family Fallis Kirkpatrick Montgomery and others from Indianapolis Gaston Alexandria and nearby areas.
Oliver Milner a retired New York Central Railroad employee of Ingalls died Thursday morning in the Scott Nursing Home Pendleton He was born June 10 1896 in Hancock County son of Jacob and Elizabeth Milner and lived in Ingalls 61 years Survivors include three sons Ira Earl Walter two daughters Inez Cottrell Eunice Warner four grandchildren six great grandchildren two brothers Ad and Alvin Funeral arrangements were pending at Cornell Bright Funeral Home Pendleton Local visits and family gatherings noted in extended obituary text
NFPA reports about 5,600 fire deaths occurred in homes in 1959, roughly half of total deaths. About 30 percent of casualties were children. Property losses exceed 100 million dollars and are rising sharply. Final 1960 figures awaited.
Notes from the report show all test animals sent to France for radiation study, most survived the blast though many suffered burns. The newborn lamb has shown no ill effects from radiation so far.
Welsh seeks a board majority for the five member commission with terms expiring July 1 1962. He warns state officials with contracts could face court action if salaries are cut by the new governor. Garlic advanced through Delco Remy plants becoming manufacturing manager in 1956. Harrison, a Purdue graduate, held roles at Delco Remy and GM before leading the Muncie plant and later the Olathe operation. Heritage joined Delco Battery plant in Muncie in 1937 rising to chief inspector and assistant plant superintendent. The report notes the toll road bond issue and calls for the legislature and body to have no control over spending until the administration acts.
Archibald Cox named solicitor general replacing Rankin while Robert V. Roosa becomes under secretary of the treasury for monetary affairs. The changes come as U S officials discuss possible UN or other international avenues and recounts in states. Rome Flea Market faces demolition for a luxury apartment project amid opposition. Mayor Ferguson undergoes surgery for gall bladder removal and improves. Sheriff Goehring remains in fair condition.
Stuart D. Goodwin 74 of 406 N Canal St Alexandria died Thursday at St Johns Hospital Anderson at 1 p m He was born December 25 1886 in Scranton PA son of Marcus and Jennie Wheeler Goodwin He married Maud Smith December 31 1906 in New York He came to Alexandria in 1928 He was former superintendent of Alladin Industries Alexandria a member of First Methodist Church past exalted ruler of Alexandria Elks and a charter member of Lombard Masonic Lodge Surviving widow two sons Stuart D Jr Mattoon IL and Richard M Edgewood one daughter Mrs John Jones Garden Grove CA one sister Mrs Ferrence McAllister Plymouth 11 grandchildren 29 great grandchildren Friends may call after 3 p m today at Karl M Kyle Funeral Home Services 3 p m Saturday at the funeral home Rev Charles Taylor First Methodist Alexandria Burial Park View Cemetery Alexandria
Eyskens meets a Socialist delegation and promises amendments when Parliament opens January 3 as the economy aims to recover from revenue losses after Congo independence. Socialist unions have halted the southern economy with a broad strike while northern activity remains uneven and some church groups condemn the walkout. Antwerp port area is the main northern disruption though unions claim spread continues. Church leaders note Women’s Society for Christian Service deaths and identify several church figures and lay members in attendance.
Loren Benjamin Teal 75 a retired Grand Rapids Mich realty broker who moved to Anderson to live with his sister died about 845 pm Thursday at Bright Nursing Home He was born May 6 1885 in Huntington and spent about 50 years in Grand Rapids He was active in First Church of Christ Scientist York Masonic Lodge Scottish Rite and past president of the Grand Rapids Optimist Club Survivors include a brother and sister and several nieces and nephews The body went to Harold E Rozelle Funeral Home Arrangements pending
Funeral arrangements for Sam Townsend 70 of 2030 Park Ave are set for 1 30 pm today at Leamington Hotel Wallace Temple with Rev Earl Petterson officiating. Burial will be in East Maplewood Cemetery following a smorgasbord reception at AME Church. Friends gather at Leonard P Underwood Funeral Home prior to the service. The event precedes a workshop attended by nearly 600 Achievers from nine states.
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