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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1960
Page
2
Janis Rakovis and his daughter Lita Grobeklis met in Chicago after 16 years separated by the Iron Curtain. Their celebration was muted by Rakovis’ wife Anna’s confinement in New York for tuberculosis tests.
A roundup highlighting Bill Mazeroski’s World Series homer and Floyd Patterson’s comeback, U S Olympic teams, Nicklaus and the golf dominance, boxing and baseball upheavals, and notable events like the air crash that killed 16 at Toledo. It notes Stan casey Stengel’s exit and the rapid AL expansion debates.
Wisconsin boxing coach Vern Woodward says intercollegiate boxing still has life despite the 1969 Mohr tragedy. Following the May faculty vote to drop boxing, colleges like Washington State Sacramento State and San Jose State ended programs. Woodward cites a slim future but notes potential for a comeback if competition and safety improve.
The AP writes that heavy rain besets the LA Chargers and Houston Oilers as they prepare for the AFL title game at an uncovered field. Houston is favored by six points after a 24-21 Chargers win in November, a game dubbed the sawdust battle.
A historical note states that one cubic foot of lead has a weight of 708 pounds. This fact reflects the metal’s high density and is often cited in discussions of material science and physics.
Two men described as top Communist party figures helped arrange a Chicago youth conference slated to start Friday night. The event at Albany Park Center drew a small group as protesters gathered, while organizers claim no Communist link despite FBI and police notes.
Pete Pihos resigns as Tulane assistant coach after two seasons to pursue another coaching connection at the NCAA convention in Pittsburgh. He says he will remain in coaching and reflects on his experience under Coach Pilney in the South. Pihos, Indiana alum and Chicago native, played for IU’s 1945 Big Ten title team.
A roundup listing Indiana athletes and teams across multiple sports. It notes champions and top finishers in football, golf, swimming, track, tennis, softball, shooting, and more, naming schools such as Indiana University Purdue Notre Dame and Indiana State along with individual standouts like J R Bishop and Mike Troy.
Mainichi reported the Japanese Communist Party ran a four year school to train 1050 revolutionaries in Red China to prepare for taking over the government.
Directors of Broadway Hale Stores and Marston Co have agreed to a consolidation. Broadway will trade one share of its common for 1 percent of Marston.
Washington AP. The National Association of Broadcasters called 1960 a year of trial for radio and TV industry. It credited stations and networks with public service gains, praised fair debate coverage, self regulation, and efforts to meet community needs while overcoming payola and quiz show scandals.
Dr. Robert Soblen, 60, facing wartime atomic espionage charges, wins a bail reduction to 10,000 claiming incurable leukemia and near death. Judge Palmieri accepts health report noting Soblen in final stages and near death, with Soblen to be released next week pending trial alongside brother Jack Soble, who has a separate sentence.
The Massachusetts Boxing Commission reports total receipts of 34 426 dollars for 1960, the largest in 11 years. The 5 percent tax brought in 31 734 dollars and license fees 2 692 dollars. Attendance reached 70 244 from 46 276 in 1959, with receipts 300 782 compared to 121 758.
Funeral services for Tracy S McCraken Wyoming publisher and longtime Democratic national committeeman were held in Cheyenne with about 1000 attendees including state governors and party officials. President-elect Kennedy and Vice President-elect Johnson sent condolences as McCraken who died Monday of an internal disorder had published six dailies and owned radio TV interests in Wyoming and Nebraska.
Anthony C. Durham 22, a former truck factory worker, was arrested by FBI agents on a federal bank robbery charge for the $1,566.75 Drover Street Federal Credit Union holdup in Indianapolis. Credit union manager Alton Aarant said the robber, armed, accosted him December 9 as he returned from the bank with payroll cash.
The Laos crisis widens as factions clash and outside powers stake influence. Premier Boun Oum's anti-Communist government gains American support while Souvanna Phouma's neutralist line falters. Britain and France once favored Souvanna but now face questions on long term strategy amid Soviet and Chinese pressure. The United States has provided roughly $300 million in five years, mostly military aid, with continued support to anti-Communist forces despite ambivalence about a lasting solution.
Transatlantic conductor Leopold Stokowski fractured his hip in a fall at his New York apartment. He underwent a successful operation on the injury Friday, according to his manager.
Services for Oliver Milner Ingalls will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Cornell Bright Funeral Home Pendleton with ministers from Pendleton Christian Church and Pendleton Evangelical United Brethren Church officiating. Burial is in Mendon Cemetery. Friends may pay respects at the funeral home.
Marion Mack Couch 61 of 404 W 34th St died at St Johns Hospital at 4 30 p m Friday He was born in Madison County March 17 1988 a son of Orlando and his life spent in Anderson He is survived by widow Thelma three daughters Jean White Betty Foster and Jama Williams five grandchildren one stepson Ronnie Rector of Muncie two brothers Harry and John and one sister Helen Davis Funeral arrangements are pending with Baker Brothers Funeral Home.
John M. Tolbert 80 retired Delco-Remy worker of Anderson died Friday at St. John’s Hospital born Rush County to Joseph and Margaret Tolbert came from New Castle to Anderson about 40 years ago member East Lynn Christian Church Survived by two daughters Mary Egbert Ashley Anderson two sons Paul and Ray Anderson 12 grandchildren 12 great grandchildren friends viewings at Sells and Rowe Funeral Home today and Sunday services Monday at 10 a.m. conducted by Rev George A Harris burial Angerson Memorial Park Cemetery Teal 75 retired Grand Rapids real estate broker died Thursday services today 2 p.m. Harold E Rozelle Funeral Home burial Pleasant Walk Cemetery mourners may visit awaiting services
Graveside services for John W. Barfield age 53 of 724 Main St will be conducted at 9 30 a m today in Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery by the Rev Monroe G Schuster of Central Christian Church.
The Justice Department accuses defendants in Fayette and Haywood counties of conspiring to deprive African Americans of voting rights. The Fayette suit names 81 defendants and three banks. Haywood mirrors the charge with no trial date set. Alleged acts include refusals to renew insurance, evictions, lists denying credit, and withholding necessities such as gasoline. Notable defendants include Somerville Mayor I P Yancey and Brownsville Mayor C Crowder Chapman. Registration drives pushed Black voter rolls to 1,400 in Fayette and 800 in Haywood.
Chicago AP reports probate court postponed final approval of a contract to sell 52 percent of the Kansas City Athletics stock to Gary Indiana broker Charles C. Finley for 1 975 000. The American League approved the deal, and Judge Robert J. Dunne released 200 000 held by Elliott Stein after he withdrew his bid. The stock is owned by Arnold Johnson's estate.
The British Medical Journal predicts the global population will hit three billion in 1961 at current birth rate 35 and death rate 18 per thousand.
The Earl Van Riper Trio plays nightly at the Stables. A jam session is scheduled Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 with musicians joining in.
The Rev and Mrs John J Trachsel will discuss World Gospel Mission work in China India Formosa Lebanon and Africa at Friends Church 10th and Chase Streets. John Trachsel speaks at 10 45 am and with wife present at 7 pm for screen views.
Publican McGeorge Bundy, Harvard arts and sciences dean, may become special assistant to the president for national security affairs succeeding Gordon Gray under Eisenhower. Governor Vandiver of Georgia reportedly considered for secretary of the army. Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr. discussed for assistant secretary of the navy. Kennedy to hold a news conference Saturday to announce appointments and reveal a task force report on chronically low spirits areas.
City and county officials will be sworn in from Page One as Commissioners Ralph McCord and Jo Biddle assume posts. Nelson Bohannon a new judge at the territorial court will be sworn in by Clerk Fifdéne Creagmile with Judge Carl T. Smith and Henry Schrenker participating. John Manship surveyor elect will also assume office, and all new officials will hold an open house for visitors at 1:30 p.m.
The coroner, nearing completion of the 1960 death report, will finalize his eight year term. Hiday, a Republican, will be succeeded Sunday by Cecil Carmichael, a Democrat and former county coroner.
At Bud's Tavern located on 1925 Broadway a New Year's party features live music and festive party favors for patrons as the city welcomes the new year.
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