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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1962
Page
2
Tuesday night councilman Herb Atkinson voted against forming a housing authority for Anderson, challenging political pressure and arguing for local, economical housing solutions. The editorial notes administration support contrasted with Atkinson’s stand and urges a practical, locally funded approach over federal aid.
Everett Brady, a veteran stereotyper and former foreman at Anderson Newspapers, died this week after a long career starting in 1919. He earned the respect of colleagues, helped others, and remained devoted to his brother Wallace and sister-in-law Josephine. Brady served 32 years with Indianapolis Stereotypers Union Local 38 and was remembered by the Anderson Herald for his steady work and friendships.
Finland prepares for a presidential vote with Urho Kekkonen seeking a second six year term. Opposition leader Dyre Honka withdraws amid unity concerns as Moscow hints at delayed military talks following Kekkonen Khrushchev talks. Neutral stance preserved, Honka sidelined in fallout.
A seven member panel formed on December 29 must report by Monday on a tentative administration plan to raise civilian federal salaries. Expected is a three step raise starting July 1 1962 with later increases in 1963 and 1964, costing at least 1 billion. Government executives and scientists would gain most, while lower brackets see smaller changes. Union leaders dispute comparisons to private industry and push their own definitions.
Walter Lippman argues Goa shows an absolute Portuguese nonnegotiable stance, unlike Indonesia's West New Guinea bid. He contrasts colonial claims, UN roles, and peaceful change with a call for a new world order where Papuans may govern themselves under UN trusteeship.
The United States Chamber of Commerce cites statistics from a New Year appeal for a balanced federal budget. It argues the reason is clear as every child born in 1962 would owe 1603 dollars as their per capita share of the public debt.
A retiree asks about diversifying a Marquette Cement heavy portfolio. Advice favors splitting 7500 across several stocks and a savings account to reduce risk, while highlighting inflation taxes and the federal debt burden measured at 295 billion. The letter stresses gradual diversification and keeping a secure, income producing mix.
Piece reviews Kennedy administration bench vacancies with 38 U. S. Supreme Court or federal seats unfilled, notes committee activity, and cites President Kent’s appointments as part of the federal judiciary update. The column references the National Association of Attorneys and a plan to fill vacancies, plus a note on a health pamphlet by Dr. Brady discussing nail growth and nutritional factors.
Dr George W Crane notes that Mr C H Schroeder now in his 90s has taken up wood carving since age 60. Schroeder started with basement workshop and instructional books, teaching himself fine carving from color pictures of birds and fish. The piece highlights hobbies helping life span and avoiding rust out.
A fragmented column blends a humorous verse about twins who swap names with comic outcomes, followed by bits on cattle in Madison, craft hobbies, and portrait sketches of Mr Schroeder's carved birds. The piece then shifts to Navy history notes, Dewey's Manila Bay victory, and a call to use the Golden Years for new hobbies while warning against public griping about ailments.
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