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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1962
Page
1
An AP report from Melbourne states a man a woman and two children aged 11 and 14 were killed Tuesday in Victoria’s bush fires business.
UPI reports Ward's Automotive Records shows new car sales rising to an all time high, with a 6.1 percent increase over the 1960-61 period. The report notes Detroit market strength and suggests sustained demand for new vehicles amid broader nation sales.
A mission study series on Latin American nations began at Grace Methodist Church with sessions led by Mrs. Virgil Peters and Mrs. Arnold Surface. Miss Nila Meier, a Spanish teacher from Anderson College and daughter of Brazilian missionaries, spoke at the first gathering. studies resume Sundays at 6 p.m. through February 4.
Doctors praise COLONAID for easing constipation linked to aging colon muscles. It claims to prevent dry waste, retone flabby walls with rebulking action, and gently stimulate the nerve reflexes for mass movement. An introductory size is advertised as safe and hospital proven, even for expecting mothers.
Marie M. Scheal sues J C Penney Company and Milliam R. Hazzard for 50000 in damages alleging false arrest and imprisonment after a purse search and public accusation of theft. Jury seated. trial resumes at 9 a.m. Judge Nelson Bohannon presiding. plaintiffs' counsel Russell Stewart and Robert Austin. defendants' counsel Peck Scott and Shine.
CAPE CANAVERAL Fla. AP reports a faulty valve in a suit forced astronaut John H Glenn to a one day postponement of the attempt to orbit Earth. NASA officials had not set a new launch date and offered no comment on the delay.
Miss Margaret Thompson, a World Gospel Mission missionary to Urundi Africa, will speak at 7 p.m. today in People's Church at Std and John Sts. Her career includes three five year terms in Africa, teaching at Kayero Primary and Bible Schools and Mieva Bible School. She trained at Asbury College and held pastorships and teaching roles in Kentucky before returning to Africa in 1961.
State Police and Alexandria authorities probe a hit and run on county roads between here and Alexandria. Around 1:20 a.m. a vehicle struck Herman Webb’s car west of Alexandria. No injuries reported. License plate details were obtained as investigators seek the driver. Alexandria police assisted with the investigation.
Mrs Ida Pickering marks her 95th birthday with family gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Maurice Shraver in Middletown. The item lists numerous local residents with birth years and professions, including Alfred Solomon from Anderson born 1941 and Joan Ferrer born 1943, among others.
At Independence Park civilians were shot at close range during a Civic Union rally opposing Balaguer. Four died and many were wounded as tanks arrived and infantry fired. The opposition, led by Civic Union figures and backed by a council in Balaguer's presidency, demanded his resignation amid sanctions lifting disputes.
A two story blaze at Lilly Paint Products Co. in Indianapolis destroyed the plant after burglars reportedly used a welding torch to force an entry. Twenty one fire units battled the flames for two hours. The building’s acetylene tanks and a torch were found in the office. Police suspect a stolen auto paint and body shop supply aided the crime.
An anonymous letter led Cicero police to a youth linked by detective work to at least three minor fires. Authorities also investigated his possible role in a fatal alley blaze that killed four on December 29.
Knight withdraws from the California GOP contest with Sant Knight citing a difficult blow to a tireless campaigner and signaling recovery hope. Nixon, a jailed attorney since his 1960 defeat, followed suit a few weeks later amid a field that includes Assemblyman Joseph Shell Jr. and former Lt. Gov. Harold J. Powers who plan to remain in the race.
Eight cases heard in Elwood City Court Tuesday by Judge Michael Tancey resulted in fines in five cases. Defendants include Earl L. Freeman fined 10 dollars and costs for speeding. Calvin Cutsinger had a lettering violation dismissed. John M. Keller pleads not guilty to reckless driving with trial set for Jan 1. Robert Welcher pleads not guilty to assault and battery with trial set for Jan 25.Donald G. Bolinger fined 142.15 for overweight axle. Woodrow Payne 375 for overweight axle. Thomas Keegan 42.75 for overweight axle. Roy John Rhode 2 dollars and costs.
Circuit Court of Indiana hearings include state of Indiana vs Fred Humphrey with an affidavit for second degree burglary. Ada B Harper vs Hallis N Harper cites a divorce complaint. Quickel Superior Court lists Plumb-Bile Supply Co. vs Fred Smith, a plumbing business, on account. Lee B. Fidler appears in the docket.
Substantial weather effects spread across northern Indiana as snow and ice lingered. A gasoline truck collided with a State Highway Department snow plow on icy U S 41 near Lowell, spilling 3 200 gallons of fuel and prompting emergency cleanup by Lowell volunteers. A third truck jackknifed, delaying traffic an hour while a seven inch snow cover persisted. Robert W. Howard sustained abdominal injuries. Harold A. Nieman was uninjured. Weather forecasts warned of higher river crests on the Wabash and rising Ohio River ice, with prospects of two to three feet above banktop at Lafayette, Covington, and Montezuma. The Ohio remained mostly free of ice despite floating ice from the Miami River.
In Kivu Province church sources report several missionaries were slain by advancing troops amid retaliation after Katanga forces expelled invaders on December 28. Balubakat Youth denounced the priests as Congolese return, prompting mass roundup and executions. Adoula says Gizenga is under protection in Stanleyville awaiting legal action.
Lt. Gen. L. D. Heaton would retain his office as a separate entity under a broad reform plan. An 11 month study by 69 officers and civilians produced a two command structure and a new office of personnel operations to oversee careers for most soldiers. Six actions would transfer weapons testing, move war games, strip operating duties from the general staff, centralize career development, and expand continental training while preserving technical services as branches. The combat developments command would include the St Ord center and various small agencies.
Obituary notices from Anderson and nearby counties list Mrs. Anna Wildridge Diven 81 of 410 W State St Pendleton died at home after a long illness. Survivors include husband Edward Diven son Will Liam Diven daughter Hilda Lahey and others. Funeral arrangements at Pendleton Abeta Funeral Home. Also listed are Edna Ellsworth Summitville Mrs Clara Schauffer Living in Anderson and Lella Livingston Anderson with services forthcoming. Other notices include Miss Bethel Chloe Harrison of Middle Tennessee and Harold E Rozelle Funeral Home transfers to Livingston. Burial plans in Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery and local cemeteries.
Pendleton area students Carolyn A. Shern and Paule R. Wade are among Ball State Teachers College fall quarter’s 105 honor roll scholars. The article notes 7,803 fulltime students on campus, with two Pendleton entrants earning all A’s while balancing work at Hooks Drug Store. Dr Leo Hauptman received a service award in Indianapolis.
The bulletin cites patients released from St Johns Hospital including Mrs Henrietta Mikeshaw Alexandria Mrs Evelyn Donnelly 2036 Van Buskirk Rd Albert Webb 830 Lone Oak Rd William Bennett 2108 Van Buskirk Rd Mrs Elizabeth Bright 24041 Walnut St Joseph Roberson 1 8 Silver St Miller Johns Rt 3 Marion Oller 3122 Pitt St Mrs Bonnie Poston 2310 Mar Nadale Mrs Anna Walker Middletown James Ehle 3709 State Rd 67 E Charles Stanley 42h Walnut St Fred Bell Pendleton Mrs Rosalyn Bagshaw 916 E blr St Mrs Hugh Dolson 210 Donnelly Dr Mrs Roland Dawson and on ter 1935 Beverly Cr Mrs John Willey and daughter 3415 Hamilton Pt Mrs Robert Nighbert and daughter Rt 6 Mrs David Brown and daughter 2420 North Shore Dr Mrs Margaret Walker 1302 Nichol Ave Paul Little 2018 Pearl St Mrs Helen Carico 2125 Walnut Me dhei Rose Ann Needler 1911 Ker wood Dr Darrell Parker Lapel Mrs Virginia Slattery 1314 W 4th St ee.
Edward Shallow 20 Muncie improper passing fined $1 and costs. Charles R Smith 53 1620 Walton St speeding fined $1 and costs. Paul Price 17 3524 Raible Ave speeding 55 and costs. Logan Butler 20 3340 Hamilton Place speeding and costs. Jerry Smith age not listed 2731 Halford St speeding $1 and costs. Ross Liley 63 2104 Morton St traffic signal violation fined $1 and costs. Jack Brenner 35 Alexandria disobeying traffic signal fined $1 and costs. George Pancol presiding. Madison County Democrats gain delegates to state convention, 73 via William Norton. In 1960 Democrats entitled to 71 delegates. Norton said.
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