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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1962
Page
20
An informal Florida note from a northern observer recalls a long winter, sun soaked days, and quirky local habits. The writer jokes about the fountain of youth origin, notes the oddities of Florida life, and muses on meeting strangers who greet with a warm, puzzled friendliness.
In Muncie Indiana Warren Shoecraft 45 died after returning to his burning three room house to fetch more clothes. John Wilcox and Eddie Pritchett driving by saw him emerge from the flames in shorts then reenter. They forced the back door but flames and a collapsing kitchen ceiling prevented escape. The northeast Muncie dwelling burned as bystanders watched.
A parent suggests using a calendar to reinforce good routines. Each disarmingly simple cue prompts children to form desirable habits. The exchange highlights praise through marks and stars as motivation for consistent behavior.
A compact listing of crossword clues with across and down entries from a daily puzzle. Entries include definitions for embraces intrigue martini relish sultan decree excavated coal foot like part identical huge military display circle of light accustom not short betters devours a period of time eat Indian food ducks angry medieval helmet walking sticks VIP officer slang deputy fragment entice candlenut trees turf act as chairman punctuation mark estranges storage area rosary bead guided mature Notre Dame water spouts revolve crocus name crowns heap soon wheel spoke patriotic hymn Khan sleeps native of Copenhagen solar disc for fear that small flap to blunder wine cup torn cloth.
A cryptogram explains that one letter stands for another with examples and hints. It notes daily changes and shows a sample mapping while referencing a past quote by MICHELANGELO and a tidbit about a 1962 publication line.
This article urges gradual weight loss through proper nutrition and exercise to avoid a tired look. It advises avoiding faddish diets, maintaining skin suppleness with lubrication, and including regular workouts. Readers can request a calorie chart by sending a self‑addressed envelope to leaflet No. 36 via the Register and Tribune Syndicate in Des Moines Iowa.
Gladiolus bloom about three months after corms or bulbs are planted. In warm areas plant early in the year to speed emergence. In cold climates wait until danger of freezing is past. As a preventive against thrips, dust corms with five percent DDT.
Household tips describe cleaning concrete with trisodium phosphate mixed in hot water and brushing to remove paint. It also advises shellac coating parchment lampshades for easy cleaning and suggests using paste floor wax as a neutral shoe polish substitute for light or dark shoes.
Tom alone completes the fence in three hours and together with Jerry take two hours. Jerry alone thus needs six hours. One hour Tom does one third of the job and both together do two thirds per hour. Subtract one third from two thirds and invert to find Jerry’s rate.
Reynolds Metals Co announced it has entered the insulated electrical wire and cable market. The Chester, Pennsylvania plant, bought from Ford Motor Co for 2 million dollars, has begun production after 12 years of producing uninsulated wire and cable. President David Reynolds led the expansion.
A 15 year old submitted an essay to a students prize contest on Prehistoric Times claiming books were very scarce. The bold remark reflects the contestant's view of ancient knowledge access. The line stands out as a memorable, humorous take for the entry.
A column presents pragmatic advice to readers facing relationship and youth problems. A moody husband who sulks is advised to take a public speaking course to express emotions, while a student advised to earn a class ring should seek extra work or a car mechanics course. A Marine plans for marriage after service, with guidance to wait for a sound foundation and instructions to mail responses to Helen Erskine.
In Reader's Courtroom, Will Bernard recounts Brown dying after a stroke on the day his life policy expired. The insurer refused payment, claiming the policy was no longer in effect. The judge notes a life policy covers death, not illness, and asks whether the widow may prevail under law varying by state.
A report warns that households could suffer illness and death within the year based on claims by Rines. The item outlines alleged omens and cautions readers to expect widespread health dangers and possible fatalities during the coming months.
Thomas M. Kramer son of Mrs Edith Kramer of Daleville Indiana enrolled at Porter College in Indianapolis. He began the Business Administration and IBM Data Processing Course January 8 as a day student. He graduated from Daleville High School active in Chorus Band and sports and plans a future in business.
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