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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1973
Page
2
Thu night marked the start of three days of inaugural events in Washington for President Nixon's second term. Thirteen Marine trumpeters opened the festivities as Vice President Agnew and Mrs. Agnew arrived for a Smithsonian reception. Dozens of guests explored exhibits as the celebration began.
Howard Thomas, a Florida steelworker, sues for divorce to regain Medicaid limits that cut off his wife Ruth's $117 monthly aid for nursing-home care. He claims the move to help her qualify for benefits while she remains unable to care for herself, amid mounting debt and a 10 day until finalization.
Timothy Leary, fugitive former Harvard instructor, boarded a flight from London and was brought to Los Angeles to face charges of escape drug smuggling conspiracy and income tax evasion. A $5 million bond was set as he was booked at a downtown jail.
Four top officers of Teamsters Local 600 in St. Louis have been indicted and arrested on charges of embezzling more than 108000 dollars in union funds. The officials allegedly paid themselves via unauthorized salary increases, per a sealed federal indictment unsealed in U S District Court in St. Louis. The defendants are Donald D. Lane Clyde R. Goad Daniel R. Mahany and Michael Ryan.
The Associated Press reports two young Indianapolis men died in separate incidents raising the 1973 city traffic deaths to seven. L T Lawson, 26, missed a turn and hit an overpass. Scot A Fiedler, 17, was struck during a hit and run while walking home from study. Rebecca Morefield, 21, was thrown from her car on Indiana 162 near Santa Claus. Max E Smith, 44, died when his pickup collided with a train at Indiana 250 near Kokomo. Police planned meetings to discuss new traffic safety steps.
The council endorsed the YMCA expansion despite ongoing doubts about the master plan and downtown redevelopment goals. Critics warned that granting exceptions could invite other projects to claim special treatment, while YMCA fund raising remains tied to the plan’s integrity. The session nonetheless cleared a key hurdle Thursday.
The board will set dates for bid receipt on street department and electric utility equipment. Purchases include two tandem dump trucks with chassis, a weed cutter, two circuit breakers for the substation, and underground cable installation for the distribution system. No bid dates yet. J F Phillips Iron & Metal Co. won a scrap metal contract. A sewer hearing on Lora Street Mack Drive was postponed with no new date.
Newborns reported at St Johns Hospital include a boy for Phillin Weaver of Rt 7, a boy for Wayne Fox of Markleville, a girl for James Pitts of 1525 E 19th St, and a girl for Lee Brumback of 2921 Central Ave. At Community Hospital a girl was born to Terry Hensley of 706 W Four St and a boy to Larry Hayden of Alexandria.
Multiple death notices from Anderson Indiana area list Mrs Georgia E McIntire 62 of Rt 1, her survivors and funeral details. Mrs M tie M Hilligoss 80 of Seventh Street, details of service at Rowe Weston. Otis P Whitlow 88 of Vero Beach Florida with service in Anderson. other relatives and burial details. Funeral arrangements pending.
Harry V Johnson 73 of 707 Tyrore Drive Muncie died at 12 30 p m Thursday at Ball Memorial Hospital after a two month illness He was born in Cowan a Purdue graduate and retired as a chemical engineer with Union Carbide Niagara Falls New York He belonged to Niagara Falls Presbyterian Purdue Alumni Association and the First Presbyterian Church choir in Muncie He is survived by Zelma T Johnson daughter Mrs Richard Kirchner Columbia Maryland Veryl Johnson son Dallas Texas one sister Mrs Curtis Nixon Cowan Services 8 p m today at First Presbyterian Church Muncie with Rev Edward Zeigler officiating Burial in Oakwood Cemetery Niagara Falls Friends may call after 5 p m today at the funeral home until services
Rose Lorch 9 formerly of 305 Jackson S Alexandria died at 8 20 a m Thursday in a nursing home after a lengthy illness. She was a retired Alexandria teacher and a member of the Seattle Presbyterian. She is survived by sister Caroline Eshelmen Seattle nephew Paul Miller Elwood and great niece Gene Morman Alexandria. Services 2 30 p m Saturday at Karl M Kyle Funeral Home with Rev John Dicken officiating burial in IOOF Cemetery Alexandria. Visitation after 10 a m Saturday.
Mrs. Freda L. Shallenberger, 77, of 2112 S Main St Fortville, died at 5 p.m. Thursday at a local hospital after an illness. She was born in Fortville and was a longtime resident. Survived by husband Ralph L. Shallenberger and several children. Funeral arrangements pending at the local mortuary.
Susan E Meierhoff 94 died at 10 30 p m Wednesday at a local nursing home where she had lived two years She was born in Bun Prairie Illinois moved to Indianapolis area 35 years ago She was a member of Primitive Baptist Church Indianapolis and formerly Ivy Rebekah Lodge and Friendly Club Surviving include son George Scudmore Muncie one grandson two great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren Services 10 30 a m Saturday Baker Brothers Funeral Home Elder Wayne Thacker officiating Burial East Maplewood Cemetery Visitation today 3 5 and 7 9 p m at the funeral home
Captain William Dale Jones of Brooklyn died January 13 from an apparent heart attack after two years of illness. He was 65, born in Anderson, educated at Anderson High School, served in the U.S. Navy and merchant marine for 32 years, and is survived by unspecified relatives.
Washington officials warn that the Nixon budget will slash jobs housing health and social programs in every city. The U S Conference of Mayors National League of Cities and other groups notify 2500 officials that Nixon declined urgent meetings on cuts. Mayors plan spring hearings to pressure Congress and spotlight anticipated reductions in housing subsidies water sewer grants urban renewal and community development funds.
The Lapel Lions Club will host a pancake breakfast on February 10 at the Lions Building from 6:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Proceeds go to fund cancer equipment at IU Medical Center, with Lion members selling tickets and serving hours.
A short prose note urges slowing the rush of modern life but highlights that a single instant can bring instant benefits. Simple acts like calling a friend, sending a greeting, or letting others go ahead can create appreciation, joy, and happiness. The piece frames one moment as priceless in any life.
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