21 Jan 1969
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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1969
Page
1
The American Legion marks its 50th anniversary with a March 13 issue at Washington during the ninth annual conference. A ceremony and banquet honor Congress as committees plan programs. First day covers with 6 cent stamps must be sent to the Washington postmaster by March 1.
After over two decades in national affairs, Hubert H. Humphrey contemplates a Senate bid two years after Nixon's inauguration. Close aides suggest Humphrey has discussed political plans little since the Nixon victory, signaling a possible return to public life rather than retirement.
Attica stamps depict pink azaleas daffodils and crabapples in bloom while a Washington stamp shows Potomac imagery. In Fort Wayne J Edward Roush announces joining Parker and Hoover law firm. Indianapolis reports Willard Quick drowns as trial lawyer Ferdinand Samper recalls failed rescue attempt.
The article discusses Project A funding for Anderson High School expansion and housing plans that fell short. New homes costing 18 000 to 25 000 were built, failing to blend with surrounding structures and risking blight within 15 to 20 years. Officials warn substandard blocks could derail neighborhood value and propose land clearance and resale for new homes. Humphrey emerges as party leader amid broader civil rights and housing policy context. Funeral notices indicate services at Sells and Rowe Funeral Home for local residents.
Vietnamese and American forces report Viet Cong ambushes near Saigon leaving one 31-foot patrol boat sunk by rocket fire and mine, with one American killed and nine wounded. A helicopter gunship was shot down, and the attackers pressed a continuing effort to disrupt infiltration from Cambodia as Nixon inauguration looms.
A detective sergeant leads an Indiana State Police probe into juvenile crime as four youths face sentences or charges. Robert Lewis Mills and another teen are linked to a December break in, with one awaiting psychiatric exam results. Local officials discuss downtown housing and a proposed Fire Station 2 move, amid concerns from ACT members about security and community involvement.
The article recounts Senator Johnson returning to Texas after years in Washington amid a sentimental homecoming. A military helicopter, Air Force One, and a sea of waving supporters frame the farewell as Johnson and his family depart for a final homeward phase.
A clipped political passage recounts Nixon praising decency and faith while invoking Lincoln and Wilson to urge unity and global responsibility. It notes parallels with Kennedy’s inaugural sentiments about strength, peace, and avoiding weakness as nations seek to challenge the world. The cuts also include a Washington restaurant study and a long obituary line for Rev. William S. Green, linking religious service to community ties.
Cecil Fischer 78 died suddenly at the Meridian Hotel he owned land and operated in Madison County. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Baker Brothers Funeral Home. Clay Morris son-in-law of Joan Pearman died in Ft Lauderdale. services at Harold B Rozelle Funeral Home. Cecil N Holder of Union City buried at Union City Cemetery after service at 301 WY 9th St. Yoterment 12 30 today. Airlines show interest in Anderson with three daily Chicago round trips. city lacks airport service. City board reelected Huggins as president. officers Brown and Elpers named. Second fire in five days fatally burns Ben Jones 69 in Indianapolis. cause sparks from defective smoke plot and kerosene. Marketing continues with livestock handlers and service employees in Indianapolis.
Authorities worry over 132 pound loads as unions press for higher wages and pensions. Supervisors keep the yards running with a proposed maximum load of 112 pounds per trip for dock workers, while AFL-CIO affiliates weigh in.
Charles F Shock son of Mr and Mrs Kenneth N Shock of 2432 Farkner St was named Sailor of the Month for November aboard the USS Coontz deployed in the West Pacific. He was cited for efficiency devotion to duty and service to crew mates. Shock and his wife Dorothy live in San Diego California aboard the destroyer guided missile ship USS Coontz.
Treasury Secretary Bart says middle income Americans may mount a taxpayers revolt unless tax reform is undertaken promptly. He testifies before the Joint House Senate Economic Committee that tens of millions in the 7000 to 20080 bracket feel unfairly burdened. He warns of anger among high earners citing 155 returns with AGI above 1200,000 in 1907 showing no federal tax paid, including one over 1 million.
Lloyd R. Payne 4 of Fowlerton died Sunday at Marion General Hospital after a 10 day stay. He worked 15 years at Owens-Ilinois Glass Co. in Gas City. Survived by Mila and three daughters Violet Metzger Rankin Fairmount Ern Rankin Fairmount Nadine Williams Fowlerton. three sons Frank Charles Fairmount Clyde Mayton. sisters Minsie Saunders Stratford Missouri Ruth Savaga Phillipsburg Missouri Pearl Young Nevada Missouri. brothers Floyd Nevada Missouri Paul Fairmount. 11 grandchildren. Funeral 2 p.m. Wednesday United Methodist Church Fowlerton Rev Janes Boyle officiating. Burial Park Cemetery Fairmount. Hunt Funeral Home Fairmount. Voluntary church offering noted.
Larry Owens 22 son of Corinne Taylor Owens of McCordsville dies in an explosion at a construction site in Indianapolis where he worked. Funeral services set for 2 p.m. today at the Ronald Seals Funeral Home Fortville with interment at Oaklawn Cemetery Oaklandon.
A truncated passage reflects on the republic’s core aims and the Founding Fathers’ pledge. The text strives to express enduring civic duty and the aim to establish justice insure domestic tranquility provide for the common defense promote the general welfare and secure liberty for posterity.
Advice on keeping promises emphasizes careful commitment and ethics. It warns against broken promises that cause harm and stresses that change of mind is not a valid excuse. The piece advocates promising only what one can keep and valuing self discipline and integrity as key to honor and respect.
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