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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1970
Page
1
Anderson's branch of the Employment Security Division will move to its new two story office building at Ninth Street and Central Avenue next weekend. Local manager J D Armlong stated the office will open for business Friday but the service will be fully operational at the new location, 26 Ninth Street.
Michael B. Tucker, 21, of 1638 BE 48th St, fled the criminal investigation division on the security floor of the police Headquarters Thursday afternoon while being questioned about an armed robbery. A statewide alert was issued and authorities pursued him after he reportedly escaped through the detective’s office and out the rear door. Tucker is described as six feet tall, stocky, with reddish-brown hair and about 240 pounds. Centers, 21, of 3105 Pitt St, is also charged with armed robbery and parole violation after a separate incident. The Grant County Taxpayers Association filed a suit to overturn real estate reassessment figures, claiming overvaluation. A new Modern Structure project in Anderson is expanding federal funds and space, with an open house planned but a date pending.
Depathé Bates, a 41 year veteran of the Arlerson Valley department, was elected president of the Indiana Police Firearms Training Association at its first meeting. The group sponsors state shooting matches, conducts training programs, and supplies equipment to smaller departments. Russell Hiatl named firearms instructor for the Indiana University Bloomington academy.
A medium strength quake struck southwest Germany near the sub-Alpine region damaging Hohenzollern Castle. No injuries were reported though parts of the chapel area collapsed into a courtyard endangering valuable cannons, according to a caretaker.
A local forum featured divergent views on abortion rights with residents including David Pappan and Karen Sheldon discussing who should decide a pregnancy outcome. A 20 year old Anderson College student argued abortion should be legalized in various cases while others urged parental or doctor authority and cautioned against risky medical decisions.
Funeral services have been held for Pind Burton of St Giles. The rites were conducted by Reverend Giles at the church, followed by interment in Ehgood Cemetery. Friends may attend at the Witker Bratiees today after dawn.
Nixon’s address drew praise for its uplifting tone from Senate leaders while critics argued it offered no concrete funding plans. The piece notes Mansfield called it impressive and Swalla praised its spirit, with college educator Nicholson praising proposals and a January Term expansion.
Noblesville and surrounding areas report multiple deaths. Cray, William of Noblesville, a retired carpenter, dies at Riverview Hospital after long illness. survivors include wife Verna Silvey and children Walter and Margaret. Services set at Coaltrn Funeral Home with burial in Crownland. Laura Vestal, 97, lifelong resident, dies after extended illness. memories include work at Sefton Manufacturing and Union Traction Company. Survivors include a son and nephew. Summville resident William Inglis, 77, retired farmer, dies at home. services pending with final rites at Mortuary in Alexandria, burial in South Mount Cemetery ghost.
The article reports on charges including obstruction of the administration of justice in a Cleveland case tied to the killings of Joseph Yablonski and family as witnesses before a federal grand jury in Washington. It notes travel from Cleveland to Clarksville Pa and the involvement of underworld figures, with details on family victims and ongoing investigations. Additional items reference campus programs, political commentary, and local obituaries.
Obituary notices for Mrs Nallia Galling Ais and several others list survivors, birthplaces, and service details. The reports note final rites at local churches, with pallbearers, and interment at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery. Additional mentions include relatives in Indianapolis Valparaiso and Pennsylvania.
The council considered six Madison Ave parcels to the west of Turtle Creek for a 161 unit apartment complex by Robert J. Revkan, two Washington Blvd sites for reconstruction of Washington Apartments by Mark and Marilyn Lamey, rezoning 2.2 acres on Mast Sard Street for Armor Federal Savings and Loan, and 2229 Michel Ave parcels for L-3 residential use with a funeral chapel by Ralph Pirpiasnn.
North Vietnamese forces raised threat levels with alleged plans for Tet offensives near Da Nang and Saigon. Reports say 2nd Division units prepared, while Viet Cong and Viet Minh roles were discussed amid heightening tension before the holiday. Observers noted possible shelling and troop movements around the Mekong Delta and Saigon outskirts.
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