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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1962
Page
7
The Supreme Court took action on two cases that could affect the Federal Power Commission's authority over natural gas prices. The decision involves substantial implications for energy regulation and rate setting.
Defense Secretary McNamara’s push to replace manned bombers with missiles drew Senate objections. The debate centered on the B70 and overall missile reliance, with critics noting continued bomber needs despite projected missile development. The issue followed related court actions on Federal Power Commission rate cases and other regional notices. Filed appeals involved Willmut Gas and United Gas Pipe Line regarding rate authority and refunds amid ongoing hearings.
Mrs. Russell Adams and six others attended a Woman's Christian Temperance Union workshop at the New Castle Church of God. The event drew twenty seven members and two guests, with various officers and leaders listed among attendees. Visitors included Mrs. Coroin Templeton and Mrs. Nettie Pattinger.
In Fishersburg Wesleyan Church Rev Loren Crowe and Mrs Crowe led morning and evening services with local families and visiting relatives in attendance. The piece notes several social visits across nearby towns including Indianapolis and California, and mentions ongoing church activities and a January gathering of the Wesleyan Missionary Society. Chicago report adds a note on winter traction advice from the National Safety Council.
The Shirley fire department ends a six month period with no alarms since January 17 after eight runs in 1961. Notable fires include January 8 home of Albert Coomer, January 27 Leffler home blaze, and other minor incidents. The department, active in local events, plans a startup coin and stamp club meeting January 26 at 2 30 p m at the town hall.
Indiana and Purdue universities plan to share extension centers to broaden educational programs. Purdue will offer an engineering course at I U Gary, with further cross institute offerings under a statewide educational program led by university and church leaders.
Sunday morning speaking at Fifth Street Methodist Church in a Park Place WCTU silver medal contest featured Paulette Hellums as winner. Virday in Junior Chapel of First Virginia Kiper, Roverta Newman, Evangelical United Brethren, Sharon Hoffman and Jane Hiatt were noted participants.
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