Toll Nears 20 In Iowa Flash Floods
Flash floods in southwest Audubon Iowa killed at least 14 and left three missing as authorities battled rising waters. Des Moines feared a seven foot crest on the Raccoon River while floods threatened farms west of the city. Red Cross and National Guardsmen helped evacuations and inoculations amid extensive property damage.
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Hamlin
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Red Cross
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Indiana bribery trial tainted by Craig era scheme
A jury begun deliberations in Indianapolis on whether Elmer Sherwood and William Sayer conspired with Arthur Mogilner to bribe state officials, including ex Governor George N. Craig, in a scheme that prosecutors say cost Indiana taxpayers about $60,000. The case centers on payments and favors linked to state contracts and political influence, with Mogilner admitting to past bribes while defending witnesses urge caution amid political warfare claims.
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UPI
Elmer
Doc) Sherwood
William E. Sayer
Indiana
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George N. Craig
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Craig
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Arthur J. Mogiliver
Nan Virgil
Red) Smith
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Leroy _ K
Dollar Lumber Yard
YMCA Drive Chairmen Named for 1958 Campaign
Chairmen Mrs. Read B Canaday and Carl Campbell were named to lead the YMCA drive with a goal of 59000. Russell Hulse announced the appointments and said over 1000 volunteers would be listed. Four resort luncheons are planned Sept 22 27 with a five day drive. Campbell and Canaday noted arrangements for team leaders and campaign committees.
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Carl Campbell
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Vaica
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Canaday
Anderson Ymca
Read-Canacay
Indiana
Srisienai
Ite
Airport Meeting Set For Tuesday In Anderson Project Clash
A public meeting is planned for July 1 at City Hall to discuss the Anderson airport project. Commission chair Mathern Brown says the session will cover progress and strategic options amid a Mason Circuit Court injunction suit by three residents seeking to halt the project. Mayor Ferguson and City Attorney Campbell will attend as efforts continue to secure federal aid and push the airport toward operation.
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Mathern Brown
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Circuit Court
Ralph E. Ferguson
Jack Campbell
Lis
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Airport Commission
Chamber Safety Event Promises National Safety Council Review
The Anderson Chamber of Commerce announces a safety program review by Hallie Meyers of the National Safety Council next Friday at the Anderson Country Club. Meyers will assess 1957 activities, compare with similar cities, present an award, and evaluate traffic safety efforts. Milford Barron leads the chamber committee.
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Anderson Country Club
Anderson
Chamber
Milford Barron
Hallie Meyers
Meyers
United States
Consul Reports Additional Releases Expected From Caribbean
U S consul at San Ito says a group of kidnap victims freed recently by Cuban rebels were flown to Guantanamo. Park Tiago accompanied by a jeep party helped secure their release. World war era notes indicate more captives may be freed Wednesday and Thursday at naval Wollam.
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van Tarp
Guantanamo
Parktiago
Convict Admits Rape and Split Escape Details
A released American and Canadian engineers describe rebels treating them well while warning of bombs said to be made in America used against the Cuban government. U S Navy recovery flights resumed as captives were to be returned from Guantanamo. Police report later confession links thefts to escapes from the Indiana Reformatory with two additional escapees still at large.
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William Koster
Akron
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Ore
Lier
Terry
Corna
Thomas
Batista
Guantanamo
Tripoli Area Cease-Fire Sought By Rebel Forces
Rebels and Lebanese Army began a ceasefire in Tripoli's El Mina Dock area after eight weeks of fighting. Residents waved white sheets from roofs as calm appeared and the warring sides agreed to lay down arms in the port sector.
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el Mina
State files criminal action against quarry firm
The county prosecutor filed a public nuisance suit against Standard Materials Corporation of Indianapolis over the Lapel quarry case and blast damage. A civil contempt action in Hamilton County Circuit Court named two judges. one judge, Thomas White, was struck from the panel. Rebel activity in Lapel Town and cholera fears were mentioned amid court and city turmoil.
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Mel Thornburg
Johny Scott
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Delaware
Robert Caine
Grant County Circuit Court
New Arrivals In Anderson And Vicinity
Born at St. John's Hospital to Mr and Mrs Chester Alfrey 30 E 29th St a girl Mr and Mrs Howard E Wilk inson 710 W 4th St 2 girls Mr and Mrs Elijah Reeves WE Sth St a girl
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Howard E. Wilkinson
Elijah Reeves
Blanche Addison Brightens Paterson Start
Blanche Addison brings a light moment to Paterson New Jersey as morning crowds share a chuckle and begin the day with a cheerful note from a local up front report.
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N. J
Blanche Addison
Full Set Of Golf Clubs Sold First Day
Westender reports heavy response to a classified ad for a full golf club set. Twenty prospective buyers contacted the paper and the seller moved the clubs the very first day with a weekly rate and cancellation option for ads.
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Westender
Lincoln Flatboat Reenactment Set for July Route Along Ohio Mississippi
A re enacted Lincoln era flatboat trip will traverse the Ohio and Mississippi rivers starting July 12 from Rockport to New Orleans. The 1958 remake features a modern crew and a parade through Memphis with officials and a Confederate capture reenactment.
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Orleans
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New Orleans
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Frank Swallow Jr
U. S
Allen Gentry
Memphis
Tenn
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Ana Lincoln
Frank Clements
Split Council Blocks County Road 600W Project
The Madison Avenue road funding fight shows a split County Council voting against a $20 000 appropriation. State Tax Board disapproval of the measure risks federal aid for the 600W project and a possible standstill on the county road program.
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Ae Peer County
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George Early
William Byer
Nccess Washington
UPI
Adams
Bernard Goldfine
Mackson County
Aeonee
Sarz
Sherman Adams
Washington
Ditiontract
Muncie
Goldfine
Mii
Clifton Paddock
Middle Disttict
Clyde Jams and Associates Comany
Permit Issued For 115000 Shopping Center
A permit was issued yesterday by County Building Inspector Floyd Hane cock for a 115000 shopping center at 2812 Nichol Ave. The project by W. Anderson Investment of Indianapolis and Cannon Construction Co. covers 230 by 662 feet with 25000 square feet and parking for 222 cars. Initial structure will be a Marsh Foodliner and drug store. Access blocked temporarily by Madison County Planning Commission and State Highway Department due to drainage issues. In June permits were issued for 24 new Madison County homes totaling about 301000, mostly in Anderson and surrounding areas.
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Nichol Ave
W. Anderson
Indianpolis
Cannon Construction Company
Indianapolis
Ermit
Marsh Foodliner
Made Ison County Planning Commission
State Highway Department
Madison County
Anderson
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