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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1956
Page
3
Mrs Byron Janis speaks of Britons and Americans blending culture at home. She describes dinner rituals with her husband, touring pianist Byron Janis, and notes treasured family recipes like Yorkshire pudding. The piece blends culinary tips with personal reflections on travel and marriage.
Crochet magazine promo notes pattern 875 for gilly hats in straw yarn and other designs by Laura Wheeler. Readers send 25 cents for a Needlecraft book with gift patterns and dozens of new designs, including knitting and embroidery, to The Anderson House Old Chelsea Station New York.
Printed Pattern 561 offers easy fitting lines for jackets in pique linen or lightweight wool. Includes sizes 38 to 48 and yardage details. Direct order by sending thirty five cents plus five cents per pattern to Anne Adams care of The Anderson Herald Pattern Dept New York NY. Include name address zone size and style number.
A group called Points For Parents discusses fireworks safety and parental responsibility. Mr Ao notes difficulty guiding children while some parents allow risky behavior. The article cites concerns about firecrackers and calls for consistent regulation and supervision at family gatherings.
Howard Sharpe, rejoining the Department of Trades and Industry of Anderson Public Schools, was honored Sunday afternoon at a hamburger fry at the Julius home. A plaque from the department was presented to the honoree, with a guest list including Mr and Mrs Dye Mr and Mrs Wysong and several local residents and his wife.
A reader discusses dangers of the street for small children and how constant parental guidance and loving discipline shape self worth. Mothers should set clear outdoor limits, stay nearby, and express love to prevent fear and encourage safe play. Myrtle Meyer Eldred invites letters for further discussion.
The Ontinish Club will meet today at the YMCA for its regular weekly luncheon. Matt Sehager, program chairman, will present a matron notice and Walden Vanasdat will assist.
Elwood will observe Independence Day with business closures. The Elwood Auxiliary Police plan a fireworks display at Callaway Park athletic field after dark Wednesday, rain date Saturday, second annual show lasting about 90 minutes with 22 ground pieces and 160 aerials including two flying saucers and two flying pigs. Funds raised by donations from merchants and residents. Lions Home Show members plan the annual home show October 6 at Elwood Armory with committees named for publicity, sales, fixtures, and safety.
The Golden Hour Home Demonstration club met at Glenn Boone’s home Tuesday afternoon with 38 members and six guests. Guests included Mrs. R. C. Woodruff, Mrs. Jessie Throckmorton, Mrs. Anna Atkinson, Mrs. Mary Hudson, and Mrs. Huth Herron. The lesson The Use of Ancestors was led by Mrs. Robert Wilson and demonstrated by Mrs. Mazel Sears and Mrs. Lulu Boone. Mrs. Anna Shultz reported on the Purdue Women’s Conference business, Nadie Bodenhorn reviewed council meeting results, and Mrs. Woodruff celebrated her wedding anniversary with a corsage. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Shultz and Mrs. Boone.
Elwood social items note the American Wars chairmen reporting on Mothers Legion home project and a busy meeting with prayers and committee reports. Mary Mildred Fite read thanks from Marion Veterans Hospital, and two state certificates praised the local group for forty members. Next meeting July 16 at 7 30 pm.
Three people injured in a two car crash southeast of Elwood on St. Rd. 37 at 22:50 Tuesday. Injured include Airs Worthy Davis Anderson with a broken right jaw and possible ribs, Luther Weston and his wife May dismissed after treatment, and Newtons with lacerated cheek and possible broken forearm and ribs. Newton drive north, Brabee car rear ended their vehicle near a railroad crossing. Newtons’ vehicle collided with a southbound car driven by Taylor before hitting a telephone pole. Taylor family members escaped injury. Mrs. Davis and Mrs. Newton admitted to Mercy Hospital. Damages estimated at 600 for Brabee car, 350 for Newton car, 204 for Taylor car.
Six residents faced fines in Elwood City Court on Tuesday for offenses including driving with no license and public intoxication. Sentences varied from fines to suspended terms with conditions like AA attendance and weekly police reports. Mercy Hospital notes list dismissals admissions and births while a nutrition bill about labeling dry milk was signed into law by the president.
Indiana forecast calls for scattered showers and possible thunderstorms through the Fourth of July holiday period. Temperatures expected to remain comfortable, with highs ranging from the upper 80s in the north to the mid 80s in the south. Indianapolis and other cities reported rainfall while Evansville stayed hotter on Monday. Weathermen predict continued showers Thursday with a temperature rise, and the weather pattern mirrors previous days with lingering humidity. Fibered roof materials are described, noting differences between roof cement and roof coating used for repairs and prevention.
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