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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1957
Page
1
In Beverly Hills a 1811 Spanish cannon used as a film prop draws mixed reactions from youth and film crew. Sternad recalls its six ton weight and 40 foot length, while scouts express interest for a Valley Forge jamboree. The piece sparks debate over art, history, and Nike era attitudes.
An Indiana state tax official resigned amid an inquiry into alleged inefficiencies in the Tangibles Tax Division. The news notes an ongoing investigation as California is cited as the nation’s fastest growing state.
Paul J. Keesling, 50, former Anderson resident and tool engineer for Fisher Body for 20 years, died at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at his Marion home after a three month illness. Born January 24, 1907 in Wilkinson, he was the son of Vinton S. and Anna Keesling. He married Madge Louise Hudson February 20, 1932 in Muncie. He belonged to the Methodist church and is survived by his widow, his parents, and brother James E. Keesling of the Alexandria police. The body was taken to Davis and Strider Funeral Home in Alexandria. funeral arrangements are incomplete.
Chicago report quotes Dr. Freda Kehm director of the Association for Family Living on wedding prep stress. She says gardening relieves tension and helps a bride organize her thoughts before marriage.
The House rejected a stricter amendment and approved a milder one, limiting the President’s power over status of forces treaties. Eisenhower secured a victory but lost on two points, with debates over military aid and foreign aid authorization. Dulles urged limited cuts while warning that deep reductions could threaten disarmament prospects. Humphrey criticized the Reconstruction provisions as harmful to the nation’s history.
A long list shows patients and family members dismissed from St Johns Hospital including Mrs Fronia Hatfield 2428 Pitt St, Mrs Barbara Branham Chest erfield, Mrs Bert Degraffenreid 407 W 17th St, Mrs James Crick and son Marion, Mrs Edward Pfhol and son 12105 Central Ave. Also named are Mrs Robert Stiles and son 13132 Mounds Rd, Mrs Robert Wickersham and daughter Pendleton, Mrs William Wagner and son 4827 Walton St, Mrs Donald Bell and son 1808 Morton St, Mrs Ore Parkhurst and daughter Rt 6, Mrs Betty Willis Rt 2, Mrs Sarah Boyd 31421 Central Ave, Mrs Pearl Parish Daleville, Mrs Joe Ellen Hite Pendleton, Mrs Margaret Short 201 Hopper Dr, Mrs Norma McNally Markleville, Mrs Charlotte Magee 430 Brown St, William Noble 1635 W 1th St, Clarence Taylor 2620 Dewey, Mrs Rosalind Tobin Alexandria, Edgar Snyder 2912 Columbus Ave, Mrs Hildred McGuire 1124 St. Page continues with earlier treatment notes.
Mrs. Emma J. Daniels of Middletown dies in Henry County Hospital at 58. Burial in Miller Cemetery after services at Ballard and Shirey Funeral Home. Frank Barthizer of Lapel, 77, dies in Noblesville hospital. survived by wife Pearl and children. services in Lapel EUB Church. Mrs. Nora Osborne of Noblesville, 1, dies in Riverview Hospital. funeral at Noblesville home with burial at Summit Lawn Cemetery. Marie Kirk, 62, of Frankfort, dies. services at St. Marys Church and burial in Plainview Cemetery.Spanish-tinged locals and 4-H notices follow.
Mrs Lottie E Allen 59 of 7201 Sprague St. Baby Farmis died after months illness. Born April 18 1888 in Jones Wa she was a retired employee of Nicholson File Company. Survivors include husband Robert Allen four daughters two sons 26 grandchildren one great grandchild a sister and a half sister. Body to Brown and Butz Funeral Home. Charles Henry Terrell 86 of 2608 Fletcher St. died at home after years illness. Born Fairfield IL he resided in Anderson 35 years. Retired carpenter member of Southern Missionary Baptist Church. Survived by widow Letha a son Thomas and two grandchildren. Body to Brown and Butz Funeral Home later moved to Hales Funeral Home Fairfield. Services Friday at 2 0 p.m. Pleasant Grove Baptist Church burial in Fairfield.
Funeral services for Eugene Earl Thomas 23 were set for 1:30 p m at Baker Sonotone with Rev. Arthur Proctor officiating. Interment followed at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home.
The Sir Lawrence Seaway will limit vessels to 715 feet in length and 72 feet in beam with a joint provision allowing one ship up to 730 feet if scheduling and handling do not disrupt traffic. The limits aim to enhance navigation safety and protect property. Senators Capehart and Jenner will address the Indiana World War I veterans meeting in Indianapolis, with Rep. Eay Wilson to speak on Saturday sessions.
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