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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1971
Page
1
Fr Scott, Irwin and Aled M Worden report a 250000 mile Earth to moon approach with a precise manual control burn. They describe awe at the lunar mountains and plains seen from low orbit near 42 000 feet above peaks and Mare Crie Pinte as they approach Apennine regions.
The Republican controlled Anderson City Council cut 10,750 from civil city, police and fire budgets while preserving 10 percent raises for other high paid staff. Civil city officials including the city attorney and top department heads faced across the board reductions, with the board of works salaries cut and key department chiefs kept at smaller increases. May or Flanagan and Rock debated merits of the cuts, with Democrats urging restraint on civil city raises and GOP members defending justified police and fire hikes.
The Anderson Education Association ratified a two year contingency contract tied to a maximum school levy of 5.64 dollars, up 16 cents from 1971, with 4.64 dollars for general tax. The vote follows negotiations with the Anderson Community School Board as teachers weigh salary plans and state funding prospects.
Park Place residents complain of a rat problem near Park Avenue and Eighth Street. The city Board of Health has investigated since mid July, issuing orders to VIP station operator Dan Ferree to remove rats or face action. Neighbors reportdaily sightings and a recent incident where a rat bit up Cynthia Sylvester, 17, prompting calls for relief.
The Herald reports an urgent order to remove trash and place rat poison in a Madison County area. Residents observed neighbors at night as health officers sought proof of rodent activity. Officials say the case is under investigation with a July 26 deadline and the mayor pledges action.
A bipartisan youth led door to door registration blitz called Operation Clean Sweep begins Monday in Chesterfield aimed at all voters but focusing on 18 to 21 year olds. Cochairs Joe Wainscott and Tom Shaffer, 19, said the effort seeks to show a positive view of youth in politics and stimulate local interest.
Readers write with problems about Imperial Electronics and a delayed hearing aid order from Imperial Audio. The caller reports refunds and misdirected shipments, while another reader seeks guidance on health insurance coverage and a transition from group to individual policy with an oil company.
Carol Painter, owner of Madison County's 1971 grand champion wether, stood sadly as the last grand champion lamb was bid on and sold at the Thursday night 4H Fair livestock sale. The prize-winning steer and harrow were also led into the arena and sold.
An OCR fragment offers a quick sale pitch claiming “SOLD IT TO THE FIRST CALLER” and urges readers to call 643.5971 for assistance with selling or buying items. The text is garbled but centers on a sales offer and contact for help.
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