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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1961
Page
1
President Kennedy and Japanese Prime Minister Hayato Ikeda meet at Blair House for talks on easing Cold War tensions and the UN debate on Reds admission. They review how to present a cautious forecast to the world while pressing for restraint and alliance unity.
William F. Dowden a Navy petty officer departs Tuesday for California en route to Okinawa. He spent leave with wife Leana in Daleville and his mother Irene Dowden of Anderson also mentioned.
The five day old maritime strike tightens grip on the economy cutting off retail gasoline deliveries in New England and forcing thousands from shipping allied industries out of work. Speculation grows that President Kennedy may invoke the Taft Harley act to restore order.
Former Vice President Richard Nixon told 2,500 at the Las Vegas convention that world problems are so great that Kennedy may seek a cooling period and pessimism is easy when viewing international affairs. The report lists other items including Japan's textile quota revisions and earnings outlook for Great Atlantic.
A two week survey starts in Madison County with a chest X ray mobile unit visiting Elwood and the TB center in Anderson and touring Ex-Cello Manufacturing and Dietzen’s Bakery for the public. A total of 897 persons were X-rayed, per Mrs. Charlotte Brown executive secretary of the county association.
Karel Hlasny of the Army Language School in Monterey was said to be coerced by U S officials into aiding Czechs to obtain a visa. An explosion near Willie Cornette's home in a predominantly white Indianapolis neighborhood occurred about 3 30 am injuring no one reported.
The gathering featured speakers from Anderson Kalamazoo and other cities, with five year terms for several board members and trustees. Today’s program includes services at noon and a sacred concert by the Christian Brothers Quartet at Park Place Church, following workshops and missions sessions across multiple venues.
House leaders James J. Delaney and Thomas P. ONeill joined a bloc voting to pigeonhole the public school bill amid conservative opposition and heavy Catholic districts. Rayburn warned foreign aid faces trouble from opposition groups, while Mansfield echoed the tough climate for farm and school legislation this year. Southern doubts over forced desegregation further erode support.
U S demands Nacvalac removal as a matter between governments United States says UN world body not involved Czechoslovakia pledges to comply but information suggests delay Fritchey notes denials and calls for arbitration rejected The article also covers two Kansas jail escape attempts by Read and Smith in Indiana with charges listed.
The State Highway Department plans July bids for a new bridge over White River near Hamilton replacing an old bridge. A 416 foot Hamilton span with six concrete sections costs about 200000 dollars, to be funded 50 50 by the county. Easements sought near Chesterfield. federal aid to follow. Mason Avenue repaving and widening from White River Bridge to Cross Street to begin soon with a contract to be set.
In a period of economic stress the term goodwill is treated as a protective device for corporate actions. Analysts debate its use as a shield against loss recognition and tax implications.
The United States sought Nacvalac's recall last Tuesday and Prague charged two American agents with attempting to recruit a Czech defector to spy for the United States in a New York restaurant. Washington countered that Nacvalac tried to blackmail an American with a fiancée in Czechoslovakia to obtain state secrets. A note to Hammarskjold outlined Nacvalac's alleged espionage, though the secretary general reportedly did not discuss the note in detail.
Officials signal a possible return to testing with a phased approach. Holifield suggests lifting the moratorium soon, while London hints Britain may not oppose resumption. Dean plans Washington Geneva talks with Rusk and McCloy, and Stelle will represent the U.S. in Geneva.
After a talk by Rob Mason in Shelbyville the Kiwanis led youth conference runs June 21 to 24 with classes and assemblies. The 1962 Junior Leader Council will be chosen June 23 and installed at a candlelight ceremony, Dean of boys Hugh Reinhold and Mrs. Joanne King named. The four day event is organized by 4H staff Charles A. Gosney chair, Mary Frances Smith, Gordon Jones.
Ray Gordon Kay infant son of Threman and Barbara Beacraft Gordon died about six hours after birth in St John's Hospital Survivors include parents three grandparents and one brother Graveside services were set for 3 90 p m at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery conducted by Rev Robert E Boyene Arrangements by Harold E Rozelle Funeral Home Harry Horn 80 died at St John's Hospital after living much of his life in Anderson He was survived by two sisters and services planned at 10 30 a m Thursday in Daleville Christian Church Burial in Saunders Cemetery East of Daleville Kim Louis Clemons died at birth at St John's Hospital Parents John and Mrs Clemons 1522 Madison Ave Survivors include both parents five uncles and a number of aunts Graveside services 10 a m Thursday East Maplewood Cemetery conducted by Rev James T Davis Arrangements by Underwood and Brooks Memorial Chapel
Obituaries list Mrs Maude Brumback 70 of Orestes and Frank Adams 88 of Shirley among recent deaths. Also noted are Jos C Carlisle 82 Kalama, Emma Belle DeLawter 91 Anderson, and George Edward Roberts 91 Philadelphia emigrant with birds. Funeral details and burial sites provided.
Police kept white bystanders at a distance as bus with freedom riders faced bomb threats. Riders exited the bus and were barred from entering the terminal while rain fell. R Wyatt Tee Walker urged understanding as the group departed in private cars toward the Negro area, with patrols guiding the vehicle to the terminal.
Services for Mrs Helen Vermillion 59 Rt 2 who died at midnight Saturday will be at 2 pm today at Bethany Christian Church with Rev Kermit Pugh officiating Burial will follow at Anderson Memorial Park Cemetery under Harold E Rozeller Funeral Home.
The project through the Department of Redevelopment will buy substandard properties by year end with completion by 1962. No family will have to move until a safe home is ready. ample time to relocate will be provided. Buyers will be offered fair market value. If unsatisfied, owners may hire a lawyer and sue. Tomorrow covers rentals and displacement details.
The article recalls Pama nasi¢a a noted figure in birds and animals with a popular program Pama nasi¢a's Pets traveling in America and Europe. He was allied with famed personalities including Will Rogers and Carrie Nation during Chautauqua days and belonged to the Society of Friends in Philadelphia. His body was taken to Brown and Butz funeral home for services at Great Commission Chapel.
School meeting includes Supt Ebbertt and Board President Harrison. Teachers retiring since Sept 1 1959 can participate in Blue Cross group health insurance. Wickard named to National Agriculture Advisory Commission. Alcoholic Beverage Commission defers judgement on Saratoga Bar liquor violation for serving on Sunday.
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