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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1956
Page
4
Fort Wayne Dr Welty was named president at the close of the National Electric Medical Association 108th annual convention held in Fort Wayne. The event drew members from across the nation and highlighted advances in electro medicine and medical devices.
United Steelworkers warned about a possible shutdown of steel plants at midnight June 20 if current contract talks fail with U S Steel Bethlehem Republic Bethlehem Steel and other major firms. President David J. McDonald accused major companies of conspiring to force a shutdown and said instructions for workers in affected locals would be issued if a shutdown or strike occurs.
A control exercise named Operation County 195 includes pilots and 21 participants such as Shoemaker Anderson Madison and Shoemaker officials. The program lists 45 members enrolled this year and covers first aid and defense tests as part of the County civil defense directorate activities.
Arthur Galdberg the union general counsel distributed a legal memo outlining striker rights unemployment insurance and related questions for a potential shutdown. Union talks with the big three resumed Thursday after a lengthy lapse and will continue Friday at 2 p.m.
Youths from across the state join Winona Lake sessions for the Youth, Temperance concert focusing on narcotics awareness. Attendance surpasses 140 with leaders from Brethren, United Brethren, and Methodist churches guiding teens like Sandra Simpson Ruth Worley and Mary Boye. Adult supervisors include Mrs. Stanley and Mr Maeetlinger. North Dakota Agriculture College notes flax sowing timing aids weed control.
Mrs Wilson, paralyzed in an auto crash, has given birth to her second child in twenty months. Her oldest, Thomas Wackett, is 29 months. the younger, Steven Allen, weighs seven pounds ten ounces. Wilson, a truck driver, praises his wife for managing housework from a wheelchair.
Indianapolis Municipal Court Judge James Barland paid a 315 fee as a Democratic candidate for the Indiana Supreme Court. He seeks the party nomination to oppose Republican Norman KF Arterburn for the seat, with several challengers listed from Evansville and Vincennes. A separate notice announces Noble Street Methodist Vacation Bible School beginning Monday for children age four through twelve.
Venezuelan officials and international investigators joined the search for the cause of a Venezuelan Airways jet that plunged into the Atlantic, killing all 74 aboard. Debris and body fragments have been recovered as officials promise a detailed investigation. The United States offered entry to the probe, while authorities inspected wreckage and discussed engine trouble cited by engineer Mos Andersen.
In San Francisco Edward P. Mune pleaded guilty to a bank theft conspiracy. Investigators said Pablo and James Bulge were charged in connection with a bank robbery near Livin Lied and Tem ep ys, with a federal sentence of about two years expected.
A local observance honored several retiring postal workers, including long serving staff and notable figures, with thanks for years of dedicated service. The event highlighted career milestones and community support, noting retirements across multiple postal districts. A separate note announced remodeling at Linder's Point, with limited public access and private dining options to continue at nearby venues.
Middletown residents lary eowsan and Martyn Slat gan were treated at St. John's Hospital for contusions after an auto accident near Pendleton. Warren Johnson, 40, of 22a W. 2yst, was struck downtown causing multiple bruises and abrasions. Henry Abel of Jefferson Street remained in critical condition after a head on collision at St. Colm's Hospital.
The Cumberland Presbyterian Church selected Rev Hubert Morrow of Goodlettsville Tennessee as moderator after no candidate won a majority on the first ballot. He defeated Rev Charles Zapp of Evansville Indiana, while Rev L C Wardle of McKenzie Tennessee trailed on the initial vote.
Winners of the Anders Camera Club annual salon were announced by club officials at the YMCA. Awards covered black and white prints and color slides with merit recognitions for several members including Liam Canwell and Lucille Hull. A line notes that young trees have better survival if planted in spring.
Investigation of an alleged theft of 15 chickens from the farm of Albert Fosner, east of Anderson, led to the arrest early Thursday of an Anderson man and woman. Deputies found them in a parked truck near the farm after farmer Fosner alerted Sheriff Joe Bragdon. Deputies Gene Brattain, James DeLong, Howard Gilmore and Jack Castor responded to the scene following reports of an intruder in the yard.
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