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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1968
Page
27
U S Marines report 91 North Vietnamese killed in DMZ fighting with 17 Leathernecks dead and 3 wounded. Near Con Thien and Khe Sanh, U S forces engage Communist units as B52 bombers strike airfields and storage sites. In Mekong Delta Quan Long sees a major Viet Cong victory claim as other clashes erupt around Saigon.
The Anderson Board of Public Safety met with the Anderson Fire Department in its police conference room to approve several items. The board approved the fire department vacation schedule and a new working agreement for Deperboen members, with Tibao also approved. Fire Chief Jack Bowman presented specifications for a new fire truck.
In Kokomo Indiana James L Stout’s name appeared as a joke on the Republican list for Indiana 5th District race. He denies filing but learns friend William S McCain listed him in revenge for a prank. Stout says the stunt is intriguing and he could win though unsure about the job.
Gov. Branigin directs a joint study by the State Tax Board, State Board of Accounts, and State Budget Agency to examine Indiana school financing and determine if a special legislative session is needed. The effort follows complaints from State Superintendent Wells and Indiana Teachers Association official Wyatt about cuts unless more money is provided. Wells hopes to finish his report by Monday. Wyatt’s group seeks one million signatures for a call to a special session.
Kenneth B Bays of Anderson announces his bid for re election as State Representative from Madison County He has been ranking member of the House Public Safety Committee and chairs the Abortion Study Committee He also serves on the City County Traffic Safety Advisory Committee and the State Tax Research Sub Committee He and his wife Barbara and their five children reside at 5425 Hease Avenue.
The Chamber of Commerce and the Madison County Farm Bureau hosted 300 area farmers for the annual Business Industry Farm Day. Eighteen city firms hosted tours including Anaconda Wire and Cable, Coray Cola, Delco Remy, Emge Packing, Guide Lamp, Indiana Bell, Pepsi Cola Bottling, Saint John’s Hospital, and Warner Press.
Maj. Gen. Jan Sema, a top political officer in Czechoslovakia's army, defected to the United States seeking permanent residence. State Department aides said Sejna, his son, and his wife traveled via Hungary and Yugoslavia to Italy before arriving in the U.S. and undergoing briefings with officials. Responding officials noted a practical difference between permanent residence and asylum amid questions about possible military documents and funds.
The Senate approved a ban on transporting explosives for use in riots by a 72 to 2 vote, adding it to the civil rights open housing bill, and defeated a separate motion to make riot violence a federal crime. Senator Long urged broader action against militants like H. Rap Brown and Stokely Carmichael, while Senator Javits warned of federal overreach into policing.
Six rezoning petitions appear on the Planning Commission agenda for the regular meeting Tuesday March 12 at 8 am Final approval is sought for Riverside Acres 1st Continuation Arden Township Harold Mangee and Ralph Mangee 28 acres East Second Addition plat 3 and plat 4 Union Township four acres each Go Co Inc A new duplex from Agricultural to R-3 proposed for Clayton Sayre Union west of Co Rd 50 F about four miles south of Cross Street A second rezoning from R-2 to R-3 for Lyman Jackson Lafayette Township Alexander's Addition duplex A third from Agricultural to B-1 for Painter fabric shop Richland Township Co Rd 900 east of Ind 9 from Agricultural to Conservatory for a 2 1 2 acre recreational park Dan Ferte Sccated Air Reward West Quadrant Rid Ft00N and SOhE County Building permits for February total 25 with builder cost 349 900 Fifteen residential permits 314 330 Five business permits 5 009 Five trailer permits 22 069 Three remodeling units 4 500
A confidential report to Tiberius Caesar from Ponsus Pilate warns that Jesus of Nazareth is gathering supporters across worship places and public venues. He is said to heal many and speak in parables drawing crowds, with reports that some abandon jobs and armies to join his cause. He preached from a boat near the Sea of Galilee.
Three Republicans seek the 10th District congressional nomination in the May 7 primary. Two Republicans and one Democrat file for Indiana House seats with filings in Marion County. Names include Marion W. Withers, Kennel B. Bays, Robert E. Humphrey, Morris Johns, and several ward and township delegates.
The Lee Evans Trio performs tonight at the Paramount Theatre as the final program in the Anderson Community Concerts Series. The 8 p.m. start features Evans a modern pianist leading a group with wide acclaim from concerts clubs and TV appearances. Officials have launched the 1968-69 membership drive with headquarters at the Anchor Fine Arts Center 228 West 5th Street.
Twenty one miners are trapped in a salt mine near Morgan City Louisiana after a midnight fire. Rescue teams rigged a two man emergency elevator and hope to attempt entry as smoke clears and air supply is assessed. Officials say the miners may have oxygen bottles and breathing devices while investigators await advice from Bureau of Mines experts.
City Council amended a 1944 ordinance to authorize fines for unapproved driveway sites. Written permission from the Board of Works City Engineer and Police Traffic Department is required, with four copies of proposed plans. Violations cite conflicts with gas water mains traffic and hydrant proximity.
New baby announcements from St Johns Hospital list several births. Carl Wilsker at 125 Elva Street welcomed a boy, Jerry ey at 208 St Charles Street a girl. Other families include Dick Strong at 1607 East 6th Street a girl, Water Hadley at 1627 West WH Street a boy, Richard Thornton at Orestes a girl, and TL Lawton of Chesterfield a boy. Also James Grahall at 822 Lone Oak Road welcomed a boy.
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