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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1962
Page
17
A Kennedy labor advisory panel urged broad changes to Taft Hartley procedures for emergency strikes and injunctions. The 80 day no strike option, industry targeted bans, and possible settlement roles were proposed amid industry and labor debate. Henry Ford II opposed most changes.
One and a half inches of rain fell in the Anderson area as highs winds caused limited damage elsewhere in the storm town state. Schools closed for repairs after widespread storm damage from South Bend to New Albany. Heaviest wind damage occurred in the state ends. rains up to 22 inches fell center state with less effect. Rivers rose but expected to stabilize below banktop levels. Cooler conditions followed with lows near 40 and highs in the 60s and 70s through midweek.
The first report session in the Anderson College campaign will be held at noon in the science building lobby with Elmo A. Funk presiding. Seven divisions report progress as campus memorial gifts total 105000 including 75000 from Lilly Endowment Inc Indianapolis and 30000 from faculty and staff. Memorials range from 900 to 100000 for workrooms or amphitheater style rooms with plaques marking gifts.
Partly cloudy and mild. High near 70 today with low around 50. Tomorrow expect more 70s. Overnight low around 50. Sunrise 5 45 a m, sunset 7 40 p m, moonrise 5 22 a m. Yesterday’s high 71 low 61.
In Quincy, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Butler continue painting their home lavender despite astonished onlookers. A yard sign reads We don't like the color of your house either, signaling a provocative dispute over home color choice.
President Kennedy signed legislation creating a five year federal aid program of 32 million dollars for educational television. The funds to be matched by schools and nonprofits will expand educational TV stations and improve access to learning, as Secretary Ribicoff will administer the program.
Amelia R. Voris, noted painter exhibited at the Columbian Exposition and the St. Louis World's Fair, died in Bartholomew County Hospital at age 102. She was also a poet and author of children's stories.
A railroad fireman and his wife faced involuntary manslaughter charges after their 5 year old foster son died from brain injury and other trauma tied to beatings over not eating. Autopsy confirmed fatal injuries. the couple admitted slapping paddling and shaking the boy for 20 to 30 minutes. The victim’s twin survived uninjured as the foster parents were jailed on $50 000 bail.
Hoosier Republicans expect a lively northern district appellate race after Sid M. Cleveland Anderson attorney and former Madison County Court judge filed for nomination. Other filed candidates include Van Brown Don R. Mote and Oscar Strom. Incumbents are all Democrats and two seats will be filled at the June 19 convention. Dorothy Gardner plans to file for re nomination with an $800 fee.
Two U S Army sergeants Francis Quinn of Niagara Falls New York and George Groom of Saint Joseph Missouri were released by Communist guerrillas in South Viet Nam after more than three weeks in captivity. They said they were fed rice and kept bound but unharmed throughout their ordeal on a mountain top near Da Nang. They were rescued near the coastal town and recounted aiding wounded comrades before being ordered to abandon them.
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower criticizes some modern art and entertainment trends during the opening of the $3 million Eisenhower Library in Abilene Kansas. He recalls his mother’s birthday, praises her virtues, and asks if society has advanced in beauty decency and morality.
The Board of School Trustees studied probable next year tax income and set the stage for teacher salary talks. They awarded 4502.27 in vocational supplies to 21 firms and discussed city bus issues affecting schools. Supt Ebbertt to screen business manager candidates after Lewis Jacob leaves June 1 for Edinburgh.
The Federal Reserve Board on Monday rejected merger proposals involving two of New York City's largest banks, ending the potential consolidation plans in a high profile move.
City police said a Tuesday break in at 530 Jackson St North Cities Service station netted about 190 dollars. Entry was gained through a kicked in front door.
Indiana University's Majestic showboat sails the Ohio River starting June 8 in Cincinnati with Rip Van Winkle. It will perform in Louisville for 10 nights from July 4 and in Cincinnati for nine days, then Evansville starting Aug. 3 before returning to Jeffersonville for a finale on Aug. 26.
After a police survey the Anderson Board of Safety will seek an ordinance to cap riders at 55 and place bus stop markers every other block in the business district. The city would supply labor for the up to 1200 dollar project as the bus company studies financing.
A strong storm moved into the Eastern states after causing eight deaths and up to 100 injuries across the Midwest and South. Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes were forecast for Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York, with widespread roof damage, downed power lines, and significant property losses in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Kentucky, and beyond.
A three day series for Christian Family Week at Park Place Church of God opens Friday with Dr. William Henry Genne of the National Council of Churches. Activities include a banquet for married couples and a luncheon for single adults, with talks on Christian families in today’s world.
Donald E. Williams of 3901 St. Charles Street was elected president of the Anderson Junior Chamber of Commerce at the annual election and dinner meeting. He succeeds George F. Worton with a slate including Ron Colvill Ed Flake Dan Couch and Fred James among others.
Senate leaders plan a Monday cloture bid on Kennedy literacy test bill with a Wednesday vote on ending debate. If two thirds resist, leaders may seek sentiment on merits before dropping the fight. Mansfield and Dirksen file the petition, noting seven days of desultory debate and limited ideas exchange.
Born yesterday at St. John's Hospital to Mr and Mrs Billie Heath a daughter. Families named include Williamson Lawson Helmie Cohen Turner Evans Savage Greene Jack Savage Carmon Chambless Lausch with several sons and daughters. Grandparents Gordon France Ralph Lausch listed.
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