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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1969
Page
15
Vatican sources say a February 14 decree trims saint veneration and widens emphasis on Christ. At least 40 saints are affected while St George and others lose status, not sainthood. Some home cities may still honor them though, as the list omits official slates and dates.
Nearly 150 black Indiana University students who seized a meeting on student power issues may face disciplinary action. IU officials said sanctions would be decided internally, not by courts, with kidnap charges considered but rejected as too harsh. Participants could receive disciplinary probation. The group pressed for board of trustees access to discuss tuition. Trustees signaled likely no formal meeting though promises to meet informally were made. Security precautions were announced as the incident spurred campus reviews.
A Pendleton Reformatory guard was cut in the neck during an attack from behind by a knife wielding inmate in Wednesday’s incident. A chain was used to unlock a cell, the inmate fled to the yard arming with clubs before surrender.
The Rev. Frank C. Cummings will speak at 11 a.m. at Allen Chapel AME Church 1610 Sheridan St. A Perry House Delco-Remy Division executive will present funds for the church sponsored housing program led by Rev. W. Sampson Nelson. Cummings is secretary treasurer of AME Church Extension Department in St Louis Missouri.
The Florida Station United Methodist Church ends its 114 year history after joining with Madison Avenue United Methodist Church to form St. Matthews Church. Parishioners regret the union citing loss of rural identity and concern for future Sunday School and vacation Bible school. The church dates to before 1855 with roots at William Lowe’s home and Croan's Schoolhouse. A centennial souvenir notes the 1955 milestone.
President Nixon plans to address Ohio State University on June 7 and the Air Force Academy on June 4 as part of a broader effort to respond to campus unrest. A policy statement earlier criticized mindless dissidents while acknowledging some student demands and preserving academic freedom.
Secretary of State William P. Rogers said the Viet Cong ten point peace plan offers elements that may be explored though not fully accepted. He planned a 17 day Far East tour to consult with Vietnamese leaders and officials in South Vietnam Thailand India Pakistan Afghanistan and Iran to aid Paris talks and regional development.
Bonn government announces decision not to revalue the mark. A spokesman said the move is good for Germany’s economy and priced stability, avoiding shocks to trade and inflation, with officials signaling continuity in monetary policy and exchange rate expectations.
The cabinet met for about three hours and decided not to revalue the mark despite foreign speculation and pressure to strengthen the currency. Spokesman Conrad Ahlers said economic measures will be chosen in days, aligning Kiesinger and Strauss against Schiller. Friday marked the sharpest day at the Frankfurt exchange in two weeks with about $1.5 billion traded.
The 1969 Summer School at Anderson College runs June 3 through September 12 with 13 sessions ranging from 2 to 5 weeks. Director Dr Frederick V Shoot notes diverse courses plus workshops for majors and enrichment. Registration is June 2 and June 3 with specificHartung Hall hours and mail arrangements for guest students.
Variable cloudiness and windy conditions bring a cooler day with a chance of occasional showers. Showers diminish tonight and Sunday with continued cool air. High today around 36 to 40 with a low tonight near 36 to 40. Sunrise 6 35 am. Sunset 8 50 pm.
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