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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1954
Page
15
In Hanoi Indochina the first eight of about 450 seriously wounded French Union soldiers evacuated from Dien Bien Phu arrived by plane just before 11 p.m. The helicopter mission faced delays after landing due to stormy weather, fueling rumors of Viet Minh demands tied to the evacuation accord.
Governor Thomas E. Dewey declared world communism declares war on humanity and urged universal contribution to defense at a New York Operation Survival conference. Defense Secretary Wilson said armed forces can root out security risks without congressional probes and would cooperate with inquiries. Lewis Douglas sought to reassure Britain over McCarthyism, warning treason issues were conflated with loyalty and wisdom.
Dr Frank Heda, 62, a physician, faced a speeding charge in traffic court on Friday. He told Judge Joseph J Butler he had driven since 1916 with no arrests, and the judge praised the record before dismissing the case.
A local resident bought new carpeting and placed a want ad to dispose of a 9 by 12 rug. The Bulletin-Herald carried the notice seeking to find a buyer or a taker for the rug.
Six prominent Anderson men have agreed to posts as associate chairmen of the Citizens Committee for Anderson College. They join co chairmen Everett Hartung and Linfield Myers in leading a drive to raise 250000 for a new campus library. Other honorees include Judge Harold E. Actor Roy H. Alexander J Wilson Barber the Rev Monroe G Schuster and Dr Steele C Smith.
Judge Robert Caine of Grant Circuit Court at Marion was appointed as special judge to preside over a Madison Superior Court suit by Anderson Water Utility patrons challenging a Public Service Commission order approving a water rate increase and a $1,900,000 bond issue for system improvements.
Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov loosened the Communist line at the Indochina conference by proposing a neutral commission to supervise an armistice, signaling progress though obstacles remain. The two day recess begins with a heads only session. Delegations forecast proposals for cease fire and possible internationalization talks amid U S and French cautious stance.
United States and France plan high level talks to define conditions for possible Allied intervention in Indochina. Talks likely in Paris within days as France seeks hard U.S. intent. Officials stress no commitment yet, Eisenhower to decide with Congress if France meets Dulles laid conditions.
The annual meeting of the Ander son Community Chest Fund board is set for 4 p m May 21 at the Chamber of Commerce in the Tower Building. President Elmo Funk leads the session with new directors and officers to be named. Committees will review budgets and set drive dates for next October. Participating groups include Christian Women's Welfare Union Club Tom Tom Boy Scouts Girl Scouts Anderson Urban League Bill Wilson Boy's Club YWCA United Defense Fund Family Service Bureau Joint Scout Camp and Salvation Army. Other officers are Herman Riggs first vice president Wilbur Hardacre second vice president Floyd Stoelting secretary and George Griffith treasurer.
Raby H Roberts of Madison County was named secretary of the Madison County Republican Committee by Harold J Anderson. The committee includes Anderson Toner and Meyers with Roberts completing the group. Headquarters will reopen about June 1 at 112742 Meridian St. (Continued on Page %, Column 3).
Queen Elizabeth sails into misty England aboard the Britannia after a six month globe girdling tour. Prime Minister Winston Churchill boards at Southampton, dines with the Queen and Prince Philip, and remains aboard as the royal yacht moves toward the Thames Estuary. Charles and Anne are put to bed as rain lifts to a brief sun on arrival.
The Indiana forecast promises the first weekend of typical May weather with fair skies and mild temperatures. Highs will run 72 to 76 degrees, with weekend averages 4 to 8 degrees above normal. Northern areas may see light showers Saturday night or Sunday, and cooler air isn’t expected until Tuesday or Wednesday. Temperatures yesterday ranged from 44 to 72 degrees.
More than 200 Boy Scouts Explorers and leaders registered for Pendleton's annual spring Camporee at Fall Creek baseball diamond. Activities begin at 10 am with camp setup and noon trail lunches, featuring Scoutcraft demonstrations games and a campfire at 8:15 pm open to the public. Sunday includes mass worship, relays and a troop picnic at 12:30 pm.
At the French Lick Springs Hotel Indiana Republican leaders and editors gathered for a spring meeting of the Indiana Republican Editorial Assn seeking party unity. Postmaster General Arthur E. Summerfield would speak at the banquet while Alvin C. Cast of Kentland, recently named state chairman, was to address the noon luncheon and outline further settlement talks between rival factions.
The seventh Merchants and Manufacturers Home Show and Exposition at Athletic Park opens Tuesday. A large tent stands at the fairgrounds as the Lions Club hosts daily shows 7 to 10 p.m. Admission is free with ticket picks at local businesses to win door prizes. Children only with parents. George Harrison leads the club as 1954 55 president and chairs sales with Rex Pope and George Blackwell.
Washington describes a secrecy lid on a January 21 meeting attended by Sherman Adams and Attorney General Brownell linked to the Army McCarthy investigations. Democrats press for higher level participation and for written explanations while the White House denies disclosure.
City police detectives searched for burglars who broke into the Ohio Ave Drug Store at 334 FE 13th St early Thursday and fled with 400 dollars worth of whiskey and cigarettes. Owner James Fogarty of 2105 W 12th St reported the burglary when the store opened and noted the padlock had been battered off.
City and State police checked 441 vehicles in a two hour blockade last night as the Check Your Car Check Accidents campaign progressed. Thirteen drivers were arrested and 51 received warning tickets.
Deputy Defense Secretary Robert B. Anderson told an Arm ed Forces Day dinner the United States and allies must act to stop Communist gains anywhere. He stressed the need to defend peace with firm policy and potential military force and cited the U S as maintaining the strongest peacetime armed forces. General Nathan Twining, Air Force chief, offered a contrasting note on the military outlook.
Otis K Gray retires as assistant superintendent of Plant Seven after 42 years with Delco Remy. He joined Remy Electric in 1912, became foreman in 1919, and later served as assistant superintendent at Plant One before moving to Plant Seven. A Edgewood resident, he involved in Kiwanis and Boy Scouts.
The Chamber of Commerce began a drive to enroll 100 new members with a luncheon at the YMCA. Over 90 members formed teams for the kickoff led by speakers Elmo Funk and Robert Austin. Co chairs Robert R. Shoemaker and William L. Peck outlined plans. First reports due at 8 am breakfast next Friday at the YMCA. Next week also features Industrial Fire Prevention Committee noon Wednesday, and two meetings Friday including Legislative Committee noon with Catlin Whitehead and Tax Research Committee noon to study city and county tax issues led by Paul Newbern.
Born at St. John's Hospital to Mr and Mrs William Jenny Summitville a son. Mr and Mrs Clifford Swanson 120 W 22nd St a son. Born at Culver Hospital Crawfordsville to Mr and Mrs Joe David White a son. The mother is the former Mary Mildred Myers New Market and the father is the son of Mr and Mrs Joe White 1731 W 10th St.
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