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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1954
Page
7
Cleveland reports that the machine tool industry faces a possible downturn as new orders lag and backlogs shrink. Industry leaders cite three hopes to bridge the downturn: stronger customer competition, a rebound in tool and die demand, and redesigns to spur new products.
Indiana observers report irregularities totaling 6042 dollars in the Wayne County auditor s accounts covering 1946 to 1951. The State Board of Accounts found improper payments and endorsed warrants, with refunds and a case turned to the Wayne County grand jury.
The New York stock market rose in a broad recovery, with the Associated Press index at a new high for the year and the Industrial average up about 1.40 to reach 164.09. Volume totaled 4.07 million shares, led by rails, oils, chemicals, and airlines while factories, rubber, and electricals posted gains. profit taking was anticipated but the market showed broad strength. Robert Werking Jr. was named Anderson civil defense director, heading the program for county and local townships.
Court minutes list multiple cases from Indiana and Delaware counties. Dismissals include motor vehicle conversion and foreclosure actions. Felony habeas corpus denied. complaints cover notes and possession of property, dam ages, and foreclosures.
Herbert L. Thiga, president of the National Machine Tool Sellers Assn and executive vice president of Bakers Brothers Inc., notes defense needs will remain strong for years. He predicts a shift in tool replacement sourcing to avoid deep valley in production in Howell and nearby areas.
INDIANAPOLIS Republican state headquarters reported nearly $1,000 in equipment theft from the committee, including an F781 recording and transcribing machine. State police and officials investigated, with committee secretary John Sellers stating outsiders likely committed the theft and absolving the previous state committee of involvement.
Fremdie TL Perry a 21 year old son of Asp and Mes Will Perry of 1424 Parkoer St will participate in the Parisle Northwest maneuvers Exercise 1M Top at the Yakima Wash Testing Center Coordination of tanks with Infantry will be stressed in the battle test of the 44th Infantry Division and special supporting units Privateertydg and truck driver in Headquarters Company of the division 130th Infantry Regiment He was employed with Del en Remy division before entering the Army in April 105
A U S House subcommittee hearing on machine tool operations at Flint area plants reveals workers at Tuick's Dwnaflow and Chevrolet plants walking out and refusing to answer questions. Falk, Mogel, and others were questioned about Communist Party links in 1940s. No injuries reported as workers left production jobs.
New York reports Firestone Hour will end on NBC radio and television after January 7. NBC has taken the time period for other programs while Firestone plans and schedules for future Firestone broadcasts will be announced later.
A 77-year-old man identified as John Ferris Ward was shot and killed in Davenport after a hold up at the Northwest Turner Hall. LaVerne Ruefer, manager of the hall, fired the shot during the getaway attempt. The incident followed the robber’s arrival at a Davenport hotel.
The Muncie market shows bids in cents for live stock with prices for cattle and calves. Cows, steers, heifers, and calves list varying values from 9.00 to 22.50 per hundredweight, including utility and good grades.
Livestock market notes show calves and poultry prices with weights and averages. Local grain and textile market chatter references cottons fabrics and spring preparations. A notice from Madison County relates to a lodge meeting and a funeral for Brother Ray Jessup.
Representatives of the Marshall Islands people appealed to the United Nations for an immediate halt to hydrogen bomb experiments in their area. They cited health damage including lowered blood counts burns nausea and hair loss after recent U S tests. The report notes the impact on residents of two atolls amid ongoing nuclear activity.
A 4 year old boy suffered back and facial injuries after a collision at Indiana 9 and 2 when a car driven by 48 year old Robert B. Johnson failed to stop and was struck by Virginia A. Shuck. Johnson was arrested for failure to stop. Estimated damage was 350. A second crash at Black and Washington streets damaged a parked truck and a car owned by Earnie Brown. Twenty people enrolled in an elementary first aid class taught by Mrs. Muth Houlin of Anderson for the Red Cross in Alexandria.
A Alexandria group marked an anniversary with a dinner at the Corner Cupboard hosted by Mesdames Mary Fast Florence Jones Berniece Gardner and Viola Ferguson. Miss Maude Sheley led events with a reading The Monster and Mrs Lucy Jarris won the attendance prize as others, including Mesdames Fox Dunn Beatson and Miss Kawen, enjoyed games and companionship.
Chicago court opens proceedings against 19 defendants accused of illegally selling horse meat. Jury selection expected to last several days amid political turbulence cited by defense that ties the case to a former governor and ex-state attorney. Ringleaders Siciliano and others face five years and a $2000 fine. two co-defendants already served nine months. Siciliano appealed to the Supreme Court.
The 1954 Watonna Junior Guernsey Show offering 800 dollars in prize money will be held October 5 during the National Dairy Cattle Congress in Waterloo Iowa. Eligible entrants are registered Guernsey females owned by 4-H or FFA youth enrolled in project work. Most show eligibility comes from winning local and state contests. Further details available by writing to the club in Peterborough New Hampshire. Also Gary mayor William F Hodges dies at 77 after cerebral hemorrhage. he served as Gary Indiana mayor and as a Republican state senator from 1922 to 1949.
A long list of public auctions scheduled across Indiana locations including Anderson, Elwood, Knightstown, Alexandria, Markleville, and more. Numerous properties, farms, household goods, and personal property to be sold by various auctioneers such as Joe Kellum, James Bradley, F M Hood, H M Hood, and Joseph H Kellard. Dates span May 12 to June with specific times and sites stated.
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