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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1957
Page
2
Congress weighs how to commemorate the Civil War centennial spanning 1961 to 1965. Debate centers on cost with proposals from 100000 to 10000 dollars, while reviewers note broad support and nonpartisan interest in a national remembrance.
Senator Williams charged federal agencies loaned growers 35 million dollars to expand chicken and egg production while the government carried 12 million in surplus eggs. He named six agencies the loans came from and urged a survey to consolidate functions and abolish about two thirds of the agencies.
Nobel and Pulitzer winner William Faulkner told reporters in Charlottesville that the United States should bring in all the Communists it can find set them up in jobs and homes and not bother them He urged importing foreigners would reveal the merit of American life and questioned current State Department policies He suggested letting Communists stay briefly then return home to leave with a better view of the U S
In Salisbury Maryland Edward S Ford Sr 41 and his son Edward S Ford Jr 9 faced traffic charges after a state trooper spotted a boy hunched over the wheel of a car with an older man beside him. The father was charged with letting an unauthorized person use a motor vehicle and the boy with operating a vehicle without a license.
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Washington reports a Tommy Manville touch in President Eisenhower's second term with major firms like General Motors showing public disapproval. The Commerce Department advisory meeting and the United States Chamber of Commerce criticize his monetary policy and tax approach amid long-term tax projections.
The Senate boosted an emergency funding bill by 62.5 million dollars to finance metals stockpiling and disaster relief, raising the total to 142.34 million. The bill, approved 70 to 5, goes to the House to reconcile differences with its 79.84 million version.
Tampa union official says 500 Teamsters will walk out at the Air Force Missile Center at Cape Canaveral base to gain bargaining recognition for drivers helpers and warehousemen. He proposes a 6 am picket and hopes sympathetic unions join to shut down the base, while Army Engineer officials may prevent a total stoppage.
CHICAGO A famed psychiatrist warned that doctors may deprive patients of necessary frustrations and anxieties by prescribing happy pills. Dr Roy J Grinker of Michael Reese Hospital urged caution against indiscriminate tranquilizer use, saying avoidance of tension hinders learning and growth.
Budapest reports that Hungary will take no action against Cardinal Mindszenty while he remains in the U S legation as a refugee. Church affairs director János Horváth says Western powers would face blame if Mindszenty is expelled and Hungary has to jail him. Mindszenty sought refuge after the 1956 revolution.
Nine prisoners escaped from Jefferson County Jail in Louisville after punching a wall and using bed sheets as ropes. One man, George Eberhardt Jr., was recaptured 45 minutes later. sheriff cited a failure to lock a door facing an inner walk as a lapse in jail mechanics. All escapees were from Louisville.
Dan Roby 16 son of Virgil and Mrs Roby receives honors at Chesterfield Optimist Club in North Street Anderson during a regular dinner. Richard Maier Anderson Optimist lieutenant governor serves as installing officer. New officers take post July 1.
Senate subcommittee heard new testimony pointing to Raymond Sawyer as the source of a lucrative leak on the CAB decision to award the New York to Miami route to Northeast Airlines. Witnesses reported profits from Northeast stock after the Aug 3 secret vote, with Sawyer denying inside information and others detailing recollections and memo mentions.
United Nations backs Egypt controlled Suez and seeks similar Panama Canal operation. France urges UN talks to end Egypt’s sole control. Cairo enacts espionage law with treason penalties up to death. Baghdad envoy proposes Israeli acceptance of 1947 partition for talks. Washington reports Nasser aimed to hurt US over Aswan aid. Senate vote blocks 30 million mineral subsidy amendment 61 to 17 with Dirksen for and Douglas against.
An explosion aboard the experimental submarine X-a tied at Portsmouth naval shipyard caused bow damage but no injuries. Captain Robert L. Moore, the yard commander, called the blast minor.
The Citizens Committee for the Hoover Report says adoption of Hoover Commission recommendations saved the government 2.818 billion dollars. Chairman Clarence Francis notes prior first commission saves of 2.338 billion across five departments including General Services Administration and Defense, with further 480.1 million traced to the second commission.
Ira C. Edmonson 52 died in Mishawaka hospital from injuries after a fight Friday night. Jack Grace 29 Osceola told police he fought Edmonson at a tavern and Edmonson fell to the pavement. Grace, detained on an open charge, identified the suspect as the red headed stranger.
Dr. John Bodkin Adams, 58, stands trial in Eastbourne Magistrates Court on forging medical documents and obtaining 2500 pounds from wills of three patients without disclosing bequests. He was previously acquitted of murdering Edith Morrell.
The White House said President Eisenhower and Mrs. Eisenhower would be delighted to host Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip in the United States. Officials noted an early announcement on timing, while Britain weighed whether to frame the trip amid tensions over the Suez crisis. The Queen’s two prior US visits were made during her princess years.
In Kenton Ohio a 105 pound St. Bernard named Annie is ordered executed after being found responsible for killing six sheep. Judge Arthur Tudor dissolved a temporary injunction stopping the dog warden from destroying the animal, while supporters vow an appeal.
Dr. Harry J Weil 76 longtime Indianapolis physician died Friday in Indianapolis. Born in Gosport he graduated in 1902 from Indiana Medical College and lived in Indianapolis 65 years. Survived by widow Loretta Neff Weil sister Bertha Deitch niece Irma Deitch nephews Victor Deitch Paul Swain. services Tuesday 3 p.m. at Harry W Moore Peace Chapel burial Indianapolis Hebrew Cemetery.
Rear Admiral John M. Hoskins, veteran carrier commander and World War II/Japanese action survivor, is appointed director of declassification to oversee removing secrecy tags from outdated military material. He will retire from active duty to take the Pentagon post, assisted by Paul Leach.
The list includes Bobby Clark and Mrs. Lina Teague among others discharged from St John s Hospital. Also named are Marion Jarvis Mrs Marilyn Campbell Edna Swain William Womack William Hammel Odella Shoultz Lloyd Oyler Velma Taylor Elmer Robinson and Charlene Ricketts. A final note states Vermont leads all states in maple sugar production.
Mrs Una E Roudebush of Greenfield died at Hancock County Memorial Hospital at 6 30 am. She was 72 born in Hancock County and lived in Greenfield for years survived by her husband George one sister Mrs Elsie Foote Florida one brother Dallas N Jarrett Indianapolis and several nieces and nephews body to Pasco Memorial Mortuary for funeral services at 10 am Wednesday conducted by Rev Thomas Arthur burial in Gravel Lawn Cemetery friends may call at the funeral home
Mrs. Mary Franklin Minnick, 84, died Sunday morning at her home 236 E High St after a three year illness. She lived in Middletown 63 years and was a Church of the Brethren member. Survived by four daughters, six grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren. Ballard and Shirey Funeral Home handled arrangements. funeral Wednesday 2:30 p.m. at the Church of the Brethren. Interment Miller Cemetery.
Funeral services for George Rapp age 9 will be held at 2 p m Tuesday at the Middletown Methodist Church. The Rev Earl Cogan will officiate. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery near Joaneso. Mr Rapp died at his home Saturday at 4 30 p m. Friends may call at home until noon Tuesday.
The article traces the career of Dr. Berry, who spearheaded race relations work in 1937 Pittsburgh and became Portland Urban League’s first executive in 1945. A Chicago Urban League post drew Oregon honors, with a senator presenting a plaque from Oregon and greetings from Governor Patterson. He taught sociology and social studies at nine majors, including the University of Oregon and Pacific University, and published widely on race relations.
Brooklyn born Hank Bloomgarden den, 28, clinched $126,000 on NBC Twenty-one by defeating James E. Snodgrass, 34, in a final battle after leading from $52,500 and winning $3,500 a point. Snodgrass was timed six times.
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