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Newspaper

Anderson Herald

Location

Anderson, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1961

Page

9

Mississippi Made Target as Rioters Face Federal Marshals

Mississippi the next target of interracial freedom riders, warned by Alabama officials amid raids and mass police presence. Gov. Ross Barnett pledged to escort any entrants out of the state, while the White Citizens Council urged the public to avoid cooperating with outside agitators. U.S. Attorney General Kennedy ordered federal marshals into Alabama but signaled they would depart soon as local law enforcement steps take hold. The atmosphere remained tense in Montgomery with National Guard patrols and a cautious, businesslike mood.

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Kennedy bill advances in Congress amid religion fight

President Kennedy's public school aid bill moves toward final passage as House panel nears tentative approval of the 25 billion measure and a pending amendment on church school grants. In the Senate, the measure expands to cover textbooks buses and janitors salaries. The administration faces a major push against anti desegregation amendments as the SCLC announces plans for a large scale effort to end segregation in the South and coordinate freedom rides.

Washington UPI Kennedy House Senate House Education Committee Herbert Zelenko Zelenko Measre Sen Atlanta Southern Christian Leadership Conference SCLC South Montgomery John Patterson

Steel market outlook bright says editor in Atlantic City

Tron Age Magazine editor Tom Campbell predicted a strong steel market in early 1962 with widespread stockpiling by steel users. He spoke at a Past Presidents Club meeting of the American Supply and Machinery Manufacturers Association, noting buyers would need to order well in advance.

Atlantic City Tron Age Magazine Tom Campbell Campbell

Chang to visit Kennedy amid Korea junta power bid

The leader of the Republic of Korea junta Chang Da Yung announced at a National Assembly news conference that he would visit the United States to explain the purpose and intent of the military takeover. He cited discussions with U S officials including Secretary Rusk and said the visit aims to clarify the junta’s goals to the American government and people.

Fidel Castro Logan Republic of Korea Chang da Yung Sam Rayburn United Ss States Chang Chamber of the National Assembly Fae Tha Jambs United States Traws Committee Dean Rusk Castro Capehart John J. Williams R-Del Internal Revenue Service Williams J. William Fulbright D-. Ark Foreign Relations Committee Fulbright Rusk Treasury

Johnson Sees Southeast Asia Crisis as Serious

Vice President Lyndon B Johnson warned at a news conference in Bermuda that Southeast Asia faces a serious, costly, and dangerous struggle to preserve freedom. He cited Communist subversion and insurrection and said outcomes depend on free peoples' resolve and Western aid to the region. Johnson heads to Washington to brief President Kennedy, while noting he cannot yet disclose the report.

Hamilton Bermuda Lyndon B Johnson Southeast Asia Asia Johnson Washington Kennedy White House Vance Formosa Thailand South GOP Madison County Republia Cindy Lapel

Gains Shown In Economy By Commerce Dept Report

Washington reports a post recession recovery with March-April developments. Growth centered in hard woods, autos, and steel materials, aided by defense spending and construction. Auto output rising but below year ago. steel mill orders surge as capacity nears 70 percent. Also a long lasting Managua quake caused alarm but no damage reported.

Washington UPI Commerce Department Managua Nicaragua

Farmer’s Leg Mangled In Train Mishap

A Middletown farmer, Carl Smitz, 61, was injured when his tractor was struck by a train on Indiana State Road 267 east of the Madison County line in Henry County. Smitz sustained a mangled leg and was transported to St. John’s Hospital in fair condition.

Middletown Madison County Henry County Carl Smitz RL l. Middletown St. John’s Hospital Indiana Elwood Boone Vermillion Billy Martindale Range Line Martindale Eric Martindale George Trudson Main St Harold Garman Harlan Garman David Beeman

France Guards Against Peace Talks Attack

In Evian les Bains France authorities reinforce security against potential extremist air attack tied to French Algerian rebel peace talks. An official said army anti aircraft guns are deployed after threats to hotels and officials. Rebels press for release of ten leaders including Mohammed Ben Bella.

Evian-Les-Bains France UPD Mohammed Ben Bella Algeria Lake Geneva

Chambers Statement Amid Defeat and Grievances in Indiana

The statement reflects Chambers denial of the decision in Indiana politics, praising supporters and allies, and pledging continued influence in the 87th Congress. It notes gratitude to colleagues and staff, and emphasizes commitment to law and principled campaigns, with references to Anderson and ongoing political plans. The article mentions the South Side concert band and Patrol Picnic Parade as upcoming local events.

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South Side Junior High Band Plans Thursday Event

South Side Junior High aims a Thursday evening concert in the school gym under director Joseph Haboush. The program includes Over the Rainbow Imagina and Someone to Watch Over Me plus original composition In present a Spring Band Concert Impressions. Haboush leads a busy year including Halloween Parade work and teaching duties at Anderson High School.

South Side Over the Imagina Junior High Testion Joseph Haboush Haboush Acity Anderson High School Parade Eagles Convention Pa Zions Promotion Warriorettes Wilma Berry Nancy Loucks Cherry Hiday Sherry Young Above Herald

Ferro Girls Go On Strike Over Summer Attention

In Ferro the college town girls strike against dating Socal boys, saying boys pay attention only during summer vacation when teachers’ college is closed and out of town students have left.

Rio DE Janeiro Brazil Ferro Socal

Control Taken At Alleghany In Texas Led Coup

Murchison brothers of Texas seized Alleghany Corp control by ousting Allan P. Kirby and naming a nine man board. John L. Murchison said a new CEO would be installed and Alfred E. Perlman would remain as president of the New York Central Railroad. Kirby, owning nearly a third of Alleghany shares, did not attend in person but wished the new regime success. The vote totals showed a landslide for the insurgent slate.

Baltimore Murchison Brothers Texas Alleghany Corp John 1. Murchison Dallas Allan P. Kirby Alleghany Kirby Murchisons Murchison Alfred E. Perlman New York Central Railroad Aleghany Charles T. Ireland Jr

Seniors Graduate at MHHS Commencement in Gym

Madison Heights High School honored 269 seniors at last night’s graduation in the school gym. Principal Robert E. Collier presided as diplomas were distributed by Dale M. Prough. Speakers included Hugh Maxwell Walters and Thomas McMahan. Reverend Thomas Heilman gave the invocation and Reverend John Zuber pronounced the benediction. The band under Francis E. Barker performed special music.

Madison Heights High School Hugh Maxwell Walters Central Indiana Thomas Heilman St. Ambrose Church John Zuber Meadowbrook Baptist Church Robert E. Collier Dale M. Prough Thomas McMahan Francis E. Barker

Church Donates Five Percent More In Special Funds

The Church of God reports a five percent donation increase to benevolent causes this year and reaches a 1960-61 budget milestone of 1,009,000. National Woman's Missionary Society reports over 200,000 raised in Christ's Birthday offering supporting world mission projects. A new 12,000 seat auditorium on East Std St convention grounds is funded, though construction is delayed by weather. the building features post tensioning, thin-shell roofs, and a dome lift.

Church of God Paul Tanner World Service National Woman's Missionary Society Ing Taniner East Std St

New Arrivals In Anderson and Vicinity

Birth notices from local hospitals list newborns for families including Daniel Sigler, Wilbury Schmitt, Leroy Slater, and Raye Canada. The Church of God reaches about 3,200 congregations worldwide, with locations in Indianapolis and across the United States noted in current statistics.

St. John’s Hospital Daniel Sigler Thesterfield Wilbury Schmitt W. 22Nd St Leroy Slater Manor Rd Church of God Coleman Hospital United States Indianapolis Raye Canada

Roush Wins Indiana Seat by 99 Votes in Recount

Former Democratic Rep. J Edward Roush defeated Republican George C Chambers by 99 votes in Indiana Fifth District after a three month House subcommittee recount. Official tally shows 107357 for Roush vs 106882 for Chambers. results exceed state validation by 863 votes. Chambers, 60 year old lawyer, said he is satisfied with the investigation and will return to his Indiana law practice.

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Kennedy seeks heavier outlay for space and defense

President Kennedy plans a substantial budget push to expand space and defense programs and to boost aid to Southeast Asia. Leaders announced the proposals, including a $285 million supplemental for the current year, a broader foreign aid package, and increases for NASA and defense space projects aimed at accelerating lunar goals.

Washington UPI Kennedy Congress America Southeast Asia White House House Senate Sam Rayburn Tex South Viet Nam Conegress Alan B Shepard Civilian Space Agency Defense Department National Aeronautics & Space Administration House Space Committee

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