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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1963
Page
1
Republican mayoral candidate Frank Allis told Anderson College Young Republicans that stealing votes is a grave crime far worse than purse theft. He urged strong citizen participation and integrity in elections during a Lilly Lounge gathering.
Anderson area high school football schedules three contests this weekend with Anderson at Elwood Noblesville at New Castle and Alexandria at Tipton. The piece notes political overtones about election conduct and urges good citizenship amid a season of injuries and strong play by Anderson’s Indians and neighboring teams.
Petitioners in Union Richland Lafayette and Pipe Creek Townships can vote on a Metropolitan School District proposal. A referendum will seek approval for the reorganization with four townships and Elwood area excluded. Directors named include Robert L. Austin Franklin Beel and others, with petitions surpassing quota and legal steps underway.
Senate leaders from both parties agree to shave 385 million from the foreign aid authorization totaling 4.2 billion. The compromise reduces military and economic aid and adds a contingency fund for emergency use while delaying civil rights action. The plan cuts the Latin American Progress fund and military aid while preserving key programs as officials prepare for further debate.
In Washington the AP notes President Kennedy denies plans to pull U.S. combat units from Europe asserting readiness to keep six divisions in place as NATO faces renewed strain from Berlin and European allies. Deputy Defense Secretary Gilpatric says airlift capacity improved but more adjustments may occur.
A gas explosion rocked a drug store in Marietta Georgia Thursday night killing at least six people and injuring 56 as rescuers worked to reach victims. The incident occurred amid Halloween shoppers and costumed bystanders, with authorities investigating the gas leak theory as the likely cause.
A Havana crowd gathered before the presidential palace cheered new laws confiscating U.S. parcel post packages raising food prices and tightening sugar rationing. Fidel Castro announced the measures to fund hurricane damage repair and Strengthen government control.
Explosion blamed on gas accumulation collapses part of a sewer site in a South Side area. Three workmen hurt as debris scatters. witnesses report panicked shoppers and pedestrians knocked to the ground. Police investigate cause and safety lapses.
A power plant explosion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds Coliseum during the Holiday on Ice revue killed about 55 and injured around 50. Spectators described a massive blast with concrete debris and a collapsed seating area. Fire was contained and evacuations orderly as witnesses reported widespread panic and hundreds injured.
A cave-in and blast at the intersection of Bash St. and Columbus Ave injured several workers and halted a Halloween parade. Photographers and bystanders witnessed the scene as fire and police kept crowds back. Two-story building walls weakened by the explosion collapsed trapping some. The injured include Mr. and Mrs. Chesterfield and Mr. and Mrs. Bricker among others.
Goldwater rejects joining the 1964 GOP ticket as vice president and reiterates opposition to the Tennessee Valley Authority selling it to private industry. He also discusses China policy and a potential debate with Kennedy, while noting he would rather remain in the Senate.
The state contends Jot Jones died of pneumonia caused by malnutrition and neglect. After presenting evidence on page 3, the defense or court actions follow as the case concludes.
Washington lawmakers press a Senate Rules Committee inquiry into alleged ties to a German beauty linked to a Capitol Hill club. Witness denial from Mrs Rometsch and officials say she did not work there, as investigators plan further questioning and possible witness calls.
The piece contrasts Republican pledges to cut waste and modernize city services with the current administration’s eight year record. GOP platforms promise lower taxes, businesslike utilities, street improvements, park modernization through youth programs, and ethical law enforcement. The incumbent party is blamed for rising taxes and lax enforcement, with raids used for publicity.
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