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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1966
Page
3
Gordon M. Metcalf, named chairman of Sears, Roebuck and Co, says he will not change the long standing policies that built Sears into the world’s largest distributor of general merchandise. He joined the firm 33 years ago earning $27.50 a week.
Elwood-Oleta Circle hosts a social at the Indiana and Michigan rooms in Alexandria on November 2. Calendar Club dinners and luncheons announced, plus Ladies Aid Society, Helping Hands, 49ers Homemakers, Republican Women events, and Beta Sigma Phi Theta Upsilon planning a meeting. Local leaders Metcalf named chairman of Sears Roebuck. economy remarks noted.
County Clerk Gene Creagmile announced polling locations across Elwood area for the November 8 vote. Precincts include Pipecreek Township Precinct 1 Danny Whetsel residence Precinct 2 Elwood Fire Department Precinct 3 John Pearson Garage Precinct 4 Edgewood Precinct 5 Kenneth Stage garage Precinct 6 400 N 1th St Precinct 7 Riser Garage Precinct 8 B and B Tire Center Precinct 9 Elwood Arm logis Precinct 10 Oakland Precinct 11 Buds 11 Garage Precinct 12 Red Corner School Boone Township Precinct 11 Duck Creek Boone School Duck Creek Township Precinct F1 Leisure Fire station.
A fragmented notice claims efficiency increases up to 35 percent for a dental plate product. It mentions improved retention and comfort with higher wear performance, though details and sources are unclear. Further validation or official documentation is not provided.
Mercy Hospital reports list several patients dismissed including Mrs. Nel lie Hood of 1627 N D St and others from Frankton, S F St and Rt routes. Ambulance transfers include Howard Chriss to Howard County Hospital Kokomo and Dora Keeton to an Anderson physician, with care by local ambulance services.
Congressman Edward Roush of Huntington will address a Democrat gathering at the M Cafeteria in Elwood this evening at o'clock. The event is sponsored by the Pipe Creek Township Democratic organization and the public is invited.
The 25th Infantry Division and newly arrived 4th Division members jointed in a weekend push against Communist infiltration routes near the border. Seven F100 jets and two A-1 Raiders strafed targets while explosions indicated hits on ammunition and fuel supplies. Ground forces reported 11 buildings destroyed by pilots and anticipate further offensives in the region as two North Vietnamese regiments reportedly hide nearby. Prime Minister Ky inspected Saigon’s new multi million dollar palace set to open Tuesday. In noncombat news, Army Pfc. Terry L. Grube of Fort Wayne was listed among casualties from non hostilities in Vietnam.
The report links Air Force officer Boeckenhaupt with diplomat Malinin known as Robert and details assignments at Pentagon and bases through 1966. It notes Malinin born in Germany became U.S. citizen via naturalized parents and lived near Falls Church Virginia. The piece also mentions mortar shelling reports in Saigon and casualties near a central market.
Trial proceedings resume after judge overruled defense motion to move the Sheppard trial to preserve impartiality. F Lee Bailey argued general publication exposure would taint jurors, but Talty denied the request and instructed jurors to prepare for an overnight stay and return with necessities.
The 77 year old firm expects all outstanding payables to be met in full with possible funds left for shareholder distribution, likely requiring three to six months. Officials credit local aid to help keep the tile business in Detroit area, amid Japan tile imports and government probes into dumping and competitive conditions.
In Franklin Indiana a $1.5 million capital campaign is under way with pledges of $750000 for a Campus Center endowment and facilities. Cochairs Orestes and Wesfi say the drive funds will support building projects and campus growth.
Purdue University reports on crop progress with about 55 percent of stands achieved versus 68 percent a year ago. Apple harvest around 85 percent complete, slightly above last year. Moisture declines noted in topsoil and subsoil, northern areas showing higher deficiencies. Pasture conditions gentler drop, combining ahead of last year, winter wheat seeding near average at 90 percent.
A network of candidates including Harriette Bailey Conn Wilma Fay and others from Marion Lake Vanderburgh and Allen counties seek legislative seats in 1967. The race features Republican and Democratic hopefuls with historic patterns of one party dominance in Marion County and several first time female contenders across districts.
Voters weigh constitutional amendments in Georgia, California, Florida, Utah and more. Proposals include lowering voting age, term limits for governors, annual legislative sessions, higher pay for legislators, death penalty repeal in Colorado, and local referenda on Viet Nam, police review boards, and flag size in Florida.
Kansas City readers are invited to test a new rupture truss claimed to support the organ without straps or belts. The offer includes a free 4.95 truss for 30 days, with a refund option if unsatisfied. send requests to Physicians Appliance Co at 3270 Koch Bldg, 515 W 75th St, Kansas City MO 64114.
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