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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1964
Page
1
Police outline strict Halloween rules restricting door to door trick or treating to the two days prior to October 31. Violators face damages liability and arrests. Local parade and increased mobile patrols with eight E Squad members and eight Civil Defense volunteers will double patrols starting October 37, 1964.
Joseph White sues on behalf of his son Harry White in Madison Superior Court 2 seeking 62500 dollars in damages. The claim alleges a 17 year old fell from a tractor during a ride with Kenneth Jarrett's son, was struck by a wagon hitched behind, and sustained permanent injuries due to a broken seat latch not repaired.
A Cuban pilot defected in a Soviet built crop duster from Fidel Castro's institute and crossed the Florida Straits. U S radar tracked the craft and jets forced it down near Key West, where the biplane overshot the strip and blocked traffic for hours.
The hurricane Isbell reached near hurricane strength as it battered western Cuba with 60 mph winds and aimed toward Florida s lower west coast and the Keys. A hurricane watch stretched from Tampa to Key West while Dry Tortugas hoisted red and black flags. Cuba faced its third blow of the season with torrential rains and roof damage reported in Pinar del Rio.
Senator Barry Goldwater headlines a busy Midwest swing touring Des Moines Topeka Milwaukee and Sioux Falls. A noon luncheon at Linders Restaurant in Anderson follows an 11 am campus event at Anderson College. Nixon and Morton also planned appearances as party leaders tout strong district support.
Promoting a conservative message on reducing government interference, Barry Goldwater urged Midwest voters to reject Democratic promises he claimed were never kept. He contrasted GOP aims with social programs, calling for action against socialism at home and communism abroad while addressing supporters in Milwaukee Arena.
The planning body granted final approval for two service stations in Fall Creek Township and approved estates including South Crest North Crest and Rolling Acres in Monroe Township. Salyer's Golden Acres Killbuck Terrace in Richland Township and Texaco at Ind 87 and County Road 450 South plus Sun-Oil at Ind 57 and I 69 received nods. Victory Gardens First Continuation in Lafayette Township also cleared. A temporary trailer placement at Ind 9 and Ind 67 in Fall Creek Township was approved.
Welsh discusses repaying loan funds if federal money becomes available and rejects a second bond option for port grounds. The Budget Committee will hear leaders from four state colleges on a $207.6 million 1963 67 program and W L Brunton will present Indiana Legion recommendations for the Indiana World War Memorial with a $229.6 thousand appropriation. The panel faces two days of hearings and Friday's executive session.
Indiana official and Wabash College trustee Ristine calls for expanded public private college cooperation to provide educational opportunities for every qualified Hoosier. He cites strong foundation and competition among institutions and emphasizes higher education as a necessity in a changing world. The Anderson crowd greeted his convocation remarks with prolonged applause.
Disjointed excerpts discuss U S positions on Vietnam and potential regional responses. Mentions Philippines and SEATO with references to White House comments and skepticism about leadership. The fragmentary text lacks coherent events or conclusions.
The report describes a Topeka appearance where a speaker accused rival Col Smolen of political maneuvering. A confrontation is noted as a man grabbed his wife and the target was escorted to a police station. Severely, the text combines campaign remarks with foreign policy notes on Viet Nam and SEATO allies, including Truman’s health updates and travel.
Chelsea Industries Inc, a tape fabrics and elastics maker in New York, says it has secured a $2.1 million loan from Prudential Insurance Co of America to expand its operations. The article also notes government employment shifts and political commentary.
Jr. Warhaw of Mt. Gilead Ohio aided police in the search for kidnapers after a brief news conference. The captive, tied to U S and Venezuelan diplomatic circles, cited his mother's plea and a fear of police until his release.
Obituaries detail funeral arrangements for Homer M. Shields 46 of 1720 W 9th St Marion resident Thomas Vernon Norwood 53 formerly of Anderson Sharon Ann Foist four years old burial at Memorial Park Curtis Sims 65 of 3022 Columbus Ave all with service times and burial sites and Sherman Troxel local death noted with services planned in Sugar Grove Pennsylvania including surviving relatives and locations of funeral rites.
Detectives probe checks allegedly cashed by the same person in two department stores. Store employees gave differing descriptions of the suspect. Gas stations are a major hot spot for bad checks and operators are warned not to accept checks from unknown persons. A new series of payroll checks is circulating in the Anderson area, passed in large department stores. The local Chamber of Commerce is involved in business matters.
A globetrotting lecturer known for over four million air miles and two Oscar wins leads a tour and is linked to major organizations. Local 662 laid off workers should report to the Hall on Indiana 109 before Saturday October 17 between 9 A.M. and 6 P.M.
American Motors Corp and the United Auto Workers announced agreements in three major economic areas the same day but did not set up the auto industry's only profit sharing plan. GM remained on strike and Ford picketing continued in Detroit and Cleveland.
Obituaries list several Madison County residents with full names ages and burial plans. Arlie E Doty 84 of Fortville died Tuesday with funeral services at 10 30 a m Friday at Paul C Cory Mortuary and Gravel Lawn Cemetery. Zula Hinshaw Wilkinson 71 Kensnard to be buried Glen Cove near Knightstown after services at Ken nard Friends Church. Hattie D Luse 93 McCordsville funeral 10 30 a m today at Paul C Cory with burial at Gravel Lawn. Laura Comstock 79 Fortville funeral 2 p m today at Paul C Cory with burial in McCordsville Cemetery.
Berry chair of the Chamber agriculture committee and Herman Sharitt president of the County Farm Bureau will be welcomed by Jack Pihi Chamber president and Mayor Frank H. Allis. Sharritt to be MC with entertainment by the Hoffman Family of Pen cleton. Dr. Paarlberg known for Foods for Peace work and as a special assistant to President Eisenhower authored several books including The American Farm Policy.
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