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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1970
Page
1
A Friday inquiry examined a traffic crash involving a claimed negligent driver and a patrol vehicle. Mayor Brence said an unnamed suspect faces possible charges while awaiting a formal hearing as investigators review vehicle speed and allocation of blame.
The Andersor Gily Councileum approves a rule allowing the council president to vote on each matter of business, ending the prohibition on his ballots. The change follows a 4-3 civil city budget vote and was supported by both majority and minority members after a rules committee study.
Sun Valley board orders repairs after a August 21 crash injuring seven, citing unsafe bleachers and blocked fire lanes. Inspections urge major structural work, new guard rails, and wiring upgrades. Helpling races may pause until safety compliance is met, with limited exceptions for current season.
INDIANAPOLIS AP Vice President Agnew will make at least one more public appearance in Indiana to stump for US Senate hopeful Richard Roudebush as state GOP chairman Buena Chaney announced. Chaney spoke after a closed Central Committee meeting and noted resignation of Indianapolis banker Frank Milts as GOP treasurer, with Maurice of Fer to replace him.
Ambiguous report covers an Anderson couple and wedding vows with references to the United States of Antayiea and several names. The fragmentary text mentions an anniversary and family members, and hints at a public ceremony or reception amid unclear details.
Union members from Local 1bt of the United Auto Workers picketed the Exell plant on a Wednesday evening seeking recognition from management after 33 years of employment. About 1 to 1.5 percent of Local 1bt members reportedly joined, while management said there was no work stoppage and production would continue with outside personnel if needed. Plant manager Maude Van Slade said further statements would come later amid discussions with Detroit management officials and a former manager at the Kiwood plant.
The agency announced reductions in its six Saturn mission plans including trimming laboratories and crew. It will repurpose some Saturn V hardware, delay Skylab visits, and spaceflight schedules shift toward completing Apollo tests while aiming for a 1978 launch horizon.
U S sources report Nixon administration reviewing evidence on Egypt placing antiaircraft missiles near Suez. Israel faces possible UN boycott while talks and a ceasefire effort stall. Defense Secretary Laird signals continued arms to Israel as fighters and bombers could resume deliveries.
UAW and GM discuss wages and benefits with 24 cent hourly increases and calls to remove the cost of living cap. The union demands voluntary retirement after 96 years service with a $340 monthly pension, and a no-loss protection for laid off workers. GM offers increase in insurance and retirement at $500 monthly at age 60 with 30 years, but rejects the union’s ceiling removal. Major dispute centers on a COLA cap and the backdating of money claimed under the old pact.
Lafayette Township residents face controversy over city well water levels and a dry well near Leach School. Officials note surface water and private wells differ, while consultants plan a detailed report in about two weeks.
Saigon reports three U S Marines killed and one wounded when a Marine Corps fighter jet collapsed after striking a barrier during refueling near Da Nang. Fire crews fought the blaze before the aircraft exploded.
A funeral service will be held at 230 pm Friday at the Notlew Mineral Home for Lisa Laverda Souk age 4 who died in a traffic accident Tuesday evening Interment will follow in Parkview Cemetery She was born December 4 in Anderson to Wesley C and Mary Alice Hughes Cook She survived by her parents maternal grandfather Mr and Mrs Got Hughes of Pennington Map Ya five sisters and one brother Funeral home calls after 1 pm today
The federal suit in Indianapolis names Madison County Sheriff Joe L. Bragton Deputy Sole L. Clemons Anderson City Court Judge Robert R. Rubbing and their surety firms Retity Casualty Co and Western Surety as defendants. It alleges failure to provide prescribed medication to Gale Callahan causing hospitalization from 1960 to 1989 after the youth was jailed for fines and driving without a license. The complaint claims the boy was jailed eight days for unaffordable fines and that improper drug denial led to medical treatment Illuminate details provided by the plaintiff and statements from Brogdon who says he has not been notified of the suit.
Washington reports on Dennis defending his voting record from 1969 to 1970. He denounces opponents as Communist-backed and claims alignment with Nixon on war policy and environmental bills. An Interior Department spokesman noted changes in mailing for Turnet projects and ongoing tour details.
Infant Shelly Wenee Brooks and infant Ganahter of Mr Ayn Ars Jae Lor Brooks died in Madison County area. Surviving are parents Kimber ly and other family. Graveside rites set for Friday morning at Bulla Memorial Park. Final rites 10 am Sunday. Harold Rozelle funeral home in charge of arrangements. Ralph Roberts memorial service planned today. Burial at Eden Cemetery.
A fragmented obituary and school notice mix from a 20th century paper mentions Navy Fireman Dan C Patterson 2, killed aboard ship in Japan. Henry B Cassell and other local figures are cited with varied life events, while Anderson and Fairmount schools debate hair length and discipline policies amid student protests. Funeral rites, veterans, and local civil notices follow in a stream of unedited names and places.
Munich AP reports Chancellor Willy Brandt's government plans to close the Munich transmitters of the American sponsored Radio Liberty and Radio Free Europe next year as part of policy shifts, with conservative opposition pressing details and timing.
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