Bendix Automotive Units Supply Allied Forces in World War II
Bendix Products division delivered millions of precision parts to the armed forces since Pearl Harbor. More than 6 million units ranged from brakes and carburetors to landing gear struts and gun turrets, including 400 000 aircraft carburetors and over 20 000 electric gun turrets. The effort featured injection carburetors, Hydrovac braking, constant velocity joints, hydraulic steering cylinders, and extensive subcontractor output across midwest plants to support fighters, bombers, jeeps, and other military vehicles.
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Pearl Harbor
Bendix Products
Bendix Aviation Corporation
South Bend
Bendix
Mid-West
G. I
Christmas Pageant at Lower Deer Creek Sun
The Lower Deer Creek Church of the Brethren presents a Christmas Pageant titled The Lost Christmas on Sunday night December 24 at 7 30. Everyone is welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lower Deer Creek
Church of the Brethren
Mrs. Jennie Shaffer Buried In Camden
Mrs. Jennie Shaffer died at her daughter’s home in Lafayette and was buried in Camden cemetery on Saturday. She was the sister of Mrs. John Brown of Rockfield and wife of Clinton Shaffer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Shaffer
Emmett Byers
Lafayette
Camden Cemetery
John Brown
Rockfield
Clinton Shaffer
Local Couple Announces West Coast Couple's Marriage
Mr and Mrs W B Wilsey longtime Carroll county residents of LaVerne California announce the marriage of their daughter Shirley James to Edwin Wise son of Mr and Mrs Marvin Wise of Camden A reception followed the ceremony Wise has been stationed at Laura Indiana and has spent the last two years in California
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W. B. Wilsey
Carroll County
LaVerne
Calif
Shirley James
Edwin Wise
Marvin Wise
Camden
Wise
Laura
Indiana
California
F Ther
Lucille Redding
Max
Well Woods
Della Fricke
Loansville
Worothea Nebeker
Visses
Rowena Sprowl
Princeton
Ind
Lara Dean
Windfall
Iolen Williams
Monticello
Grace Dechfenderfer
Danville
Ellen Lushaw
Ruth Carney
Delphi
John Shedron
Rebecca Crooks
West Main Street
Harry Holmes
Bert Folmes
Greentown
Ohio
Faye Wallace
Methodist Hospital
Indianapolis
Harve Wallace
Culver
F.G. Armick
Mildred
LE. M. Cripe
Charles Rice
Sugar Stamp No 37 Cancelled Amid Shortage Press Notice
The government ended the issuance of canning sugar on Stamp No 37 in Ration Book 4 as of December 9 at midnight. Stamp No 47 is now invalid while sugar remains available with Stamp No 40. The shortage stems from transportation and manpower difficulties.
Tax Payment Due January 15 for 1944 Estimated Tax
Will H. Smith, Collector for Indiana, notes Congress moved the final date for 1944 estimated tax declarations and payments from December 15, 1944, to January 15, 1945. Farmers may file original or amended declarations, or use Form 1040 to satisfy both return and declaration. Those who file 1944 returns by January 15 may avoid the final 1944 estimated tax installment, and 1945 declarations remain due March 15. Taxpayers not filing final 1944 returns by January 15 must file by March 15.
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Will H. Smith
Internal Revenue
District of Indiana
Congress
Thoughts for Good Thinkers LIGHT OF RELIGION
A compact, period tone collection of religious maxims and quotes from diverse authors. It emphasizes inner illumination for the upright and the visible yet quiet influence of faith guiding conduct and perception.
Christmas Cantata Presented by Camden School Chorus
A Christmas cantata by the Mixed Chorus, Junior High and fourth to sixth grades of Camden School Baptist Church, scheduled for December 17 at 7 30 P M. The program features a collaborative school choir and church involvement.
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H. S
Program Processionals and Carols Recital Highlights
Elizabeth Fisher and Janis Edging headline a holiday program featuring mixed choirs, Girls' Glee Club, and fourth grade chorus. Songs include O Holy Night, Hark the Herald Angels, We Three Kings, and Silent Night with audience participation and a recessional called Joy to the World.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glee Club
We Three Kings
Mary Ann Hyman
State Nearing Sixth War Loan Goal
The state nears its 239000000 Sixth War Loan goal with two days left to reach the quota. Officials urge pre Christmas bond buying to support war fronts and boost morale for the sons in uniform, stressing the small but vital effort of Hoosiers to end the year with extra bond purchases.
Lieut Bill Myers Served on Princeton in Pacific War
Lieut (jg) William H. Myer USNR, son of Mr and Mrs Earl C Myer, flew 17 strike and support missions in the Marianas Campaign. His squadron claimed 134 enemy planes shot down, 64 destroyed on the ground, five ships sunk and four damaged. His crew supported attacks on Del Monte Mindanao Cebu and Asan Naval Base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Myer
Usnr
Marianas
del Monte
Mindanao
Mactan
Cebu
Asan Naval Base
Pescadores
Princeton
Manila
6th War Loan Score Rises in Carroll County
The to date tally shows Carrollton township over the top near $10,000 and Burlington township over $5,000 with Washington Liberty Monroe and Deer Creek closing in. A J Eastman of Burlington hosts a Bond Rally at the schoolhouse on Thursday night December 14. USMC Bob Coffin repeats Tarawa tale at county event. Merchants and professionals urged to report support or be listed, to inform patrons of backing for the Boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrollton
Burlington Township
Washington
Liberty
Monroe
Deer Creek
A. J. Eastman
Bob Coffin
Our County
R J W Meeting At Camden Baptist Church
The Right Jolly Workers district two of Carroll County held a Thursday meeting at Camden Baptist church with about 100 youths. Carl Martin presided. Jane Benner led song service. Rev. Clarence Sink gave the prayer. Rev. Campbell Long spoke on life and death. d evotions by Martha Mullin. musical numbers by Bill Fouts Carl Martin Paul Seward and others. closing with carols and prayers. Next meeting set for Rockfield Church of Christ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Right Jolly Workers
Young People’s Organization of
Carroll County
Camden Baptist Church
Carl Martin
Jane Benner
Doris Jeane Jones
fAmerica the Beautiful
Clarence Sink
Bachelor Run
Martha Mullin
Camden Lutheran Church
Bill Fouts
Paul Seward
Old Village
Everett E. Flora
Basil Burrows
Town of
Bethlehem
Everett Flora
Rockfield Church
In Memoriam Margaret Hunt Cornelius
In loving memory of our dear wife and mother Margaret Hunt Cornelius who died December 23 1943. Days of sadness come o er me hidden tears flow and memories keep you near. God knew you suffered and the hill was hard to climb, so he gave you rest and peace. Death has left a business that never can be filled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Hunt Cornelius
Philathia Class Hosts Covered Dish Supper
The Philathia class of Lutheran Sunday School held a covered dish supper at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jones on Wednesday. A gift exchange was enjoyed by attendees.
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Charles Jones
Philathia
Lutheran Sunday School
The Gardners Entertain At Family Reunion
Mr and Mrs Chester Gardner hosted relatives for a Sunday reunion honoring Dr and Mrs Edwin E Mullin of Chicago and Mrs Elmer Mullin of Manlius Illinois. Attendees included multiple Mullin and Gardner families and kin from nearby towns.
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Gardners
Chester Gardner
Edwin E. Mullin
Chicago
Elmer Mullin
Manlius
Ilinois
Clifford Mullin
Estal Mullin
H. Y. Mullin
Robert Wasson
Herman Mullin
Dean McCain
Paul Snipes
Miles Martin
Albert Burkle
Geo. Martin
Gardner Martin
Dan Cripe
Basil Gardner
Evelyn Mullin
Frank Johnson
Buda
Illinois
Flora Boys Win Corn Growing Contest in Carroll County
J M Kingery and Wilbur Dyson of Flora Rt 2 produced 110.21 bushels per acre to win the 1944 National DeKalb Hybrid Corn Growing Contest in Carroll County. The competition drew thousands of farmers across 18 states. the winner earns a plaque from the DeKalb Agricultural Association. Other top yields included Harry H Wilson 105.57 and Joe C Brown 104.66.
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Carroll County
J. M. Kingery
Wilbur Dyson
Flora
Rt. 2
Kingery
Dyson
United States
DeKalb Agricultural Association
Harry H. Wilson
Camden
Joe C. Brown
John H. Flora
Harold Trapp
Camden and
Orval Flora
Melvin Fisher
Soldier Harry K Bell Killed in Action in Germany
Pvt Henry Kenneth Bell was killed in action in Germany on December 2, per a war department telegram to his wife Mrs Wilma Gingrich Bell of Delphi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Kenneth Hell
Germany
War Department
Wilma Gingrich Bell
Delphi
Carroll County Sixth War Loan Quotas Acceptances
Business and professional men in Carroll County have accepted the 6th War Loan Quota. Local figures include Dr B C Kerkhove Paul Johnson Chas E Stouse Wright Club Thomsons Pharmacy Bright National Bank Spitler and Son Wagoner and Son Clawsons Store L M Pletcher Hardware Voorhees Lumber Co Garrison Elevator Shiraz Poultry Co Humes Mummert M E Gibson O K Barber Shop Robert Snoeberger D E Cripe E E Vinéy Oil Co Mann Chevrolet Scranton Life Insurance Ralph O Pearson Isaac Myer subscribed 5000 to Carroll County Quota. Ora F Shirar CCWFC.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll County
B. C. Kerkhove
Camden
Paul Johnson
Delphi
Chas E. Stouse
Flora the Wright Club
Camden Thomsons Pharmacy
Flora Bright National Bank
Flora Spitler and Son
Flora
C. L. Wise
Camden State Bank Wagoner and Son
Flora Clawsons
Flora L. M. Pletcher Hardware
Delphi Voorhees Lumber Co
M. R. Adams
Mrs Augusta Wikle Brought From Elkhart To Logansport Hospital
Mrs Augusta Wikle was moved from Elkhart to St Joseph Hospital in Logansport on Wednesday for medical care and observation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Augusta Wikle
Elkhart
St. Joseph Hospital
Logansport
Fall S S Convention Has Wine Attendance
The Second District Sunday Schools fall convention at Deer Creek Lutheran church on December 10 drew good attendance despite heavy snow. Readings, addresses, a Mary Ellen Andrews story review, and remarks by Rev. Guard of Camden highlighted the event. 1944 officers were re-elected for 1945: Roy M. Gardiner president, Taylor Fouts VP, Mrs. Arthur Mullin secretary, Hal Groninger treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deer Creek Lutheran Church
Mary Ellen Andrews
Guard
Camden
Deer Creek
Roy M. Gardiner
Taylor Fouts
Arthur Mullin
Hal Groninger
Burrows H E Club Hosts Annual Christmas Party
Burrows Home Economics club held its annual Christmas party on Wednesday with Mrs. Ethel Slagle in charge. Devotionals were offered by Mrs. Anna Hunt and Christmas carols led by Mrs. Kathleen Groninger. Assistants included Mrs. Gertrude Heckard, Mrs. Ilo Coffing, Mrs. Blanche Justice, Mrs. Alice Martin, and Mrs. Lou Allread. Members exchanged gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrows Home Economics Club
Ethel Slagle
Anna Hunt
Kathleen Groninger
Gertrude Heckard
Ilo Coffing
Blanche Justice
Alice Martin
Lou Allread
Indiana Motor Law Increases Traffic Safety
Indiana public safety director Don F. Stiver says the new motor vehicle safety responsibility law promotes driver accountability and reduces ir responsible motorists on highways. In its first year, 26,625 drivers faced suspension. 19,709 were lifted after proof of financial responsibility, with 6,916 still pending. Safety evaluators estimate 42,000 accidents and 777 deaths, with economic losses totaling 34 million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don F. Stiver
State Department of Public Safety
Indiana
General Assembly
Stlver
Safety Division
Wartime Stamp Revisions Extend Validity for Several Items
The notice lists extended validity for ration stamps across categories. Meats and fats Book 4 red stamps A8 through 28 and A5 P5 stay valid indefinitely. Processed foods Book 4 blue stamps A8 through Z8 AS W5 indefinite. Sugar Book 4 stamps 30 through 33 and 40 cover five pounds. spare stamp 37 required for additional sugar canning. Shoes Book 3 airplane stamps 1 and 2 valid indefinitely. new stamp begins November 1, 1944. Gasoline stamps A-13 allow 4 gallons. B4 C4 B5 C5 for 5 gallons. expirations noted December 21.
Oregon Senator Proposes Universal Military Training Bill
In Washington, Senator Chamberlain of Oregon introduces a senate bill for universal military training. The piece also notes the ending of government control of telephone and telegraph lines, initialed July 22, 1918. It reports wartime ship earnings and a series of local social and civic notices in Camden including gatherings, birthdays, and outings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Chamberlain
Oregon
Senate
Washington
Great Lakes
Shipping Board
Katheryn Baker
Pauline Olsey
Ruby Jane Stafford
Crawfordsville
Charlotte Mullin
Indianapolis
Margaret Norris
Rensselaer
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Lady Astor
Mary Baker Eddy
Cuyler
God
Bernard Barton
Hetichent
OF Camden School
Lieut
Bill Myers
R.J.W
Memoriam
Harry K. Bell
S. S
Ration News
Sarah Thomas
E. J. Snyder
Stella Johnson
Mary Guard
Gail Lenon
Reed McCain
D. J. McCain
Carrollton Township
France
Hazel
Naomi Horn
Ethel Foreman
D. P. Crawbaugh
Laporte
Winona
Masonic Brothers
West Sonora
Deer Creek Hall
Order of the Eastern Star
Margaret Caldwell
Thomas Cooper
A. M
William Bridge
A. D. O’bear
Olen Musselman
George Cohee
George Martin
Mrs. Martin
Vera Michael
Richard Taylor
Oakdale Park
Walter Cline
Jackson. Mich
Cline
Mary Studebaker
Camden School
Ella Seward
Delbert Burrows
Rosell Jordan
Fred Smith
Priscilla Studebaker
Blanche Bridge
Eva Johnson
Earl Cunningham
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