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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1961
Page
1
Boone County will disburse a record 1,628,600 during spring draw. County and township allocations include state school tax shares. Barbara Reid notes rises from last year, with funds to towns and other entities.
A GOP era clash over Governor Richard J. Ristine's plan for a 15 dollar per hour press secretary salary prompts questions about public relations spending. Critics cite four press agents for the lieutenant governor and broader publicity costs, arguing the administration should avoid excess expenditure while advocating open door policies. Page Four.
Nation awaits a presidential update on a summit as Kennedy plans a detailed address from the White House. Reporters and aides observed tense exchanges and gestures during the briefing, while budget figures show county welfare and hospital funding changes amid broader fiscal notes.
Infant Heffner, born Monday at Methodist Hospital Indianapolis, dies at 2:30 am. Private funeral planned with Rev. Fred Gilbert officiating. Burial at Oak Hill Cemetery. Survivors are the parents.
A Boone County land dispute over 6.485 acres needed for Interstate 65 delays are to be decided by a jury. Plaintiffs Mr and Mrs Small claim compensation for loss of land and damages from the state takings. Attorneys W Parr and Davin Rickey defend the Small side while Hagers Burns represents the state. The jury was anticipated to hear核心 core issues soon.
Severe weather struck Thorntown with heavy rains and gusty winds causing structural damage around Kendell home. Residents reported debris and fear as a wall perch was displaced by the wind, prompting local emergency checks and safety advisories.
A Hammond officer was dismissed following a protest linked to the Ristine affair. Witnesses describe a fatal shooting during a confrontation on Hammond Street. Police and investigators offered limited commentary as the case unfolds, with motives and connections to the victim unclear.
The veteran Kentucky newspaperman Dean of Kentucky journalism died in Louisville after a long career with regional papers. He served as a prominent editor and mentor to many reporters, shaping coverage across the state during decades of publication.
County commissioners approved two Eagle Township subdivisions near SR 334 and US 52. One plan, called Spring Hill, covers 27.61 acres for a 24-lot residential area with one and two level homes and will be developed west of Zionsville. The other parcel, owned by Harold Knox, spans 4 square feet? and aims for suburban to business use with variances from the county ordinance.
Governor Mathes E Welsh urged rapid handling of the Irvin matter citing dangers of delaying trial and the risk to witnesses who testified at the first trial. Irvin, condemned to death for a Evansville service station attendant murder, faced new legal moves as the case spans years and may be moved to Kentucky or Indiana venues. The Supreme Court and state officials weigh whether to vacate or retry, with proceedings continuing as judges and prosecutors navigate jurisdiction and timing questions.
County Prosecutor Paul Joie voices doubt about pursuing additional charges after Burns pleads guilty under the Bursts Statutes. The judge who fined Burns is cited, with questions raised about continuing pressure or legal steps.
The Supreme Court rules that the Communist Party must register with the U.S. attorney general as a puppet of the Bremin under the 1950 Subversive Activities Control Act. The decision centers on legal requirements for political groups linked to foreign powers and aims to curb subversive influence.
Weather Bureau issued a bulletin warning severe thunderstorms with possible large hail and damaging winds for the western edge of Indiana. The advisory notes storms may barely reach Indiana from Attica souk to Vin cranes.
The article notes Boone’s participation in the ASC program with 612 farms enrolled. It details farm acreage, seed agreements, and land diversion to green or legume crops. Counties receive payments starting spring of 1866 under the Feed Grain Program, covering about a portion of payments and supporting farm seed arrangements.
Canehart presses IFK to disclose full facts and statements as Kennedy faces Cuba policy. The report notes debate over Western Hemisphere security and Castro’s influence, urging complete accountability and rapid clarification from leaders amid tensions with the Soviet bloc.
A fatal collision west of Greensburg leaves a man dead and his wife injured. The report notes a car strike and right of way dispute involving Carl L. Patera of Maixville as authorities investigate.
Fragmentary recount notes Mrs Kennedy traveling to Rome with unclear details. Text references a beetle encounter and an observer named Landon plus Armenea and Conrad, with uncertain reactions and questions around the trip.
Harriman urged the Soviet Union and United States to press for an effective permanent ceasefire, stating that leaders agree on a cease-fire condition. He avoided discussing terms of settlement and addressed the conference in Geneva, stressing commitment to a political agreement.
The commission approved a gubernatorial order amid a reshuffle that puts the State Department of Education in charge of governing the mission. Whitehead defended the ouster as essential after a long term, noting contracts and personnel changes. The body also approved appointive steps and praised former members for major achievements.
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