14 Jun 1958
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1958
Page
1
A garbled OCR fragment lists names and phrases in a jumbled sequence. The text includes partial forms of names such as Bevin and Minter and scattered words that resemble a ledger or notice but lacks coherent context or a clear event.
The article details multiple inquiries involving Goldfine. It mentions investigations, unidentified figures, and references to hearings or meetings. Specific persons, dates, or places are not clearly legible in the damaged text.
News notes severe flooding on the Wabash and White Rivers with multiple battles reported in Beirut and surrounding areas. The Associated Press reports heavy fighting, military actions, and ongoing security concerns as authorities respond to rising waters and the deteriorating situation in Lebanon.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Rufus Price and a number 79 with unclear context. The readable portion lacks coherent events, dates, or actions to summarize further.
A fragmented notice outlines a Legion social event, mentions welfare and orphans, and references state authority. It lacks clear names, dates, or places due to OCR errors, but indicates concerns about child welfare and support networks within a local community.
A severe storm caused property damage across the area with fallen debris and damaged structures. Residents reported multiple outages and emergency crews responding to affected neighborhoods as weather warnings continued.
Lebanon police report recovering a stolen Florida car that had been moved across the street to a garage after its owner, Jack F Hirk of 828 Seah Land Street, alerted authorities. The vehicle appeared intact, with the evidence suggesting internal safekeeping for three days before discovery. Nearby workers and others were questioned as part of the investigation.
An airman who left the service was found after stealing a rented Gulfport plane and landing in a swamp near Tyler Texas. He told his mother he had hoped to surprise his girlfriend in Dallas but ran out of gas. He described evasive maneuvers and low altitude flying before the crash landing. Newsmen reported the man appeared calm as he spoke of the incident.
The program featured speaker Dreseditey and the GOC official, stressing grain obstruction and weather data. Attendees included Rotarians Bill Thomas of Plainville and Pau Weakley of Cemeterdsyille, with other locals present.
An odd printed item describes a playful American custom dubbed Daffynitions Picnic. It mentions giving people an outing and insects during innings in a lighthearted, tongue in cheek fashion.
Debn Frederick Schnabel will be ordained at St Pauls Latinerand Church in Madison on June 29 and assume duties as pastor of St Mark's Church in Whitescona on July 1. He is the son of Ied Mietayumin Schnabel of Misty Florida formerly of Madisonshire and attended local schools.
Defense lawyers press to break down Arthur Mogilner testimony as state reviews checks and vouchers tied to a 1966 payoff plan. Key figures Sherwood Saver and Virgil Smith testified about a boat trip near Seabrook, Florida to discuss safer payoffs. Continued on page 4.
London AP reports Prime Minister Macmillan returned from a weeklong tour of the United States and Canada. He said President Eisenhower invited him to return the call and appeared confident as he landed from Ottawa where he addressed the Canadian Parliament Friday.
Grover H Flaningam a 64 year old teacher and Lebanon native died Thursday in Evanston Hospital after a long illness. He taught industrial arts at New Trine High School and lived in Evanston for 8 years. Survived by his wife Doratha Witt a son Richard two daughters Mrs Tom Nishett Wilmette and Mrs Edward Richardson Tucson two brothers Lester Thorntown and Edward Detroit two sisters Mrs Augusta Endico Lebanon and Mrs June Zoller Tampa and two grandchildren. Funeral arrangements locally with services at Hebblethwite Evanston and Russell Hitch. Burial Oak Hill Cemetery.
United Air Lines DC6 pilot Capt. J C Moody of Denver said his airliner carrying 53 aboard narrowly avoided a collision with three unidentified jet aircraft after takeoff from Salt Lake City. The jets reportedly passed beneath the four engine plane as evasive action was taken. a report will be filed with authorities.
Prayer text invokes Hebrews 11 25 and asks for an outgoing spirit of service to share the gospel with others. It emphasizes following Jesus teachings and praying in the name of the Lord and Master for strength to serve and spread love.
Peiping radio announced the release of the last two American Catholic priests imprisoned in Communist China. The Rev Joseph P McCormack of Maryknoll Seminary Oxfin me NY and the Rev John P Wagner of Pittsburgh and Chicago were freed in Shanghai on expiration of five year terms for espionage and sabotaging China’s financial order. Four other Americans remain jailed on spy charges. Bishop James Walsh remains in Shanghai.
Don Stewart of Lebanon was elected president of Indiana Eagles at a three day convention in Evansville. Clifton Lewis of Elwood was elected vice president and Charles LaFollette of Muncie re elected secretary. Chloe Honeycutt of Indianapolis was elected president of the Auxiliary with Mildren McCune of Wabash as vice president. Installation closed the meeting as the Lebanon Eagle Lodge member attended with a degree team competing for its sixth state title. results not learned by press hour.
Heavy rains caused floods across Indiana with the White and Wabash rivers rising rapidly. Muncie and Anderson reported streets under water and homes flooded as civil defense patrolled levees. Ravenswood near Indianapolis faced evacuations and restricted traffic while sandbagging began to curb rising waters.
Eugene Burn is charged with delivering junk to a salvage yard on May 1 and failing to share proceeds with James Pratt. The complaint, signed by Pratt, states Spencer delivered the junk, received payment, and did not return Pratt's share. Spencer is jailed in Boone County awaiting arraignment with a Monday court appearance expected.
In San Francisco AP Billy Graham closes a seven week crusade at the Cow Palace with an evening sermon. He plans an afternoon service Sunday then a rally where expected attendance is noted. Friday night drew a capacity crowd as Graham urged decisive faith in Christ and discussed excuses people offer for not choosing salvation.
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