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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1961
Page
1
Community recreation programs run at Memorial Park and local venues with roving instructors. City officials note busy crowds, ticket sales, and planned activities through the week, highlighting youth workshops and safety demonstrations for residents.
A Delaware jail sex abuse case prompts a state investigation as deputies face allegations from multiple inmates. The case centers on misconduct at the Dover area facility and involves a sheriff and jail staff. Local and state officials vow a full inquiry, citing potential policy and safety failures.
President Kennedy, using crutches, cancels attendance at a women’s press dinner to avoid further strain on his ailing heart. The White House says he will continue to improve, noting he appeared steadier as he left a helicopter after a week.
Reported fatalities and injuries dominate a chaotic scene at a city hospital as authorities recount an eight hour tally since Friday. Names and partial details blur amid confusing OCR output, but references to victims and responders trace a fatal traffic incident near a hospital with multiple agencies involved.
A disrupted hearing halts public discussion on the proposed S-465 route. The article cites Indiana department figures and state officials including Burton Davis and Page Four details, with mentions of March sessions and the involvement of various administrative divisions.
State officials await comment as court upholds petition by Raver regarding a new winter route. The plan would run east to west through Boone, Hamilton and Marion Counties, with interchanges and multiple relocations, affecting about 2,000 feet near Baptis Home and Ditch Road. Five route alternatives were proposed, one trending more northerly than the recommended path, and a public hearing was invited to gather resident input.
County Extension Office seeks applicants for the 4 H Queen contest linked to the county fair. Entries must arrive by July 15 and be judged on personality and beauty. Competent judges will assess contestants from Lebanon, Akerman, Zionsville, Basen Kirrich, Advance, Thorntown, and nearby areas.
Fragmentary report of a VFW Fathers Auxiliary election led by Dratrict hot mane and AB Thampson. Names mentioned include Lebarurt and Prompeen with Abner and Mr or Mrs Buren Nee Mr amd Mre, suggesting a local veterans group meeting and leadership decisions amid incomplete OCR.
Community fundraising efforts in Lebanon City approach six hundred dollars with multiple contributors and local organizations listed. Notable names include Dr. M A Showe, Stewart Wann Carp, and various chapters of Greek letter organizations supporting the celebration.
Ernest Lanam, 68, a veteran linked to the American Legion and Purdue University, died today at his home after a long illness. He worked 74 years at Hoover Veterinary Laborator ies and had several marriages and survivors including children Phil ip Sanam and two Hoovod Wagguner relatives. Funeral services will be held with arrangements by Russell & Hitch in Thorntown.
The Red Cross Bloodmobile will visit the former Reporter Building on June 21 from 10 am to 3 pm. Only 23 donors have signed up so far, and organizers seek 169 additional donors to replenish the dwindling supply.
Ikeda departs Japan en route to Washington for a Kennedy era talks amid protests over the security policy. Police clash with demonstrators as crowds gather outside the prime minister's residence.
President Eisenhower warned the federal government was expanding power via unnecessary programs and appropriations. He urged Republicans to align with a conservative GOP platform and defend the national character against what he called excessive federal intervention.
Obituary notice for Louella Collins of Montgomery County born Replander daughter of Yanwel Clark Steptush. She died after illness, survived by husband Par Brera, daughter Mrs Dokpany, granddaughter Mrs Marvin Hash, two sons Tom and Dace Hiteh, and two statres. Funeral services scheduled for St Pan Betnesber at Pacsdtl di Hitse Purievsi Hams Letennn.
Defense today in the Byrd trial focused on the sudden courtroom closing as prosecutors presented 14 witnesses on Thursday and Friday. Several other prospective witnesses were subpoenaed but not summoned, including key figures related to the second wife’s alleged poisoning. Last March’s loss remains a central point, with mandating action continuing on Page Four.
Suit filed by the county and backed by a court alleges the state did not consult with the county or hold hearings on the proposed Interstate 465 route. The petition argues hearings were canceled and that the state highway department failed to advertise the route properly, potentially costing taxpayers. The filing names several officials and notes the case aims to require public hearings before any route decisions.
A morning accident near Shgay Creek left several people missing and presumed drowned. Local authorities report two known deaths and ongoing search efforts as witnesses describe unsafe conditions in the water and a crowded scene.
A Muncie bank teller was arrested on forgery charges connected to a savings bank incident. Allan on trial before US Commissioner John Beasley. Suspect Stamizlaus, 23, single, formerly employed at the bank in October.
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