22 Jun 1961
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1961
Page
1
A fragmented account recalls J Edgar Hoover, his long FBI tenure, and tensions between government leaders and the agency. It references Kennedy era, crime, and political conflict, touching on wartime acts and Cold War era themes amid a chaotic narrative.
In Bloomington Indiana the Hoosier Boys State elected Thomas Cooper a three sport athlete and Sullivan High School student leader as governor Cooper defeated Michael T Dugan of Indianapolis for the post Wednesday in a tight race and his victory marks a milestone for the program
Fragmentary religious text mixed with mentions of Laos political figures and a plan to form a new national government. References include Our Father prayer lines and names such as Shree and Phouma, with unclear dates and conflicts surrounding neutrality and unity.
Blood donors contributed 93 pints to the floodbank during a Red Cross visit on West Main Street. Donor scheduling prior to the Blowmobile’s stop totaled six percent with 42 walk-ins recorded.
Louisville AP reports a teen has been charged in the fatal stabbing of Thornton Paul, 12, after an alleged remark about his date. The incident occurred after leaving a downtown theater. McGregor, with others, faces June 2 trial. He is held without bond.
A group of Big Springs Telco stockholders filed in Boone Circuit Court a suit seeking a receiver to halt transfers of company assets and to set aside actions tied to Thomas controlled operations expanding through Hendricks County and Whitestown. Lloyd E West Harvey Harris Marvin Bailey Ernest West Richard Davie JL Newby Fred Stahl Maurice Padgett and Charles DeWatt sue the Big Springs Telephone Co and related parties with The Reachdale Bank as administrator. The suit alleges ongoing transfers of company assets, planned reorganization, and a seek to move value to another corporation. August 25 at 7 is scheduled for court action. George Dian serves as attorney for the plaintiffs.
Washington dispatch reports Khrushchev’s latest Berlin beat and Western reaction. He asserts a peace treaty with Germany by year’s end and warns the West about renewed atomic testing, while Moscow presses for more access to Berlin. US officials study the remarks amid tense Western-to-Kremlin diplomacy.
A one car crash four miles west of Columbus Indiana fatally injured Kenneth Kent a 46 year old resident of Columbus. Police say the car went out of control early today leading to the fatal injuries.
The Indiana Republican Party outlines a budget based on regional cost of living and per capita county incomes. Goals include retiring debt, funding operations, and contributing to the Republican National Committee. The Citizens Finance Committee expects to raise about 108000 from selling advertisements and local fundraisers will support district dinners and canvassing.
July Fourth drive gains support from diverse local businesses and individuals including DF and Sadsivs sua, Darthea Smits, Lebanon Hairdressers, Fern's Beauty, Indiana Gas and Water, Zonta International, LeMar Shop, Boone County, Mitchell Drug Store, Kiwanis Club, and others contributing to the celebration fund. Also reported, Ronnie Huston, 38, of Daleville, fled Army prison at Fort Riley, was captured by FBI agents.
President Kennedy suffered a malady during a night at the White House. Dr Travell reported a mixed bacterial viral infection affecting the back area with fever, noting the temperature returned to normal and antibiotics given. The White House said the illness should run its course within ten days.
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