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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1956
Page
1
Amid party conventions at the State Fairgrounds Coliseum tensions rise over leadership and policy. Foremost candidates Irving Peene and others navigate factional loyalty as labor and political insiders weigh expected outcomes.
Fragment from a religious page showing a prayer in archaic language begging humility and divine love. Mentions Luke 9 24 and seeks guidance to live unto Christ and show forth his love through the Holy Spirit. A devotional note emphasizes surrender for the Saviour's sake.
Reports say officials will boost postal rates next week by about 30 million dollars to support services. Detroit sources indicate Studebaker Packard plans an arrangement with Curtiss Wright for financial aid, pending public announcement.
Renowned journalist Vern Hacclasd argues that global restraint requires major powers to adopt verifiable arms cuts. He outlines strategic risks and urges international cooperation to avert new confrontations and preserve stability amid shifting alliances.
The obituary notes Daniel Davis survived by his wife Mrs Ethel Grater and Mrs Mabel Koesef New Augusta. He leaves four sons Mitten Wo Davis Cincinnati, David Agof Lohan A Sand Perry C Ba and one sister Mrs Lillie Indianapolis plus seven grandchildren. Funeral services Tuesday at 10 am at Russell and Hitch funeral home officiated by Rev Sharp with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery. Friends may visit the funeral home.
A 33 year old man described as blind was held for preliminary charges in the death of a girl in Gianapuris. Police said the matter involved a fatal accident and internal conflicts surrounding the incident. Neighbors reported the girl, three year old Mel Neal, fell in a fire after returning home, with authorities probing the circumstances and the man’s alleged involvement.
Storms hit Martinsville, Shelbyville, and Indianapolis with hail and winds up to 51 mph. Flooding eases along the Wabash River, as Evansville reports damaged boats, downed trees, and power lines.
Hassil Schenck participated in the regional federation meet last week in Cedar Rapids. The event featured a broad group including Indiana and Illinois attendees and noted discussions on farm leadership and community activities amid a busy conference schedule.
Torrential rains swamped vast areas in New South Wales and created a lake up to 70 miles wide in the Riverina district. Many families evacuated as roads were cut and transport disrupted. The Sydney Daily Mirror speculated the stormy weather may be linked to a British atomic test in June.
Handley maintains a firm lead in a recent Indiana poll ahead of the Republican state convention. The survey shows Handley with strong margins among likely delegates, while opponents register smaller support.
Eagles return from state meet with team placing high and multiple members earning honors. Details fragmented but indicate strong showing by members Ausdiar and Uehiro with several top results in events and drills.
The obituary notes the death of Mutat Baber of Whitestown. Survived by widow Mrs Lloyd Gites Harold Livengood and Mrs Brown of Indianapolis with three sons four sisters and two granddaughters among the survivors. Last rites at 3 p.m. Tuesday with Rev Richard Kraus officiating. Burial in the Lutheran cemetery east of Whitestown. Friends may call at the funeral home in Lebanon.
Last minute efforts to remake Indiana’s Democratic ticket failed. Six candidates still seek the governor nomination with Tuesday’s state convention looming. Roger Branigin led as Paul Butler backed away from endorsing Hugh Dillin, while Walsh shifted to the US Senate race. Gubernatorial contenders Dillin and Terre Haute Mayor Ralph Tucker remained in the race with late filings for minor offices noted.
Helen B Hines 67 a world traveler wife of engineer George E Hines died at Witham hospital after a stroke at the family cabin near Darlington Horn Savannah Mo February 25 1889 She was daughter of Charles F and Sarah Shanks Rooher Her husband later worked as city engineer and in Lebanon lived at Tay Club Park The couple had two granddaughters Susan Limbert and Mary Carolyn Hines along with a son George E Hines Jr Burial will be at O Oli ce Friends may
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