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Newspaper

Linton Daily Citizen

Location

Linton, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1971

Page

2

Refugees Flee as South Vietnamese Army Moves in Cambodia

More than 5,000 Cambodians flee to Kompong Trabek near Phnom Penh after South Vietnamese operations near the border. Refugees recount thefts and coercion by troops, while Cambodian authorities complain of atrocities and assign liaison officers to allied battalions. Red Cross aid offers limited relief amid reports of intercepted relief supplies.

Kompong Trabek Cambodia UPI Hin Ouk Highway 1 Phnom Penh Long Boret Kem Monn Red Cross

Obituary Kenton Drake Owensburg resident found dead

Kenton Drake 49 of Owensburg was found hanged in his barn at 12 15 p m Monday coroner Maurice Haag ruled death by his own action He had been a patient at Evansville State Hospital released Aug 10 Survivors include widow Delma Harshman Drake son Larry Max Drake daughter Della Rae Cravens Solsberry father Clevva Drake Farmersburg and others Funeral at Owensburg Baptist Church with burial in Owensburg Cemetery Memorials to the Survivors of Peat Harbor Association were noted.

Clevva Elsie Carter Drake Crane Public Works Solsberry

Local Newspaper Notice With Obscure Receipt Text

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Admissions and Dismissals Noted Across Counties

The record lists numerous admissions and dismissals including Mrs Dora Krnstler Linton Mrs Esther Beadle Jasonville Mrs Raymond Mears Midland Mrs Marvel Dennis Jason Charles Norris Bloomfield and others in Bloomfield Lyons Owensburg Sullivan Pendleton and surrounding towns. A birth is recorded a son to Mr and Mrs David Swager Sullivan born Monday weighing seven pounds thirteen ounces. Richard L Campbell 27 of Linton is fined 25 and jailed two days for no operator license and DUI plea. Frank Karl 39 Bloomfield pleads guilty to child neglect gets six months at Indiana State Farm suspended with $20 weekly support.

Dora Krnstler Linton Esther Beadle Jasonville Raymond Mears Midland Marvel Dennis Charles Norris Bloomfield Richard Pearson Herman Collins Sullivan Lois Armistone Sullivan Delbert Ammerman Sullivan Clifford Morrison Charles Thornberry Sullivan Nellie Learmonth Leslie Miller Shelburn Juanita Brown Forrest White Graysville Don Scott Valparaiso Dale Trueblood Farmersburg Lois Haskett Margaret Zellers Sullivan Barbara Butler Pendleton Francis Bruett Mable Haines Plainfield David Swager Richard L. Campbell Greene County Frank Karl Indiana State Farm

Rites Set For Wreck page Illinois

One sister preceded her in death at the Anderson Poindexter Memory Chapel in Linton. Miss Bartley born near Switz City December 10 1889 taught school 40 years retired and active in Switz City Baptist mission society Retired Teachers Association Home Makers Club she survived by cousins. Services at Memory Chapel with Rev James Boyles and burial Switz City Cemetery. Friends may call after 7 p.m. tonight.

Baptist Church Switz City Mission Society Retired Teachers Association Homemakers Club

Stores Face 10 Million Consumer Suit in Miami

A class action in Miami alleges seven major department stores including Sears Burdines Richards J M Fields Neiman Marcus Jordan Marsh and Jacksons Byrons charged illegal interest on revolving accounts. Plaintiffs claim more than 50 million in excess finance charges were collected under Florida law.

Miami UPS Circuit William Colson Wiliam Hicks Hicks Sears Burdines, Richards J.M. Fields Neiman Marcus Jordan Marshan Jacksons- Byrons

Dave Rollison Wins Area 4-H Tractor Driving Contest

The Area 4-H Tractor Driving contest at Vigo County Fairgrounds on August 13 saw Senior Division winner Dave Rollison of Bloomfield first in his class and advance to state level competition at the State Fair. Junior division winners Manhattan? None listed.

Vigo County Fairgrounds Steve Anderson Curt Anderson Rte 1 Sandborn Bruce Dayhoff Francis Dayhoff Rte 2 Worthington Dave Rollison John Rollison Bloomfield Devon Roudebush Harold Roudebush Dave

43 000 Will Get Early Discharges

The Army will discharge up to 43,000 draftees early to meet congressional size ceilings. Eligible draftees have two year terms ending between Sept 1, 1971 and June 30, 1972. Discharges will be limited to men stationed in the continental United States to avoid disrupting overseas readiness.

Washington UPI Army Pentagon Continental United States

Auto makers move to hold 1972 model prices during 90 day freeze

Detroit firms react to President Nixon economic plan as GM and Ford announce suspensions of 1972 price hikes for the 90 day wage price freeze. If Congress repeals the 7 percent auto excise tax, new car prices could drop about 200 dollars, while imports rise due to a 10 percent duty.

Detroit UPI Nixon Congress General Motors Corp U.S Iacocca Ford

China Sends Military Mission to Balkans Amid Soviet Tensions

Diplomatic sources report China has dispatched a military mission to the Balkans headed by Li Te chang, stopping in Bucharest and visiting Albania. The move signals expanded Maoist influence near Soviet spheres as Beijing offers aid to Sudan and contemplates weapons talks with Romania.

London UPI China Russia Balkans Sudan Mao Tse-tung Moscow Li Te-chang Bucharest Ion Ionita Albania Romania

Marine Board Probes Ohio River Boat Collision Toll Seven

Cincinnati report says the Marine Board of Investigation convened to review a head on crash between a cabin cruiser and a barge pushing tow boat on the Ohio River last Saturday night killing seven. The panel will study signals lighting and passing practices with possible new safety rules for barges and tugs.

Cincinnati UPI Marine Board of Investigation Ohio River Carroll T. Newman Washington, D. C William Webster St. Louis J. Stewart U.S. Coast Guard Marvin Bremen Coast Guard Office Bremen D. M. McMahon Coast Guard Ohio Mississippi

New Economic Package May Boost Farmers Income

Washington reports Nixon’s economic package could lift farmer nets by curbing costs, though officials caution details remain sparse. Economists note 1971 gains may be muted by rising expenses, with potential net income lift in 1972 if price controls ease and farm prices respond to supply and demand shifts.

Washington UPD Nixon Agriculture Clifford M. Hardin Hardin Agriculture Department

Indiana Teachers Confront Nixon Wage Freeze

Indiana educators face a potential salary increase freeze as President Nixon’s 90 day wage halt may block raises already signed. State officials await clarification to determine if teacher pay boosts planned for late summer or early fall are affected.

Indianapolis UPI Indiana Nixon John J. Loughlin Sam Mercantini Mercantini

Three Acquitted in Ballantine Hall Lock-In Case

In Bloomington Indiana a Monroe Circuit Court jury acquitted Orlando Taylor former associate professor Clarense Rollo Turner and Joel Allen of misdemeanor charges tied to a 1969 Ballantine Hall lock in at Indiana University The verdict followed earlier directed acquittals for four other defendants by Judge Nat U Hill after a brief jury deliberation of one hour

Bloomington Ind UPI Monroe Ballantine Hall Indiana University Orlando Taylor Clarense Rollo Turner Joel Allen Nat U. Hill

Gary Mine Workers Protest Wage Freeze at Plant

About X0 members of the United Mine Workers refused to work at the U S Steel coal cleaning plant in Gary. They oppose President Nixon's wage freeze during the 90 day period, with their contract expiring September 3.

Gary, Inc UPI United Mine Workers Union Nixon U.S. Steel Company

Lyons Indiana Board of Trustees bids for street improvements

Notice to bidders issued by the Lyons Indiana Board of Trustees sets September 7, 1971, 8:00 p.m. in Town Hall as the bid opening time for street work per specifications on file with the Clerk Treasurer. Non-collusion affidavits and certified checks are required, and the town reserves the right to reject any or all bids with only sealed bids accepted.

Board of Trustees Lyons Indiana Town Hall John Ae Chester Corn Hall Inite Unex Ark Fund Light and Water

Lyons Street Improvements Sealed Bids 1971

Bids due September 7 1971 for sealing and double sealing of city streets for 50000 gallons or less of end RC800 and 2500 tons or less of stone No 9 11 and No 53 Patching material cleaning streets. Contractors to supply asphalt aggregate rolling equipment and chip box with payment by gallonage ton or hour. Bids on State Board of Accounts forms with non collusion affidavit and 10 percent bond. Town may reject any bids.

Lyons Street State Board of Accounts

Public Hearing Set by Greene County Alcohol Board

The Local Alcoholic Beverage Board of Greene County Indiana will hold a public hearing at 11 am on September 7, 1971 at the Clerks Office Bloomfield to investigate applications for alcohol permits. Applicants include Robert E Richardson dba Eibo Reem Restaurant and Daniel W Pielemeier Orve Store.

Alcoholic Beverage Board Greene County Indiana Court House Bloomfield Robert E. Richardson Dba Eibo Reem Linton Daniel W. Pielemeier Orve Washington BROWN John R. Smock

Local Briefs From Dugger and Nearby Groups

The Missionettes of Dugger Assembly of God plan a bake sale Saturday in front of the Dugger Post Office starting at 9 a.m. The Jolly Mothers Home Demonstration Club hosts a family picnic Thursday at 6 30 p.m. at the west shelter house. bring a filled basket, table service and drink. Swim Team Mothers Club meets Friday at 7 p.m. at the east shelter house Humphreys Park for mothers of Linton Swim Team participants. Southwest Officials Association football rules clinic is 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Washington High School.

Dugger Jolly Mothers Home Demonstration Club West Shelter House Humphreys Park Linton Southwest Officials Association Washington High School

Stockton Township Budget Hearing Notice 1971

Stockton Township Greene County Indiana publishes notice that at their regular meeting place on August 31 1971 proper officers will consider the budget and determine tax rates for certain purposes before the Township Advisory Board.

Stockton Township Greene County Indiana Lyons Board of Town Trustees

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Notice To Taxpayers Of Tax Levies Budget Classifs

Notice to taxpayers outlines proposed tax levies and budget classifications for the upcoming fiscal period. It lists affected districts and departments, with deadlines for public comment and approval steps by the governing board. Local officials urge attendance at the session to review proposed rates and allocations.

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