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Linton Daily Citizen

Location

Linton, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1966

Page

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Johnson Visits Five States On Great Lakes Tour

President Johnson marks his 1,000th day as chief executive by campaigning in upstate New York on a five state three day tour. He promotes progress against Great Lakes pollution and notes efforts to restore lake purity. He will travel by lake to view pollution and speak in Syracuse Ellenville Kingston Manchester Burlington and Lewiston.

Buffalo N.Y UPI Johnson New York Great Lakes Niagara Square Cleveland Toledo Sandusky Lake Erie Coast Guard Ojibwa Syracuse Ellenville Catskill Rhode Island University Kingston Manchester N.H Burlington Lewiston Maine

County Action Group Hears Progress Report

The Greene county Action Committee met in August at Klusmeer's with John Watkins of Bloomfield chairing and an accepted progress report on tourism related activities. Officers were re elected: Watkins president Warren Omken vice president Louis Goble secretary and C E Hines treasurer.

Greene County Action Committee Klusmeer John Watkins Bloomfield Watkins Warren Omken Linton Louis Goble C. E. Hines Worthington Keller Industries Gen- General Electric Shakamak State Park Greene- Sullivan State Forest

County Plan Group Report Highlights Greene County Efforts

Clyde Flory Greene County Commissioner reported on the county plan commission at the Greene County Action Committee meeting at Klusmeyer's. Robert Bedwell serves as commission president and meetings occur on the second Thursday each month at the county courthouse. An August meeting introduced the need for a comprehensive planning program and leadership with cooperation. John Crane reported on a Solsberry based planning committee aiding the county action committee. Lt. J. J. Watson of the Naval Ammunition Depot at Crane offered to assist the Eastern Greene county group.

Clyde Flory Greene County County Plan Commission Greene County Action Committee Klusmeyer Robert Bedwell County Court House John Crane Solsberry J. J. Watson Naval Ammunition Depot Crane

Four Hoosier Soldiers Identified as Viet Nam Casualties

The Defense Department released the names of four Indiana service members killed in Viet Nam: Staff Sgt. William M. Croy of Auburn, Spec. 4 Carl T. Funkhouser of Anderson, Pfc. James R. Sechrest of Hammond, and Sgt. Laurie Alexander of Shelbyville, all listed as KIA. Separate notice reports Army Spec. 5 John Cardot of Arlington killed in Viet Nam.

Washington UPI Viet Nam Defense Department William M. Croy Frances M. Croy Michigan Ave Auburn Spec Carl T. Funkhouser Alora J. Fite R.R Box Anderson Ind James R. Sechrest Herman R. Sechrest Missouri St Hammond Laurie Alexander Willard Alexander Shelbyville Rushville John Cardot Arlington Carl Hutchinson

Six Jailed At Start Of Anti War Hearing Today

In Washington six people were jailed after shouting murderer at Brig. Gen. James D. Hittle during a House hearing on a bill to criminalize aiding the Viet Cong. The group, youths calling themselves Youth Against War and Fascism, faced disorderly conduct charges as the session resumed amid antiwar protests.

Washington UPI House Committee On UniAmerican James D. Hittle Veterans of Foreign Wars Viet Nam Hittle VFW

EDA Activities Presented to Action Committee

Warren Loughmiller and Don McNabb spoke to the Greene county Action Committee about Economic Development Act items. Details covered Head Start operations in three counties with 15 to 35 pre-schoolers per class and 90 percent federal funding, Jasonville classes from 7 30 a m to 5 p m, 75 enrolled, and a Crane site proposal. Green Thumb program offers work for adults over 55 in land and lake beautification as well as a vocational training school plan. The Lin ton area has 1200 acres eyed for Green Thumb with city equipment share and federal funds covering the rest.

Warren Loughmiller Economic Development Commission of Greene Martin and Daviess Counies Don McNabb Greene County Action Committee Klusmeier Jasonville Shakamak School Corporation Crane Chicago Office of the Economic Development Act Linton

Man's Body Found Along Ohio River

The body of an 83 year old man tentatively identified as Killian Schraudt of Indianapolis was found floating face down in the Ohio River at the foot of a Cincinnati street. A coat and hat were found nearby and papers in his possession indicated his origin. Police reported no signs of violence.

Cincinna i UPI Killian Schraudt Indianapolis Ohio River Cincinnati

All Star Game Here Climaxes 1966 Season

The Boys' League all star game will be played at the local diamond at 7 30 p m Saturday. Championship and runner up trophies will be presented at the all star game.

September Term Court Calendar Reports

Court calendar listings outline numerous Indiana cases from September to December, including writs of habeas corpus, divorce suits, real estate appropriation, damages, and criminal matters. Names of plaintiffs and defendants span May, Lynch, Myers, Hudson, Swaby, Goodman, Aldrich, Barker, Gill, Flynn, and others across multiple counties and venues.

Lewis May Donna Jean May Richard Morris Betty Jo Morris Judy Frye Kenneth Frye Hallie A. Lynch William Paul Lynch Joyce Ann Myers Larry Myers Sara Jane Evans John Evans Larry R. Jackson Carmen T. Jackson State of Indiana Dallas Wilma Louise McClarren Norman Pauline Rhodes John C. Wilson Edward Allen Hudson Clara Ann Hudson Cheryl Jane Glass James E. Glass Patricia Ann Swaby Harold Gene Swaby Terry Smith Anneta Smith Shirley Swaby Ralph J. Hudson Clarence D. Russell Leland E. Russell Dianna Arthur Gary Richard Arthur Robert J. Miller Mary Angrick Monroe County Claude McCammon State Omar W. Barker, Sr Edward Lee John Bowersock Keith Arthur Richard Bell Leroy Flynn James Flynn Martin County William E. Gill Next Friend Phyllis Gill Wm. N. Hoesman Sullivan County Richard L. Skinner Leona Lechien Betty C. Clark Ernest W. Clark Larry Joe Flynn Wilson C. Dyer Alva Harold Honchell Everett G. Honchell, Jr Guy Gorby, Jr Department of Conservation Paul and Christena Jones Daviess County Belva E. Garrard Margaret R. de Ment Yandell Bush D-Ba Bush Evin

Kiwanis District Convention Nears In Lafayette Indiana

About 600 people are expected to attend the Indiana District Kiwanis International convention at Purdue campus from Sunday through Tuesday. Governor-elect Adrian Vander Mast Crawfordsville is slated for elevation to governor Tuesday, while James E. Robinson Clarksville is favored to be elected governor-elect. District treasurer Glen A Beery North Manchester faces reelection opposition from Cecil C. Carmichael Anderson.

Lafayette, Ind Adrian Vander Mast Crawfordsville James E. Robinson Clarksville Glen A. Beery North Manchester Cecil C. Carmichael Anderson

Jaycee Swim Meet Entry Blanks Available Now

Jaycee Swim Meet details announced by Linton Jaycees president Steve Stefancik. The meet at the local pool is this Sunday with a 12:30 briefing and events for 10 and under 25 yards 11 to 14 50 yards and 15 to 17 75 yards.

Linton Jaycees Steve Stefancik Jaycees The Daily Citizen Stefancik

Cold Front Broken Weekend Warm Thaws Indiana

The latest cold front over Indiana broke, leaving Indianapolis with a warm overnight low around 70. Forecasters say cooler air won t arrive until Monday with a five day outlook showing temperatures 2 to 5 degrees below normal and a cool period through Wednesday.

Indiana Indianapolis

Former Linton Mayor O Hern Injured in Four Car Crash

Former Linton mayor P H OHern sustained neck injuries in a four car chain reaction crash at 7 30 p m at the intersection of highway 59 and F street southwest in Linton. Helen A Kirk weighing 45 of Linton stopped to left turn near the ice plant. Haynes Jr Charles T 37 of Sandborn stopped behind OHern. Aynes Joshua W 56 of Linton 2 struck from behind. Haynes car totaled Aynes car damage estimated at 500. Police continue investigation.

Linton P. H. O’hern F’’ St O’hern O' Hern Helen A. Kirk Kirk Charles T. Haynes, Jr Sandborn Joshua W. Aynes Linton Ito Haynes O’hern Auto Aynes Police

Legion Contributes To Viet Nam Relief Fund

Indianapolis report shows about 116500 donated to the American Legion Viet Nam Relief Fund for wheelchairs crutches and school supplies. National Commander L Eldon James notes 66170 already sent to Vietnam via the U S Armed Forces and the Legion covers all admin costs. A serviceman in Vietnam sent a five dollar check and plans to join the Legion after his service.

Indianapolis Vpi American Legion Legion L. Eldon James Hampton Viet Nam U.S Canal Ye Sth

Surplus Funds Drive Proposals for One Day Session

Indiana Republicans urge a one day session to authorize $50 per pupil and counties to receive part of the $90 million surplus. Democrats propose a session to return funds to counties on a population basis. Governor Branigin noted both plans exist and a quick decision is unlikely.

Indianapolis UPI Branigin General Assembly GOP Marion County Allan E. Bloom Fort Wayne Senate Charles B. Howard Noblesville Bloom

GOP Planning Session Maps Campaign for Seventh District

Republican nominee John T. Myers will outline fall campaign plans at a Sunday dinner meeting of 13 county GOP leaders. Buene Chaney will preside at Klusmeier's with over 100 officials expected. The Myers for Congress barbecue is set for Sept. 10 near Bloomington.

John T. Myers Congress Klusmeier’s GOP Buene Chaney Terre Haute Myers For Congress Bloomington W. Irvin Pryor Worthington Greene County Gop Brown, Clay Daviess Fountain Greene Monroe Owen Vermillion Vigo Warren

Pool Attendance Figures for Weekday Totals

Attendance at the pool was 244 on Tuesday, 342 on Wednesday, and 367 on Thursday. The contact phone number listed is 847-9032.

Hoosier Cattle Die At Wisconsin State Fair

Four Hereford cattle owned by Indiana exhibitor Dean Thompson of Peru were killed in a fire at the Wisconsin State Fair grounds. The cattle, champions at prior shows, were tied outside barns to stay cool when a hay pile fire erupted from fireworks debris. Two animals died from burns and two were shot to end suffering.

West Allis Wis Indiana Wisconsin State Fairgrounds Dean Thompson Thompson Farms Peru Ind Thompson

Sandborn School Plans Stated for 1966 67 Year

John Sheffler principal outlines faculty and opening arrangements for Sandborn grade school for 1966 67. The school bookstore opens August 25 26 and 29 from 630 to 1130 am with teachers listed for grades one through eight and Alice Anderson serving as school secretary.

John Sheffler Sandborn Orm Phyl Thos Macon Toher Rachel Hildebrand Agnes Drinkay M'ss Lucille Bunte Wiliam Ritter Kathryn Andis Hosea Land Alice Anderson

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