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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1966
Page
2
Henry F. Schricker Indiana's two term Democratic governor, aged 83, suffered a second heart attack within a month and remained in serious condition at Starke County Memorial Hospital. He was hospitalized December 1 for a stomach ailment, then had a mild heart attack before the latest seizure. Doctor Guy Ingwell said his condition was generally poor and he was placed back on oxygen.
Father Joseph Steckler reports one mass at St Peter's Linton at 11 30 p m on Christmas Eve. Christmas Day masses are at Jasonville St Joana of Arc at 8 a m and St Peter's at 9 30 a m. Ronald Waggoner, 8, of Linton, is a patient at St Anthony in Terre Haute, room 509, not allowed visitors. Paul Heitman of Linton underwent surgery at Good Samaritan Vincennes, in coma 236. Surplus commodities will be issued in Lyons Saturday Dec 24 per Washington township trustee Clifford Baker.
Columbia Pictures announced that Robert Blake, a relatively unknown actor, will portray one of the two killers in the film adaptation of Truman Capote's In Cold Blood. Blake, 33, from Nutley New Jersey, was chosen from over 400 actors. Richard Brooks will write the screenplay and direct the project.
Funeral services are announced for George E Baxley 46 of Linton to be held Friday at 1 p.m. at the Anderson Poindext er Memory Chapel with burial in Stafford Cemetery. Thomas E Meurer 73 of Lyons dies after illness with funeral Friday at 2 p.m. at Jenkins Funeral Home Lyons. Clovis Gabbard 53 of Midland dies in Indianapolis with funeral Friday at 2 p.m. at Wick and Cornett Funeral Home Linton and burial in Walker Cemetery Smith township. Reverend Roy Bridwell and Reverend Dale Heinbsiizh will officiate.
A note of thanks shares gratitude from family and friends for the kindness shown after the death of Don Keller Jr. The message acknowledges support during their time of sorrow and extends appreciation for gestures and prayers.
Inlovieh memory of Charles F Auberry who passed away December 22. God needed one more flower for his bouquet and sent an angel to take you away. We miss you as Christmases pass. Sadly missed by wife Nellie and family.
The Jasonville Lions Club held its annual Christmas party at the Elks club in Linton. Charter members honored were Horace Houghton Earl Row Max McClanahan Lloyd Poe Pale Buell John Brewer George Williams and Jack Ridinger. Attendance included Dr. and Mrs Harry Rotman and many Lions and their spouses.
Judy Blackmore, Bloomfield Senior daughter of Mr and Mrs George Blackmore, will address the Linton Civitan Club at Klusmeier's at 7 a.m. Saturday. She speaks on her exchange student experiences in South America last summer with slides. Steve Stefancik, Civitan member and president of the Linton Jaycees, will introduce her.
Jaycee officials announce two awards with deadlines January 12 1967. Nominees aged 21 to 35 may be submitted by any interested person for the Distinguished Service Award and the Outstanding Young Educator Award. Nominations go to Dennis Butter 969 East Vincennes St Linton and Bill Bake s Line Route 3. Winners and Boss of the Year will be named at the third week banquet in January.
United Press International reports Senator Jacob K. Javits, long seen as a policy man for the GOP, pitches himself for the 1968 Republican vice presidential nomination. ACA analysis shows Javits voting diverges from party lines, aligning more with LBJ's Great Society at times, raising questions about his fit with GOP mainstream.
The Linton Daily Citizen publishes every afternoon except Saturday Sunday and holidays. Rates list home delivery by carrier, motor route, or mail with Indiana and out of state options. Publisher Warren H Onken and editor Ann Toney are noted with standard postal terms and affiliations.
New York reports the Four Tops can learn a new song in an hour but require about three days to choreograph it for a nightclub act.
County and township officials elected for 1967 will be sworn in Friday at 10 30 am in the Greene County Circuit Court room. County Prosecutor James Sparks will swear in Judge Edwin B Long and Long will swear in other officials. A reception for families will precede the ceremony. Officials sworn include Judge Edwin B Long Clerk Claude Story County Auditor William D Michael Jr Prosecuting Attorney William F Hendren Recorder Valis D Bingham Sheriff Aaron Dale Horn Coroner Jerry Beard Assessor Pauline Bedwell Commissioner Oscar Kramer and various township trustees led by Lavon Yoho Harold M Todd and others in Beech Creek Cass and surrounding townships.
Indianapolis motor speedway donated 1000 dollars to Indiana fund drive for a Rose Bowl parade float in Pasadena on January 2. The gift pushed the drive past its 15000 dollar goal to 15300, with co chairmen Harold Handley and Howard Wilcox noting strong Hoosier loyalty and rapid fundraising. It was the largest single donation among about 250 gifts statewide.
Freeman-Greene Hospital records show Wednesday admissions for Hazel Keller Jasonville Elizabeth Bellamy Linton John Burger Coalmont Lottie Freund Linton and discharges for Anna Watskins Worthington Leslie Crowe and baby Bloomfield Curtis M Carr Linton rte 2 William Ratcliffe Jasonville rte 4 David Norris and baby Bloomfield rte 4 A birth announced today a daughter to Mr and Mrs William Lee Brown Lyons.
Herschel L. Rehmel of Jasonville found guilty of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor in a trial by court. Fined $25 costs $43.25 and license suspended 4 months. He was found not guilty of driving left of center of highway. Justice of Peace Court Katherine T. McKeague El Nora handled the case.
Two individuals were issued marriage licenses: Paul Estes Roberts of Ft. Recovery Ohio and Denis Ann Hotsclaw of Bloomfield Route 4. The record lists their names and locations.
A Nigerian male nurse, Sunday Moses Bassey, completes training in eastern Nigeria and an eighteen month tour before joining Mary Sherman Hospital in Sullivan. Sponsored by Dr Paul Williamson and local medical groups, he expresses desire to contribute to the community while his wife and four children remain in Africa.
Social Security official Joseph F. Hesselgrave cites delays in benefit payments caused by missing proof of age. Birth certificates or baptismal records are preferred, with school or census records as backups. If needed, marriage certificates, military or passport documents may be used, and local SS offices offer guidance.
UPI dispatch from Indianapolis reports hogs trading 25 to 50 higher with various weight ranges from 190 to 290 pounds. Sows rise up to 25, calves scarce, steers trading 23 to 24 area, cows steady to higher, and sheep with 100 wool lambs steady and prices at 21.50 to 22.00 for choice.
The Nierste family hosted a Christmas dinner with relatives from Brownsburg Indianapolis Westphalia and more. David Whalen a Navy recruit at Great Lakes reports his address. Joan Adamson and Myron Madden set a Dec 27 wedding at Sandborn Methodist church. A Christmas program at the Christian church drew about 100 attendees and Santa distributed gifts.
Switz City Methodist Church staged a Sunday morning Christmas program featuring performances by children and adults. Betty Allen and Pam Johnson accompanied the children on organ and piano while solos and recitals were given by Ricky Blakely and Tony Blakely. Rev. C. H. Cox led with hymn singing and prayer.
The Bible Thought notes a savior born this day in the city of David, identifying Jesus Christ the Lord as the promised savior. It reflects on humanity’s need for salvation and God’s response through the gift of Christ.
The Saron United Church of Christ in Linton will hold a Christmas Eve service at 7 p.m. Rev. Boyd Stepler announced a candlelight ceremony with candle participation by all, a sermon, and Christmas carols. The public is invited.
Ruth Roman appears as a guest star on television in a segment of The F B I. The report notes her return to the small screen and highlights the program airing on UPI coverage.
In Greene County Indiana on December 13 1966 Hazel Armpriester was named Executrix of the will of Bertha L McQuade deceased. All claims against the estate must be filed within six months of first publication or be barred. Dated Bloomfield Indiana December 13 1966 Claude Story Clerk of the Circuit Court. Beasley and Beasley attorneys for executrix. Mh 12/15-22-29
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