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Linton Daily Citizen

Location

Linton, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1972

Page

2

Andes Survivors Question Cannibalism Rumors After Crash

Chilean relatives and officials deny cannibalism claims about the 16 Uruguayan Air Force survivors who endured 70 days after a 1972 Andes crash. Diplomats say a statement will be issued after they return to Montevideo. authorities stress reports lack serious basis while relatives denounce the allegations as lies.

Santiago Chile UPI Andes Montevideo Cesar Charrone

World Leaders Remember Truman Across Nations

United Press International reports global tributes to Harry S Truman. Leaders and former enemies lauded his postwar Europe reconstruction, NATO support, Korean War intervention, and the decision to drop atomic bombs on Japan. Critics noted mixed views, while praise highlighted his decisive leadership and plain speaking.

United Press International Harry Truman Statesman Missouri Europe North Atlantic Treaty Organization NATO Truman Japan Hiroshima Nagasa Churchill Stalin Ghukichi Kase Washington America Kazumi Inoue Park Chung-hee South Korea U.S Germany Harry S Truman Willy Brandt Gustaf Heinemann Italy Spyros Markenzinis Georges Bidault Thomas E. Dewey Arnold Toynbee

Funeral services for Jesse Wright 74 in Linton

Funeral services for Jesse Wright 74 of Linton who died at 11 a m Tuesday will be held at 2 p m Thursday at the Welch and Cornett Funeral Home with Rev Harold Underwood and Rev Richard Underwood officiating Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery Friends may call at the funeral home

Jesse Wright Linton Welch and Cornett Funeral Harold Underwood Richard Underwood Fairview Cemetery

592 Killed In Holiday Accidents

A final count shows 592 people died in highway crashes over the Christmas weekend with 688 total accidental deaths including fires planes and other incidents. California led with 46 traffic fatalities followed by Texas 42 and Pennsylvania 34. Alaska Montana Vermont and DC reported no highway deaths.

National Safety Council United Press International California Texas Pennsylvania Alaska Montana Vermont District of Columbia The Safety Council

Linton reader objects to school chief Brackemyre firing

A letter from David Ross criticizes the Linton school board for not renewing Paul Brackemyre’s contract as superintendent. He defends Brackemyre’s fairness and intelligence and questions the board’s motives and lack of stated reasons. He warns the community about risking an already outdated education system.

Linton High School DePauw University Paul Brackemyre Brackemyre Mr. Brackemyre Linton

Greene County News Admits Residents and Incidents

Admissions listed for Freeman Greene, Greene County residents including Dorothyy Lee Worthington Beverly Calvert and others. Dismissals include Ona Corwin and Ruth Carter. Birth records note a daughter born to Morris Spencer Shelburn. Local incidents report Union Hospital observation for Alfred Millon, a Greene County Rescue Unit call, a shed fire on Sassafras Road, and two vehicle accidents on Highway 45 and Main Street Jasonville. Court actions cover state cases against Boxley Benefiel Alsman with pleas, fines, and sentences. Glenn and County law enforcement details included.

Elnora Telephone Company Receives $268,850 Rural Loan

Seventh District Congressman John Myers announced that the Rural Electrification Administration has approved a loan totaling 268 850 to Elnora Telephone Company in Elnora. The funds will connect 100 more subscribers, improve service for 395 existing customers, and allow eleven miles of new line plus toll facilities and all one party dial service. Robert R. Osman is president and manager of the company.

John Myers Rural Electrification Administration U. S. Department of Agriculture Elnora Telephone Company Elnora Myers Robert R. Osman

Local Briefs On Auxiliary Meeting And Young Republicans

The Fagles Auxiliary No. 578 holds a business meeting at 7 30 p m Thursday at the lodge hall and initiation for new members. A Young Republicans gathering is set for January 3 at 7 30 p m in the Humphreys Park shelter house for ages 18 to 36.

Fagles Auxiliary No. 578 Humphreys Park

Speeding and traffic violations listed in Justice court

A Justice of Peace Court docket records multiple defendants from Bloomfield Chicago Ft Myers and Scotland facing speeding failure to sign registration illegal possession of alcohol following too closely disregarding a stop sign rear bumper height and unsafe movement with fines ranging from 1 to 2 dollars plus costs and penalties. The list names William Farren Jr Steven J Smith Thomas ODonnell Robert Bracken Margaret Harrah James Gallagher Steven Harper Gerald Loffland Jane Lloyd and others with ages and hometowns.

Paul L. Hansford William K. Farren, Jr Bloomfield Steven J. Smith Thomas F. O'Donnell Chicago Robert W. Bracken Hammond Margaret Harrah James H. Gallagher Ft. Myers Fla Steven FE Harper Linton Gerald Loffland Worthington Jane A. Lloyd Scotland

Inherited Tendencies Bid Criminology Debate Says Psychologist

Washington—Dr. David Rosenthal, chief psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health, said evidence suggests some criminal tendencies may be inherited while most crime stems from environmental influences. He cited brain abnormalities and low IQ as hereditary factors and warned against assuming a genetically loaded individual cannot avoid crime.

Washington UPI David Rosenthal National Institute of Mental Health Rosenthal American Association For the Advancement of Science

Chinese Acrobats In Indianapolis Standout Dress Rehearsal

The Shenyang Acrobatic Troupe of China drew a standing ovation in a dress rehearsal in Indianapolis attended by hotel staff and media. The 55 performers showcased graceful stunts on bicycles, poles, and chairs, in bright silks, ahead of a four day stand ending with a Washington and New York tour.

Indianapolis UPT China Chicago Washington New York U.S People’s Republic of China

Indiana Warm Trend Ends Old Year Forecast

The weatherman predicts partly sunny and warmer conditions for Indiana in the final week of the year. Highs will reach the 40s with tonight’s lows around 30, and Thursday’s highs may climb to the upper 50s downstate.

Indiana

Local newspaper page fragment hints at editorial tone

Fragment show marks of a small Indiana daily with editor Warren H. Onken and Morris L. Cox as managing editor, mention of United Press and Hoosier state news service, plus a Democratic editorial stance. payment details and masthead irregularities obscure full context.

Warren Hh.onken Morris L. Cox Mange Easter United Press Kettenel Hoosier Posiotion Democratic Kesocie

Legion Pays Tribute To Harry Truman

American Legion leader Joe L. Matthews praised President Truman as a staunch patriot and fearless leader who guided the nation through perilous moments. The statement notes Truman’s wartime decisions and his impact on the Legion’s history.

Indianapolis UPI Joe L. Matthews American Legion Harry Truman American Legion

Watch Night Service at Calvary Assembly in Dugger

Calvary Assembly of God Church in Dugger hosts a watch night service at 9 p.m. on December 31. Rev. William W. Bedwell invites the public to attend.

Calvery

Notice of Administrator with will annexed in Hinman estate

In Greene County Indiana on December 27 1972 the circuit court issues notice that Forrest L Hogue clerk announces Beasley Beasley attorneys represent the administrator with the will annexed of James F Hinman deceased All persons with claims against the estate must file within one month from first publication or be barred The notice dates back to December 21 1972 and is signed by Beasley Beasley acting as counsel and the court clerk

Beasley James F. Hinman Pacoefield Indiana Forrest L. Hogue Circuit Court Greene County Beasley & Beasley

Indiana Bell seeks mobile service rate changes in Indiana

The Public Service Commission of Indiana has received Indiana Bell Telephone Company Incorporated petition numbered P S C 1 33171 requesting approval to modify and adjust rates charges rules and regulations for mobile telephone service under proposed schedules. The notice applies to patrons in the county of publication and references a filing date of December 27 1972.

P.S.C.1 Indiana Bell Telephone Company, Incorporated Indiana Public Service Commission of Indiana

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