Weather balloon sighting tied to thermals over Ohio
An unidentified object sighted over the area Monday was identified by the Air Force as a weather balloon with an instrument gondola launched in Palestine Texas and landing in a southeastern Ohio strip mine. Project Blue Book notes a nationwide upswing in UFO reports, but officials say no threat to national security. The piece also salutes the Future Farmers of America during February 18 to 25 and laments modern driving hazards and careless behavior behind fatal road accidents.
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Lawmakers See Extended Session In Indiana Redistricting Move
INDIANAPOLIS UPI Republicans in the Indiana House unveiled a congressional redistricting bill to the floor. Democrats accuse the move of breaking bipartisan agreement and extending the session. The plan allows deviations around 2.7 to 2.8 percent, beyond what courts may accept, threatening bipartisan cooperation on remaining issues.
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Belgium to call up 47261 for 1967 military service
The Ministry of Defense estimates 47 261 men will be called up in 1967. This will bring total Belgian armed forces to 111 283 personnel.
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Cravens Seeks Councilman Post
Jack Cravens announces candidacy for councilman at large on the Democratic ticket in the May primary. A longtime Linton resident and owner operator of Cravens Cleaners for 15 years, he and wife Virginia live at 289 Sixth Street Northeast with two children. He is a University of Missouri graduate and currently serves on the council.
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Student Group Charges CIA Intimidation in Funding Scandal
NSA accuses CIA of intimidation against its leaders over a clandestine funding link. NSA officials say threats ranged from character assassination to political pressure, amid reports the CIA subsidized the group via high level approval. The NSA board debated resuming CIA funding before denying any ties remain.
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Powell's Salary May Be Docked
The Powell case could see his $30 000 annual pay docked if seated in Congress to reimburse alleged payroll and travel abuses. A nine member committee discussed reducing or suspending pay, with legality debated, while details include a former aide’s pay and trips charged to the committee.
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Lewis Townsh Has Own Fire Engine
Jasonville Mayor Gene Inman announced that Jasonville will pay Coalmont Fire Department to provide fire protection for Lewis Township residents immediately. The township recently purchased a fire engine from a Terre Haute firm. If Coalmont needs aid, the Jasonville Volunteer Fire Department will respond to calls.
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UFOs Seen Over Ann Arbor Again Rouses Local Watch
Southeastern Michigan residents report a new round of unidentified flying object sightings Thursday night near Ann Arbor. Witnesses described an object with two flashing white lights and a central red light, while Rex Berger said the lights were likely planes along the Detroit Metropolitan flight path.
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Salvation Army Captain Promoted in Michigan Ranks
Shirley B. Younts promoted to Captain with the Salvation Army after years of service since 1960. She earned commissions in 1964 and served in Hazel Park, Evansville, Lin ton, and Ecorse Mich. She completed training with high marks and continues studies in accounting and leadership while based in Michigan.
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Ohio Valley Sees Five Inch Snowfall Across Region
A UPI report says a snowstorm swept the Southern Indiana hill country dumping up to five inches in the Ohio River valley. Newburgh records five inches while Boonville and Louisville see four to five, Evansville three, with Cincinnati and downstate Indiana on the northern fringe marked by ice slick roads. The storm tracks south of the Mason Dixon and rain expected south with snow north for the weekend.
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Indiana Senate approves higher driver license fee plan
The Indiana Senate passed a bill to raise driver license fees by 50 cents and allow photo or laminated licenses. The measure, amended from a failed photos attempt, would let the Bureau of Motor Vehicles revise licenses if the commissioner deems it advisable, keeping the 50 cent increase to two dollars.
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Congress May Add Anti-Strike Plan To Labor Measure
Rep J J Pickle proposes adding permanent strike protections to the Railroad Labor Act to keep railroads and airlines moving during labor disputes. The plan includes up to 270 day cooling off periods and final binding arbitration if needed. Six railroad unions have set an April 12 strike deadline.
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Pack 51 Holds Blue And Gold Banquet
Cub Scout Pack 51 celebrated Scouting’s birthday with a Blue and Gold banquet at St. Peter's Church hall. About 85 attendees heard Lincoln Trail District Scouting executive William Hill speak, and Father Joseph Steckler presented a film about the New York World's Fair titled The Parable. Two merit badges were awarded as scouts made table decorations.
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Contempt Charges Dismissed in Hamilton County Case
Contempt of court charges against three county officials for moving county records from the courthouse were dismissed by Hamilton Circuit Court Judge Edward F. New Jr. The defendants argued the records were taken to Councilman Lowell Griffin’s home for an unofficial meeting. The grand jury continues a probe into a $140,000 courthouse funds shortage with no repairs made.
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Winds Damage Barn At Cunningham Farm
High winds Wednesday night damaged a barn at the Cunningham farm south of Linton on Highway 359. A small twister tore off the roof and siding, leaving the frame. Lumber was scattered and a new fence destroyed. Livestock escaped unharmed.
Air Force Aeromedical Flights Move 73000 Patients in 1965
The Military Airlift Command in San Francisco reports it transported nearly 73 thousand patients by aeromedical planes during 1965. The effort underscores the AMC's role in medical evacuations and patient care during the year.
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