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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1947
Page
1
A Sullivan Union note recalls Lyonton a flag station town also called Irvington named for a Scottish coal miner. Old residents tell tales of six houses and giant kettles used to cook turnips and cabbage. The piece blends local lore with a Truman highway safety report and then miscues into jokes and minor notices.
The summer conference of Baptist Women of Indiana held at Franklin was attended by Mrs. Roy Hayes Mrs. Josie Winters Mrs. Rebecca Sharpe from Linton and vicinity along with Switz City attendee Mrs. Metta Sherman Vicksburg attendees Mrs. Freda Feverque and Mrs. Alma Pope.
Secretary of the Interior J A Krug told the Senate Public Lands Committee that progress in mine safety would be wasted if Congress does not extend the code before its June 30 expiry. He urged a one year extension while permanent safety legislation is considered. The UMW backed the extension, while Krug warned of loss of safety gains if enforcement lapses.
Rain in the corn belt pushes July futures to 1.983/8 dollars per bushel, within a hairs breadth of the 1919 peak. Flood reports from Iowa, Missouri, Illinois and others fuel fears of delayed planting and later possible frosts threatening ripening corn this August.
Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Chamberlain of East Bloomfield will mark their Golden Wedding on Wednesday June 25 with an open house at their home. Mr. Chamberlain is 74 and Mrs. Chamberlain 68. They wed at Koleen on June 25, 1897, and have six children.
A new apparatus for deaf children uses an electrically operated illuminated tape to assist vocal articulation and improve speech development, showcasing emerging assistive technology for communication.
William Bovenschen of Linton route two, aged 81, is in Freeman-Greene county hospital with fractured ribs and minor injuries after a fall from a tree yesterday afternoon. He lost his grip while trimming and fell about fifteen feet, landing on brush which cushioned the impact. Hospital report says his condition is satisfactory.
Army engineers predicted a tight battle to save thousands of acres of farmland as a 24 foot crest moved toward Quincy Illinois and Hannibal Missouri. Levees face strain with possible breaches while Oakville Iowa gains at the Iowa river break recedes. officials say floodwaters stay near peak for 24 hours and the crisis is ending in Oakville.
Federal judge Robert Baltzell criticizes high pressure sales by mail order firms as two Indiana women face mail fraud charges. Ida Brock and Geneva Dean admitted ordering thousands in goods without paying, saying items were needed for their large families and farm home. Baltzell sentences each to one day in jail.
Chicago police search for a prowler who allegedly entered the south side home of Betty Barrows and killed her 2 year old son Gerald Drazin while attempting an attack. Barrows, separated from her husband, plans to take a lie detector test.
Ross Lynch, 64, was fatally struck by a northbound C. and E. I. Railroad freight train at a street crossing near his Carlisle home while walking to his mailbox. He suffered head injuries and was thrown clear. he likely did not see or hear the approaching train. Survived by two daughters, two sisters, three brothers, and three grandchildren. Body taken to Schulze Funeral Home.
Russell Krauss, now serving a life term for the 15 year old Lora L. Smith murder, wins a new trial as Indiana Supreme Court reverses a lower court. The court faulted an erroneous jury instruction that presumed murder if Smith was killed, noting no such presumption exists. The slaying occurred near Elwood after an automobile trip from Indianapolis.
Twenty new flashing beacons are being installed at critical intersections statewide officials said. They flash to cross streets for a full stop and amber to main thoroughfares to slow traffic. Installations include U S 224 and U S 27 in Decatur Cline and Chicago Avenues in Gary and S R 67 and S R 109 south of Anderson.
Mrs. Etta Bixler former Greene county resident died at her Colorado Springs home 715 High Street Colorado. Widow of L D Bixler a railroad worker. Survived by three daughters Mrs Mary F Richardson Mrs Beulah Russell and Mrs Ada Hettner all of Colorado Springs one son Fred L Bixler of Hollywood California one sister Mrs Elva Field of Jasonville and one brother Fred H Maddox of Lyons.
Archaeologists estimate horses were first domesticated in Babylonia around 3500 B.C., suggesting early animal husbandry and transportation advances in ancient Mesopotamia. The finding highlights the region’s role in early equine use and cultural development.
A rural route patient was admitted yesterday for medical treatment. Mrs Pauline Weddle of Bloomfield welcomed son Clarence Edward. Ronald Miller of Switz City admitted today. Mrs Wilma McKim of Linton route 2 had twins Marc Jay and Marcia Kay. Sidney Stein and Jerry Stein of Linton admitted for tonsillectomies along with their parents. Dale Shanklin of Linton underwent tonsillectomy. Mrs Dorothy Daley of Jasonsville birthed a 10 pound 11 ounce girl Martha Ann. Jackson of Owensburg and twins discharged yesterday. Neuenswander and baby returned home to Bloomfield yesterday. Imogene Poe and baby of Linton discharged yesterday. Stephen Grass of Bloomfield discharged yesterday. Karen Sargent of Linton went home today.
The Linton Salvation Army post acknowledged a $200 check from the Linton Community Chest Fund, bringing the total received from the fund to $500.
A Pan American World Airways four engined Constellation crashed near Meydana in the Euphrates valley 200 miles northwest of Damascus en route from Karachi to Istanbul. Fifteen were killed including eight passengers and seven crew. three crew survived. Surviving officers named purser Anthony Volpe and stewardess Jane Bray. Emergency teams were reported at the scene with physicians and nurses.
Algon A. Sarver of Center township near Little Cincinnati in eastern Greene county died at 6 45 this morning at his home. He was a retired farmer born May 27 1877 in Center township, son of William and Sarah Martindale Sarver. He leaves a widow Josie and a son Chester O. Sarver and two grandchildren. Funeral at 2 pm Saturday at Cincinnati Christian Church with Rev Lozier Ziegler, burial in Carmichael cemetery. Body to Jenkins Funeral Home Bloomfield then returned to family residence Friday morning.
In Pinecliffe Colorado two Griffith sisters were found dead today. Florence was shot while Emily may have been struck or shot and police have not determined the cause. Emily Griffith founded the Opportunity School in Denver. The bodies were discovered by their sister Mrs Evan Gurtner in an adjacent cabin.
Mr and Mrs Robert Purcell of Pleasantville announce the birth of their daughter Sheryl Kay born June 18 at Mary Sherman hospital Sullivan.
Flax emerged as a key crop in Massachusetts in 1630 and within a few years its use prompted mentions in laws enacted by the Virginia assembly. The notes underscore flax as an early colonial agricultural and legal topic across New England and Virginia.
A barn on the Albert Page farm northwest of Sandborn burned Tuesday with contents including five tons of hay corn and farming equipment. Firemen arrived as flames were extensive. a harnessed team was rescued but one horse suffered shoulder burns. The farm is run by George Page.
The Inter-Church Council at Saron Evangelical and Reformed Church heard a report on the Linton religious education drive. Recurring themes praised public response, canvasser courtesy, and mothers leading school efforts. Pledges may be paid to Earl Reeves or others. Grace Newman will teach next year and attend a weekday training at Winona Lake.
Milton B. York of Connersville was released after a one day sentence from Federal Judge Robert C. Baltzell for an extortion note written as a prank. York, a proba tioner and former Connersville High School humor editor, said he drafted the note to Ray L. Lambergen of Connersville to demand 500 dollars in small bills left by a tree to “prevent injuries to his wife.” He claimed the idea came from classmates during typing class.
Washington reports organized labor intensified pressure as President Truman prepared to decide on the Taft Hartley labor bill. White House officials said his decision would reach Congress tomorrow. Pro veto sentiment drew 800000 letters and a union crafted campaign.
Fred Hagenow's car, racing to set a town record, burst into flames when a cigar lighter dropped a match on the seat. He sped to the central fire station two blocks away, praising the timely location.
Purdue University and federal statisticians report the May 15 1947 Indiana farm price index at 253, up from 187 a year earlier. Livestock indices rise sharply with hogs calf and cattle gains, grains climb led by soybeans and wheat, while apples wool and potatoes show mixed moves.
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