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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1961
Page
2
A notice outlines monthly charges of 1.18 dollars by mail and directs all mail subscriptions to Vance. The item appears under United Press International and references a state press association and a Democratic editorial association, with a partial line about boys.
The Wayne Hamilton memorial game marks the annual all star contest at the local diamond with Eastern division players Terry Truitt Loren Stockrahm Tim Thompson and others facing Western division standouts Donnie Anderson Larry Kendall Steve Ball Kenny Gillan and more. Thursday results include GE club 5 Citizens national bank 4 and American Legion 22 Linton Iron and Metal 10 in league play.
The Greene County Board of Commissioners will consider numerous county revenue claims at a regular meeting in the Commissioners Court Room on Saturday July 1 1961 at 8 00 AM CST. The list includes Norma L Linton David Linton Luella Carpenter Mary Jane Martindale The Bloomfield News Edwin Bailey Dr Forrest Buell and many others with amounts ranging from a few dollars to over a thousand dollars. The page also lists cumulative bridge highway and other departmental claims and credits.
In loving memory of Charles Hudson who died July 1 1956. Surrounded by friends I am lonely in the midst of joys I am blue. Sadly missed by wife son and family. Also a note for a person who passed July 1 195y. Life's garden has clouds but God's garden shines brighter where we will meet again. Sadly missed by husband children and grandchildren.
Admissions include Mrs. Roy Wilson Springville Mrs. Frank McKim Marco Mrs. Donald Phillips Linton with a 7 lb 14 oz son John Robert Mrs. Dale Burch Bloomfield Mrs. John Bemis Coalmont Today a 7 lb 12 oz son Tracy Allan born to Mrs. Robert Heath Indianapolis and Mrs. Ronald Chambers Linton Paul Waggoner Indianapolis Marilyn Edmondson Linon Mrs. Robert Clark Bloomfield and Mrs. Augie Lee Cornelius Dag er with a daughter Mary Ann Dismissals include Mrs. Immanuel Hines Worthington and Mrs. Judith Hert and son Lewis.
Community page notes invite from Linton for Independence Day events. Local groups listed include Sandborn merchants association Hamilton Drug Company McCammon Chevrolet Welch and Cornett Worthington High School band Powell Marine Sales Anderson Poindexter and Sunset Wranglers with mentions of local vendors and carriages.
A full term newborn girl’s body was found today in a package turned in at an Indianapolis store lost and found. Store staff reported the package was left by a shopper Tuesday in a restroom and opened this morning. Authorities planned an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
Robert McDonald Jr formerly of Jenkins & Sons Funeral Home died June 30 1950. Parents express deep sorrow and long for reunion in heaven with a prayer and blessing.
Judy Ann Chafey celebrated her 13th birthday Sunday with a dinner at her grandmother Lottie Chafey's home. Guests included Raymond Chafey William Gene Chafey Bert Junior Chafey and Delbert Junior Chafey of Indianapolis and Eddie Teyssier.
Louis Richter 84 a lifelong Freelandville resident died at his home after a long illness Born October 27 1876 son of Herman and Mary V Kies Richter He never married He belonged to Bethel United Church of Christ Retired from farming Survivors include sisters Christina Hall Linton and Lena Wright Edwardsport and several nieces and nephews Funeral arrangements at Strate Funeral Home Freelandville call after 1 pm Saturday Remains to Bethel United Church of Christ Sunday noon lie in state until 2 pm services led by Rev George Varnes Burial in church cemetery
In Bloomfield circuit court two divorce actions and a state case were heard. Mary E. Worth granted divorce to Donald Worth on cross complaint with alimony of 150 dollars and costs. Violet Ringer and George Ringer dissolved a restraining order with 10 dollar weekly support and 150 dollars attorney fees. Mrs. Jean Jenkins of Lyons pleaded not guilty to a fault and battery charge with trial date not set.
The CBS TV character Dobie Gillis leaves Army khaki to enroll in a junior college next fall. Separate note mentions the paddlefish as a remnant of ancient life with a long paddle-like snout and elongated gill covers.
In Greene County Court, Ruth Ellen Cox seeks divorce from Alva Clarence Cox a non resident. The clerk issues notice requiring appearance and answer by July 31 1961 at Bloomfield Court House. Attorney Jack D Lloyd signs the complaint and affidavit.
In Greene County Indiana Circuit Court W G Cravens was named administrator of Fletha Harper deceased on April 27 1961 All persons with claims against the estate must file within six months from the first publication or they will be barred Dated Bloomfield Indiana June 28 1981 Norma L Linton Clerk Jack D Lloyd Attorney notice dates 6 30 7 7 14
In Lyons Indiana the Board of Town Trustees invites sealed bids for water meters and meter setting materials for the Lyons Municipal Waterworks. Bids open July 24 1981 at 7 PM CDT at the Town Clerk Treasurers office. Specifications and bid forms available there with non collusion affidavits and a Form 4A for bids over 5000. A 1 percent certified check or bank draft is required with each bid and bids may be rejected at any time. The city reserves the right to reject all bids. Dated June 21 1961.
WALLOPS ISLAND VA UPi an attempted satellite orbit ended when the Scout rocket third stage failed to ignite. NEW YORK Pi amid a tentative and conditional agreement in the 15 day old national maritime strike negotiators claim progress but the strike remains underway until actual contracts are signed.
A wrongful death case arising from a fatal car crash in Jasonville was settled today in Greene circuit court Bloomfield. Ester Marlow as administrator of Marvin Marlow's estate sued John S. Danko. the court approved a $1000 settlement.
Mr. and Mrs. George Wautelet and daughters Sue and Nancy visited Mr. and Mrs. David Wautelet and Chrissie in Gary. They joined in celebrating Chrissie’s first birthday over the weekend.
Mrs Russell Peelman attended a Saturday birthday dinner hosted by Mrs Mae White in Lyons. The event honored Mrs White and Mrs Nora Gilligan. Peelman’s name was unintentionally omitted from a previously published list.
A new civil suit is on file in Greene circuit court at Bloomfield. Indiana National Bank of Indianapolis sues James and Betty King on a note alleging breach of payment.
Column lists daily daytime and evening programs for Witty Channel 4 TV Bloomington Indiana. It covers July 2 and July 8 listings with times for Lunchtime Theater Ding Dong School University shows Popeye Littl Rascals Wild Bill Hickok People’s Choice Danger Is My Business 26 Men West Point Union Pacific Dr Hudson and more along with Movie of Week Gospel of Christ Interpol Calling Behind Closed Doors and other serials and religious programs.
A June 30 to July 3 period TV grid for Channel 10 Terre Haute Indiana lists daily programs across morning to late night. It includes CBS News Morning Lab, daytime soap operas, game shows, classic series, cartoons, westerns, talk shows, movies, and special segments with anchors and station identifiers. The schedule covers July 1 to July 3 with varied titles and times.
In Indianapolis a gunman tied up janitor R F Gregory at Sears Roebuck downtown. Police dogs and 65 officers captured suspect Robert Ford after a search that delayed opening. a suitcase near an exit held four revolvers a rifle a target pistol ammunition and gun cleaning gear.
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