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Mt Vernon Register News

Location

Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1955

Page

5

Gospel Church of God Camp Meeting in Benton

Renowned gospel composer Rev. W. B. Ellis and his father Rev. E. M. Ellis headline the Church of God in Illinois State Convention at Benton campgrounds June 20 to 26. Four services daily begin 6:30 2:30 and 7:15 with opening remarks by F. W. Goff and welcome address by Rev. William Simins. Attending national leaders include Rev. James A. Cross Rev. O. W. Polen Rev. R. Leonard Carroll and Rev. A. W. Brummett.

W. B Yep) Ellis Church of God Illinois Huderson St Benton Ellis E. M. Ellis F. R. Harrawood Benton Church F. W. Goff Church of God In William Simins Ministerial Association William L. Carter James A. Cross O. W. Polen National R. Leonard Carroll Lee College Cleveland Temn A. W. Brummett Church of God Missions West Indies Mr. Goff

Road E O Won By Springfield Bay

Jon Hockenyos of Springfield won the State Teenage Road E O to represent Illinois at the National Road E O in Washington. He earned a 500 scholarship and a trophy after scoring 528 of 625 points, topping about 70 contestants in Peoria. Loren Williams and Larry Schladser followed, with Kristen Lawson and Howard Hinterlong tied for fourth.

Associated Press Peoria Jon Hockenyos Springfield Illinois Washington Junior Chamber of Commerce Hockenyos Charles Carpentier Loren Williams Blomington Larry Schladser Troy Kristen M. Lawson Clinton Howard Hinterlong Na- Fecyille

Car Goes Through Picture Window in Detroit Home

Mrs. Maxine Metzen let her 13 year old son Edward Jr drive the family car Sunday. He apparently confused the brakes and accelerator, sending the car across the lawn, smashing an 8 foot picture window at a neighbor’s house and stopping halfway into the living room. Damage estimated at $5,000. Special prayers for the sick and gospel singing will be part of daily meetings.

Associated Press Detroit Maxine ‘Metzen Edward Jr

Lebanon Baptist Church Revival Ends With Sixteen Converts

The revival led by Pastor Ral Wilkey closed last night with sixteen conversions, eighteen new members joining the church. A baptism is planned for July tenth at H. I Kent pond, thanking sister churches and their pastors for support.

Evening Radio Schedule and Programs Summary

A dense listing of radio programs across networks and times from evening to late night. Includes news, commentary, dramas, variety shows, comedies, and music segments featuring various hosts and performers across ABC CBS NBC and local nets. Specific show titles range from Dragnet and The Great Gildersleeve to Rosemary Clooney and Eddie Fisher, ending with News & Varieties.

Che Yukon Mbs-West Abc East Abe Cba Sporta Cba Mbs Abe Strange Abe News Cbs Eddie Fisher Jack Gregson Treasury Abe John Steele Aba Rosemary Cloonsy Sammy Kaye Abe News & Story Bing Crosby Amos Andy Newa Fibber and Molly Obs Great Gildersleeve New England Mbe News & Varieties All Nets

TV Schedule Fragments From Eastern Daylight Time

A scrambled listing of TV programs including Dinah Shore Cavalcade, News Caravan, Milton Berle Life With Father, Fireside Film Meet Millie, Truth or Consequences, See It Now, Stop the Music, and Steve Allen Tonight with multiple networks indicated.

Lukla Chris Abe John Daly Abc Dinah Shore Cbs Cavalcads Aba Jo Stafford Cbs Milton Berle Father Ivy Millie Danny Thomas Circle Theater Abe Red Skelton Cba Steve Allan Eisenhower Kwokla Ollie Tony Martin Dhs Perry Como Burns & Alien Reader Cbs Opera Crown Theater Abe Media Montgomery Abe Ethel and Albert Steve Allen Nbe

Cape buffaloes noted for even disposition says Nat Geo

The National Geographic Society notes that cape buffaloes of Africa are generally even tempered, though described as often angry, highlighting a paradox in their behavior and temperament.

Africa The National Geographic Society

Blood transfusion fight for newborn in Englewood

A 10 day old girl, Gail Bertimato, remained in critical condition after doctors gave blood transfusions against parental religious objections. Jehovah’s Witness parents blocked the procedure until state authorities obtained custody. Three physicians testified immediate transfusion was needed to save the infant. The Palisades Park judge ordered custody with the County Welfare Department.

Englewood N. J Gail Bertimato Palisades Park Englewood Hospital Joseph Bertimato Jehovah's Witness C. T. Markert Bergen County Guy W. Calissi Calissi Asst William J. Arnold John Ott Martin J. Kole Kole

Hollywood Gossip Highlights From The Stars

Hollywood insiders report Vera-Ellen remains married to Victor Rothschild yet resumes film work in London early next year after leaving MGM. Rosalind Russell demands wardrobe words on set while Joan Collins faces divorce issues. Messages from Grace Kelly and Katharine Hepburn shade privacy amid public life, as headlines mix contracts, pay, and playful quips from Las Vegas to Cairo.

Hollywood GrapeVine Vera-Ellen MGM Victor Rothschild New Dunes Hotel Las Vegas Vera Rosalind Russell Roz Girdle Gaffer Joan Collins Marilyn Monroe Fox Maxwell Reed Joan U.S

Adenauer to Visit Moscow After Big Four Talks

Chancellor Konrad Adenauer returned from a week in Washington New York and London and said West Germany would remain a loyal partner of the West. He indicated a possible Moscow visit to discuss trade and diplomacy but would wait until after the July Big Four talks. He stressed German reunification and tested Russian sincerity by freedom for East Germans to join a democratic Germany.

George Boultwood Associated Press Bonn Germany West Germany Konrad Adenauer Washington New York London Atlantic Alliance Eisenhower Dulles Eden Adenauer West Moscow

Police Court Fines For Drunk And Speeding Cases Listed

Fines in police court include Fred Holland ten dollars and costs for a drunk charge and Bob Wilson ten dollars and costs for speeding. Also notes wildlife trivia about whipperwills and elk herds in Jackson Hole Wyoming. The assertion that he arrives fifteen minutes early implies chronic tardiness.

Fred Holland Bob Wilson Jackson Hole Country Northwest Wyoming

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