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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1959
Page
7
In Stalheim Norway a resort hotel fire killed or left missing 25 people including many Americans. A Norwegian guide was questioned by police overnight over cigarette negligence possibly starting the blaze and was released with instructions to report his whereabouts. Investigators did not rule out further missing guests.
Miss Monserate Roman 27 told police a man jumped into a revolving door subway turnstile with her Tuesday night and stole $6 from her purse after kissing her before escaping by train.
Seven people died and 18 are unaccounted after a Tuesday blaze that leveled a historic wooden building. US Embassy staff aided tourists in Oslo as officials confirm fatalities and list 24 dead or missing with 17 hospitalized. Dutch guide Peter Boick died rescuing guests.
Indiana traffic tolls edged up 20 deaths in the week ending Sunday, bringing 1959 totals to 436 versus 402 last year. The year over year gap narrowed to 8?1 percent as June progress shows 48 deaths in three weeks, a pace below last year’s end-month total and the first potential reduction this year.
A collage of Dear Abby exchanges covers a 12 year old pressed into summer camp, a husband troubled by his wife attending too many conventions, a long petition for marriage, and a new mother facing hair loss after childbirth. Abby urges attitude change, home focus, and medical advice.
Police report a 14 year old youth remained in custody Tuesday after being picked up during the day. He and a companion are suspected of vandalizing the Coin-O-Matic Laundry at 2920 South Seventh street by smashing bottles damaging equipment and tearing down a rear fence. Officers Glen Carpenter and others investigated.
Robert Kable spotted a youth in the 2100 block of South Ninth street near streamers tied between trees then saw someone flee. Officers found and detained the 14 year old in weeds in a vacant lot, denying theft. Juvenile authorities ordered further investigation.
A B52 jet from Strategic Air Command crashed during a low level test flight near Burns Oregon killing five crew members. The witnesses cited a fiery crash about 35 miles east of Burns with wreckage and bodies dispersed over a wide area. Boeing Airplane Co produced the aircraft and the five aboard were pilot Lewis Moore copilot Joseph Keller navigator Gerald Green flight engineers Charles McDaniel and Neil Johnson all named with Seattle or nearby city ties.
Indiana Gas and Water Co proposed an $83,000 gross rate increase for 2 638 customers in and around Franklin. The company asked the Public Service Commission to raise the monthly minimum charge from 2 30 to 3 80.
Senate leaders from both parties pledged support to Secretary Herter for his Berlin policy amid Western protection of West Berlin. Lyndon Johnson and Everett Dirksen praised Herter’s Geneva report and bold stance against compromising freedom. House members echoed Senate support for his continued negotiations.
In Indianapolis on June 24 a blaze swept two top floors of the Casa Blanca Hotel trapping 21 guests. William Owens, 54, a semi invalid, was overcome by smoke and taken to General Hospital while others evacuated. Fire Chief Arnold Phillips ordered an arson probe as roof flames spread quickly but all guests escaped safely.
William S. Wunch a 34 year old associate professor at Arizona State University in mathematics and physics appealed to Superior Court after a jury ruled against him for speeding 80 in a 60 zone. Judge Renz L. Jennings issued a final assessment of a $50 fine.
Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip met a crowd near 60 000 strong in Three Rivers Quebec as they arrived for a parade honoring Saint patron. The Queen unveiled a monument marking the 325th anniversary and then traveled to Montreal to open the St Lawrence Seaway with President Eisenhower.
A 24 year-old Evanston man Norman Hill was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a 19 year-old white girl. Convicted May 1, he is eligible for parole in about 12 years. Co-defendant Joseph Dumas pleaded guilty to rape and drew concurrent 10 year terms.
The final board meeting of the fiscal year at the Hotel Deming re elected Ewing H. Miller as chapter chairman. Hugh McQuillan, Mrs. Paul Erdman, and Frank J. Hanisch were re elected to key posts. nine new directors were installed and five others were returned for second terms. Special certificates honored four social welfare aides. The gathering included 35 community representatives. In separate actions Indiana Supreme Court upheld Richard A. Anderson on a six month term and $100 fine, and affirmed Robert E. Arnold's vehicle taking conviction. Both rulings were unanimous.
A 46 year old Wabash man has his second DUI conviction upheld on appeal. The ruling confirms prior findings and cites ongoing concerns about repeat intoxicated driving. Court records name the defendant and affirm sentencing components.
Advertises Better Homes and Gardens July Real Cool Cook Book with cold salads like Pacific salad bowl Shrimp filled tomatoes and cucumber salad ring Pear coronet mold. Promises full color illustrations and new dressings with recipes for different salads. Get your copy wherever magazines are sold.
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