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Newspaper
Terre Haute Tribune
Location
Terre Haute, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1951
Page
5
The U S armed forces rise from about 1.5 million to 3.341 million by June 25 1950 with 1 552 000 Army 850 000 Air Force 737 000 Navy and 204 000 Marines The Navy plans 1 161 ships and 810 000 sailors while the Air Force grows to 87 groups and about 850 000 personnel ahead of a 95 group target within a year
In Indianapolis on June 25 Taft attracted loud applause as Frederick E. Schortemeier credited Hoosiers with backing his presidential bid at a $100-a-plate Freedom dinner. Taft offered no comment, only a smile, amid signs he may gain support from Indiana Republicans.
Agonizing itching of eczema rash tetter ringworm pimples and scabies is claimed to be checked on one application of Blue Star Ointment. Repeat as needed as nature helps heal. Money back if first far fails to satisfy.
Marian Martin pattern description highlights hip pockets, a deep collared neckline with optional sun cutout, and graceful pleats. Pattron 9113 in sizes 12 to 20 requires 5 yards of 35 inch fabric for size 16. Includes illustrated Sew Chart and complete steps. Send payments and details to Terre Haute Tribune Pattern Dept.
Terre Haute Chapter 9 of the Disabled American Veterans and its auxiliary will elect officers tonight at the Chapter Home on North Ninth Street. Nominations include Commander senior vice commander junior vice commander treasurer chaplain two trustees three house directors and four United Veterans Council members. Current commander Leon Von Schepper will not seek re election. Lewis Caton is mentioned as a possible commander. Election board members are John Harvey Marion Harrison Max Halstead Floyd Baker and John Neuenschwander.
A jar of peanut butter was hurled through the front door of Cahill Drug Store at 1629 Poplar Street to break in. The desk of Joseph Cahill was ransacked before the intruder escaped via a rear door. Officers Tryon and Thompson led the preliminary investigation.
In Green Bay on June 25 a rift arose among Eighth District Young Republicans over a resolution to defeat Senator Joseph McCarthy next year. Francis Sumnicht challenged the move claiming improper procedure and nonmembers attended. About 30 people were present. others walked out as the anti McCarthy measure was debated.
Indiana VFW encampment closes with Mishawaka Mayor E Spencer Walton elected state commander. Other officers include Clyde L Miller Greencastle senior vice commander Richard L Roudebush Indianapolis junior vice commander Carl S Miller Lafayette quartermaster Ernest Knox Indianapolis judge advocate William Joseph Brazil chaplain and Dr John Nicosia East Chicago department surgeon. The encampment featured a parade and competition with VFW Post 1167 South Bend winning the drum and bugle corps title and Lafayette taking second. Odon High School band won marching and dancing with Tell City High School second.
Indiana theaters list Smugglers Island Heart of the Rockies Thunder in Gods Country at several showings. Grand features The Last Outpost with Reagan Fleming Bennett. Other venues present Sugarfoot Royal Wedding Redhead and the Cowboy Up Front Lightning Strikes Twice and more across towns.
Two grandmothers from New York and Pennsylvania were lured by a radio prize to travel to New Mexico then stranded in Albuquerque. TWA booked return tickets and a three day Bishop's Lodge stay in Santa Fe after the hoax left them with $40. Mary Keihn and Frank Licari, each with five grandchildren, remain hopeful to reach home as family doubts fade.
Indiana governor Schricker remained unlikely to intervene in a Lake County dispute between Judge William J. Murray and Lake County Prosecutor David D. Stanton over the grand jury report. The Gary Women’s Citizens Committee protested orders restricting criticism of public officials. No action was expected from the governor or Attorney General A. Emmett McManamon.
A pleasant alkaline powder called FASTEETH helps dentures stay firm and reduces plate odor. Sprinkle on dentures for improved comfort when eating and talking with no gummy taste. Available at drug stores.
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