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Rural Fillmore Youth Injured In Car Mishap

A rural Fillmore young man was injured in a one-car accident on County Road 100 North, in Marion Township, at 10:10 p.m. Monday. Jerry Morlan, 20, Fillmore, Route 1, suffered a broken collar bone in the mishap. According to Deputy Sherif Mel Mangus, Morlan was driving west in a 1962 Buick

when it edged off the road. The auto brushed some trees and then bounced off across the highway and hit a mailbox. Morlan was thrown out of the car when it came in contact with the trees. Deputy Mangus estimated the automobile as a total loss as result of the accident. In Greencastle police news, one traffic citation was issued

Monday night. Henry A. Stitzle, 18, Reelsville, Route 1, was arrested at 8:55 p.m. and ticketed for speeding in a posted zone on South Jackson Street. In other news: Greencastle firemen made their 71st and 72nd runs of the year Monday. At 2:50 p.m. they went to the Albin Pdnd Road, east of

Greenbriar, when a county highway truck caught fire when the carburetor backfired. One hundred gallons of water from the truck’s booster tank extinguished the blaze. Damage was estimated at $600 when the firemen returned to the station at 3:20 p.m.

Cars Collide On State Road 240

The 1964 Plymouthdriven by Betty Bartlett driven by Deborah Adams. No charges were is prepared to be towed away following an made. accident yesterday on State Road 240. Also (Banner-Graphic Photo) involved in the accident was a 1974 Chevrolet

A 1974 Chevrolet, driven by Deborah Adams, collided with a 1964 Plymouth, driven by Betty Bartlett in an accident yesterday afternoon on State Road 240 on the east edge of town. Two occupants of the car were taken to Putnam County Hospital, examined and released. Damage was done to the right front end of the Adams car and to the left rear of the Bartlett car; as the Bartlett auto turned, while the Adams auto was passing on the side. No charges were made. Mallory Dividend The Board of Directors of P R. Mallory & Co. Inc. declared a dividend at the rate of 25 cents per share on the common stock of the corporation, payable June 3 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 6.

Information On Evergreens Given

Forrest T. Miller. Extension Agent-Forestry, has released this information on evergreens. Severe winter temperatures, near zero, follow ing unseasonably warm early spring weather has caused much browning of foliage, especially on (Taxus) t he yews. Also noticed on some arborvitae (white cedar) this condition is due to w inter drying. the drying out of foliage when all moisture is locked in frozen soil and winds pull needed moisture out of the foliage. Since yews respond well to pruning, it is*wise to clip back brown shoots and let new growth fill the gaps as buds open on the remaining live w oody stems. Even on those yews which appear to be completely killed. heavy pruning may result in new growth at the base of the woody stems. Arborvitae is difficult to prune without destroying the shape of the enCuba Revival Set The pastor and congregation of the Cuba Independent Baptist Church of Spencer invite the public to attend the nightly revival services at 7 p.m. April 29 - May 5. Dr. Leon Maurer will be the evangelist and there will be special music nightly. For bus serv ice call 829-3972.

tire tree. However, all such evergreens showing terminal damage should be pruned, fertilized, and watered. If this doesn’t work, replace the plant. Brow ning of needles on the

pines (those with needles 3-6 inches long) is often caused by needle cast. Spray w ith 8-8-100 Bordeaus mixture now as new growth appears. Spray twice at ten day intervals.

Many ornamental trees and shrubs should be sprayed in early May for caterpillars, mites, and borers. Check w ith your extension office if you have any further questions.

Dentist To Attend Convention

Improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of dental health care services to millions of Hoosiers will be examined May 5 and 6 at the 116th annual convention of the Indiana Dental Association. Nearly 3000 dentists, auxiliary members, hygienists and dental assistants are expected to attend the conference in the Indiana ConventionExposition Center at Indianapolis. Greencastle dentist. Dr. Thomas M. Graffis, will be a delegate to the convention. He is also chairman pro tern of the Dental Law Committee. Dr. J. Terrence Frey w ill be an alternate delegate. Keynoting the four-day scientific and business session will be Mayor Dolly McNutt of Paducah. Ky., whose topic “Point and Counterpoint,” will examine problems facing the country today. Dr. Carlton H. Williams of personnel. Dr. R. Dan Rohn of Alexandria. IDA president, will preside at the convention which will begin May 4 with meetings of the House of Delegates and resolution

Today’s Weather

Partial clearing and cooler tonight. Partly cloudy Wednesday. Lows tonight 49 to 51. Highs Wednesday 70 to 74.

opening general meeting May 5. Two awards will be presented for outstanding service to the dental profession. Reporting that afternoon on dental manpower planning will be Dr. Merrill W. Packer, acting director of *he Div ision of Dental Health. U. S. Department of Health, Education and Welfare. Other scientific sessions May 5 and 6 will be concerned with the use of the newest dental health care ideas, equipment and personnel in small communities; increased efficiency through use of the open floor office arrangement and vitreous carbon implants. An innovation this year will be luncheon round-table discussions on May 6 cover-

ing plaque control in restorative dental practice, modern restoration of missing teeth, the orthodontic approach to the treatment of unusual adult dental problems and utilization of dental auxiliary San Diego, president of the American Dental Association. also will address the reference committees. Exhibits of the newest in dental equipment will be displayed May 5 and 6 with the President's Reception and annual dinner dance also scheduled on May 5. New and innovative ways to provide improved dental care will be demonstrated at table clinics also on May 5 and 6. The convention will conclude May 7 with a meeting of the board of trustees.

Ride A Bike Day Termed Success By Co-Chairman

Sandra Whiting, co-chair-man of Ride A Bike For The Retarded Day reports that the ride which was held on Sunday. April 28 was a tremendous success. Through sponsorships from individuals and organizations, the 29 riders participating in the ten mile ride had pledges totalling $201.65. Cyclists who rode in the event and have not turned in their money, should send their outstanding pledges to Sandra Whiting, Route 1, Cloverdale, or Harlana

Slavens, in care of the Cloverdale elementary school. All money should be turned in by May 11. Any individual, organization or merchant that would like to donate money for the retarded may send their donnations to the above addresses. Board Meets The monthly meeting of the Putnam County Fair Board will be held Wednesday evening. May 1, at the Community Building, beginning at 8 p.m. All directors are urged to be present.

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Myers On Campaign Reform

This report comes from Seventh District Congressman John Myers. Recently publicized unethical and illegal political activities have re-emphasized the need for campaign and election reform. However, in the rush to reform, we must not overlook the good provisions set forth in the 1971 Federal Elections Campaign Act. Reform is only necessary in some areas and it is here that the attention must be drawn and an effective compromise reached. The House Republican Task Force has taken great strides toward realistic solutions to campaign abuses, and the President has sent a comprehensive campaign reform message to Congress. Both stress the priority of reform in the areas of campaign financing. It is generally agreed that too much money has been spent on Presidential and Congressional races in the past. However, so-called public financing, which has been suggested, is not the solution. This proposal is not. in fact “public” financing--it is taxpayer financing and it would force taxpayers to support political parties and candidates with which they might totally disagree. The supporters of this raid on the federal treasury argue that such a system would remove the corrupting influence of vast sums of money and the purchasing of influence by large contributors and special interest groups. But. the Task Force and other proposals to place a ceiling on all cash donations, complemented by the requirement of complete financial disclosure, should eliminate such problems without wiping out the right of the people to participate in their political system by choice. Supposedly, federal financing also would eliminate the necessity for candidates to go begging for funds. Then again, in 1972. approximately 1,000,000 individuals con-

tributed to President Nixon’s re-election campaign. The majority of these donations were in amounts of $100 or less with the average of these being less than $25. In my own campaign for re-election in 1972, more than 1,200 individuals contributed an average of just over $26 each. Ninety-nine percent of the donations from individuals were less than $100.Clearly the people are prepared to voluntarily support candidates of their choice. Still on the subject of campaign financing, the Task Force recommended full accountability of campaign funds to eliminate donations from ambiguous sources. All contributions should be specifically tied to the original donor, excepting only donations by a national political party organization, which already fully reports indiv idual donations. In regard to campaign practices, it has been suggested that additional federal laws are needed to deter or punish illegal or unethical activities in federal election campaigns. It has been pro-

posed that measures be taken to halt such activities as organized and intentional disruption of a candidate’s campaign. On campaign duration, the Task Force very aptly proposed shortening campaign periods to increase voter interest and participation. People now tend to become bored and disinterested when they are subjected to marathon campaigns. The extent and duration of proliferating primary contests have not only extended the length of campaigning, but also added to the expense. Strong political parties will increase public confidence and make government more responsive to the people. Qualified people >hould be encouraged to run lor office and maintain a strong two-party system. The President has urged Congress to examine its own benefits of incumbency which have mounted over the years to develop reforms that will assure equal treatment of incumbents and challengers alike. There is one more v ital pro-

posal set forth by the Task Force. That is the establishment of an independent Federal Elections Commission to supervise the 1971 Act and any new election laws. The FEC would consolidate the powers of the three exist ing supervisory authorities and in addition, have power to subpoena. Republicans have recently been unfairly pictured as resisting reform. Clearly, this is not the case. Republicans have fought and will continue to fight for realistic, responsible and enforceable reforms that do not tear the heart out of our great participatory political system. Indiana Herald Publisher To Be Here 0.1. Tandy, publisher ol the Indiana Herald, will be guest speaker before the Greencastle Rotary Club meeting Wednesday noon at the Student Union, according to Walter Ballard. May program chairman for the club.

Senior High Division winners in the and Larry Yount. Their first prize entry was Cloverdale Junior and Senior High Science “How Stimulants and Depressants Affect Club are from left, Mike Walter, Keith Smith. Hamsters Ability to Run a Maze.”

Science Club Winners Named

Cloverdale's Junior and Senior High Science Club held its Science Fair recently. First prize in the Senior High Division went to Mike Walter, Keith Smith, and Larry Yount. Their project was “How Stimulants and Depressants Affect Hamsters Ability to Run a Maze.” Second prize winners were David Costin, Greg Neese and Athos Pizzato for their project on “Air Pollution.” Athos is an exchange student from Brazil. Third prizes were awarded forthree Senior High projects. Liz Beauchamp and Karen Smith, had as their project Twelve Week Training Course George A. Schneider, Greencastle, is one of sixtyone young men who have completed a twelve-week training course at the Indiana State Police Recruit Academy at Indiana University, Bloomington. Schneider was assigned to District 11-Dunes Park Post; Dana Briggs, Martinsville, and James Cramer, SpeedPlease turn to page 2, col. 2

“Distillation, Temperature, and Pressure.” and Debbie Halton’s project was “Effects of Ov erpopulation.” Junior High winners were first prize; Mike Monnett and

There is a young lady in Putnam County who needs your help. She is just like any little girl that you see on the street, blonde, cute, and she enjoys swimming and horseback riding. She is Jaimi Cox, Putnam County’s March of Dimes Poster Child, and she is a victim of birth defects, the nation’s major child health problem that strikes some quarter of a million infants every year. Nearly half of all chronic childhood disability results from birth defects. By putting aside some time or money, you can contribute to a cause that will help Jaimi and will provide for birth defect research, direct patient aid, pre-na-tal care and public and professional education. Forty per cent of the money collected will stay locally. The March of Dimes Walkathon is scheduled for 9 a m. on Saturday, May 4. Greencastle

Greg Paugh, “Metals as Conductors or Insulators.” Second prize, was Mona Project awards were provided by Lone Star Industries. I.B.M. Corporation

and Madison Township fire departments will lead off the walk with Jaimi Cox. The walk will begin in Roban Park and take a predetermined route to Fillmore and then return to Roban Park. It is a total of 16 miles, but walkers do not have to complete the walk. There w ill be five check points throughout the route where walkers will have their card punched to indicate how much of the route completed. Jaycees will provide transportation for those walkers unable to complete the walk. Along the route w ill be first aid personnel at strategic locations. Dr. Alfred Page is in charge of manning the first aid stations and voluntary help will provide relief to blistered feet and skinned knees. Also providing services to the walkers will be deputy sheriffs who will slow traffic along the walk route and assist at cross-

and P R. Mallory Company. Pearson and Aurelia McKamey, “Leaf and Rock Studies.” and third prize, Patricia Haltom and Penny Langdon, “Hydrofarming.”

roads. At the close of the walk, there will be a party for all participants, including sandwiches,’ cokes and cookies. Part of the food will be donated by local merchants. F H A. clubs from Putnam County will assist with registration and food distribution. Registration forms for the walk are available in all local school systems in the Greencastle area. There is no limit to the number of sponsors a walker can have, but the minimum pledge is ten cents a mile. Sponsors mav donate lump sums, however. AH participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian sign the form. Putnam County March of Dimes Chairman is Mr. Gail Edwards and walk chairman is Anne Robinson. Please turn to page 2, col. 2

Walkathon To Help County Poster Child

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