Decatur Daily Democrat, Volume 61, Number 225, Decatur, Adams County, 24 September 1963 — Page 1

VOL. LXI. NO. 225.

Senate Ratifies Nuclear Test Ban. 80-19

Hartke, Bayh Both Vote With Majority As Limited Treaty Approved

WASHINGTON (UPJ) — In a . historic action, the Senate today ratified the treaty with Rus- . sia banning nuclear tests in the atmosphere, outer space and under water. President Kennedy called it a single but “substan- < tial” step toward peace. All but one of the 100 senators —the ailing Sen. Clair Engle, DCalif.—were on hand for the 80-19 roll call vote. The margin was 14 votes more than the required two 1 thirds majority. WASHINGTON (UPI) — Indiana Sens. Birch E. Bayh, Jr., and Vance Hartke, voted with the maojrity today in ratifying the limited nuclear test ban treaty. Hartke sent government-paid telegrams to news media in his district saying: “After voting for test ban, Senator Hartke said he’s hopeful his vote helps tooling up for peace. Also tells Senate mod be no lessening of effort to prevent spread of Communism in Western Hemisphere, intimate U. S. goal must remain rooting out of Communism.’’ The pact does permit underground testing and the administration has pledged to push ahead in this area to maintain what experts consider the present U.S. atomic lead over the Soviet Union. Senate galleries were jammed 7 as the Senate started its roll call at 10:30 a.m. EDT to cljrnax weeks of debate featuring/imtold thousands of words on the agreement reached between the United States, Britain and tßussia after prolonged negotiation. On -the showdown, 55 Democrats joined 25 Republicans in voting for -the treaty. Opposed were 11 pemocrats and 8 Republicans. Victory For Kennedy ratification of the pact was ex- / pected and it was a diplomatic if not a direct political victory for Kennedy who had argued : that rejection of the pact, despite its limited nature, would be a ] step backward in the quest for 1 peace. The only surprise on the roll call was provided by Sen. Margaret Chase Smith who kept her i stand in doubt throughout the long debate and wound up voting ' against the treaty. : Mrs. Smith said in a statement i that her "troubled vote” was one < of the most difficult she had i faced in 23 years in Congress. < "The joepardy the treaty im- i poses on our national security is f a more compelling argument i against the treaty than the politi-

New School Trial Motion Taken Under Advisement

Huntington circuit court Judge Ray Ade Monday afternoon took under advisement a motion for a new trial by the 11 plaintiffs from the north part of Adams county, . saying he would not “waste” any time and would rule on the motion soon. Clarence R. NcNabb, one of two attorneys representing the north residents, was not present. The other attorney, Thomas D. Logan, filed a memorandum dealing with his motion for a new trial and presented his argument. Logan had filed a motion for a new trial on two grounds: .1. “The decision of the court Is contrary to law." 2. “The decision of the court is not sustained by sufficient law. , On the first item, Logan argued that Adams circuit court Judge Myles F. Parrish was required by law tor wait 90 days after the state commission’s approval of the reorganization plan, before ordering a special election. Not Required In his argument Severin H. Schurger, representing the local study committee, which is now defunct, argued that the judge was

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cal and psychological disadvantages that would stem from rejection of the treaty,” she said. Goldwater Votes No Sen. Barry Goldwater, Airiz., the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination in public opinion polls, carried through his vow to vote against the treaty even if—in his words—it meant “political suicide." Just before final action, Democratic congressional leaders conferred with the President at the White House. Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield, Mont., told reporters “the President expressed his delight with this single but substantial step toward peace.” Significantly, the treaty carried no U.S. reservations or “understandings’’ which might jeopar--dize ratification by other countries. All such proposals were rejected. The only addition made by the Senate was a procedural oiie, adding a preamble to the ratification resolution restating the Senate’s constitutional right to approve fuure treaty Oppose RelUcantly Senators who voted against the treaty did so, largely with declared reluctance but with emphasis on their distrust of Russia. They argued that it was ambiguous, too hastily agreed to, and carirfed too great a'military hazard to U.S. security. ’ Those who supported it in the 11 days of floor debate and more than two weeks of public hearings agfeed with top administration ofcials that the risks were “acceptable.” They insisted that the hope it offered for avoiding nuclear holocaust could not be rejected. Some confessed they voted “yes” reluctantly, but felt they had no choice. At the insistence of senators, Kennedy gave the lawmakers written “assurances” that safeguards to protect U.S. security would be maintained and advanced. The President made it clear his right to use nuclear weapons in time of conflict would not be impaired. He cautioned that the treaty’s rejection might harm U.S. leadership in the world. Many Nations Sign More than 100 nations have signed the limited test ban treaty. The treaty was hailed as a "first step" toward ending the arms race,, and U.S. ratification was expected to touch off signs of “second step” tension-easing moves by the Soviet Union. But even the most ardent treaty supporters warned against any quick follow-up action in the disarmament field. Senate opposition to the treaty

not required to wait the 90 days, and any way the election was not held within the 90 days period and no petitions had been filed before the election. 1 Schurger also said that under the March 1963 acts of the legislature, all reorganization plans approved by the state commission were declared void, except where any such plan had received a majority affirmative vote from the people at an election. The three reorganization plans in Adams county had all received majority affirmative votes in last year’s primary election. DeVoss Arrues John H. DeVoss, North Adams community board attorney, also presented an argumeiit, dealing with the second point on Logan’s motion for a new trial. DeVoss said that the plaintiffs in the case had the burden of proof to show sufficient evidence in the case. Howard Baumgartner also attended the hearing. Although Judge Ade took the motion under advisement, he did overrule the motion for a new trial pertaining to the South Adams plaintiffs who had asked their motion to be dismissed.

sprang from the core of senior southern leaders on military affairs'. Chairman Richard B. Russell, D-Ga., of the armed services committee, and chairman John Stennis, D-Miss., of the preparedness subcommittee • made early declarations against the pact. Seven southern Democrats and one southern Republican, John Tower of Texas, lined up witji them even before the vote. Biit the 12 other southerners, including four major chairmen, supported the President. Withdrawal Provisioa" At the insistence of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, /the treaty included a liberal withdrawal provision. It permits the United States or any government to withdraw , from the pact if it decides that “exraordinary events” related to the treaty have jeopardized its interests. This allows a ' nation to pull out if any country tests clandestinely or conducts nuclear experiments considered harmful to its security. Although there is a stated three-month withdrawal notice, Secretary of State Dean Rusk testified that the United States would drop out immediately if Russia abrogated the treaty or began testing in any prohibited area. Amendments to the treaty must be approved by a majority of all the parties — with the United States, Britain and Russia each having a veto. An amending conference may be called, if onethird of the signatory countries desire, but is not necessary. Recognition Unnecessary Rusk also made it clear that this country would not have to give diplomatic recognition to a Communist government like that of East Germany if it approved the test ban treaty. East Germany signed the pact. With the Senate vote of“consent,” the formal ratification by the executive branch is the next and formal step. Instruments of ratification must be filed by all signatory governments with the three original parties to the treaty. The treaty enters into effect after the United States, Britain and Soviet Union ratify it and de(Continued on Page Three) Litchfield Trial Set For Oct. 28 The trial on the three charges against Roy A. Litchfield, 128 S. Fouth St., will be held Monday, October 28, city court Judge John B. Stults said this morning. Judge Stults has given Litchfield’s attorney Hubert R. McClenahan a 30-day continuance, and said, he expects to contact McClenahan to discover if this date will be suitable with the local attorney. „ The judge gave McClenahan 30 days in order that the attorney may arrange his schedule so that he will be available on that date for the trial. McClenahan sent a registered letter to the judge Monday morning informing him that he was unable to attend due to conflicts on the court calendar. Two continuances had already been granted. The last paragraph in the story concerning the case in Monday’s paper was misleading in that it said Richard Mansfield had appeared in “all three instances” to testify. The three instances were the continuations granted on the three Mondays, Sept. 9,* Sept. 16 and Sept. 23. Mansfield arrested Litchfield Sept: 6. but was not the arresting officer in the three other cases pending against Litchfield in Justice of the Peace court. INDIANA WEATHER Partly cloudy and a little wanner throogh Wednesday. Chance of some showers Bale Wectaeoday or Wednesday night. Lows tonight 50-56; highs, Wednesday, 74-79. Outlook for Thursday: Fair to partly cloudy and warm. CMance of some showers mostly north. Low In the ITm httbo to the 80 s.

Decatur. Indiana, Tuesday, September 24.1963.

l< -- 11 1,1 u IHP. .-.-T- , i '■ ■ ,r-Tr BETTER THAN PAUL BUNYAN—Several trees wgre taken down and sawed up at an average rate of better than ten minutes apiece as ground-breaking began yesterday for the new police station. Ferris Fox operates the bulldozer used tff tell the trees while Zeal Miller looks on.—(Photo by Mac Lean)

Linn Grove, Low Road, New Plat Discussed The Adams county commission ers spent much of their meeting time Tuesday traveling to tlje siti of a number of "problems” ii the southern part of the county They visited Linn Grove and th< Warren Affolder farm in Wabasl to wn ship. Their visit to Linn Grove wts made to check upon a petitioi submitted by 34 Linn Grove post al patrons. The petition askec that the spelling of the name ol the town be officially designatec by the post office department as “Linn Grove” rather than “Lipa grove.” Die commissioners wil' forward the petition to the proper authorities. Their stop at Linn Grove verified that the 34 signers constituted the required majority of the 52 postal patrons served by the Linn Grove post office. Investigate Road At the Loren Affolder farm the commissioners inspected a short portion of county road 33% between county roads 24 and 25. The section of the road which they checked always floods in high w'ater and is virtually impassable. Affolder and his father, Tilman Affolder, who has an adjoining farm, have requested that the commissioners raise the road level to make it passable in high water. They pointed out that at one time the water was so high that the body of a resident who died had to be brought out by boat. The commissioners decided to have county engineer Walt Gilliom survey the road and make a report on the necessary work. During their regular meeting at the courthouse the commissioners received word of the appointment of John Parish of Fort Wayne as the union, representative to the state-required three man wage committee for the proposed courthouse elevator installation. The commissioners appointed Phil Sauers as the county representative to the committee. Julius Lengerich, 918 S. 13th St. appeared at the meeting and presented a plat for the commissioners approval. Lengerich has divided into lots a large tract about a mile south of Decatur. The commissioners, after learning tht Lengerich had checked with the Indiana & Michigan electric company on the feasibility of the subdivision, approved the plat. A notice of hearing and report for work on the Archie P. Hardison ditch was submitted at the meeting and approved. A list of those persons who will benefit from the ditch and who are being assessed for the work was part of the notice. One of the commissioners pointed out that Amos Schwartz, Geneva should not have been included on the list and that there was some possibility that he should even be paid damages for the work rather than being assessed. It was decided that Schwartz' name should be left on the list. If he wishes it removed he may appear at the scheduled hearing . and show cause why he should not be assessed.

Jobless Claims total Just 39 The Fort Wayne office of the Iniana Employment Security Division reported today that there were 39 claims for unemployment compensation in Adams county during the week ending September 21. Two of these were new claims *■ and the remaining 37 were conting ued claims. e n Last week there were 40 claims r, — four new and 36 continued. One e year ago there were three new k claims and 33 continued ones for a total of 36. Two years ago there were 160 claims — 15 tew, 94 cons' tinued, two new for extended covern age and 49 continued for extendi- ed coverage. d ' ,f These figures are a good, though j not completely accurate, indicas tion of actual Adamis county unemh ployment figures. They do not, 1 however, show unemployment fir gures for a number of smaller j firms which do not pay compensa--3 tion insurance. r Only $49.03 Stolen, - But $450 Damage 1 A total of $49.03 was stolen in 1 a burglary at the local library this past weekend it was learned this morning. r In addition to the cash taken. . an estimated $450 damage was done to the library, with most of the damage to two filing cabinets that were broken open. The building was entered through a window on the south side of the building. In addition to the two filing cabinets that were forced open, all other files and drawers in the library were opened, as the thief, or thieves, made a thorough check of the building.

One Os 10 United Fund Agencies

Exchange Students Supported By Decatur Community Fund

The American Field Service is one of the newest of the ten agencies in the Decatur Community Fund budget for this year. Its budget request for this year is $2,000, SSOO more than last year. The increase will make it possible for the service to provide an exchange student for both Decatur high schools, instead of just one as it has done in previous years. Thirf change was recommended by the national American Field Service office. Exchange Students Here The best known function of the American Field Service, of course, is the service it performs In bringing foreign exchange students from other countries to live in a Decatur home. Through this, American students acquire a knowledge of European customs, beliefs and personalities and the visiting students learn much about this country which they can carry back to their tive lands with them The AFS system is a two-fold

Moser, Not Moses Heads ASC Here Richard J. Moser, of Jefferson township, not Richard K. Moses of Root township, was elected president of the Adams county A. S. C. committee Monday morning, Mrs. Mary Howard, office manager, stated today. The story, taken over the telephone at noon Monday, erroneously stated that Moses, instead of Moser, was elected.

®| uX* Aw ( jfl WHL KBP 'JI CONSULTATION— Decatur high school art instructor Hubert Feasel makes suggestions to one of his students, Cheryl during a recent excurision of the advanced art class to the courthouse lawn.. The class utilized iW’Timc there to review their fir st-year lessons in perspective while making sketches of the downtown area buildings. There the 19 stud ents enrolled in the advanced art class and 54 in the first year basic course. The courses are designed as an aid to students interested in going into engineering, art or education.—• Photo by Mac Lean)

plan whereby no one loses except the enemies of America and the free world. There is a visitor in Decatur each school year to acquaint local students and adults with their native land, while at the same time learning valuable lessons about the American way of life. Then, during the summer, a Decatur student has the opportunity to perform the same type of service and learn the same valuable lessons in a foreign country. •' Founded In 1914 The American Field Service, founded in 1914 as a volunteer abbulance service, has sihee 1947 undertaken an international scholarship program with secondary schools for students in the 16 to 18 year age level. More than 22,000 boys and girls from the United States and 65 foreign countries have taken part-in the AFS program. ’ The AFS foreign students who come to this country are all able to speak English passably well,

Pres. Kennedy Starts Conservation Site Tour

MILFORD. Pa. (UPI) — President Kennedy keynoted an 11state tour of conservation areas today with a call for space-age Americans to discover “whole new universes” of opportunity in their own land, water and idle youth. The Chief Executive’s avowedly "nqn-political” five-day journey across the continent started with a salute in Pennsylvania to the Republican father of the conservation movement, Gifford Pinochet. Kennedy’s tour also will take him to nine north-central and western states where Democratic senators running for re-election in 1964 have invited him to share in the reflected glories of local natural wonders. In his initial speech the President gave his . administration credit for increasing “the pace of resource development and conservation in a variety of ways” since taking office in 1961. "I begin today a journey to save America’s natural heritage —a journey to preserve the past and protect the future,’’ Kennedy said at the outset of remarks prepared for delivery here at his first speeehmaking way-station. Dedicates Institute The President scheduled the stop to dedicate the 83-year-old “Grey Towers,” the ancestral Pinchot home, as the Pinchot Institute for Conservation Studies. Pinchot. twice governor of Pennsylvania, served under President Theodore Roosevelt as the first chief of the U.S. Forest Service and was one of America’s most renowned conservationists. Kennedy said Pinchot’s career "marked the beginning of a pret fessional approach to the management of our nation's resources.” _l'fie was a practical idealist,”

if not fluently, and are carefully chosen for personal qualities as well as academic ability. The students come to the U. S. for one year only and are required to return home at the end of that year. AFS deals only with the secondary school level. Its students from abroad come to attend American high schools and private schools. Rotary Originated In former years the Decatur Rotary club handled the project of bringing a foreign exchange student to this city. The last such sponsored student was in 1960. At that time the Rotary club was informed that that would be t&g last year they would be able handle the project. The national committee of the American Field! Service has ruled that an exchange student cannot be sponsor- ; ed by a single organization, but must be sought by the community as a Whole. To do this, it was necessary to| obtain a local charter for an I

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Kennedy said, “believing that the riches of the American continent should produce for all its people an abundant life — believing that waste of our resources, or their monopolistic control, was an offense which threatened the very existence of democratic society... “Above all, he was a gifted, driving administrator, transoforming a minor federal bureau into a dynamic, purposeful agent of national policy.” Pennsylvania's Republican Governor William Scranton was among dignitaries listed for attendance at the ceremony marking the deeding of Grey Towers and its 100 acres of grounds to the federal government by the Pinchot family. So were Interior Secretary Stewart Udall, scheduled to accompany Kennedy on the entire trip, and Agriculture Secretary Orville • Freeman, who planned to travel i along to Duluth, Minn., tonight for Kennedy’s speech at a "land i and people's” conference spon- ■ sored by the Agriculture Departi ment. r Between Milford and Duluth one - other stop was scheduled — at i Ashland, Wis., where Kennedy planned an airport speech in conjunction with a presidential heli1 copter flight over the nearby I Apostle Islands in Lake Superior. I Democratic senators from each ■ state involved were on the pas- . senger list for Kennedy’s “Air ■ Force One" jet transport: Joseph t S Clark, Pa.; Hubert Humphrey and Eugene McCarthy, Minn., and ■ Gaylord Nelson, Wis., who part ticularly wanted Kennedy to see tne possibilities of the Apostle Is- • lands as a federal park area. ■ In the next four days, Kenne- ■ dy's itinerary will take him to ■ North Dakota. Wyoming, Mon tuna, Washington state, Utah, ’ Oregon, California and Nevada.

American Field Service chapter. This was done and the organization was included in the Community Fund drive budget in 1960. Original Board The charter was originally administered by a board composed of M. J. Pryor, Roy Kalver. Dr. James M. Burk and Mrs. Wilbur Petrie. Kalver is the current president of the board, Petrie is vice president, Herb Banning is treasurer and Mrs. Vera Doty is secretary, the Community Fund customarily About half of the money which allots to AFS is used to cover some of the expenses of the ex- ' change student living in Decatur The local service has to assure the national branch of $650 traveling expenses, while the main office pays the rest. The remainder is used for the necessary Incidentals and for reversing r the procedure and sending a Decatur youngster to a foreign country for a summer. ?

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