Speedway Flyer, Volume 39, Number 40, Indianapolis, Marion County, 30 December 1971 — Page 1
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Lions Club Hosts Party At Central State Hospital
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Kathy Tomlinson, Carol Wacker and Debbie Witherbee are shown leading the patients and the Lions in gronp singing on December 19,1971 at Centra] State Hospital.
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Mr. Carl Wacker is shown with Santa’s helper, Ray Dault at die Central State Hospital party on December 19,1971.
The Speedway Lions Chib hosted a Christinas Party for 180 patients at Central State Hospftal on Sunday, December 10, 1071. This has been an annual event with the chib and the following Lions and their wives were in attendance: Lee and Bernice Norman, Karl and Polly Wacker, Carl and Edyth BeHwrf, Glen and Dorothy Collins, Ray and Joyce Dault, Donah! and Florence Hood, Bud Jones, Omar Alberta Lambert, Harold and Thelma Rutledge,
Bert Huggins Rites Held
Bert Higgins, 52, a retired Air Force major, died Saturday, December 18, in his home at 528 Ashford Drive. He tad been to the Air Force more than 20 years and the past five years he was associated withthe Kansas City Ute Insurance ComMr. Huggins was a member of the Chapel Hill Lions Chfo,
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Bin and Louise Sipe, and Clarence and Violet Woodward. Paul Clark, President, told how rewarding it is to share in the joy of giving in the Christmas season. Ray Dault, jolly Santa for the occasion, handed gifts to all patients and following opening of the gifts, refreshments were served. Patients and the Lions enjoyed group singing led by Carol Wacker, Kathy Tomlin-
Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Reserve Officer Association. He is survived by the wid>nv, Mrs. Gladys Higgins; two dajghters, Jacqueline Hegins, Mrs. Carol Irwin, and a son, Bart Higgins DL Burial was in Garnett, Kansas.
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son, Debbie Witherbee and Judy Miskowisc. Two Injured In Accident
A two-car accident injured two men at 1:25 a.m., December 26 at 2600 Georgetown Road, one of these men being Speedway Policeman Dennis R. Pitcher. Police said Donald P. Dalton, 22,2605 Georgetown Road, was backing from a driveway when his auto collided with a car driven by Pitcher, 28, 9 Digby Court, who was northbound on Georgetown Road in his private vehicle. Pitcher suffered lacerations and cortu sions and Dalton suffered a broken left wrist. Both cars involved in the accident were a total loss.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30,1971
Town Board Of Trustees Holds Last 1971 Meeting
The Speedway Town Board of Trustees held the last meeting for 1971 on Monday, December 27. The Board unanimously approved these appointments for 1972: Ed Sowell, Fire Chief; Lou Jackson, Street Commissioner; Max Williams, Water Works Superintendent; and Charles Bowling, Sewage Works Superintendent. At the end of each year, all uncollectable debts due the Water Works are written off and the Board approved unanimously the write-off of $72.06 for
First Bank And Trust Travel Department Moves
First Bank and Trust recently announced that as of November 1, 1971, the First Bank and Trust Travel Department is located at the 1190 Main Street Office, Speedway. The department was formerly located on the second floor of the Main Office at 5300 Crawfordsville Road. The new quarters on the ground flox- mike it more accessible to customers and in-
Recycle Date Changed
Mrs. Pat Baldwin, member of the Project Recycle committee, announces that due to the holiday on January 1, 1972, that pick-up will be made on January Bth and January 22nd. Pick-up dates for February will remain the same, the first
Olbina, Broome Promoted
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Milan C. Olbina Milan C. Olbina has been appointed manager of public relations for Detroit Diesel Allison Division of General Motors in Indianapolis. The promotion, effective January 1, was announced by James V. Lecocq, public relations director for the division’s combined Indianapolis and Detroit Operations. It was also announced that Rex D. Broome has been promoted to news relations manager at the Indianapolis Operations, succeeding Olbina. Olbina, who joined the former Allison Division in 1957 as news bureau supervisor, held editorial and reporting positions with several midwestern newspapers, including the Indianapolis Star and the Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette. He Ims been manager of news relations since 1964. Olbina atwas graduated from the University of Missouri where he earned a bachelor’s degree in
1971. These uncollectable debts usually involve rental property. As stated earlier this month, the water rate increase will go into effect January 1. The Board stated that after the increase, Speedway Water Rates will still be considerably lower than Indianannlis Water Rates. A letter will be sent to each user starting with the February baling, which will explain any questions you may have about this increase. Ordinance #471 concerns the
crease floor space for future expansion. The First Bank and Trust Travel Department has been in operation for 8 years, providing complete planning for all kinds of travel - - business trips, extended vacations, special flights and cruises. The service is offered free to First Bank and Trust customers and may be obtained t>y calling the Travel Department at 241-2361.
and third Saturdays of the month, the dates being February sth and February 12th. The wagons south of the Fire Station will accept your glass, cans and scrap metal from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, however.
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Rex D. Broome journalism in 1950. Broome, who joined the division’s public relations staff mid-1971, was also a newsman with Indiana and Ohio papers. A 1954 Indiana University journalism graduate, he worked with Chrysler Corporation, Indiana Bell Telephone and was vice president withthe Howard S. Wilcox public relations firm in Indianapolis before joining GM. Broome has been active in Sigma Delta Chi, national professional journalism society; Public Relations Society of America; Indiana Business Communicators; and the Indianapolis Press Chib. GM consolidated its Detroit Diesel Engine Division, largest heavy-duty transmission manufacturer, to form the single Detroit Diesel Allison Division in September, 1970. Indianapolis Operations also is a major producer of gas turbine aircraft and industrial engines.
transfer of appropriated funds and the Board of Trustees unanimously approved the transfer of unused hinds, totaling
Ben Davis Band Going To Pasadena
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The Ben Davis High School band is shown practicing cadence before taking off for Call* fornia and the Tournament of Roses Parade on January 1. California is occasionally rainy but we hope the band has better weather for toe big day than they had for practice on Monday.
The Ben Davis High School Band, with 226 members, left Weir Cook Airport at 10:00 A J 4., December 28 andarrived in California*at 11:00 A.M., Pacific Time. 32 officials and 55 otter guests accompanied the hand. Yesterday, the 29th, the band marched in Disneyland and later spent free time touring the amusement park. Today, the band will tape a special NBC Band Coldest with nine high school band participating in the Rose Bowl Parade. This contest will be aired just before the parade starts on January Ist, so check your TV schedule for airtime. Tomorrow, December 31, the students will enjoy a New Year’s Eve party at their hotel.
Merchants To Honor Ist Baby
Gifts for the first baby of 1972 will be many, thanks to the generosity of many merchants in the Speedway and Chapel Hill areas. An entry form is on the “BABY CONTEST” page of this issue for the convenience of new parents, or you may pick up an entry blank at the Speedway Flyer-Journal office, 1500 Main Street, Speedway. To be eligible for the 1972 New Baby Contest, Matters to-be must live within ttese boundaries: North boundary, 38th; West boundary, Country Chib Road; South boundary, Rockville Road and East boundary, Buhnuvl and Lafayette Rd.
$5,000.00, from various categories to a General Fund. This General Fund will bo usodftr office ovnipnoNit.
after touring Marine Land and Universal Studios. On January 1, the band will perform in the 5-1/2 mile long Rose Bowl parade. This will be the second time a Bon Davis Bond has appeared in this parade and the first time an out-of-state band has been invited back. It is also the only Indiana High School band to march in the Tournament of Roses Parade. The band will arrive back in Indianapolis at approximately 10:00 P.M., Sunday, January 2. The band is under the direction of Hal Meurer, Ray Cox and Don Dudine. Most of the band members have earned all or a large part
AU entries must be received by midnight, Friday, January?, 1972. The following merchants and prises to be awarded are: B & M TV, RCA & Whirlpool Appliances, 10th and Lynhurst Drive - a transistor radio. The Trend House, 1453 Mam Sic tit - $5.00 gift certificate. Ray C.Wishmoier Dry Cleaner, 1340 Maia Street - Mother’s dress and Father’s suit dry cleaned free. Mary’s Beauty Salon, 5320 West 16th Street - Free shampoo and hair set. Oten Mills Studio, 4563 West 16th Street “500 Shopping Center” - Free portrait of Mother
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Swearing-m ceremonies for the new Board of Trustees will be January 1. at noon in the Town Hall.
of their fare but feel that it is all worth while. Downin Rites Held Mrs. Effie A. Domnin, 3305 Bluebell Lane, passed away on December 26 and services were held at Conkle Funeral Hom?, Speedway at 11:30 aan. on December 29, 1971. Bu 'ial was in Floral Park Cemetery. Mrs. Domnin is survived by dauglters: Opal E. Prints, New Palestine, Indiana; Naomi M. Portwood, Indianapolis; and Marjorie M. McClelland. 2711 Crystal Drive, Indianapolis, and sons, Warren V. Downin, Indianapolis and Paul C. Downin, Columbus, Indiana.
and baby. Becks Drug Store, 16th and Lynhurst - Case of prescribed baby formula. Martin’s Shoes, Speedway Shopping Certer - A pair of infants shoes. Grande Flower Shop, 3611 West 16th Street - SIO.OO merchandise gift certificate. Speedway Dairy Queen, 4960 West 10th St. - $5.00 food certificate for Dairy Queen. Jo. Land Childrens Wear, 7431 West 10th - SIO.OO merctandise gift certificate. First Bank & Trust Company, 5300 Crawfordsville Road, - SIO.OO Savings Account in the baby’s name.