50 Years Ago

Herald of Sept. 5, 1974

Williamsburg seems to be in the midst of a “Vegetable” crime wave, as gardens all over town are being robbed late at night when most folks are in bed.

The Pennsylvania State Grange is asking for prompt action on the legislation, now in the Senate, that would provide a tax break for Pennsylvania farmers.

Notice to men 18 years of age to register for Selective Service has been issued by Local Board No. 32, 615 Howard Ave., Altoona.

Keith Michael, 17-year-old puppeteer from Claysburg, has just returned home after attending the ‘74 Festival Nouvelle Orleans–annual convention of the Puppeteers of America, held this year in New Orleans, La.

The Morrison Cove High School Class of 1934 celebrated its 40th anniversary with a dinner party July 13 at the Sheraton Motor Inn, near Altoona.