Paul H. Meloy, 68, 53 W. Washington St., died Wednesday, apparent heart attack.
Born near Smithland on Feb. 3, 1895, s/o  William C.  and  Jessie L. Meloy.  1921 married  Mary Rogers , surviving.  Owned and operated Meloy’s Inc., photo equipment firm at 214 S. Harrison St.
Owner and operator of the Strand and former Alhambra Theatres, in theatre business for 35 years.  One of the founders and directors of Affiliated Theatre Owners of Indiana; owner and operator of Meloy’s Gift and Camera Shop with his late brother, Joe Meloy.  Another brother, Dr. Earl Meloy,  and a sister  Mrs. Edna Niemeyer preceded in death.
Former director and mgr Dorsey Realty Corp; with his late father and brothers held many farm interests.  Rotary Club, the Salvation Army Board and the Shelbyville City School Board.
World War I, France, occupation in Germany; Mexican Border War.  Member of American Legion Victory Post 70 since it was founded here.
Director of W. R. Meloy. Inc., and Photo Modes Corporation.  Member of the EagIes Lodge and the First Presbyterian Church and was a former church trustee.
Surviving with his widow are a son, William R. Meloy;  two grandchildren, Michael Paul and Candace Lee Meloy, two nieces and one nephew.