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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1956

Page

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Grace Kelly Becomes Monaco Princess in Civil Ceremony

Grace Patricia Kelly, the 26 year old American actress, was formally registered as Grace Princess of Monaco at a civil ceremony in the Palace Throne Room. The religious rite will follow later, with Rainier III and 81 guests present, while the couple plans a Mediterranean honeymoon aboard the prince’s yacht.

Monte Carlo Monaco Grace Riviera Kelly Prince Rainier III Europe George Davis Philadelphia Hollywood Palace of Rainier Grimaldi Patricia Kelly Rainier, Prince of Mon Louis Henri Maxence Bertrand Srimaldi

Want a Tan Take a Pill Study in Arizona and Oregon

Researchers from the University of Arizona and University of Oregon study psoralen derived from fig and citrus to deepen skin pigmentation and speed tanning in sun-exposed volunteers. Earlier trials caused hospitalizations among eight prison volunteers, but Dr. Thomas B. Pulpatrick remains cautiously optimistic about recent results.

Thomas B. Pulpatrick University of Oregon

Eisenhower asks youth support for re election campaign

President Eisenhower vowed no surrender to pressure or bribes in his bid for a second term. He urged Republicans at a two day precampaign strategy meeting to enlist young voters and extend an inclusive appeal to independents and “sound thinking” Democrats. He said Democrats and Republicans share goals but differ in methods while praising loyalty to the United States. Vice President Nixon shared the limelight as party workers signaled support for him on the ticket.

Jack Bhat Washington Eisenhower GOP Eedt Ales United States Nixon

Cool Weather To Continue Across Much Of The Nation

The Weather Bureau predicts a cooler than normal 30 days in the eastern three fourths of the country with the greatest plunge in the Midwest. Above normal temperatures favored in the Pacific Northwest and nearby areas while precipitation should exceed normal in the north and middle Atlantic states, central Plains and central Mountain states. Subnormal rainfall expected along the West Coast and across the Rio Grande and upper Mississippi valleys.

Washington Weather Bureau Midwest Bureau Pacific Northwest Middle Atlantic Central Plains Rio Grande Mississippi Florida

Ohio breaks ground for aluminum plant at Buckhill Bottom

The ceremony occurred Tuesday as the company broke ground for a new aluminum plant at Buckhill Bottom amid snow sleet and near freezing temperatures. Executive Assistant Carter Dye predicted strong growth for the Ohio Future Center of World Industry during the event.

Ohio Buckhill Bottom Carter Dye

Plane crash at Mount Hope leaves security tight

Hamilton Ontario report details a large Globemaster crash at Mount Hope airport near the city. All 96 U S service personnel aboard were unharmed, though one woman remained aboard the grounded aircraft as authorities withheld passenger details. The plane, based at Castle Air Force Base, was en route from Lockbourne to Harmon Air Base in Newfoundland.

Hamilton Ont U. S Canadian Air Force Mount Hope Lackout Mount Hope Barracks Unlid Bates Ther Caste Air Force Base Lockhoopse Air Forest Base Ohio Harmon Air Base Newfoundland

Man Quizzed In Beating

Police hold Charles Ortman, 23, of Columbus, in the investigation of Mrs. Doloris L. Lanning's death. Ortman reportedly said he left the injured woman in a muddy north side alley where she was found nude and dying. Investigators later recovered the dead woman's ring and watch, and wedding bands from Mrs. Ortman.

Apt Harvey List Ortman

Six Wall Washers Seek Work in Sunday Want Ads

Mrs. Harry Elkins of 103 East received seven calls before canceling the ad. Six of the prospective workers are still looking for work, and the Want Ad Department at The Messenger invites inquiries.

Harry Elkins Ransome

Ike corn plan seen as political omen in 1956 elections

President Eisenhower vetoes the farm bill proposing a separate price support for corn in a designated commercial area. The plan targets Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Nebraska, Minnesota and Wisconsin, tying farm policy to the upcoming elections and aiming to lift market prices for the 1955 corn crop. Officials anticipate cooperation rates to set parity-related prices, with potential impacts on campaign politics as harvest nears November.

Ovid A. Martin Washington Congress Eisenhower Agriculture Department Iowa Illinois Indiana Ohio Michigan Nebraska Minnesota Wisconsin Benson Renu

Eisenhower Backed Kefauver Defeated In Jersey Primary

In New Jersey the Kefauver candidacy collapsed as Eisenhower secured broad support. Final returns show Eisenhower with 286,558 votes to Kefauver’s 99,397, with 1,681 write ins for Stevenson. Kefauver’s delegates were swamped by unpledged backers, ending a six day New Jersey campaign.

Eisenhower Kefauver Jersey Efauver Adlai Stevenson Fess Robert B. Kefauver New Jersey New Hampshire Minnesota Robert A. Taft

Juveniles Recaptured After Jail Escape in Dayton

Three youths aged 16 and 17 escaped Montgomery County Jail early today by breaking through reinforced areas with a pipe and broom handle. They were found hours later riding in an eight car reported stolen in Dayton and were to be returned to jail. Deputies described the escape as aided by a malfunctioning reinforced wall section.

Dayton Montgomery County

Baker Laments Council Discord in UN Session

Dr John C Baker president of Ohio University and U S member of the U N Economic and Social Council lamented the discord at the session as the Soviet Union objected to Nationalist China taking part. The United States reaffirmed support for the Nationalists seat while noting the ongoing discord.

ED Nasionb N. Y Union China U. S. Economic and Social Council United States John C. Baker Ohio University U. S

Georgia Bids To Maintain Segregation

Georgia parks are leased to private citizens to preserve segregation. Parks Director Roy Chalker said Tuesday plans include leasing two or three more parks for 12 months under new private park legislation that avoided bidding. Leases average about $2000 yearly, based on park earnings. most lessees are former superintendents. Negroes have not been admitted to the parks, and the policy aims to maintain segregation in the future.

Atlanta Georgia Roy Chalker Chalker

Postal Cops Nab Mailman

ICAGO postal inspectors seized a substitute mail carrier Alvin Timm 33 on charges of misappropriating nearly 400 pieces of mail. They found first class mail, newspapers and circulars in a motel room on the outskirts of Joliet and noted mail sacks sawed from his apartment two weeks earlier.

Icago — Wn Alvin Timm Timm Joilet

Mid East Cease Fire Hinted To Be Okayed

Report from Jerusalem says a tentative Arab Israeli ceasefire agreement gains favorable reaction from key parties. UN Secretary General Hammarskjold reportedly received consent from Egyptian and Israeli officials as discussions continue to support a broad armistice, amid Soviet moves toward a UN settlement and U S consultations in Washington.

Mid East Jerusalem Hammarskjold Egypt Sad Israel Middle East Soviet Union

Dissolution of Cominform Won’t Change Communist Aims

Pravda reports the Cominform dissolved to form new mutual ties among European Communist parties. The move, approved by central committees, aims to overcome workers’ party divisions and aligns with Kruschev’s vow to pursue power through parliamentary means without violence.

Moscow Pravda International Organization of Communist Parties Comr A. I. Mikoyan Workers Europe Yugoslavia Soviet Bloc Soviet Union Communist and Workers, Parties Cominform Central Committees Nikita S. Krushechev

Soviet Leaders Arrive in Britain for 10 Day Visit and Talks

Bulganin and Khrushchev arrive in England for a 10-day visit to discuss trade and international tensions. Large crowds line Victoria Station as Prime Minister Eden greets them amid tight security. Scotland Yard builds an unprecedented security screen to prevent incidents and ease relations between the Soviet Union and Britain.

Bulganin Khrushchev England Ner Britain Victoria Eden Kremlin Scotland Yard

Adlai Denies He Forecast Quick Victory

Adlai Stevenson denied a news report claiming he predicted a first ballot Democratic nomination. From Southern Pines he said such a quote was wholly inaccurate though a quick victory might be desirable. He declined to forecast New Jersey delegates but noted possible support from past backers. A separate Denver town high school board hearing began for pastor Jack W. Eberle, accused of paddling students and teaching the Bible in class, with 65 witnesses expected.

Southern Pines N.C Adlai Stevenson N. C Stevenson Iom New Jersey Meyner Mcconnellville Denvertown Accus Venson Jack W. Eberle Denver Eberle Life Begins Bible Church A. B Mercer Max L. Underwood

Jockey Wins $64,000 on The $64,000 Question

A freelance California jockey riding Great Art and Artists won the $64,000 prize on television’s The $64,000 Question in New York. Bill Pearson of Pasadena, the fourth winner, identified artists and subjects from six portraits and named a study partner for each artist. He had faced a potential $32,000 wing before going for the grand prize, saying the gamble could be worth it for tax reasons.

New York URA California Bill Pearson Pasadena Tueay Night Per Pearson

Democrats Get Chance To Air Reply to Eisenhower Veto Speech

Senate Majority Leader Lyndon Johnson will speak next Monday night on ABC and CBS networks to respond to Eisenhower’s veto of the farm bill. The offer of free time was extended by major radio and television networks for the Democratic reply.

Four Page Section Marks Legion Home Dedication in Athens

A special four page section published today accompanies the dedication of the American Legion's new Athens home. The sections span pages 16 through 19 and cover related events and details.

American Legion Athens

Dems concede defeat on overriding veto in farm bill vote

In Washington Democrats admitted they have little real chance to muster the two thirds to override President Eisenhower's veto of the farm bill. They planned a House vote as a political signal, while acknowledging defeat. Eisenhower defended his veto, saying politics did not enter the decision and calling the measure contradictory.

Dems Washington House Eistahower Eisenhower Senate Rayburn D-Tex

United States Joins Baghdad Pact Economic Committee

The United States was admitted to the Baghdad Pact's economic committee during a closed ministerial session, signaling a possible backdoor entry to the alliance while avoiding direct frictions with Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and other Arab states. The move shifts U S participation from sidelines to member status in economic talks.

Imran Iran U. S Gene United States Organization Egypt Saudi Arabia

Great Lakes Freighters Tied Up by Ice Slush

Ice and slush piled near the Soo Locks stalling traffic as 100 lakes freighters remained anchored. In the past 48 hours only one ship has passed through the locks, delaying shipments and clogging harbor activity.

Great Lakes Lce

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