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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1955

Page

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Neutral talk on Formosa talks taps neutral Chinese roles

Senator George urged that a neutral nation might represent the Chinese Nationalists at future talks on Formosa. He said Chiang Kai shek could be represented by a neutral, and Eisenhower warned against talking behind Chiang’s back. Knowland warned the administration may seek direct talks with the Chinese Communists. Both sides insist Reds and Chiang will not negotiate with each other.

Washington George D-Ga Formosa Chiang ‘Kalcthek Chiang Tha Chou En-lai Formosa Strait Eisenhower Chou Knowland R-Calif Senate Gop Senate McCarthy R-Wi Reds

Eden Ready For Big Four Pact First

Prime Minister Eden said he will attend a Big Four summit as soon as West Germany rearmament treaties are ratified. He noted progress on related matters and underlined readiness to participate in meetings with Soviet Premier Bulanin, with final ratification expected by May 5 and a May 2 Big Four ambassadors’ meeting in Vienna to settle treaty questions.

Lunvun Eden West Germany Nikolai Bulunin Bien House of Men Fevgien Progres Everest Netherlands Vienna

McCarthy Charges Ike Quit Gi s at Hamilton County meeting

Senator Joseph R. McCarthy of Wisconsin declared last night that President Eisenhower has abandoned U S servicemen to the enemy. He said a Senate committee asked the State Department and armed services about freeing 481 Americans held in Communist China and received no response. He urged attendees to contact their senators and representatives for action.

U.S Joseph R. McCarthy Wisconsin Eisenhower Senator McCarthy Hamilton County Senate State Department The Armed Services Colnist China United States U. S Robert A. Taft Ohio McCarthy

Eisenhower nominates Conant ambassador to West Germany

President Eisenhower nominates James C. Conant to be ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany. Conant, ex Harvard president, has served as U S high commissioner to West Germany since February 7 1953 and took the ambassadorial rank on June 17 1953. The White House notes the full ambassadorship follows sovereignty restoration under ratified treaties awaiting British and French ratification by May 5.

Washington Eisenhower James C. Conant Federal Republic of Germany I ‘Conant Harvard University U. S West Germany White House Britain France The United

Mrs Bode Receives Ohio Mother of the Year Scroll

Mrs. Bode, 66, former teacher and poet, was named Ohio Mother of the Year by the American Mothers Committee on April 4. She accepted the scroll from Governor Lausche in Knoxville before more than 400 residents, as a mother of six.

Oro

Eisenhower Zhukov test goodwill over detained Americans

President Eisenhower pressed Soviet Marshal Zhukov to seek freedom for Americans held in Red China. He lettered the request after receiving a note from Colonel Lysikov seeking to return home, highlighting the humanitarian angle and the broader U.S.-Soviet tension over prisoners and diplomacy.

Rene Doy East ‘Berlin West Berlin Valery A. Lysikov U. S. Tin Zhukov Lysikov Zuukov Red China

Jelke Sentenced to Prison for Prostitution Inducement

New York report says 25 year old Jelke received a two to three year sentence after a plea for leniency. He was convicted in a second trial of inducing Pat Ward to live a life of prostitution and attempting to do the same with Marguerite Cordova. The first conviction was overturned due to exclusion of testimony.

New York Uckey |Jelke Cis Elke Pat Ward Marguette Cordova Jelke

Bomb Explodes Killing Policeman at Student Headquarters

A bomb discovered at the student organization’s headquarters linked to President Tuan D. Peron supporters exploded while being examined by disposal authorities, killing a policeman yesterday.

Avenos Auus Tuan D. Peron

Drive Out Those Dust Catchers In Messenger Ads

Housecleaning urges readers to sell dusty items through the Messenger Classified Ads. Readers are invited to place want ads, advertised as a quick way to clear clutter and reach eager buyers.

Winds Delay Third Atomic Test Run Again

Unfavorable winds halt plans for the 40 kiloton atomic test as desert conditions force a third postponement during Operation Cue. Army officials recounting drills at Camp Desert Rock describe commander paring first hand input and the UN plans to provide technical assistance for 1958.

Egypt Israel ST. Louis Eleanor Roosevelt United States Britain United Nations Nev Volun Tokyo Uy — Atlayton Ohio Desert Rock Georgia Francis G. Gunn Augusta Earle E Partridge Far East Partridge N.Y Niet Henry Cabotmander He Lodge, Jr Slenemy

Partridge Named Commander for Continental Air Defense

Partridge assumes the post of commander overseeing continental air defense with decades of Air Force service. He brings combat experience from Korea and the Far East, plus development and administration roles in air defense, research, and weapons mobility. He has flown jets including the B47 Stratojet and served at West Point, Patterson Field, and England bases.

United States Partridge Far East Air Forces Mander Air Force West Point Atrien England Kina Air Research and Develop Air Forcs

Ohio Senate approves GI bonus proposal for Korean War

The Ohio Senate passed an 80 million dollar plan to grant a state bonus to armed forces members during the Korean War with a unanimous 30 to 0 vote. The measure requires three fifths of the House to concur and voter approval next November. Eligible survivors are estimated around Jer 286,000 with monthly benefits of 10 dollars for domestic and 15 dollars for overseas service. Two Republicans Senators Tyrrell of Preble and Fess of Greene sponsored the proposal.

Senate House

Officials Report Confidence In Salk Polio Vaccine Use

Public health authorities reaffirm confidence in the Salk polio vaccine while investigating possible faulty Cutter batch contamination. Eight children fell ill and four suspected cases are noted, with cases concentrated in California Idaho and Chicago.

Amendment Hopes Dim in Bricker Eisenhower Treaty Debate

Senator George of Georgia, chair of the Foreign Relations Committee, said doubts remain that Senator Bricker and the Eisenhower administration can reach a constitutional amendment to limit treaty power this year. Bricker voiced cautious optimism but warned no agreement exists, while Kefauver urged delaying subcommittee hearings until administration positions are clear.

Washington George D-Ga Bricker Ohio Eisenhower Senate Senate Foreign ” Relations Committee Atty Brownell Dulles Brickler Kefauver D-Tenn United States

State's Reply To Be Brief In Sheppard Case

Cleveland report says the state's reply to Dr Samuel H Sheppard's bid for a new trial will be very brief next Wednesday. Assistant county prosecutor Saul S Danaceau said there are no new facts to challenge and affidavits from Dr Paul Kirk are considered opinion. He criticized the defense's use of Cink testimony as fantasies and described it as less vigorous than the coroner's view.

Cleveland Samuel H Sheppard Paul Kirk Saul S. Danaceau Samuel T Lgerber

Ohio Polio Vaccine Use and Cutter Distribution Review

Ohio health director said there was no indication the Cutter vaccine caused polio. Six U S children in Far Western states contracted polio after using Cutter produced vaccine while Ohio reported limited use in Dayton and Mansfield. Health officials noted shipments went to California Arizona and other states but grain of truth remains uncertain.

Columbus Ralph Ohio Cutter California Arizona Mexico Idaho Nevada Hue Eli Lilly Co Wyeth, Inc Philadel Dwork Mansfield Fern Dr. Dwork Dayton

Italian parliamentary vote opens with Reds lead but fails to reach two thirds

In Rome the opening ballot for president shows Ferruccio Parri leading among 15 candidates with 208 votes but short of the two thirds needed. Ce sare Merzagora is second, Mario Scelba third with 130, and many ballots are blank as monarchist and neo fascist electors abstain. The second ballot is scheduled this afternoon.

ROME Center Ferruccio Parri Reds Cesare Merzagora Mario Scerba Montecitorio Palace Chamberge Deputien’ Ating Ae Theorix Parr Mersagora He Sas

Student Housing Bills Move to Senate in State Colleges

Columbus reports the legislature sent to the Senate two bills on student housing for six state universities. One would permit the construction of dormitories on state owned campuses for married students rather than single students.

Columbus Senate

Rebels Clash as Diem Forces Fight for Saigon Control

Rebels and Diem troops battle for Saigon and Cholon control as Diem declares all out war aided by French fears of civil war. Initial fighting favored Diem with heavy casualties reported including around 120 dead and 90 wounded amid bombardments and rapid troop movements.

Pateas Viernes Troupe Fe Saigon Cholon Sin Wollen C ‘Tllan Th Inh Xuyen Holon

Mother admits error in teaching son to smoke as stunt

Mrs Welton says she taught Gene, now 3, to smoke for a stunt to show cigars were harmless. The family doctor allegedly advised that smoking would not hurt the boy, though the claim conflicts with common parenting standards.

Sethalto Welton Gene

Police Study Autopsy Slayings in Clarksburg

Police planned autopsies today to identify the killer of two women found shot to death in the Laughlin family home in Clarksburg. Victims include Mrs Frances Laughlin and Mrs Joan Bland, connected to a prominent dentist. A maid employed by the family was also mentioned.

W. Va Clarksburg Amily Francesaughlin Dr.airs Joan Bland di Vorwee Laughlin

National Council of Churches backs direct talks with China

The National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA endorses the administration plan for direct negotiations with Communist China to seek a cease fire in the Formosa Strait. The council, representing 30 Protestant and Orthodox communions and 35.4 million members, said President Eisenhower’s message supports direct talks without sacrificing core peaceful principles.

New York Venerel Board National Council of Churches of Christ In the USA China Formosa Strait Eisenhower Dulles

Burley Tobacco Growers Told to Cut Acreage

Washington farmers who grow burley tobacco are urged to reduce their acreage by about 25 percent in return for price supports. A price floor of 483 guaranteed cents per pound is in place unless two-thirds reduction limits are removed.

Washington

Nixon Proposes State University Exchange Program

President Nixon endorses a 1961 plan for a state university exchange of persons with temporary living arrangements. The proposal aims to support war veterans and coordinate with participating colleges, selecting a workable model to operate nationwide.

News Index Athens Chauncey Washington Gallipo Nixon Rome Univer Exchange-Of Abe Pomeroy-Middleport

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