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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1955

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Talks Begin On Far East Tensions At Geneva

The United States and Red China opened private Geneva talks on easing Far East tensions with focus on freeing about 40 American civilians detained by Beijing. Officials Johnson and Wang expressed cautious optimism on a possible near settlement of civilian repatriations as a step toward broader negotiations. They signaled potential later meetings between top diplomats if progress continues, while noting differences in opinion on third party involvement.

Geneva United States Red China Today Far East Peiping U. Alexis John Johnson Wang C ‘Vilians State Department U.S Reds Sofia Washington Red China Atte Rade Dulles Ted Ghana Eni Ur8

Ike Rejoices In Freeing 11 American Airmen

President Eisenhower announced the release of 11 American airmen held in Communist China since 1953. The White House issued the statement within an hour of the news, and the administration pledged every effort to reunite the families and assist in UN humanitarian claims. Dag Hammarskjold aided efforts, and Dulles noted direct Peiping word before public broadcast. Other Americans in China remain detained, and lawmakers welcomed the development while cautioning about broader negotiations at Geneva.

Washington Eisenhower Chile White House James C. Hagedy Peiping Jomin Eisenhower Hall China United States United Nations United Nations Command U.N Dag Hamnarskjold Hagerty Cvilane Dulles United Star United Hat Sieneva Amamadoriapresentatives United House Republican Martin Mass Capehart Ind Geneva George D-Ga Senate Foreign Relations Committee

Salk Serum Allocation Starts for Child Immunization

Public health agencies will begin receiving Salk vaccine this month to immunize children ages five to nine. The Public Health Service allocated 46 000 shots with more to follow as vaccine is manufactured and cleared. State governors designate officials to oversee distribution, while medical societies urge physicians to limit vaccinations to eligible children in priority groups.

The Public Health Service National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis

Gaming King Tony Cornero Drops Dead in Las Vegas

Anthony Cornero known as Tony Cornero a prewar gambling ship figure died of a heart attack Sunday while gambling at the Desert Inn in Las Vegas. He reportedly collapsed after a dispute at the craps table leaving a witness to say he had lost about ten thousand dollars in the fire game.

Vegas Nev Anthony Cornero Stralia Dent Tony’ Cornero Bud Bode Ian Dice Steal Las Vegas Stardust

Forest Fire Battle Rages in Ontario Far North

A fierce forest fire battle continued in Ontario's far north where eight fires were uncontrolled in the worst area, burning over 43,000 acres as part of 114 fires province wide, with 17 out of control. Officials say flames have scorched more than 200,000 acres in the past two months.

Peer Pe Genie Ontario

Want Ad to Sell Anything Fast for Cash

Classified notice urges selling clubs and other items quickly through a low cost Want Ad. An ad-taker will assist in preparing the advertisement by phone, promising cash and fast results.

Stassen Plans New Disarmament Plan At UN

The New York Times reports Har D. Stassen, Eisenhower's disarmament aide, drafted a plan to cut non‑atomic forces and ban nuclear weapons. He seeks NSC approval, over Pentagon objections, and proposes an early warning system with inspectors at major ports and airfields.

New York Tims Hard E. Stassen Eisenhower Stassen

Lausche calls conference on Ohio truck tax

Frank J. Lausche declared a conference with Ohio reciprocity boards and the tax appeals board to tackle truck tax problems. The meeting at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow aims to resolve issues raised by a recent state court ruling that Michigan truckers were exempt from Ohio’s 1953 tax under a 1937 reciprocity pact, prompting refunds of collected taxes.

Frank J. Lausche Ohio State Board of Tax Appeals

Rev Paul L OConnor Named Xavier President

A former Navy chaplain, Rev Paul L O Connor is announced as the new president of Xavier University, Ohio’s oldest Roman Catholic university. Jesuit fathers gathered for the announcement, signaling his leadership at the head of the institution.

Ancinnati Navy Xavier University Ohio Father O'Connor

Congress Quarreling Delays Key Housing Bill Action

Disputes over the housing measure stall progress as House and Senate leaders fail to reach agreement on three major bills. Conference talks wrap after late sessions with no clear plan, while lawmakers fear a lengthy finish to the current session.

Socopiretions Ak Comterees Setae

Thirty Killed In Morocco Amid clashes and raids

French forces and Moroccan police clashed with nationalists during Aid el Fitr celebrations leaving seven dead and many wounded in Marrakech Moulay Seriss and Algeria. French officials claim heavy rebel losses in surrounding operations including a convoy ambush with 25 Legionnaires and 70 to 80 rebels killed. A separate note from Yucaipa reports a hen finally laying after 30 days.

Morocco Sun Tay Marrakech Moulay Sériss Algeria le Fonnaires Nemencha Conte O Reteis Foreign Legion Wey

Wife Killed as Husband Flees in Hit-and-Run Incident

Cincinnati police say Lee Murphy W0 drove away after striking his wife Willoughby Murphy39 a mother of 12 at a gas theft scene near a concrete plant. Investigators report Murphy, who surrendered 10 hours later, claimed drunken frenzy and memory loss amid a fatal hit-and-run that occurred when Raudebush fired at the fleeing vehicle and the car struck the woman.

Cincinnati Lee Murphy Carl G. Meyer Murphy Willoughby Meyer Saa Srs Harrison Frank Con Raudebush

Spearfisher Tugged by Shark for Two Miles in Atlantic

James Jones, 24, spearfished near Fort Lauderdale when a shark grasped his spear and dragged him two miles out to sea. He held a 10 foot line as the 15 foot deep tow continued for two hours before he freed himself and returned to shore. He said the shark made no attack and he retrieved his speargun after the ordeal.

Fort Lavverwalz PLA James Jones Jones

Three Volcanoes Erupt in Chile

Three volcanoes roared to life in southern Chile as Mt Choshtenco joined Nilabue and Tinihu e in spewing ashes and poisonous gases. Army patrols evacuated frightened residents while rescue teams searched forests along the Ilanue River for asphyxiated or injured people amid rising ash clouds and rock falls.

Jaldia Cle Chiles Santiago Mt. Choshtenco Nilabue Tinihue Ilanue

Israeli diplomat denies claims of downed airliner

Israeli diplomat Ben Sacov dismissed reports that jets shot down the four engine airliner in Bulgaria near the Greek border. Bulgaria had earlier admitted anti-aircraft gunners downed the Constellation, killing 58 people including 12 Americans, on the same day.

Bulgaria Ben Sacov

Bridges Sees Balanced Budget Key to GOP Victory

Washington reports Senator Bridges of New Hampshire argues Republicans win in 1966 by presenting a balanced budget rather than pursuing tax cuts. Senator Byrd comments that tax reductions would undermine budget balance, while Democrats prepare to push income tax relief early next year amid ongoing budget balancing efforts.

Bridges Washington Senate Byrd Dsvu Aean Senate Finance Committee Adlai E. Stevens Eisenhower Congress

Morse Calls for GOP Leaders to Let Ike Decide Talbott Fate

Senator Morse and Representative Martin advocate leaving Talbotts matter to President Eisenhower while Morse suggests Senate investigation could test Talbots record. Public sources dispute Talbots resignation and Morse says political considerations have not influenced the issue, with White House input seen as decisive.

Washington Reputican Martin Warelder Folustes Creman House Eisenhower Moree D-Ore Han Senate Tallott Pentagon G. Mulligan& Co New York Talbott Morse White House

Legion Ends Meet as All Get in Step

The American Legion ended its 37th annual state convention in Columbus with a two hour parade and a business session. Elected president of the State Legion was A. Lanile and an immigration report from national headquarters was adopted.

Legion Columbus American Legion Lanile Irs Attoem Arm Nntang Mowen Teschutons National Legion SNES Unesco

Gallian Dies Oil Leader in Gallia County

Oil industry figure M. Clark Gallian, a native of Gallia County, died yesterday. Born near Providence Church in southern Gallia, he leaves a daughter Mrs Julian C. Gon tales of Greenwich Conn and several Gallia County residents as survivors including Mrs John Berridge of Lower Hiver Road and Mrs Hughes of Mercer.

Plane Crash Kills Actor Rupert Jancia and Others

A private plane crash Sunday night killed three people including actor Rupert Jancia, 23, known for The Caine Mutiny role En Willie Keith. The craft carried Franine and George Meyer, 38, a business partner of Joe Kirkwood. Franine was found strapped in the apartment.

Wena Co Franiene Inclaaing Rupert Jancia Ens Willie Keith Otficers

Spy Counts Held Airmen Two Years

In Tokyo AP dispatch Red China announced it was releasing 11 US airmen held since espionage charges. The broadcast named Capt Manila Be Fincher Jr and 10 others with sentences ranging from 4 to 10 years. They were accused of aiding U S intelligence in Manchuria during the Korean War era.

Tokyo Red China United States United China Hom Ron Tata Tata Manila Be Fincher, Jr Swen City Low Hong ‘Kong John Knox “Arnold Silver Spring Baumer Lewisburg Fagene John Vandi Clay Ton Elmer 'S Steven Kiba Jane Akron Ohio Harry M- Benjamin, Jr Alte Yan Tdeam Worthington Inn Jenna ‘W. Toompmen Caine Manchuria Secret Int Service

Soviet Troops Ordered To Exit Austria By Oct 1

Marshal Zhukov announced a Soviet plan to pull out enough troops to cut Russia’s armed forces by the number evacuated from Austria. The order comes four days after the Austrian Independence Treaty sets a 90 day deadline for all four occupiers US Britain France and Russia to reduce forces. May 15 treaty signing time frame referenced.

Marshal Zhukov Eisenhower Russia Austria United States Britain France

Walter C Willoughby Identified in Creek Death at Main Street Bridge

County authorities said today the body found at the Paine Creek near the Main Street Bridge yesterday has been identified as Walter C Willoughby, 43. The death is under investigation by local authorities.

Craubyrin Main Street Walter C Willoughby

Boy Surprises With Horse Tales From City Farmer

A New York City youth recalls a farmer’s tale about horses and wagons. He believes horses come with wagons and wonders what animals he was told about. The boy sorts through memories of a lesson about horses and travel.

New York City Farmer Bose

Traffic Toll 13 In Weekend Prose Toasted Race Losses

A garbled weekend report notes multiple fatalities and injuries from stock car racing incidents near Somerville and Co-Glouster. Logan Jumbus, a 25 year old driver, perished in a blaze at Columban Speedway. Investigations underway as authorities review crashes at Pleasant Middleport and Chauncey crossings.

Winreecal Waren Hind Winera Tamany Athens Chauncey Somervile Logan Jumbus Columban Neowin Speedway Pleasant Middleport

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