Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

We found your results!

Page 1

Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1956

Page

1

Britain Ready To Use Force In Suez Zone

An authoritative British source says Britain is ready to use force if needed over Egypt's Suez Canal nationalization. He notes no immediate U.S. military join in and urges U.S. political support if action occurs. Dulles and Eden discussed the crisis amid Allied talks seeking an international body to control the canal while avoiding a shooting war.

London United States France U. S Dulles Eden Selwyn Lloyd Christian Pineau Washington Eiseenhower Gamal Abdel Nasser Egypt Suez Canal Co

Kefauver Withdraws Boosts Stevenson For Nomination

Senator Estes Kefauver pulled out of the Democratic presidential race signaling unity with Adlai E Stevenson and urging backing for Stevenson. Governor Averell Harriman remained confident as Kefauver ruled out pursuing the vice presidency but did not close the door to it.

Washington Estes Kefauver Adlai E. Stevenson Averell Harriman New York Kefauver Stevenson Stevenson Stevenson Chi

Strike Delays Do Not Alarm Steel Leaders

Monterey Calif. Strike delays do not alarm steel leaders though some unsolved issues may become a major block. The strike idled more than 85 percent of U.S. steel mills as authorities search for missing Army Captain James T Seilley of Company K 10th Infantry. Fort Ord, Calif. Finnegan said delay needed to get terms written into contract language. The Army reported soldiers have not been paid.

Monterey Calif Fort Fury PBI United Army Joseph F. Finnegan Federal Mediation Service Washington James T Seilley Time Ismanding Company K Fort Ord

Wanted Man Neumann Captured After Short Chase

Lawrence Neumann, 28, sought in a shotgun slaying of three people, was captured without a struggle in an alley on Chicago near West Side. Police say two detectives had exchanged shots with a man believed to be Neumann, triggering a three mile square manhunt by about 200 officers before a resident found him crouching on her back porch. He lunged at her as she opened the door but collapsed and was seized when police arrived after her alert.

Shicago Lawrence Newmann Chicago West Side Neumann Pat Ward

Federal Court Convicts Five Communist Leaders

In New York six top Communist leaders were found guilty after a three month federal trial on charges of conspiracy to teach and advocate overthrow of the U S government by force and violence. The defendants announced they will appeal. The weather outlook calls for a warm spell with high around 87 and showers on Friday and Saturday followed by a cooler period. Rainfall is expected to be about half an inch.

New York U. S

Soil Bank Payments In Ohio Top Four Million Dollars

Ohio farmers have signed soil bank acreage reserve agreements totaling more than four million dollars, with tenant farmers allowed to sign until August 31 and final figures due September 1. Average per farm is about 492 dollars, led by corn, then wheat and tobacco, with county reports showing varied signups across Ohio.

Columbus Ohio Wallace Barr Ohio State Univer Barr Ohio Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee U. S. Department of Agriculture Athens Fairfield Mocking Lawrence Meigs Morgan Muskingum Perry Washington

O'Neill Campaign Draws Record Wellston Tent Crowd

GOP gubernatorial hopeful C William O Neill spoke to a large crowd at the ninth of ten tent meetings in Wellston at Jackson County Fair grounds calling the southeastern Ohio event the biggest yet. He outlined a five point program highways education welfare conservation and administration and urged a dedicated team to November and beyond to push for a climate of efficient government.

Wellston C. William O'Neill O'Neill Jackson County Fairgrounds 10Th Ent Napoleon McConnelsville Marietta Ohio Rmore Logan Ohio Valley Hhe Gwynne B. Myer Columbus

Burmese Urges China to Withdraw Red Troops

Rangoon reports press claim that Communist China has occupied about 1000 square miles of Burmese territory with Red troops. No new advances reported. clashes and casualties possible as Chinese units pushed 60 miles into Burma at multiple points. Government spokesman says Burma is seriously concerned and has informed Peiping. Chinese patrols have previously crossed into Burma and withdrawn after protests.

Rangoon Burma China Peiping

Lausche mum over Estes Kefauver withdrawal impact

Ohio Governor Lausche, a Democratic presidential hopeful, stayed silent on how Senator Kefauver’s exit might affect his convention plans. His aide said the Kefauver move does not change Lausche’s strategy, as he heads to the convention with 54 of Ohio’s 88 pledged votes. One unpledged delegate, William R. Thom, indicated support for Stevenson and hoped Kefauver would be Stevenson’s running mate.

Columbus Lausche Ohi Estes Kefaur Lof Kefauver Ray White Ohio William R. Thom Cant<ton Stevenson

Sell Household Items in the Messenger Classifieds

In the Good Old Summertime the Messenger invites readers to clear space by selling unwanted articles. Advertisers are urged to place a classified ad to move items for spot cash.

Ads go into nearly 19,000 homes daily

Messenger Want Ads invite readers to inquire about four day and weekly rates, highlighting broad daily reach of nearly 19,000 homes.

Messenger

Long Suffers Humiliation in Louisiana Democratic Primary

Two Louisiana congressmen defeated Long backed rivals in tight Democratic primary races. Rep. T. A. Thompson toppled three Long-backed candidates in the 77th District. Rep. Otto Passman won against two Long-supported opponents in District 5. Victory was treated as decisive renomination in Tuesday balloting. Long did not comment. Other incumbents won in two-way contests. Russell Long was unopposed.

Louisiana Earl Long T. A. Thompson Otto Passman Sth Long

Algeria proposal for South Atlantic defense pact note

Algeria proposes a South Atlantic defense pact to preserve the security of the American Continent as part of Continent Defense efforts in Buenos Aires.

Buenos Aires Algerina

No Meanness In Slappings McKeon Says No Meanness In Slappings

Parris Island report shows Marine Sgt Matthew C McKeon questioned on morale discipline and slaps amid a general court martial for platoon 71 march into a marsh. Testimony reveals he admitted a harsh training stance but denied malice with the slaps. Ohio event notes discuss atomic future policy and Lausche address on industry growth.

Parris Island S. C—R Matthew C. McKeon McKeon Columbus Ohio Charles B. Sevier Emersonville Ill Navy Tive Worcester Mass Frank J. Lausche Deshler-Hilton Towis IL Strauss Atomic Energy Commission Lausche Businss

Eisenhower backs Nixon as running mate amid Suez focus

President Eisenhower reaffirmed his strong support for Vice President Nixon as a possible running mate and declined to name alternatives. He said Nixon is perfectly acceptable and rejected foreclosing convention action while acknowledging debate over Herter and Stassen. He also emphasized care in handling the Suez crisis and international control discussions for the canal.

Washington Eisenhower Nixon Republican Convention Pres Eissenhower Stassen Herter Egypt U. S

Middleport Police Chief Ties Lie Test to Barrett Death

57 year old Chief Russell Bailey of Middleport said inquiry into Henry Barrett Jr death continues after his body was found in a gasoline barge. A lie detector test at the State Bureau of Criminal Investigation produced erratic results due to alcohol, with further investigation urged.

Russell Baileyeport Pomeroy Henry Barrett, Jr Barrett Middleport State Bureau of Criminal Investigation London Bailey Cor Henry Ewing Henry Barrett

Four year old Chris Barnes dies of leukemia in Albuquerque

Chris Barnes, a brown haired blue eyed four year old, died after midnight from blood cancer. His mother Doris Barnes spoke of his sweetness and her sense of privilege to have him, while he endured eight transfusions. He had learned of his illness only 30 days earlier and spent about two weeks in a local hospital as nurses recalled his bright smile and angelic likeness.

Aupuwueryur Chris Barnes Chris Doris Barnes Albuquerque

Ohio CIO To Skip Bender Lausche Race In Ohio

The Ohio CIO endorsed the governor race but will skip supporting the Bender Lausche contest. The committee named William Saxbe and others as qualified for statewide offices while withholding a stance on lieutenant governor and treasurer roles.

Ohio Cio Columbus Ohio Can Hubert Lynch Brook U. S. Senate George H. Bender Frank James A. Rhodes J. Lausche Joseph T. Ferguson C. William O'Neill Stephen m. Young Michael V. DiSalle Cleveland Cit William Saxbe Mechanicsburg Cation Cope Saxbe Ohio CIO Ted W. Brown

U.S. Bars Egypt Access to Money Over Suez Crisis

The United States temporarily bars Egypt and the Suez Canal Co from touching funds in U.S. banks without official permission. Acting under a WWII statute, the Treasury Department requires government licensing for all financial transactions as it seeks clarification of the Suez Canal crisis.

U.S Egypt Washington U. S Treasury Department Suez Canal Co

Union Civil War veteran Albert Woolson dies at Duluth hospital

GAR veteran Albert Woolson, the last confirmed Union Army soldier from the Civil War, appears to have weakened and is under care at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth Minnesota. The report notes his status as the sole surviving Union veteran and his hospital visitation.

Duluth Minn Albert Woolson Vivor St. Luke's Hospital

Board Chairman Sees Steel Industry Boom

United States Steel Corp chairman Roger M. Blough predicted record earnings for the first half of the year as demand for steel remained strong. He projected 1986 six month earnings around $208 million to $210 million and a per share near $3.66, citing the world’s largest steel producer’s solid output and lingering recovery after past strikes. He noted U S Steel’s six month results may lag behind defense-driven peaks and that the full year may extend into September as production pace resumes.

Aéw 10Rk Roger M. Blough United Kents States Steel Corp U.S. Steel Reed Blough

Eisenhower Says He Feels Good But Not Like Last Year

President Eisenhower stated today that he feels good but not as strong as a year ago. He expressed confidence he could serve another four years beyond next January and smiled at neighbors in Gettysburg Pa who worried about his health.

Eisenhower Maemivurus Gettysburg

Steelworkers Strike Against Aluminum Giants

United Steelworkers launched a 28,000 worker walkout at Aluminum Co of America and Reynolds Metals plants nationwide in a wage dispute. The Aluminum Workers International Union extended its deadline to midnight, keeping 20,500 members at other plants on the job as talks resume in New York, Pittsburgh and Richmond. AWIU members at Cressona Pa reportedly walked out after the original deadline but were recalled during negotiations. There is no AWSU strike, a union official said.

New York United Steelworkers of America Aluminum Co. of America Alcoa Reynolds Metals Co Aluminum Workers International Union Reynolds AWIU Cressona AWSU Steel Workers’ Union Pittsburgh Richmond

Autopsies Resolve Conflicts In Mrs Geer’s Death

Dr Joseph A Geer of Fairfield County seeks reconciliation of autopsy reports on his wife Constance 31 whose June 28 death followed an unconscious fall at home She was pronounced dead two hours later Police Chief Sam Hutsler and Fairfield County Prosecutor Raymond Morehart call for further investigation into the death.

State official cites lack of facilities funds and staff

The Cincinnati director of public safety replies to a Columbus authority on juvenile facilities. He says the state program is inadequate due to funding and staffing gaps. Cris Hamilton calls Lancaster Boys Industrial School an almost medieval institution. Dr John D Porterfield says the state lacks funds for full training programs and notes Lancaster BIS is over crowded by about 50 percent.

Olumbus—P State Department of Mental Hygiene and Correction Cincinenati Cris Hamilton Cincinnati Lancaster Lancaster Bis

3 Day Rain Swamps Millions Lost

Denver residents flee rising floodwaters as heavy rain floods southern city sections. Officials declare a state of emergency while hundreds evacuated and damage piles into millions. In Columbus a missing person is presumed drowned as more than 600 police rush to the Scioto River area amid three foot flood depths.

Denver Emere Columbus Joseph Alvagency Anningham Columbus Oato Scioto

Also Mentioned on This Page

Britain Suez Estes Adlai Amy Cash Son Moore Say Hello Gop’s O'Neill Lausche Mum Over Estes Ike Christian A. Herter Massachusets Harold E. Stassen Barrett Boy Bir News Index Athens “Hauneeyes Jallipolis Ster Gan Farkets Delsonville Point Pleasant Pomeroy-Middleport Women’s “A
Search Courier

Search the Athens Messenger Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Messenger?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication