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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 15, 1961

Page

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Allied Leaders Protest Travel Barriers In Berlin Crisis

Western Allied commanders protested to the Russians over East German limits on cross Berlin movement. East Berlin requires special entry permits for West Berliners driving into East Berlin while 42 refugees slip across the border amid heightened border patrols. Chancellor Adenauer warns of possible trade cuts with the Soviet bloc if East Berlin closures persist. East German radio vows restric­tions stay until Soviet Premier Khrushchev’s demand to end Allied occupation is met.

Berlin West East Berlin Interior Ministry Konrad Adenauer Regensburg Khrushchev West Berlin

Burglars Take Watches and Rings At Rogers Store

Thieves robbed the R D Rogers Jewelry Store in Nelsonville between 11 30 Monday night and 6 am today. About 86 wrist watches and 25 men s rings with black onyx settings were stolen along with a tray of wedding bands and three other rings. A tray of 12 diamond rings in the window was not touched. Entry was gained by breaking a back door lock into a storage room. Police investigate led by Police Chief Max Valkinburg.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Tribune Richard Kunzman Tribune Rogers Max Valkinburg

Federal Aid For Schools Bill Halted

Washington sponsors face new hurdles as they seek to extend federal aid for schools in districts with many federal personnel children. Senator McNamara plans an amendment for a two year outlay of 650 million dollars for classroom construction while Senator Javits supports a one year extension. The measure, part of a broader education aid package, polls well in the House but may be blocked if the Senate attaches other school proposals.

Washington Congress Pat McNamara D-Mich Jacob K. Javits R-N.y Senate

Monument proposal for Madison draws Senate criticism

Washington critics challenge a proposed 39 million monument honoring James Madison, the nation’s fourth president, with Sen. Frank J. Lausche of Ohio voicing opposition.

Washington James Madison Frank J. Lausthe Ohio

Polaris Sub Hits Targets On Record Missile Day

CAPE CANAVERAL Florida The Abraham Lincoln will join the Navy's Polaris fleet as the fifth operational submarine after a one day record of six missiles with four hits. The vessel left for Charleston South Carolina to load 16 nuclear missiles before patrols below the oceans. Four rockets hit targets over 1000 miles away while two were only partially successful.

Cape Canaveral Fla United States Navy Charleston S. C

Navy Extends Duty For 26800 Sailors Officers

The Navy announced it will freeze about 26 800 enlisted and officers on active duty who would otherwise leave. These personnel will be kept on duty for periods from six months to a year.

Washington Navy

Russians Fix Blame For Berlin

Pravda denounces the West over Berlin border closure claiming a NATO led drive to spark a new world war. V Menshikov writes of war hysteria and says East Germans flee as economic diversion to appease spies and provocateurs.

Moscow Pravda Communist Party West Berlin V. Menshikov West Germany North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Bread price may rise by one cent nationwide

The nation's bread cost could climb a penny per loaf as manufacturing costs push bakers higher. E E Kelley Jr of the American Bakers Association declined to confirm the figure but noted the potential impact on grocery counters. Americans consume 15 billion loaves annually with white bread making up about 80 percent. A one cent rise would boost costs by around $120 million amid a $2 wheat support price set for next year.

Chicago E. E. Kelley Jr American Bakers Association Millers Bakers

Relief Worker Finds Job Under Newburgh Welfare Plan

In Newburgh New York the first welfare recipient to take a city job under a controversial 13 point program did not remain long. Welfare Commissioner Peter Petrillo said the man worked at City Hall on odd jobs until noon then disappeared after lunch. His wife called to report he had obtained private employment as a painter and wished to be removed from relief rolls. The program makes able bodied men on relief take city work to reduce welfare costs.

Newburgh N.Y Peter Petrillo Petrillo

Soviet Official Says Nuclear Test Ban Talks Likely Failure

Semyon K. Tsarapkin of the Soviet Union warned on Monday that the Western bid to revive stalled nuclear test ban negotiations probably will fail.

Geneva Semyon K. Tsarapkin Soviet Union

Senate Ready Attack on Foreign Aid Plan Moves Ahead

The Senate discusses foreign aid strategy after a Kennedy White House dinner. Senator Byrd’s defeated amendment is cited as a key early clash while Humphrey notes the agenda centers on aid, with Hickenlooper proposing annual congressional review and spending limits.

Kennedy White House Rayburn Hubert H. Humphrey Rourke B. Hickenlooper Iowa Congressional Committee Senate Harry F. Byrd D-Va

Militiaman Flees Border to West in Berlin Flight

An East Berlin militiaman in uniform and steel helmet fled to the western sector. He tossed his cap and shouted that he was free, signaling a dramatic defection from the border area.

Berlin East Berlin

City Council votes tax cut in San Leandro move

San Leandro California council approves another tax reduction lowering the tax from 1 20 to 1 18 per unit. The city now serves about 70 000 residents after starting the trend when it was a town of 26 442.

San Leandro Calif

Khrushchev must stop West refugees Berlin blockade reasons

James Marlow argues Khrushchev’s threat to cut routes to West Berlin drains East Germany of talent, risks splitting the Allies, and creates a new Berlin issue over movement between East and West. He warns of Soviet troops ready to crush any revolt and the West’s reluctance to risk war.

East Germany Khrushchev Berlin

Chrysler Rejects UAW Demand on Paid Salaries

Detroit Michigan Chrysler Corp rejects the United Auto Workers demand for paid salaries and benefits, signaling ongoing contract friction as negotiations continue over worker compensation.

Detroit Mich Chrysler Corp United Auto Workers

Ex Mau Mau Leader Returns To Kenya

Jomo Kenyatta, once convicted Mau Mau leader, returned to his native village Monday. He was welcomed by nationalist followers celebrating his impending release after nearly eight years in custody as Kenya nears independence and leaders push for his leadership.

Nairobi Kenya Jomo Kenyatta Kenyatte

Japan marks 16th WWII surrender anniversary

Tokyo and other cities held Buddhist and Christian memorial services for the war dead to observe the 16th anniversary of Japan's World War II surrender. There was no official celebration.

Tokyo Japan

Freedom Riders appeal trials set for Hinds County Court

Nearly 209 convicted Freedom Riders face appeal trials in Hinds County Court starting next Tuesday and expected to run through January.

Jackson Mies Freedom Riders Hinds County Court

Tragic Bus Tragedy Claims American Victim in Switzerland

In Hergiswil Switzerland the body of another American passenger from the Augus t2 bus disaster has been identified. Officials release sparse details as the death is confirmed amid ongoing investigations and condolences flow from families.

Hergiswil Switzerland

Soviet Trade Fair Opens in Japan in Tokyo

Soviet First Deputy Premier Anastas Mikoyan opened the first Soviet trade fair in Japan in Tokyo. He warned Western powers fear economic competition with the Soviet Union and may gird for war, saying such a race could lead to their destruction.

Tokyo Anastas I. Mikoyan Soviet Union Japan

Travel Ban Suggested and Trade Implications

A proposal to impose a travel ban on East Germans seeking Western travel. Western powers would stop issuing travel documents and visas for East German travelers, potentially affecting trade missions and official travel.

Plane Boat Swap Takes Place Today

The United States and Cuba plan a swap exchanging a 40 foot patrol boat for an Eastern Air Lines propjet. An EAL crew will depart Miami at 10 30 a m to Havana to return a 3 5 million plane hijacked on July 24. A Cuban crew will take over a patrol boat at Key West and return it to Fidel Castro's government. Three Cuban refugees sailed the patrol boat to Florida on July 29 with one era passing through Switzerland.

Miami Fla United States Cuba Eastern Air Lines EAL Pan American World Airways Havana Key West Fidel Castro Florida

Sevenths Art Theft Tir Readies Return

A fragmented report notes a theft incident and plans to recover missing artworks. Officials coordinate with investigators to secure the pieces and return them to the rightful owners. Local galleries brace for heightened security during this period.

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