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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1957

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Eisenhower Heads To Paris To Lead NATO Revitalization

President Eisenhower flies to Paris to spearhead a NATO revival amid Soviet missile advances. He aims to restore allied confidence, push for shared bases and nuclear storage, counter Soviet propaganda, and calm NATO disputes such as French anger over arms shipments to Tunisia.

Washington Eisenhower Paris North Atlantic Alliance Soviet Union NATO Alliance United States NATO U.S Tunisia U. S Bulganin West

Mansfield Seeks Cautious Start In East West Talks

Senate leader Mansfield proposed Eisenhower begin with ambassadorial negotiations before a top level summit with Russia. He urged both ambassadors in Moscow and Washington must agree it could be fruitful, in response to Bulganin’s 15 page appeal for new talks and zero nuclear tests.

Washington Sen Mansfield D-Mont Eisenhower Russia Bulganin Senate Moscow Bulgarin America Europe Bulgania Felix Gaillard France NATO Harold Macmillan United Nations Montana

Bible theft rises at Dallas library shelves

Dallas library director James Meeks says the Bible is the most stolen book. The library keeps about 50 copies of all versions but thefts this fall have prompted an order for 40 more.

Dallas James Meeks Meeks

McCarthy Files Petitions for U S Senate Nomination

Charles A. McCarthy of Cincinnati, vice president of the Council for Individual Freedom, obtained petitions Thursday to qualify for the Republican nomination for U S senator in the primary election in Columbus.

Columbus Charles A. McCarthy Cincinnati The Council For Individual Freedom U.S

Why Bing Crosby Married Again Feature Prominent

The Sunday Messenger highlights an exclusive Family Weekly story with PEER J. OPPENHEIMER revealing Bing Crosby's surprise remarriage. Relations and friends including Kathy Grant discuss motives, while the piece also notes prompts on winter mood tips and family features across multiple sections.

Bing Crosby Family Weekly Your Sunday Messenger Peer J. Oppenheimer Hollywood Bing Larry Bob Gary Kathy Grant

Nehru Criticizes NATO Pacts While Praising Eisenhower

In New Delhi Prime Minister Nehru condemned the NATO Baghdad and SEATO pacts as outdated and provocative while paying a high tribute to President Eisenhower. He called Eisenhower a great force for world peace and noted his illness and recovery. He argued NATO has shifted from defense to defending colonial policies.

New Delhi Nehru Baghdad Eisenhower America NATO

B52 Crashes On Takeoff in Spokane Fatal Fireball

Eight men died when a B52 bomber crashed on takeoff near sunset in Spokane Washington. The plane struggled for altitude, tipped on its right wing, and plunged to the ground. The Strategic Air Command said some bombers carry nuclear weapons on training missions but none could explode in a crash. The Air Force declined to fly if an atom bomb were aboard the aircraft.

Spokane Wash Strategic Air Command Air Force

Motormen Propose Six Point Plan to End Subway Strike

About 1000 members of the independence Motormen's Benevolent Association voted in Brooklyn to submit a six point formula to Mayor Robert F Wagner to urge a conference and settlement. The mayor's office expected a telegram with the proposal and transit showed improved subway service. MBA Attorney Louis Waldman said the plan is for discussion, not a take it or leave it offer.

NEW York Subway Independence Motormen’s Benevolent Association Brooklyn Robert F. Wagner Wagner Transit Authority Louis Waldman

Vote Dispute Settled in Ohio Precinct Case

PAINESVILLE Ohio Mayor John M Barrett of Eastlake dropped a suit to invalidate 33 votes cast in the wrong precinct after 27 voters testified they voted where told. Barrett, who lost reelection to Mabel P Johnson by two votes, called the precinct mix up an honest mistake of fact. A recount confirmed Johnson won 1,170 to 1,168.

Painesville Ohio John M. Barrett Eastlake

Three Kidnappers Given 7 to 75 Year Prison Terms

Three men pleaded guilty to kidnapping in the death of Walter C. Myer, 64, of Canton. Sentences totaling 7 to 75 years were imposed with Prosecutor Norman Putman’s consent after changes from the original abduction charge.

Canton Walter C. Myer Norman . Putman

Weather outlook and regional forecasts across states

Weather mostly fair and warmer today tonight and Saturday with lows around 24 to 28 and high near 44 to 48. West Virginia notes light snow tonight and possible snow in far north this afternoon. Ohio extends five day outlook with above normal temperatures and a chance of lake effect snow near Cleveland and Lake Erie area. Elsewhere reports clear or cloudy conditions in Albuquerque Bismarck Cleveland Des Moines Grand Rapids Indianapolis Los Angeles Memphis Minneapolis Oklahoma City Omaha Portland San Francisco Sault Ste. Marie St Paul and other locations with varying cloud and temperature patterns.

West Virginia Ohio Lake Erie Albuquerque Bismarck Cleveland Des Moines Grand Rapida Indianapolis Los Angeles Memphis Clear Pecesseene Oklahoma City Omaha Coos Portland Ore San Francisco Marie St. Paul Josda

Hospital To Get Grant For Mason County Facility

Dr. Jack Buxton, president of Mason County Hospital, Inc., reports a telegram from Congressman Will Neal stating the surgeon-general has approved the federal grant from the Hil Burton Fund for the new Mason County hospital.

Point Pleasant Jack Buxton Mason County Hospital, Inc Will FE. Neal Hil Burton Mason County Hospital

New member named to U NESCO commission

Julius Fleischmann a Cincinnati civic leader was appointed by the State Department on Thursday as a member at large to the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization National Commission in Washington passing as a key appointment for U NESCO duties and oversight.

Washington Julius Fleischmann Cincinnati State Department Unesco

Union Regains Lost Prestige After Teamsters Expulsion

Atlantic City AFL-CIO conclave pledges to purge crime and corruption from the union movement while stressing balanced scrutiny of management practices. George Meany, re-elected president, says expulsions only occur when necessary to protect the labor house and long term gains.

Atlantic City N.J Afl-Cio Teamsters Union The Teamsters Senate Senate Committee George Meany Federation Labor House of Labor

Telephone Operators Return To Boards In Short Strike

POINT PLEASANT The tele phone operators of the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company returned to their jobs after a five hour strike. They walked out at 10 30 a m and returned at 3 30 p m. Robert Beckett manager said he does not know why the girls left the switchboard. The operators declined to discuss the reason for the walk out but denied it was caused by the demotion of an employee. They are affiliates of the AFL CIO.

Point Pleasant Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company Robert Beckett Aflcio

Governor O'Neill names Warren Nelson PR chief

Governor C William O Neill Thursday named Warren Nelson former Lebanon Western Star managing editor as director of public relations for the Bureau of Workers Compensation policy unit and a public information head.

Columbus William O'Neill Warren Nelson Lebanon, Ohio Western Star Bureau of Workmen's Compensation

Mrs Mildred Burton Reaches 100th Birthday Milestone

Mrs Mildred G Burton celebrated her 100th birthday on Thursday. She was joined by her three younger sisters aged 80 83 and 90.

Warwick, R. L Mildred G. Burton

Baker Hints U S Sputnik Panic Seorc Meeting

The Messenger reports on a meeting outlining an 58 program amid a national panic marked by a mock Sputnik scare. Local schools plan a full slate of games and a pause in dam construction as gates open and student travel begins.

Baker U.S Sputnik SEORC Bobcats Bowling Green Gates Athens OSAMA Kane Gallipolis Nelsonville

Sukarno Denies Ousted Status Amid Dutch Rumors

President Sukarno held a Jakarta news conference denying Dutch reports he was ousted. He appeared with Ruslan Abdulgani and National Council members, said he was in office and conducting business as usual, and mocked Amsterdam rumors while Sartono prepared to act if needed.

Jakarta Indonesia Sukarno Ruslan Abdulgani National Council Amsterdam Radio Hilversum Netherlands

Census Bureau Drops Controversial Question

Washington report notes the 1960 census will not include a question on religious affiliation amid pressure from religious groups and individuals. A bureau spokesman said the issue raised fears for freedom of religion. Census law requires answers, with possible legal action for refusals.

Washington Census Bureau Bureau

Identical bids for Tiffin hospital electrical work

Amplex Construction Co and Focht Bros Electrical Co both submitted identical low bids of 11,700 dollars for electrical work on a hospital addition at Tiffin State Hospital. The Ohio Department of Public Works notes it is the first time in ten years identical apparent low bids occurred. A coin flip may decide the contract.

Columbus Tiffin State Hospital Amplex Construction Co Focht ‘Bros. Electrical Co Tiffin Ohio Department of Public Works

Longest relocation by railroad alters Zanesville Newark route

The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad announced 20 miles of relocated track between Zanesville and Newark, the longest relocation in company history. The route change was necessitated by the Dillon Dam project.

Zanesville Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Newark Dillon

Dulles in Paris to Plan NATO Summit Meeting

Secretary of State Dulles arrived in Paris to join Western alliance ministers in final NATO summit preparations. French anger over nuclear plans fuels security measures and fears of a fractured front ahead of the meeting.

Washington Christian Herter Dulles MATS Paris NATO Man U.S Western Alliance Christian Pineau Jacques Vimot Bar Nonce L Eisenhower Tito United States Britain Europe France Russia NATO Front Eisenhower

Peters seeks new trial in Amish farmer slaying

Cleo Eugene Peters 19 of Muscatine Iowa convicted of first degree murder in the slaying of Paul Coblentz 25 at the farm home. He was sentenced to die in the electric chair on April 10 with a 100 day interval required by state law. A hearing date for the new trial motion will be set later by Judge W W Badger.

Millersburg Ohio Cleo Eugene Peters Muscatine Iowa W. W. Badger Peters Paul Coblentz Coblentz Electric Chair Badger

Study Re-opens Missile Lag Inquiry

The Senate Preparedness subcommittee reopens a probe into roadblocks hindering missile and satellite development. Senator Stennis cites lack of central direction and procurement delays, while Senator Flanders notes inter-service rivalry. The panel, led by Lyndon B. Johnson, will study the failed first attempt to launch an earth satellite.

Washington Senate Preparedness Russia Sen. Stennis D-Miss Sen. Flanders Flanders Senate Lyndon B. Johnson Texas

Central Ohio Man Held For Kansas Killing

William Guess, 27, of Carroll, Ohio, is held for questioning in the Nov. 26 kidnapping and murder of Paul H. Williams whose body was found along a country road near Wichita. Guess was arrested on bad check and parole violation charges in Fairfield County. A pocket watch reportedly taken with Williams was found in Guess’ Columbus hotel room.

Columbus William Guess Carroll Fairfield County Paul H. Williams Wichita Kan Guess Clyde Mann Kansas Fairfield Mann Williams

Stray Dog Brought to Louisville Health Chief’s Attention

Dr. Dorothy Magallon, director of Louisville health department's communicable disease control unit, bailed her dog out of the city pound for two dollars on Thursday. Her unit works to prevent rabies by rounding up stray dogs after her pet wandered away last week.

Louisville Dorothy Magallon Health Department

Fastest Flyer Rises From Rural Roots to 1207.6 MPH Record

Air Force Maj. Adrian E. Drew, 37, grew up on a Georgia cotton farm and reached a 1207.6 mph straightaway record at Edwards AFB in a McDonnell F101A Voodoo. His career included WWII instructor duty, 104 Korea missions, and the first jet Pacific crossing in 1952.

Edwards Air Force Base Calif Carroll County Air Force Adrian E. Drew Atlanta Army Air Corps Venice Fla., Army Air Field Korea Pacific United States Japan Drew L. P. Twiss

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