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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1960

Page

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Truman claims MacArthur wanted to bomb China in Korea

Ex president Harry S. Truman says General MacArthur pressed for atomic bombing of China and eastern Siberia during the Korean War. MacArthur calls the claim completely false and notes no atom bombing was discussed.

China New York Harry S. Truman Douglas MacArthur Siberia MacArthur Truman Russia Washington Joint Chiefs of Staff

Minnesota Man Eyed By Kennedy

Palm Beach Florida President elect Kennedy may pick a chairman for his Council of Economic Advisers. Walter Heller of the University of Minnesota is listed as a leading candidate. Heller has advised Minnesota Governor Freeman and is known for public finance expertise. Kennedy plans to fill about 200 policy posts before inauguration as he clues in on the recession and unemployment.

Palm Beach Fla John F. Kennedy Toda Council of Economic Advisers Walter H. Heller The University of Minnesota University School of Business Administration Heller Kennedy Minnesota Orville L. Freeman Agriculture Eisenhower

Hickey to Seek Senate Seat in Wyoming After Thomson Death

Governor Joseph J. Hickey, the first Democrat in years to govern Wyoming, announces plans to fill the Senate vacancy created by the death of Republican Keith Thomson.

Cheyenne Wyo Joseph J. Hickey Wyoming Senate Keith Thomson

Conflicting Testimony Heard In Constellation Disaster

A naval court of inquiry examined who spilled diesel fuel that caused the fire on the aircraft carrier Constellation under construction at the Navy Yard. Witnesses described forklift movements near a trash bin and a possible valve rupture. others placed the forklift away from the scene.

Constellation Brooklyn Navy Yard Navy Board of Inquiry New York Naval Court of Inquiry Navy Yard Davis

New Latin Strife Seen

Montevideo officials and diplomats warn a new wave of strikes and violence may erupt in Latin America after a meeting of Communist union leaders and agitators from 11 countries. Delegates from East Germany and Italy suggest European agents may be involved. A communique urged a determined fight against American imperialism and strengthened worker solidarity across Latin American organizations.

Montevideo Uruguay Latin America East Germany Italy

Purge of Havana judiciary tied to land seizure rules

The Castro government appears to have restructured Cuba's judiciary after court decisions increased the valuations of confiscated lands. This move signals a broad purge tied to land reform and state seizure policy.

Havana Cuba

Democratic committeeman Albert A Horstman dies at 72

Albert A Horstman, longtime Ohio Democratic national committeeman, died at age 72. His career tied to Dayton politics and party leadership ends with his passing.

Dayton Ohio Albert A. Horstman

Soviet FO reins Improve Ties After Kennedy Inauguration

Moscow's Foreign Minister Andrei Gromyko said the Soviet Union stands ready to improve relations with the United States following John F. Kennedy's inauguration. He cited a desire for smoother diplomacy and fewer tensions between the two powers.

Moscow Andrei Gromyko Soviet Union United States John F. Kennedy

American doctors volunteer in Jordan to aid cripples

Eighteen American physicians, including two from Ohio, traveled at their own expense to Amman to work with injured and disabled residents of Jordan, aiding the desert kingdom's medical relief efforts.

Amman Jordan Ohio

Safety checks set Cleveland

Safety checks on vehicles entering the Ohio Turnpike during the holiday season will be made by the State Highway Patrol and toll collectors.

Cleveland Ohio Turnpike State

Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy Graduates Cadets

Thirty five cadets completed sixteen weeks of training and graduated from the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy in Columbus.

Columbus Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy

Ohio Democrats Seek Why They Lost The Election

Ohio Democrats debate the election loss with theories ranging from anti Catholic sentiment to religious bigotry. Leaders cite a Bible belt influence spreading into Ohio and comment on Catholic voting patterns and regional attitudes.

Washington Ohio Kentucky Tennesse Indiana Greg Holbrook Butler County Stephen M. Young

Eight Sailors Missing As Pine Ridge Salvage Underway

Norfolk reports eight crewmen still missing after the Pine Ridge broke apart in 100 mile per hour winds 100 miles east of Cape Hatteras. Chief engineer John Richart 36 of Wilmington Del remains aboard the stern section as Coast Guard planes scour the area and salvage crews prepare to tow the hulk to Norfolk.

Norfolk Coast Guard John Richart Wilmington Del Cape Hatteras N. C Navy Valley Forge Richart Pine Ridge Kurt Carlsen Louisiana Gulf of Mexico N.C

Icy Cold Wave Hits Eastern U.S. with Record Lows and Snow

The Associated Press reports a severe cold wave across two thirds of the eastern U.S. with record low temperatures for the date in several areas. Midwest snow storms produced a bone chilling 24 below in Joliet and 23 below in International Falls as arctic air extended into Florida and the Gulf Coast.

Rockies New England Midwest Joliet Dll International Falls Minn Florida Gulf Coast Texas Louisiana Ohio Valley Tennessee Georgia Carolinas Mississippi Alabama Dakotas Great Lakes Iowa Illinois

Five Day Forecast For Ohto Area

Temperatures average as much as 12 degrees below normal in the north and 15 below normal in the south with highs around 37 in the north and lows near 22. A slow warming this weekend gives way to colder air by Tuesday. Light snow and precipitation totals of 0.1 to 0.25 inch expected Sunday with ongoing light snow or rain in central and southern portions Monday through Tuesday.

OHTO

Bitter Cold Gives Way As Ohio Sees Moderating Trend

Sub zero temperatures grip Ohio early Friday with Toledo at 10 below and other cities ranging from nine above in Cleveland to five above in Marietta. The Weather Bureau expects a moderating trend tonight into Sunday with little warming before freezing ends and scattered snow flurries persist mainly in the east.

Ohio Weather Bureau Toledo Chesapeake Dayton Columbus Cleveland Findlay Cincinnati Marietta

NYC Will Fight C and O Bid for Baltimore and Ohio

The New York Central System says it will contest Chesapeake and Ohio Railways Co. bid for control of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Co. and may seek court action. C&O directors offered an exchange share bid and promised dividends to B&O shareholders tendering stock. The board will make the exchange binding if after a 30 day withdrawal period starting Jan 3 C&O holds over 50 percent of B&O stock.

Cleveland New York Central System Chesapeake and Ohio Railway Co Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Co C&o B&o

Geneva control commission urged to meet on Laos crisis

The Soviet Union informed Britain that the 1954 Geneva control commission on Indochina should be convened to assess the Laos situation. The call signals intensified concern over regional tensions and possible diplomatic action.

London Soviet Union Britain Indochina Laos

Food price jump pushes November living costs to peak

A rise in food prices contributed to living costs reaching a new high in November. Officials note higher grocery bills and inflation pressures as households face more expensive essentials.

Washington

Orleans Teachers Face Break Payless Holiday

Public schools in New Orleans closed for a holiday week as 4000 teachers and staff face payless days amid a fight between federal court integration orders and state funding. A federal panel ordered release of 728000 dollars and 200000 in escrow, but appeals cloud immediate payment. Legislative leaders declined December pay resolutions and recessed for two weeks.

New Orleans Davis

Nominations Fall Short for United Steelworkers President

PITTSBURGH headquarters of the United Steelworkers report that steelworker Donald C. Rarick has failed to gain sufficient nominations to run a second time for president of the union.

Pittsburgh United Steelworkers Union Donald C. Rarick

Just a Friendly Phone Call Want Ad Offer

A classifieds-like notice invites readers to use a Want Ad service to convert unused goods into cash. It highlights selling sporting goods camping gear and household items by calling LY 3-1242, promising easy steps and optional charging of ads.

Johnson Held For Murder In Crown City Shooting

Junior Johnson, 25, of Athalia, faces second degree murder charges for the fatal shooting of Carroll Short, 46, in Crown City. Sheriff Oscar Baird says Johnson may be arraigned this afternoon. the gun was found on Route 7 near Crown City.

Gallipolis Junior Johnson Athalia Carroll Short Federal Creek Crown City Oscar Baird Johnson Fellore

Fears Eased on Israel Nuclear Ambitions

Washington reports eased U S fears that Israel aimed to become a fifth nuclear power after assurances from the Jerusalem government. The note follows heightened concern over potential nuclear capability in the Middle East.

Washington U. S Israel Jerusalem

Move is protested at Akron-Canton over guard squadron plan

Washington protests the plan to relocate an Air National Guard squadron from Akron-Canton Airport to Clinton County Air Force Base as unjustified. The dispute centers on strategic impact and regional defense needs.

Washington —P Air National Guard Akron-Canton Clinton County Air Force Base

More Taxes Paid on 1959 Income, IRS Reports

More taxpayers paid higher income taxes on larger earnings in 1959 than ever before, according to the Internal Revenue Service.

Washington Internal Revenue Service

Simplicity Rules Rule Observance In Pennsylvania Dutch Household

In Lancaster during Christmas Eve the Pennsylvanian Dutch observe a vigil in barns from 11 to 12 to gain animal understanding. Simplicity guides Christmas customs with the Amish offering only token gifts and no trees or lights, while the Mennonites stay nearly as austere, viewing Christmas as a sacred religious holiday.

Pennsylvania Lancaster Martha Paul

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