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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1957

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Rules Pay In Blaze As Fire Hits Glidden Plant

In Cleveland Firefighters battle a major blaze at Glidden Co Plant No 1 where 50 workers escaped before explosions. A baby died and five others were injured in an east side apartment fire likely caused by arson. Other Ohio notes include Bailey Jr. jailed on robbery charges and Bundy facing a March 7 murder hearing. Claudia Wynn pleads guilty to second degree murder.

Cleveland Glidden Co Dwight P. Joyce East Side William Lee Crittenden Canton Harry Dale Bundy Zanesville Uniontown Bundy Cincinnati Claudia Wynn William H. Cook

Ohio Talks on Bond Sales and Tax Measures

The Sinking Fund Commission approved Gov. ONeill plan to sell 125 million dollars in highway bonds this year with bids opening March 27 for 32 million. Legislative sources say sales tax stamps will likely continue two more years despite ONeill opposition to closing loopholes to raise 10 to 12 million annually. The 18 year old vote amendment is effectively dead for two years after the Senate panel gave it only two favorable votes.

Columbus State Sinking Fund Commission William O'Neill Columbus —.P Ohio J. E. Baker Montgomery Senate Elections and Federal Relations Committee

Tentative agreement ends strike at Eaton Mfg axle division

Cleveland reports a tentative settlement ending the 1600 worker strike at Eaton Mfg Co axle division after the halt began February 15. In Portsmouth, 600 Communications Workers of America members vote on a new contract with Ohio Consolidated Telephone Co. If approved, a back to work plan is set to formalize Wednesday.

Eaton Mfg. Co Portsmouth Communications Works of America Ohio Consolidated Telephone Co

Fatal vehicle crashes claim two lives in Ohio

A car in Lorain struck and killed 79 year old James Hill as he walked on French Creek Road near Lorain Monday night. In Dayton 25 year old Donald Morgan died after his car struck a utility pole near the city limits early today.

Elyria James Hill Lorain French Creek Road Dayton Donald Morgan Miami Valley Hospital Dayton City

Sprinkler Firm Fined 5000 in Federal Anti trust Case

In Charlotte, The Automatic Sprinkler Corp of America of Youngstown Ohio was fined 5000 in federal district court after pleading no contest to anti trust charges. In Cleveland, Harris Seybold Co and Intertype Corp approved a merger subject to stockholder approval.

Charlotte N. C Automatic Sprinkler Corp. of America Youngstown Ohio Cleveland Harris - Seybold Co Intertype Corp New York

UN Moves to Resume Sanctions Debate on Israel

The UN General Assembly readies to reopen talks on Israel sanctions as Arab diplomats push a resolution to cut military and economic aid until Israel withdraws from the Gaza Strip and Gulf of Aqaba. Western and Asian ambassadors press for united action while the United States weighs an alternative to sanctions. Prime Minister Ben Gurion survives a confidence vote amid Israel’s Gaza stance and Egyptian raids.

Eban Dulles Dag Hammarskjold Israel Gulf of Aqaba Gaza Strip David Ben- Gurion Egypt Strip United States America

Israel Cabinet Reassesses Gaza Strip Withdrawal Standoff

In Jerusalem the Israeli Cabinet met to review Abba Eban's latest Gaza Strip and Sharm El Sheikh troop withdrawal reports. Ben-Gurion said Israel faces strong forces and UN Charter violations by Egypt and allies, while offering cooperation with the United Nations and dropping a demand for a civil administration if possible.

Jerusalem Abba Eban Gaza Strip Sharm el Sheikh Ben- Gurion United Nations Israel Strip Ben-Gurion

Franco reshuffles Spanish government to aid economy

Generalissimo Franco reorganizes his cabinet to strengthen Spain's economy and meet modern needs. The balance of power shifts with younger faces and new offices, including an economic coordination office and a housing ministry, as inflation and unrest rise.

Madrid Franco Spain Generalissimo

Mollet Heads To Washington For Talks On Israel And Europe

French Premier Guy Mollet meets President Eisenhower in Washington to back Israel’s security guarantees against Egyptian threats and blockades. They will also address French finances Algeria Atlantic Pact defense and European unity plans including a Western European single market and atomic energy pooling.

Washington Guy Mollet Israel Eisenhower Mollet United Nations Eco France Algeria Europe

Trucking to Europe Starts Via Philadelphia

Philadelphia launches a new overseas trucking service with the 475-foot TMT Carib Queen set to begin maiden voyage up the Delaware River. The ship will carry 12 large Swiss and German trailers, 110 imported cars, and cargo from Bremerhaven, marking the world’s largest truck-trailer vessel’s first trip.

Delaware River Bremerhaven

Democratic senator warns against isolationist attacks on Middle East policy

Sen Neuberger of Oregon laments isolationist rhetoric from fellow Democrats over President Eisenhower’s Middle East resolution. He cautions against demagogic language that could threaten bipartisan foreign policy founded on internationalism and strong alliances. Senate pace on the measure remains uncertain as leaders debate debate limits and passage timing. The resolution would authorize economic and military aid to Middle East nations and signal readiness to use force against Communist aggression if needed.

Washington Sen Neuberger D-Ore Eisenhower Middle East Truman U.S Korea Senate United States Talmadge D-Ga Jenner R-Ind

Extradition Waived in Hill Murder and Theft Case

Hill 17 waived extradition rights in Gallia County juvenile court to face murder and robbery charges in Virginia. Judge John Howell explained rights. Hill agreed to go with Virginia authorities. Father delivered a letter from Columbus suggesting self defense, but officials discounted its credibility. Hill will be transferred to Grayson County Jail, Va. for trial. parents consented to waiver.

Hill Virginia Gallipolis Lloyd Lee Hill John A. Ward Coal Grove John Howell Gallia County Howell Columbus Identi Ward Pine Street Hershel McDonough First Church of God Ironton Grayson County W. H. Jones Robert Betz

Court rules Michigan obscenity law invalid

The Supreme Court unanimously invalidated a Michigan law banning sale of allegedly obscene books to adults. Justice Frankfurter said the statute aimed to protect juveniles but overreached, likening it to "burning the house to roast the pig" and warned it would reduce adults to reading material fit for children.

Washington Supreme Court High Tribunal Michigan Frankfurter

Bugs Moran Dies In Leavenworth Prison

Leavenworth Kan January 14 1957 George C Bugs Moran chief Chicago gangster Al Capones rival in 1920s booze and gambling era died in Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary Monday of lung cancer He was 64 Moran arrived at Leavenworth January 11 to serve five years for burglarizing the Citizens State Bank at Ansonia Ohio on November 8 1945

Leavenworth Kan George C Bugs) Moran al Capone Chicago Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary Moran Citizens State Bank Ansonia Ohio

McClellan Opens Broad Probe Into Labor Racketeering

Sen. McClellan announces a sweeping investigation into gangster infiltration of labor unions. The probe targets Teamster officials in Seattle and Portland as starting points, with investigators in multiple cities and plans to expand to at least 29 cities. The goal is to identify racketeers in labor and employer groups and methods of their entry and defenses to block them permanently.

Washington Sen McClellan D-Ark Senate Seattle Wash Portland Ore Philadelphia Los Angeles San Francisco Chicago Scranton Minneapolis New York

Fire Destroys 25 Businesses in Meriden Connecticut

Meriden Connecticut dispatch reports a blaze tore through two adjoining brick buildings in the city center destroying more than 25 businesses a radio station and several apartments. Damages exceed one million dollars eight people escaped from the apartments one elderly man was unaccounted for hours after the blaze one four story building collapsed leaving a blackened shell ammunition in a sporting goods store exploded during the fire and radio station WMW was wiped out.

Meriden Conn WMW

Robinson Art Collection Sold For Over Three Million

The bulk of Edward G. Robinson s art collection was sold to M Knoedler Co of New York for more than three million dollars. The purchase included 58 paintings and one bronze, with the exact price not disclosed.

New York Edward G. Robinson E. Doe Kerr Jr M. Knoedler & Co Robinson

GM profits slip but stay second best in history

New York reports General Motors Corp profits fell 20 percent last year from 1955 peak, yet remain the second highest in the company’s history.

New York General Motors Corp

Classified Ads Offer Quick Finds And Jobs for All

The Classified Ads host a wide range of items and services from peanuts to plantations. Lost puppies and job opportunities surface rapidly as buyers meet sellers in this universal marketplace. Dial 31242 to try it.

Gas Price War In St Louis Lowers Regular To 26.9 Cents

Motorists faced a fresh gasoline price war in St Louis as several major oil companies cut regular to 26.9 cents and premium to 29.9 cents a gallon with two to three cent reductions.

ST. Louis

O'Neill asks $1.706 billion for Ohio two-year budget

Governor C. William O'Neill proposed a two year operating appropriation totaling 1.7056 billion dollars to fund state government. The request was sent to the Ohio Legislature as part of the budget plan.

Governor says budget balanced under current laws

Governor Lausche presents O'Neill budget plan totaling 1.705 billion dollars for state operations. The message proposes 405 million dollars in new spending beyond the 1.301 billion already appropriated by a GOP-led Legislature over the past two years.

O'Neill Frank J. Lausche Liquor Department Wildlife

Army Guard training compromise moves toward final approval

The Army and National Guard reached a compromise on active duty training for new recruits. The House Armed Services Subcommittee backed the plan with one dissenting vote, sending it to the full committee for likely approval next week.

Washington Army and National Guard House Armed Services Overton Brooks D-La Full Armed Services Committee Brooks Army Guard

USMC Drill Instructors Convicted In San Diego

The Marine Corps reported that 19 drill instructors at the San Diego recruit depot were convicted in the past nine months on charges of mistreating recruits. Some cases involved ordering extra calisthenics and others involved physical contact with recruits. Details on counts per type and punishments were not disclosed.

San Diego Calif Marine Corps Marine Corps Recruit Depot

Presidential Choices For 1960 Named By Mrs Roosevelt

Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt named five Democratic presidential candidates for 1960. The list excludes Adlai Stevenson and includes Sen. Wayne Morse Oregon Gov. G. Mennen Williams Michigan Sen. Joseph Clark Pennsylvania Gov. Edmund Muskie Maine and Chester Bowles former Connecticut governor and former U S ambassador to India.

New York Franklin D. Roosevelt Illinois Adlai Stevenson Wayne Morse Oregon G. Mennen Williams Michigan Joseph Clark Pennsylvania Edmund Muskie Maine Chester Bowles Connecticut U.S India

Spy Witness Identified In Soviet Spy Ring Case

Government counsel identify Boris Morros once a Hollywood producer as a key witness in the Soviet spy ring case. Morros, a Russian born figure, is said to be unnamed in 14 overt acts tied to three defendants with meetings in New York Paris Vienna and Zurich for data exchange.

New York Boris Morros Hollywood Ivial Soviet Union Morros Morris Asst U. S

Senators Probe Bruce Nomination For West Germany Post

Senators Watkins and Case called for a full review of David K. E. Bruce political and diplomatic background as Eisenhower nominates him ambassador to West Germany. They cited a $1000 1956 Democratic campaign donation and questioned alignment with Eisenhower policies. Bruce, 59, former ambassador to France and ex undersecretary of state, now serves on foreign intelligence advisory panel.

Watkins Utah Francis Case David K. E. Bruce Eisenhower West Germany Bruce Senate Adlai E. Stevenson Case Germany Free World Maryland France Truman Eisenehower Sen. Aiken R-Vi GOP Dulles Sen. Butler

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Ohio News Massillon George Cleveland Bailey Jr Wooster College LABOR N.Y UN General Assembly Dem Tri- State Master Dairy Farmers Guild Blairstown N.J New Jersey F Lee Bugs’ Moran News Index Athens Chauncey Comics Glouster A Logan Nelsonville Point Pleasant Pomeroy- Reenet Seeeevee Television Baaeue G. Milton Kelly O’neill William O’neill Air National Guard Lausche USMC Roosevelt Senate Foreign Relations Mmittee Case Gerany Namil James RB. Conant The Bonn David K. EF. Bruce
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