20 Jan 1953
Page 1
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!
This newspaper page contains 28 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1953
Page
1
A citizens letter from Athens argues Eisenhower’s 1952 victory reflects nationwide support, cites Ohio voting patterns, and urges ongoing honesty and reform in government. The writer critiques wartime honesty and calls for exposing bribe-givers and disloyal officials across parties, warning against the mink-coat era.
Eisenhower's first presidential address drew praise from Republicans and Democrats alike for its dignified and inspiring tone though some lawmakers criticized its lack of concrete proposals. Senators Bridges and House leaders Hallack and Rayburn lauded the speech focusing on foreign policy and economic strength to deter aggressors.
Clarence M. Ferguson OSU extension director met Ezra Taft Benson in Washington regarding a possible Agriculture Department consultant post. OSU extended service announced the telegram confirmation of the appointment. Ferguson is said to be among seven candidates for top extension service posts.
A Washington bookstore on Connecticut Avenue marks down the William Hillman biography Mr President from five dollars to two dollars during an I Day Special sale. The item highlights the Trump era president and offers a rapid price cut.
Two escaped convicts, Charlie Eikleberry and William Vandale, were to be brought back to Adams County for questioning in the slaying of Sheriff Ben K. Perry. Prosecutor Vernon Young planned to file murder charges today as they are held in the Scioto County jail at Portsmouth.
Work at the Powhatan Coal Co No 2 mine resumes after protesters return. Two hundred twenty workers who walked out Wednesday rejoin crews as the labor action concludes.
In Bellefonte Pennsylvania 775 Rockview Branch convicts seized five guards as hostages after a 24 hour Pittsburgh main unit outbreak. Guards were released unharmed and two hundred twenty inmates refused to riot. Deputy Warden Johnston said tips warned of violence and guards remained on duty for the supper count.
Dwight D. Eisenhower takes office pledging an earth of peace without trading honor for security. He outlines nine rules of conduct to achieve lasting world peace and urges free nations to unite against aggression. He advocates strong national defense, international leadership, and unity among free peoples while warning against complacency at home and emphasizing moral stamina and faith.
Dwight D. Eisenhower takes the oath and leads a vast 10 mile inaugural procession down Pennsylvania Avenue. The parade features 20 000 to 22 000 service members 65 musical units 50 floats 5600 civilians including 250 Indians 3 elephants 350 horses and birds and a religiously themed first float paid for by 12 donors.
A summary of President Eisenhower's nine foundational rules outlining how to pursue enduring peace. Emphasizes opposition to war as policy, readiness to act with allies, avoiding appeasement, maintaining national strength, respecting other nations, aiding friends, fostering productive trade, building regional groupings under the UN, and upholding equal dignity of all peoples while pursuing genuine peace.
Dwight D. Eisenhower is sworn in as the 34th U S president in a simple ceremony. The day marks the end of Democratic rule and the start of a GOP leadership with a massive inaugural celebration and a forthcoming two-inaugural balls night.
Allied forces ended search for 11 U S airmen after Red China coastal batteries shot down a Navy patrol plane and fired on a destroyer near Swatow. Ten survivors were rescued from the sea by Neptune or Coast Guard aircraft before the Mariner crashed while rescuing 11 Neptune crewmen.
Allied tanks artillery and warplanes unleashed a fifth straight day of heavy bombardment on communist positions across Korea. U S Patton tanks blasted Red bunkers from Chorwon to Kumhwa while artillery and aircraft attacked from rear lines along the Central Front.
George M. Humphrey told the Senate Finance Committee that a broad tax reduction is not possible in the immediate future but he supports tax cuts as soon as feasible. He plans a full study of the tax system as one of his first duties as secretary of the treasury.
Colorful Ohio groups headed the Fourth Division in the inaugural parade. Gov Frank Lausche rode with the Kent State 50 piece American Legion band as Burma the 50 ton elephant led the Ohio entry. Defiance College choir performed at pre inauguration ceremonies. Ohioans wore blue and white Ohio badges in the crowds.
A Greyhound bus rear ended a tractor trailer on the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Laurel Hill tunnel. Fifteen passengers were hurt, six detained at Somerset Community Hospital, with one in critical condition. The driver said he blacked out while steering.
A fall from a second story cafe window in Cincinnati caused the death of Joseph Biaton 67 on Monday. He was employed at the cafe. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.
Washington reports that Senate confirmation for Charles E. Wilson as defense secretary appears unlikely unless he divests from General Motors. An informal GOP survey suggests at least a quarter of Republicans and most Democrats may oppose. Hearings planned before inauguration could test his willingness to alter prior statements on stock, pension, and conflicts of interest.
The Army drafts 53,000 men through selective service in March and Defense Department signals suggest similar monthly calls through June. This March figure matches February, and contrasts with 48,000 in January, 47,000 in each of the prior three months, and 30,000 last September.
Five day forecast calls for near normal temperatures with normal highs 35 to 42 and lows 18 to 23. Colder spell on Wednesday and Thursday, warmer Friday, then colder again over the weekend. Snow flurries expected Wednesday and rain or snow likely Friday.
Retiring President Truman packed up and left the White House after turning national leadership to Dwight D. Eisenhower. He planned a quiet return to Missouri with farewell stops including a Capitol oath, a cabinet luncheon, and a rest before a train ride home to Independence.
Desi Arnaz announced at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital that his wife Lucille Ball had a baby boy by Caesarean delivery weighing 8 pounds 9 ounces. The couple had previously welcomed daughter Lucie Desirée Arnaz. Desiderio Alberto Arnaz IV is the newborn’s full name.
Dwight D. Eisenhower today becomes the first U S president ever limited to two terms in the White House.
Washington report notes dispute over whether Cleveland’s two nonconsecutive terms count as separate presidencies. It covers Eisenhower’s oath, his inaugural address length, and a congratulatory Morse code message from Gov. Lausche delivered by amateur radio operators.
Walter Hirsch, 23, former University of Kentucky basketball star, testified that he and teammate William Spivey agreed to accept bribes to influence Kentucky scores during the 1950 51 season. Spivey, 23, seven foot center, is charged with perjury for denying game fixing and bribe discussions.
Forty seven fishermen marooned for two hours on a drifting ice floe were saved by Coast Guardsmen and civilians near Sandusky Bay Ohio Monday night. The floe broke free west of Bay Bridge on the Lake Erie side of the Michigan peninsula and drifted 700 feet southwest into the bay before rescuers arrived. Some men waded ashore as the floe neared land. Three men tried to use a smaller ice block as a raft but it broke, sending them back to the floe where they swam to shore.
The historic route from the Capitol to the White House, long called the Historic Mile, is clarified as 9600 feet or 18 miles. The description reflects older planners noting the distance and route significance for the inaugural parade.
In a Tokyo interview Major General Delmar T. Spivey described frequent, tense air activity over Northern Japan. He noted U.S. and Soviet pilots fence the region near Hokkaido and Sakhalin, with Russian airfields within reach and the air defense system ready, as he prepares to command the U.S. Far Eastern Air Defense Zone.
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.
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!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.