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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 05, 1955

Page

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Record Traffic Deaths Hit New Fourth of July Toll

Fourth of July weekend traffic deaths rose to a record high with a three day total of 748 across all accidents. Drownings reached 233 and miscellaneous deaths 133, a peak for the period. a single fireworks fatality is reported and incidents include a fatal two car crash west of Cir-Cleville killing three. Loretta Porter, Gloria Fleshman, and Howard B. Smith are among the deceased in identified cases.

United States Ae Eli Kiet Safety” Council Ned + HL Dearborn State Highway Patrol Fic Huss Frank Cir- Cleville Ohio Lorettal Porter Jackson Gloria Fleshman Chicago Howard B.’ Smith Chester P. Cox Roseville Muskingum County

Trains Crash Near Fort Sumner Five Missing

Two freight trains collided head on west of Car Genas New Mexico 36 miles from here. Five crew members are missing as fire consumes the wreckage after officials alerted by radio from Mrs Charles Anaya. The collision occurred on the Santa Fe main line.

Fort Sumner N. M Here Charles Anaya Car- Genas Santa F

Return of Five U S Turncoats Reported From Red China

Readable text describes U S plans for a cold reception for three American POW turncoats arriving July 9 in Hong Kong from Red China. Names include Lewis Grigsby, Tudsonelle, Bell of Olympi Wik, and Wil Coram of Dayton GA, with broader notes on Belgian POWs and Indian Red Cross involvement.

Hong Kong U. S Red China Red Indian Red Cross New Delhi Lewis W. Grige Xt Tudsonelle Olympi Wik Wil Coram Dayton Gofra Eiging United States Ustie Zenina Monty Wet Tay Fay China Red Crow Btn Red Crowe Canton State Department Bell Verdyk Roger Griggs Cowart Devriendt Louis Verdyk Commu Peiping

D C Transit Strike Enters Fifth Day in Capital

The D C transit strike reaches its fifth day as 2400 AFL streetcar and bus operators and mechanics remain off the job. Government workers faced downtown commuting for the first time since the walkout began, with wage figures noted for drivers and mechanics under the old contract.

AFL

Monte Carlo Bank Deficit Triggers Run On Funds

Monte Carlo bank reports a 400 million franc deficit amid falling Monaco stock values and rumors of insolvency. A run on the bank followed as investors feared losses from investments by the Monaco Bank, Ing and Precious Metals Co. Fireworks caused a separate $200,000 Oakland blaze blamed on teenagers.

Oakland Calif Monte Carlo Monaco France Monaco Bank Ing and Precious Metals Co

Sold on the first day ad offer for cash buyers

Messenger Want Ads invite quick ad placements for children related items with a phone call and automatic results, promising fast cash buyers and simple posting.

Police call for help to disperse unruly crowd at Franklin Park

Police requested reinforcements as about 1000 youths gathered at Franklin Park. Officers said teenagers threw stones beer cans and firecrackers at patrol cars after learning there would be no fireworks.

Columbus Ohio Pace Franklin Park

Fireworks Injure Two Teen Sisters in Cincinnati

Police faced a flood of calls as fireworks sparked protests in Cincinnati. Teen sisters were injured when torpedoes exploded near them while children playing with firecrackers were blamed for fires. In Munich a bomb parcel exploded at a post office, killing two.

Cincinnati Walter Zimmer Munich Germany

Governor Vetoes Bill to Free Vans From Tax

Columbus Ohio Governor Lausche vetoed a bill granting tax exemptions for moving vans. The action marks a sixth veto by Lausche this session and leaves the exemption proposal in doubt. Supporters argued the tax relief would aid resident truck operators traveling for business, while opponents warned it may violate equal protection of the law. The bill aimed to protect moving vans from state taxes when crossing into other states and to spur industry growth.

Columbus Frank Taasche Tla Onio Ausche Hoga Lausche Ohio

Burrowing Hose Owner Gives Up After Ground-Sucking Hose

In Downey California George Di Pesce ended his strange saga of a 20 foot green plastic hose that vanished into the ground under his front yard. He reports the hose sank further and attempts to retrieve it failed as groundwater or quicksand-like sand pulled it downward. Meanwhile in Cincinnati Eva Crosley, 43, wife of Powel Crosley Jr., owner of the Reds, died Sunday night of cancer.

Eoes Guicksand

First Powder Puff Derby Finishers In California

Two California women completed the 2800 mile Powder Puff Derby on Monday. Mrs Imbelle McCrae of Lemon Grove, a former Air Force flight nurse, and her co pilot Mrs Betty McNeil of La Mesa, a grandmother of six, both listed age 39. A crowd of about 2000 watched the arrivals as the first plane landed on the Beach course.

California Imbelle McCrae Lemon Irove Calif Air Force Betty McNeil la Mesa Beach

Pogo Blimp Pilots Earn Harmon Aviation Trophies

In New York the 1965 Harmon Aviation Trophies honored Navy blimp commander Skeets Coleman and test pilot Sages Mazion HL for outstanding international achievements in inter航空ics, recognizing their work with the Navy's airships and vertical takeoff plane program.

Harmon New York Navy Skeets Coleman Navy Sages Mazion HL. Dope

Bleachers Collapse Hurts Sixteen at Maine Carnival

A Maine carnival weather stand collapsed into a muddy field at night injuring sixteen people, with two serious injuries reported. SACU and Fourth of July fair officials said the event caused the collapse.

Sacu Maine

18-Year-Old Greta Patterson Sails Across Lake Erie

Eighteen-year-old Greta Patterson of Batavia New York became the first person to swim the 15 mile stretch of Lake Erie from the amusement resort to the American shore. She completed the feat in 13 hours and 3 minutes. The crossing occurred amid a westerly wind of 8 to 10 mph as Patterson swam most of the way without a bathing suit to reduce chafing and drag near a large marble Capitol-like building adjacent to the lake housing a labor union.

Crystal Leach Greta Patterson Batavia N. Y Lake Erie Greta Capitol

Repeated Truce Breaks Charged to Communists

Khrushchev urged honest talks at Geneva while warning the West that Soviet decisions were made for grave reasons not to please others. He defended Soviet proposals as honest and urged equal talks, asserting Western readers misread Soviet aims and defended bold moves as necessary.

Ogg Coe la Aig Nikita Thrush Russia Geneva Tans Sur Ty Walter X Waimaley United States Communist Party Nikolai Bulgan TNA Spripow Khrush-chev Pate Cleneva Weirnfey Khrushchev Soviet Union Soviet “Union

Man Held After Stove Food Incident in Columbus

In Columbus Georgia Mrs C Simpson reported she left for a meeting and returned to find supper missing from the stove. County Police Capt O F Gunn said Buck Simpson was arrested and held for investigation after an officer saw him leaving the scene with the allegedly hot stove food.

Columbus C. Simpson F. Gunn Buck Simpson Simpson

Ancient Buildings Burn in Norway Harbor Fire

A fire in a Norwegian harbor destroyed several ancient buildings. Damages were estimated at about 5240.000 dollars. The blaze caused extensive destruction and prompted immediate emergency response from local crews.

Norway

Today’s Chuckle Hints Optimists and Nath Promises

A lighthearted line suggests that today’s humor may lean optimistic though the speaker jokes about being nicknamed Nate. The brief quip plays on wordplay and name familiarity without detailing events or dates.

New Ohio Law's Power Over Council Questioned

A fragmentary report notes a new Ohio law affecting five groups from a list that may not hold closed meetings. It mentions preserving the rules committees of both houses of the General Assembly to conduct closed sessions. The wording is unclear about specifics or outcomes.

Ohio Woth General Assembly

Missing Tot Safe After Bear Encounter Near Libby Montana

In Libby Montana a missing child, Ida Mae Curtis, was found in a wooded hollow about 30 yards from the tent area where she disappeared. She was unhurt, described as frightened but not severely. Searchers reported bears seen near the site and the girl's father embraced her upon reunion.

Libby Mont Ida‘ Mae Curtis Fedriul

Peron Says Enemies Still Trying Sedition

NOS AMES Argentina President Juan D Peron said in a broadcast today that enemies he failed to assassinate in the June 16 revolution are now spreading rumors and trying sedition.

Nos Ames Argentina Juan D. Peron

Egyptian Guns Hit and Ship Damage Reported

Cairo reports the British freighter Anshun was holed between decks sixteen feet above the waterline by an Egyptian shore battery on Sunday. No casualties or heavy damage were reported as the vessel continued to Aqaba with pilgrims from Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan bound for Mecca. London says full facts are needed before compensation is discussed.

Cairo Egypt London Aqanda Jordan Shannon Jana

State and National Bank Calls Issued

The state superintendent's office issued a call for the condition of affiliated banks as of the close of business June 30. The document outlines the status of national and state banks and requests examination details for oversight.

Five Day Forecast and Health Updates From Washington

A garbled Washington brief reports no change in Johnson's condition and a forecast noting normal minimums between 2 and 6. It mentions a senatorial matter and a late Saturday attack with chest injuries. The text is fragmented but indicates ongoing health concerns and political notes.

Johnson Depres Washington Lyon Benason Senate

World Prays for Girl With Brain Disease

A plea for prayers for a young girl with a brain disease fills calls to Mrs. Lind and others. The child, Ann, is in a coma at home after illness and is reportedly receiving care in Gallipolis. Neighbors urge hope as fund offers and community support grow.

Lind Fraid Hasbard Willams Hadield Joan Fors Fie Penyers Seara Debs Germany Ble Ann Ager Bartha Billings Ing

PRI claims overwhelming congressional victory in Jonas election

The Revolutionary Party PRI reported sweeping results in Jon a congressional elections. The National Electoral Council said final tallies would not be known until Wednesday as public interest remained high. Still PRI claimed about 70 percent turnout and a sweeping victory anticipated in the Chamber of Deputies.

EAU 111 Party of Revolutionary Institutions PRI Jona Coen Chamber of Depuens A

Ohio Model to Represent at Mise Univ Contest

Cleveland report states Mim Carol Hagerman a 19 year old professional model from Columbus will represent Ohio at the Mise University contest in Long Beach California. She won the state contest here last night and receives a round trip plane ticket to the event.

Ohio Cleveland Mim Carol Hagerman Columbus Long Beach Calif Sly

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