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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1956

Page

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Harriman Eyes Civil Rights Split to Hurt Stevenson

Atlantic City coverage notes Harriman’s bid for the Democratic nomination hinges on driving a wedge over civil rights. He argues a split in Stevenson’s faction could pressure a tougher party stand at Chicago. The plan risks a possible convention walkout and loss in Southern states, with New York crucial to victory.

Jack Men Atlantic City N. Ji New York Averell Harriman Adlai E. Stevenson Harriman Chicago Stevenson Supreme Court

Truck Trans. Kills Worker

A refrigerated truck left a Maryland plant for Wilmington Delaware. Maintenance man Thomas Hock, 34, vanished and was later found dead in the truck’s refrigerated compartment just across the state line. He died of asphyxiation from carbon dioxide fumes after a struggle to escape.

Baltimor Wilmington Del Delaware Thomas Hock S. S. Bjornsen Hock

Roadblock Nabs Pair After $3800 Holdup

Green Lane police set up a road block 15 miles east of town after a $3800 armed robbery at Green Lane First National Bank Wednesday. They captured two Akron men identified as Charles Musselman, 36, and Roy Furlong, 8.

Green Lane, Paisvit Here Green Lane First National Bank Akron Charles ‘Musselman Roy Furlong

Lost Ad in The Messenger Offers Quick Finder Trace

A classifieds pitch urges readers to place a Lost Ad in The Messenger to trace finders. It promises fast matching for jewelry money pets rain coats and more and notes a 60 cent charge with optional charging.

Messenger

Massive Fire Outbreak Strains Southwest Forest Service

In Albuquerque and across Arizona and New Mexico about 150 fires triggered mainly by lightning stretched across rugged terrain. 2500 rangers battled the blazes, with the Graham Mountain 4800 acre blaze near Safford and a new 2000 acre spread near the Sangre de Cristo area marking the worst regional fire season to date.

Albuquerque Forest Service Arizona New Mexico M. H. Davis Graham Mountain Safford Ariz Néw Mexico Davis Sangre del Cristo Mountains Colorado Line

Citizens Try To Keep Plant In Shelby Shoe Co Case

About 50 leading Portsmouth citizens formed a committee to keep Shelby Shoe Co in “real hands.” They met to hear a status report on a large stock block bought last month by Sydney L. Albert of Akron, though it is believed he did not secure controlling interest. In Cleveland, an immediate audit of Bellanca Corp was ordered.

Portsmouth Shelby Shoe Co Sydney L. Albert Akron Albert Bellanca Corp Cleveland

President Eisenhower Leaves Hospital After Recovery Update

President Eisenhower’s doctors reported today he has begun to gain strength after surgery and a period of critical illness. He plans to leave Walter Reed Army Hospital on Saturday morning to continue convalescence at Gettysburg Pennsylvania.

Eisenhower Kansas City Area Walter Reed Army Hospital Gettysburg

Soviet Press Sparks Debate on Stalin Era Repression

Washington officials expect a public explanation from Soviet leaders for why they did not stop or punish Stalin's terror. Dulles questioned Moscow's grip on Communist parties while experts warned the shift may signal growing dissent within the Soviet leadership as Pravda comments run the gauntlet of criticism.

Ny Joh M. Mronruwen Washington State Department Joseph Stalin Pravda Communist Party Munist Dulles Moscow Stalin

Vet Pension Hopes Dim In Senate

Washington AP reports Senate action on a House passed pension bill with a $90 a month provision for World War I veterans dim. The measure, stripped of payments to widows and dependents, passed the House 236 451 and goes to the Senate as Sen. Byrd and Teague discuss timing and cost. About 3 million World War I veterans would be eligible at age 65 if income limits are met.

Washington Senate House Sen Byrd D-Va Olin E. Teague House Veterans Affairs Committee Tm House

Radiation Guards Asked at Public Health Forum

Dr. Simon Kinsman of the Taft Sanitary Engineering Center addressed about 35 Ohio health commissioners in Uraville urging stronger radiation safety amid new industrial uses of radioactive materials. He warned ionizing radiation is insidious and often undetectable, noting delays between exposure and injury can create a false sense of security. He urged medical oversight and safety practices.

Simon Kinsman Robert A. Taft Sanitary Engineer Center Sineinnati Ohio Health Commissioners Kinsman

Mailman Takes Sick Leave After Goose Bite on Route

Oklahoma City mailman John Dershhon, long wary of dogs, ends up on sick leave after being pinched by a pet goose on his route. The incident, unusual in the city, highlights hazards postal workers face from animals beyond dogs.

Oklanuma City Oklahoma City John Dershhon

Manhunt Shifts to Mount Blanchard Area Near Findlay

State highway patrol launches intensive pursuit after a man resembling triple killer Alfred Wilson seen in a restaurant near Findlay. Waitresses identified likeness, crowds join search. a jug found near Warren carried Wilson fingerprints but broke accidentally.

Wilson John Blue‘dorm

Committee Approves Gallipolis Navigation Bill

Washington House Public Works Committee approved a bill to authorize future construction funding for navigation flood control power and beach erosion projects totaling 1 100 120 000. Ohio projects include navigation work on the Ohio River at Gallipolis 66 000.

Washington House Public Work Committee Ohio Ohio River Gallipolis

Joe Gordon Resigns as Coach of the Detroit Tigers

Joe Gordon resigns as coach of the Detroit Tigers after a feud with team president Walter C. Briggs Jr. Gordon, a former 11 season major league player, had been in his first season as Detroit coach following years as supervisor ofTiger scouts on the West Coast.

Ovetory Te J Detroit Tigers Walter C Spike) Briggs Jr Gordon Detroit Tiger West Coast

Motorist Is Killed in Route 327 Accident

A Ross County man died in a one car crash on Route 327 late Wednesday night. The vehicle left a slight curve, veered 110 feet off the highway, and the body was found near the road. Deputies and the coroner reported death at 11 40 from a watch inside the car. The victim, son of Mr and Mrs James Sheets of Chillicothe rural route, was taken to Ware funeral home.

Logan Mocking County Ross ‘County Theear Ross County Joe Breezer Kenneth Rheinscheid J. W. Doering Ware Funeral Chillicothe Sheets James Sheets Chill ‘Cothe

Lausche Calls For Road Safety Over Speed Emphasis

Ohio Governor Frank Lausche urged shifting focus from horsepower to road safety and vehicle safety devices at a Wednesday news conference. He criticized the constant push for faster cars and urged measures to curb speed and improve enforcement.

Ailanin Uity Frank J. Lausche Lausche Govern Wes

48 Million Given For Cancer Research

Washington report notes Congress approved a 48.6 million dollar allocation for cancer research in the coming year, part of a money bill sent to the White House. The action highlights ongoing federal support for medical research programs and funding levels.

Washington —Jr Congress White House

Bombing attempt hits US car in Cyprus

A bomb detonated in the gas tank of an American owned car in Nicosia Cyprus causing minor damage and no injuries. The owner, Louis La Bauve of New Orleans, works at the U S radio relay station. British forces linked the crude device to youths sympathetic to EOKA.

Nicosia Cyprus Louis la Bauve New Orleans State Department U. S Mediterranean la Bauve EOKA National Organization For Cy

Former OSU student surrenders to police

The state's attorney said Marc Dickles, 21, a former Ohio State University student from Tremont Ohio, surrendered to answer a charge of receiving and a looted of furs and jewelry last winter.

Miami Flas H Marc Mickles Ohio State University Tremont Ohio

Steel Fires Die As Negotiations Stalemated

SEW YORK AP The steel industry entered a pause as 12 major companies and the United Steelworkers failed to reach a settlement on a five year contract. A strike postponement was discussed while talks continued, but rejected by both sides. McDonald demanded retroactivity to July 1 for any extension, which the companies balked at. A possible deal remained contingent on accepting a four year and four month package with benefit cuts. In Hamilton Ohio a Norfolk Southern freight train crossing killed six, including three men from Ohio and Kentucky, as two women were also among the deceased. investigators identified two men and one woman at the scene while two other women remained unnamed.

SEW York United Steelworkers of America Iewok Wedneta David J. McDonald McDonald

Defenses For Missile Promised

The Army projects an antimisile system ready in four to five years to counter the ICBM threat armed with a nuclear warhead. Testimony released by a Senate subcommittee shows Nike II aims to destroy ballistic missiles at supersonic speeds, with reach to high altitudes, to meet the described threat by 1980.

Senate

Special Session Seeks Local Funds Answer

The legislature meets to address sharp municipal revenue losses from recent court deletions aiming to restore funding and stabilize local budgets. The move seeks a rapid solution to curb fiscal damage affecting cities and services.

Secret White House Meeting Reported in Eisenhower Era

A report drawn from Robert J Donovan's book asserts President Eisenhower held a secret White House meeting the night of January 13 during his second term. It cites discussions with officials, the first private nuclear reactor plan, and security restrictions shaping policy influencing world peace and administration strategy.

White House Wassington Yiates Eisenhower Chicago Wadsock Robert J. Teration Donovan Chauncey 2 Prastan Wats Jhet Gallipolis Fae O-Walt Aboat Research LoKas Coli Mlindis Institute of Technology Senate Point Pleasant Endower Ceres Leonard W. Hail State Dulles Henry Cabot Lodge Shernan Adams Wilton B. Persons Reas James C. Hager Howard Pye Tom Stephens Secretary of the Treasury Humphrey Summerfield Milton Eisenhower Milton Usenhower World Cy

Decision Looms as 1988 Campaign Tensions Rise

fragmentary notes show Sept 24 1988 heart attack and a February 2 decision context. Questions persist about McCarthy tactics, Donovan material, and inquiries by the Investigations subcommittee. References to Eisenhower era politics, potential new party ideas, and key remarks on race and constitutional school segregation surface amid heated Washington debate.

Kise Wan Power Eek Sen. McCarthy Donovan Sete Reals Ale United States McClellan D-Ark China Congress Eisenhower Coma Sen McCarthy Supreme Court

Two Die in Freezer After Lid Left Open

In Dallas a mother named Jenkins returned home to find her two children suffocated inside a home freezer. Neighbors say she had cleaned the unit and left the lid raised to air it. Children Sandra 8 and Gregory 6 are named in the report with details of the tragedy.

Dallas Wreathy Jenkins

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