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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1961

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Former paratrooper Morgan faces death sentence in Cuba

Maj William Morgan once left the United States to join Fidel Castro's army and now stands trial by a Cuban military tribunal for aiding anti Castro rebels. Prosecutors seek a firing squad death for Morgan and 30 year terms for co defendants. Revolucion charges U S Navy supplied expired polio vaccine to Cuban Red Cross workers in eastern Cuba, criticizing Kennedy era policy.

Havana Maj William Morgan Fidel Castro Castro U. S Cuba Morgan Toledo Mario Marin la Cabana Fortress Marin Escambray Mountains Revolution U. S. Navy Red Cross Kennedy

Ohio School Chief Seeks End of Cadet Teacher Certificates

Columbus Ohio superintendent Dr E E Holt will urge the State Board of Education to discontinue Cadet Elementary Certificates that allow someone with 2 to 4 years of college to teach while finishing college. A study committee will be asked to set a future date for ending issuance, with about a year needed for hearings and steps. The Ohio Education Association backs the move to ensure fully qualified elementary teachers. Holt also asks local superintendents to report on compliance with compulsory school immunization laws.

Columbus Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction State Board of Education E. E. Holt State Board Ohio Education Association HOLT State Education Department

Violent clash near National Electric Coil strike site

Gunfire erupted from a car striking a Norwich street house during the National Electric Coil Co strike near Columbus. Police say two men were arrested in connection with the incident, marking another burst of violence in the month-old strike.

Columbus Norwich National Electric Coil Co

Nixon Schedules Speech Before Republican Committee

Richard M. Nixon appears before the Republican State Central Committee in Sacramento California on Saturday in his first political appearance since the November election.

Nixon Sacramento Calif Richard M. Nixon Republican State Central Committee

Winter costs 3.8 million for salt on Ohio highways

Governor Michael V. DiSalle reports that through January Ohio incurred 3.8 million dollars in winter costs to melt ice and snow on state highways.

Columbus Michael V. DiSalle Ohio

Reappointment to State Medical Board Named

V DiSalle announces the reap pointment of Dr Horace B David of Columbus as chairman to the State Medical Board for a term ending March 18 1968.

Columbus Michael V. DiSalle Horace B. Davidson State Medical Board

Republicans Hopeful Democrats Discouraged At Midway Point

Ohio lawmakers near the session midpoint show split views as Republicans in control push for key measures while Democrats worry the period has produced little. Leaders say aims include avoiding tax increases and passing needed budget items. A bipartisan conference committee will meet at 7 p.m. Monday to resolve differences on the unemployment benefits bill.

Columbus Ohio 104Th General Assembly Senate Frank W. King D-Lucas House James A. Lantz D-Fairfeild Michael V. DiSalle C. Stanley Mechem Nelsonville

TV's Paar Sullivan Vie Over Rates In Late Show Feud

Ed Sullivan proposed a public rating duel with Jack Paar to settle fees for performers, replying to Paar's challenge to stage a head to head broadcast on NBC. Sullivan argued performers should not be paid up to 7500 for one show while Paar pays 320 for another, prompting the dispute.

New York Ed Sullivan Jack Paar Paar Sullivan CBS NBC

Congo Rebels Free 11 Kivu Chiefs Amid Un Confirmed Coup Reports

Eleven Kivu tribal leaders held since leftist takeover last year were released from Stanleyville jail per the United Nations. The UN could not confirm Moscow backed Antoine Gizenga ousting. reports said Gen Victor Lundula or Jean Foster Manzikala may have seized power. Gizenga's raiding party previously jailed Miroho and aides after capturing Bukavu. UN Congo mission negotiates return of troops to Banana and Matadi ports.

Leopoldville Congo Kivu Stanleyville United Nations Moscow Antoine Gizenga Victor Lundula Jean Foster Manzikala Oriental Province Gizenga Miroho Bukavu Banana Matadi

Africans Demand Immediate Congo Debate at UN Assembly

African delegates urged the United Nations General Assembly to open an immediate Congo debate as Cold War divisions delay sessions. Ghana and others push for early discussion with Yugoslavia reportedly backing the move. Nkramah proposes a predominantly African Congo operation, while the Soviet plan calls for all UN forces to withdraw within a month.

United Nations N. Y UN General Assembly Congo Ghana Yugoslavia Koca Popovic Assembly Kwame Nkraham

Truman marks 20th anniversary of Senate War Investigating Committee

Former President Harry S. Truman celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Senate War Investigating Committee on Thursday night. Washington's leading figures from both parties attended the event, highlighting the panel's role as Truman's springboard to national prominence.

Washington Harry S. Truman Senate War Investigating Committee Truman

Screen Star Elizabeth Taylor Off Danger List

Elizabeth Taylor, 29, was taken off the danger list after a fight with double pneumonia. She no longer needs an oxygen machine, though a breathing tube remains in place as doctors plan removal within a day or two. Sue Cardozo, her friend and temporary press secretary, said she is improving and smiling while still requiring effort to talk.

Eddie Liz London Elizabeth Taylor Eddie Fisher Miss Taylor Jis Sue Cardozo Elizabeth

Opinion: Transfers cannot divide district borders

Atty. Gen. Mark McElroy states that a school district territory cannot be transferred if the move would leave the original district with non adjoining areas. The opinion cautions on boundary changes and emphasizes contiguity of district lines.

Columbus Atty Mark McElroy

Washington Post Co Buys Newsweek for $8 Million

The Washington Post Company has purchased Newsweek magazine for a reported eight million dollars, expanding its media holdings. The deal consolidates ownership of the weekly news weekly with the Post brand and leadership.

New York The Washington Post Co Newsweek Magazine

Ohio five day forecast with mild spell and light precip

Temperatures run 2 to 5 degrees above normal with highs 44 to 57 and lows 27 to 39. Mild Saturday Monday and Wednesday, cooler Sunday and Tuesday. Precipitation under .2 inch with scattered showers Sunday and Tuesday, beginning in the west late Saturday and Monday. Snow flurries likely Sunday and Tuesday.

Ohio West

Senate Group Presses Hearings On Idle Aid

The Senate Finance Committee pushes to wind up public hearings on an emergency unemployment aid bill. Secretary Goldberg testifies for a third day as lawmakers seek accurate state contribution estimates and confront allegations about inducing layoffs to inflate unemployment figures. Reuther denies the accusation. GM Ford and Chrysler spokesmen also deny involvement.

Senate Washington Senate Finance Committee Harry F. Byrd D-Va Arthur J. Goldberg Carl T. Curtis R-Neb Walter P. Reuther United Auto Workers Union Michigan Automobile Goldberg Reuther Sen Curtis Detroit General Motors Ford Chrysler Wallace F. Bennett Utah

Housing Approval Eyed By Democrats In Kennedy Plan

Democrats in Congress aim to enact President Kennedy's 3.25 billion housing program by May with Senate movement expected first. Proposals include mortgage liberalization for homes under 13 500 dollars and construction of 100 000 public housing units. Stakeholders foresee House opposition and building-industry pressure for changes up to 25 000 dollars.

Kennedy Washington Congress Alabama Senate House John J. Sparkman Albert Rains Rains

Missing Navy Plane Found

A Navy P2V patrol bomber crashed Thursday night into Lake George, about 65 miles south of Jacksonville. Rescue teams located the wreck in 10 to 15 feet of water. Cmdr. C. H. Boldt said there were no crew members aboard. A Navy diver will search the plane once a rescue boat arrives from Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Fla Lake George Cmdr C. H. Boldt Navy Boldt Seville

Contempt Upheld in 1959 Labor Dispute

The 7th District Court of Appeals upheld contempt of court fines against two union officials for violating a restraining order in a 1959 labor dispute. A third fine was dismissed.

Warren 7Th District Court of Appeals

Scientists dive to study inner earth history via Mohohole project

Scientists in San Diego begin Operation Mohoole to drill 3000 feet into the ocean floor off Southern California to sample ancient sediment layers. The project aims to reach Earth’s earliest surface, potentially revealing life’s origins and evolution. Late drilling will extend to 12 000 feet offshore in deeper waters.

California North America

Air Force Jet Crash Kills Captain Near Lancaster

An Air Force T33 trainer crashed near Lancaster Iowa after Capt Robert J Vitt and Col Walter K Morgan ejected. Vitt died from the fall after losing his parachute. Morgan survived with bruises. Investigators probe the loss of control at about 14 000 feet and who piloted the craft.

Lancaster Ohio Air Force Robert J. Vitt Walter K. Morgan Lockbourne Air Force Base Columbus Here Col Morgan Lockbourne Vitt

St Patrick's Day Dinner Program Listed in Memphis Irish Society

The Irish Society of Memphis schedules a St Patrick's Day dinner with Eddie Bousson singing Irish songs, Jimmie Demopolous also performing, Louie Pierini and his orchestra playing, and Rudy Willing serving as master of ceremonies.

Memphis Tenn Eddie Bousson Jimmie Demopolous Louie Pierini Rudy Willing

Fliers Release Probed by Senate Inquiry

Senator Styles Bridges of New Hampshire calls for a Senate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the release of two American fliers by the Soviet Union.

Washington Styles Bridges N.H Senate Soviet Union

Nixon says TV cannot replace printed word in politics

Former Vice President Richard M. Nixon asserts that television will never supplant the printed word in politics, arguing print media remains essential for public discourse.

New York Richard M. Nixon

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