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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1955
Page
1
In Albuquerque a five year old Dale Holmen and his brother chased a kite across streets and railroad tracks. The mishap ended with the kite catching a dog and the family reflecting that low-flying pups are at risk when kites fly loose.
Pravda reports a Soviet backed proposal to ban nuclear and mass destruction weapons, with a two stage 50 percent cut plus destruction within six months and a subsequent six months. It calls for a council to guarantee disarmament and a universal convention signed by all nations.
Dr. John A. Beard sues for 300000 alleging libel after his dismissal as Irving Texas school superintendent sparked a teacher and staff walkout. Irving citizens and some school board members dispute reasons for firing Beard while the board cites lack of cooperation. The dispute follows a vote on whether to abolish the school district, which would shift board powers.
Preliminary estimates place total insured losses at about 137000, amounting to ten million dollars from the windstorm across eastern Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky Tuesday. Figures derived from adjusting groups representing fire insurance firms. Estimates based on surveys in the affected regions during the 24 hours after the storm.
The Ohio House approved an auto inspection bill 76 to 46, sending the measure toward the Senate. It would require annual safety checks for all cars and trucks at state-licensed garages, with inspectors’ fees set at $1.50 per vehicle. If the Senate and governor sign, inspections could begin July 1, 1966.
Two Hillsboro brothers Henry Jennings and Willard Lurt were acquitted in a 10 year old murder case of Kermit Damron in Pikeville Kentucky. Judge F P Keesee ruled acquittal less than five hours after trial began. The decision cites lack of evidence to sustain a verdict. In a separate item Columbus reports an engineer for industrial section identified Damron’s body found last fall in woods near Regina. Navural Iron’s Consumers served by Westim say the company over evaluated its rate proposal. The Public Utilities Commission set hearings to April 1.
Cleveland reports the U S Department of Agriculture issued an emergency milk marketing order lowering farm milk price by about 3 to 4 cents per pound butterfat and 13 to 15 cents per hundredweight skimmed milk. A farm meeting heard the move might boost fertilizer sales and civilization depends on how farmers use fertilizer.
The Atomic Energy Commission will construct a research reactor in Geneva Switzerland to demonstrate at a United Nations sponsored atomic conference in August. The account notes concerns about soil fertility and farm management, discussing nitrogen fertilizers and soil conservation methods.
A sweeping AP survey shows six states have laws penalizing chatter on telephone party lines during emergencies. New York already imposes misdemeanor penalties up to 90 dollars. Similar laws passed in Michigan and Massachusetts with bills moving in Indiana Arizona Tennessee and Ohio.
In Columbus a heated debate centered on an amendment to an elections bill aimed at curbing party switch loyalties. The bill and amendment passed, sending the measure to the House, while Dems challenged Latta and supported linking to party primary changes. Key provisions include removing presidential electors from ballots, five year disqualification for missed expense filings, and pay increases for election board members.
Paris observers report broad support for the Paris agreements as the ratification debate proceeds in the French Senate. Coordinated backing from multiple parties signals a likely endorsement of the accords despite remaining objections and potential last minute speeches.
Airman Gerard Rosenthal, 22, son of a New York toy manufacturer, was found guilty of murdering a sleeping Air Force buddy and sentenced to death in the electric chair. His parents showed shock as jurors polled the verdict in the Memphis court proceeding.
Columbus Ohio dispatch reports the 31st Infantry Division Ohio National Guard appoints Col Oliver H Gibson to command the 166th Regimental Combat Team to fill a vacant post caused by action of General Kreber. Gibson previously served as executive officer of the unit.
U S monopoly for synthetic rubber is set to pass into private hands by midnight. Names tied to the arrangement include Firestone Goodyear and U S Rubber along with several syndicates. Australian Prime Minister Robert G Mengies concludes a 10 week Bible tour in San Francisco.
Senator George proposes a high level meeting of the United States, Russia, Britain, and France after Germany issues resolve. Senator Knowland backs a preliminary Big Three talk to align policy before broader talks with Russia. Both urge unity among free world allies and a prepared congressional stance before any full dress session.
Senator Knowland plans to address Yalta when relevant despite President Eisenhower stating such discussions gain nothing. He will push to discuss lessons from Yalta as a guide for future policy, while Bridges says past lessons should inform future strategy. Republicans view Yalta as a critical historical reference. Democrats argue Roosevelt acted on military advice.
New York AP report on the Minot F. Mickey Jelke vice case shows prosecutor Liebler failing to extract details from Barbara Harmon a hostile witness who corroborates that Jelke recruited her for prostitution. Sen Clifford Case supports laying out the record dispassionately and avoiding reputational attacks while Eisenhower’s aides undertake a similar approach.
A bill advancing from the Ohio Senate would permit Perry County to swap a courthouse title as part of a property reform. The measure stems from discussions around Somerset and a nominal sale price, with officials aiming to clarify ownership while the building remains in public use.
The Ohio House Education Committee backed electing a state board of education voters approved in 1953, rather than a governor appointed board. The nine member board would include one member from each appellate district. the bill passed 4 to 18 with Democrats planning to oppose. If approved, the measure moves to the Senate. supporters and opponents debate the allocation of power.
Police say a Huberstown couple Mr. and Mrs. L W Newman of Clintonville were found dead in their car parked in a locked garage. The woman appeared ill. the man slumped beside her. A funeral home note indicated their arrangements.
Wellston High School seeks new head football coach after Ben Wilson left for Mount Vernon High School last week. The candidate list includes former undefeated Coal Grove High School coach Mel Ad. Ad is among applicants for the vacant Wellston post amid team expectations.
At Biggs Air Force Base a B 50 bomber landing rammed a B 26 target towplane causing a fire. One airman Merle A Talbott of San Lorenzo was killed and four others seriously injured. Other details from El Paso dispatch.
Cleveland dispatch details a grim public notice about Harry Horkins, described as a dirty man, whose illness worsened to ulceration and bronchial pneumonia. The account notes his lodging with hotel staff and failing health, with ambulance crews reluctant to move him without funds, prompting city health department involvement and questions about access to care. Relatives visited as care plans shifted under city orders.
The 1857 legislature passed a law prohibiting Perry County from disposing of the old courthouse after moving the county seat from Somerset to New Lexington. The bill allows the county to sell the courthouse to the village once repairs are complete. The Senate acted on a House bill regarding a measure to resignate. The rose is noted as the national flower with Senate members wearing roses in a North Day event. Clara Welsen from Dayton supported the vote in the Senate.
Several steel firms led by Armco Steel Corp of Middletown Ohio settled an eight million dollar Sherman antitrust suit out of court for under one hundred thousand dollars. Aero Sales Co of Dallas Texas and The Texas Bank Corp of Los Angeles and Houston filed the suit in 1950 alleging the steel time favored eastern buyers over West and Southwest customers during World War II.
STUTTGART Germany Reds recover a US Army helicopter pilot and a German national after a forced landing near Bad Neustadt in Bavaria. The two person helicopter went down across the border into East Germany last Thursday afternoon due to snow and strong winds.
Rep. Roger Cloud and Sen. Stanley Mechem told Ohio farmers the state cannot fund all requested aid. Speaking at Ohio State University during Farm and Home Week, they outlined limits and priorities for supporting agriculture research and programs. Transport Gen. William M. Black was due to bring 3573 Marines of the 1st Division home from Korea, arriving in San Francisco.
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