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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1953

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French Cabinet Collapses Clouding Big Three Unity Talks

Washington reports indicate France’s sudden cabinet collapse complicates mid June talks among Churchill Mayer and Eisenhower. The Western alliance faces strains over Russia policy UN China Red China membership and Korean truce conduct while pre conference diplomacy stalls.

Cision Sen. McCarthy R-Wis Labor Party Clement Attlee Russia United Nations U. S

Blood donations decline amid Army plasma switch policy

The Red Cross pleads for donors after a sharp drop in collections. Medical Director David Grant cites lack of public understanding of the Army medical branch policy change from plasma to dextran as the key cause. He warns that whole blood remains essential for polio work and as a blood expander.

Washington Red Cross Red Cross Medical David Grant Army Medical Branch Grant Army

UN Chief Fires First American Employee

Dag Hammarskjold dismissed Eda Glaser a $4000-a-year library clerk after she refused to answer questions from the U S Senate loyalty investigators. The firing came after Hammarskjold reviewed her testimony before the Senate Internal Security Subcommittee.

United Nations N. Y Dag Hammarskjold U. S. Senate Eda Glaser Hammarskjold Senate Internal Security

President urged to take lawmakers to conference

Sen Wiley proposes that President Eisenhower invite bipartisan congressional observers to the Big Three conference with Churchill to aid understanding of allied issues. The debate centers on Britain's support for Communist China’s UN bid and Korea settlement, with Republicans pledging to oppose China’s entry.

Washington Sen Wiley R-Wis Eisenhower Churchill Great Britain China United Nations Korea H. Alexander Smith R-Nj Foreign Relations Committee

Nine Hospitalized In Antlerg Hotel Fire In Indianapolis

Heavy smoke from a small blaze flooded the eight story Antlerg Hotel near downtown Indianapolis sending nine to hospitals with smoke sickness and minor injuries. One eighth floor room and part of the hall were damaged and a guest was arrested for smoking in a hotel bed. Fire damage may reach 50000 dollars. Lou Moore of Fort Lauderdale who has won four 500 mile races at the Indianapolis Speedway was among those treated. Two guests clung to a ledge on the top floor as firefighters used a 100 foot ladder.

Indianapolis Lou Moore Fort Lauderdale Fla Indianapolis Speedway

Wellston Bay Lake Victim Drowns Near Wellston

Nelsonville—Roger Green 18 Wellston drowned in Lake Alma near Wellston Thursday while boating with friends. Son of Rev. Ray Green pastor of Wellston Methodist Church, he was active in Wellston High School band and activities. Burial set for Nelsonville.

Nelsonville Roger Green Wellston Wilson Green Lake Alma Green Uating Port Clinton

Ohio Senate Faces Budget and Highway Tax Drama

In Columbus the Ohio General Assembly weighs a 823 million budget for two years and a highway construction financing program. Senate leaders hint adjournment depends on action on key measures, with talks of a possible deal linking highway taxes to school subsidies.

Columbus Ohio General Assembly C. Stanley Mechem Rathens Senate House Mechem

Hunt Resumed For Lost Girl Near Menominee

A search resumed for 2 1/2 year old Beverly Ann Bradley of Milwaukee who wandered from a grandmother's cottage near Menominee Michigan. Bloodhounds from Merrill were en route to aid the effort and Beverly was last seen playing with her doll in the yard. Her grandfather is Mrs Edward Van Kleeck and her father Owen works in Columbus Ohio.

Menominee Mich Beverly Ann Bradley Milwaukee Merrill Wis Beverly Ann Edward E. van Kleeck Green Bay Owen Columbus, O

FBI May Drop Case Against 2 Ohioans

In Cleveland the painting theft case against Jasper J Aiello and John Millovich both of Youngstown may be dismissed due to insufficient evidence or witnesses from the FBI in Chicago. U S Attorney John J Kane Jr will move to drop charges when the case resumes in two weeks. Aiello and Millovich were among twelve arrested by the FBI.

Cleveland Jasper J. Aiello John Millovich Youngstown U. S John J. Kane Jr FBI Chicago Tony Aielo Millovich

Five day forecast shows above-normal temps and light rain

The outlook covers Saturday to Wednesday with temperatures averaging slightly above normal. Normal lows 50 to 53 and highs 71 to 78 with no major change. Showery conditions persist except on Sunday, total rainfall near one inch.

New York Stock Exchange elects two new governors

NEW YORK John Sloah Dickey president of Dartsmouth College and Charles R. Hook chairman of Armco Steel Corp Middletown C have been elected to the board of governors of the New York Stock Exchange.

New York John Sloah Dickey Dartsmouth College Charles R. Hook Armco Steel Corp Middletown, C New York Stock Exchange

Five Ohio State Students Expelled Over May Riot

Five Ohio State University students are expelled for their role in a riot on May 11. University officials say the disciplinary actions reflect a broader effort to maintain campus order and safety.

Columbus, O Ohio State University

Wild Winds Ripple Border Floods Kill and Injure

The Calcasieu River crest near Lake Charles caused two million dollars in property damage and forced 2000 families from homes. Eight drownings occurred statewide as rains swelled rivers across Louisiana. Sabine River flood threats rose at Orange Texas as guards and Navy reservists aided efforts.

Lake Charles Calcasieu River Louisiana Orange Tex Here Texas Navy Southern Texas National Sabine Deweyville Calcasieu Lake Charles Air Force Base Paul Cook

Storm Strikes Power Lines and Floods Roads in Ohio

A storm hit southern Athens County and northern Meigs County early today, causing widespread transformer and lines outages for Columbus and Southern Electric Co. Repairs were slowed by flooded rural roads as crews worked from 7:15 a.m. in Albany Carpenter Dyesville area. Heavy rains flooded low fields in Shade Pratts Fork Burlingham, easing the heat with a 9 a.m. temperature of 67. Rainfall was lighter in Athens than nearby areas.

Athens County Meigs County Columbus and Southern Electric Co Athens Electric Company Albany-Carpenter- Dyesville Shade-Pratts Fork-Burlingham

France Cool on UN Probe Over Indochina Invasion

UN diplomats report French circles resisted Thailand’s request for a UN investigation into the Vietminh invasion of Laos. The issue is likely to be raised in June in Bermuda by Eisenhower Churchill and Mayer as Western leaders discuss Indochina hostilities.

United Nations N.Y Thailand Laos Bermuda Eisenhower Churchill Mayer Indochina

Air Force Budget Cuts Spark Fight Over Wings Goal

The Air Force ends silence on five billion dollars in cuts arguing Eisenhower's 120-wing goal weakens national security. A report, requested by Senator Margaret Chase Smith, questions the plan and hints at a congressional fight to restore funds and wings.

Washington Air Force Eisenhowser D-Califle Yorty Congress Sen Margaret Chase Smith Ame Secretary of Defense Wilson Smith

Driver Given Prison Term for Double Nightly Tragedy

Henry Imrey was sentenced to one to 20 years in the Ohio Penitentiary on each of three manslaughter counts after pleading guilty. The judge allowed concurrent terms. Drunken driving charges were dropped. Imrey’s car struck three children and their bicycles on Bishop Road in Willoughby Township, killing Frederick Allen 9, Peter Allen 12, and Daniel Jack Jr. 9.

Painesville Henry Imrey Ohio Winfield Slocum Imrey Sheriff's Deputies Bishop Rd Frederick W. Allen Peter Allen Daniel A. Jack Jr Tall Tree Trail Willoughby Twp

High Court Advises Judge To Shun Case

The Ohio Supreme Court chief justice recommended Franklin County probate Judge C P McClelland disqualify himself from a million dollar estate case. The case involves the estate of Columbus manufacturer Dennis R Kelly.

Columbus, CO Ohio Supreme Court Franklin County Columbus Carl Weygandt C. P. McClelland Dennis R.kelly

Orphans Trek 900 Miles to Find Uncle in Arizona

Porfirio Perez-Villalobos and his brother Ricardo, 13 and 10, wandered from Arandas Mexico to Marana Arizona seeking their uncle Jose Maria Zaragosa. After a perilous journey earning pennies, immigration officers will send them to Nogales Sonora, as there is no local haven.

Tucson Ariz Porfirio Perez-Villalobos Ricardo Nogales Sonora Marana Jose Maria Zara Gosa Ed Hendricks Porfirio Arandes Mexico Guadalajara Zaragosa Arizona

Phoenix Girl Wins National Spelling Bee Title

Elizabeth Hess, 13, from Phoenix Arizona wins the national spelling bee by spelling soubrette after downing Raymond Sokolov of Detroit on spermaceti. President Eisenhower recalls his boyhood mischief with syzygy in a light remark. Ohio contenders scrape honors with top places among the Buckeye Journens and prizes listed.

Washington Eisenhower Elizabeth Hess Elizabeth Phoenix Ariz Raymond A. Sokolov Detroit

OSU Professor Wins Permit To Remain In U S

The Senate approved a bill allowing Dr. Arthur Tye of Ohio State University College of Pharmacy to stay in the United States. The measure now goes to the House for action. OSU President Bevis urged the immigration service not to deport Tye, calling his loss a blow to the university and the nation.

Washington Senate Arthur Tye Ohio State University College of Pharmacy House Howard L. Bevis Ohio State Immigration Service Tye Ohio State University

President Appoints Three New Envoys

President Eisenhower nominates R. Douglas Stuart RNC treasurer as ambassador to Canada. He also names Michael J. McDermott State Department press officer as ambassador to El Salvador and William T. Pheiffer New York attorney as ambassador to the Dominican Republic.

Washington Eisenhower R.douglas Stuart Republican National Committee Canada Michael J. McDermott State Department el Salvador William T. Pheiffer New York Dominican Republic

Tornado Hits Canada and Michigan Cities

A powerful tornado crossed from Michigan into Ontario causing at least four deaths and numerous injuries. Port Huron suffered heavy damage estimated at one million dollars while Sarnia endured widespread destruction in the business district. Rescue teams worked through the debris as trains and structures were toppled.

Port Huron Mich J. B. Gibbs St. Clair Sarnia Twin Cities Charles la Forest Here Springbank Ont Crossroads Simon Thompson Dorothy Sarah MacIntosh Lake Ontario Michigan Ontario St. Clair County Memphis Columbus Smiths Imperial Bank Vendome Clayton Saylor Smiths Creek Grand Trunk Line William K. Gibbs Detroit Robert Grant Ferndale

VA To Close Athens Office

The Athens VA contact office at 6% W State St will close June 19 as volume declines prompted by R M Fitzgerald of the Cincinnati regional office. The contact rep John W Westrick and his secretary will transfer. VA training division remains open and Marietta office handles veteran contacts.

Athens Veterans Administration State St R. M. Fitzgerald Cincinnati John W. Westrick W. R. Shafer Marietta

Democrats Hint No Support for Extended Excess Profits Tax

House Democrats avoided pledging support for President Eisenhower's six month extension of the excess profits tax on business. A senior Democratic member said Republicans would likely supply most votes if the measure leaves Ways and Means.

Washington House Eisenhower Ways and Means Committee

Living Costs Edge Higher in March to April

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the consumer price index rose one tenth of a percent from mid-March to mid-April. The index stood at 113.7 percent of the 1947-49 average, about 14 percent above five years ago, near the November peak, with food costs down slightly and apparel soft.

Washington Bureau of Labor Statistics

Russians Told To Give Solid Peace Moves

Dulles urged Soviet Russia to show sincerity in moves on Korea Laos and Austria at a New Delhi press conference during his Middle East tour. He said high level talks including the Soviet bloc would fail while the wars in Korea and Laos continue and freedom in Austria is denied.

New Delhi India U.S Dulles Korea Laos Austria Eisenhower Churchill Bermuda Middle East Russia Soviet Bloc of Nations Karachi Pakistan

Three Slayers Given Paroles

Gov Lausche commuted life terms for Venice murder cases to second degree murder and granted parole Thursday to three inmates. Thomas Woods 49 released after 24 years for wife Olivia Woods in Summit County. Leo Yaratch jailed 1931 for wife Margaret Yaratch in Cuyahoga County. James Twiman 73 freed after 21 years for Samuel Sealoook murder in Cleveland.

Columbus Venice Frank J. Lausche Thomas Woods Olivia Summit County Leo Yaratch Margaret Cuyahoga County James Twiman Samuel Sealook Cleveland

Girl Snatched From Mother's Car Found Safe at Farm

An 8-year-old girl abducted from Bucyrus Route 19 was found unharmed after a two hour ride on county roads. A man in shirtsleeves posed as a deputy, forced her sister Joan from the car, then sped away toward Farmhouse area before the mother pursued and alerted authorities.

Bucyrus Oon Calebbin Bucyrus Route News Index 3 Craurely Dobbin Joan Rudy Steven Steven, 3. On Her Way Markots Ocaesedssne Nelsonville Rt. 1 Ohio Point Pleasant Pomeroy-Middleport Richard Keller

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Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Taft Bricker Everett F. Rittenour Piketon Federation Robert A. Taft John W. Bricker John W. Sims John M. Hightower Malenkov Hower France White House Mier Wellston Bay Lake Ohio School Hunt Lost Girl Robert F. Kennedy Senate Permanent Investigating Committee Kennedy High Court Phoenix Girl Cops OSU Dems Index Issued
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