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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1955
Page
1
Western and Soviet ministers ended the Geneva talks without agreement on German reunification and security. Dulles and Molotov left for home as the clash over East West policy deepened. The ministers warned the cold war would continue with no quick settlement.
Dr. Joseph Kaplan disclosed a plan to launch at least 10 instrumented satellites in 1957 and 1958 for the International Geophysical Year. The aim is that about five will reach orbit, circle the Earth for roughly two weeks, and operate at altitudes of 200 to 800 miles.
A mother Agnes McVicker 35 and her 10 year old son John died in a fire at a one room cottage near Barberton. Theodore McVicker 38 was the husband and father, unable to reach inside as flames trapped them. The stove exploded and the house burned, leaving McVicker with burned hands.
Governor Frank J. Lausche designates December 1 as Safe-Driving Day in Ohio with an expanded 10 day window. Officials aim to reduce traffic fatalities after Ohio ranked fourth in 1955 with high fatality numbers. Hourly fatality reports will be issued on SD Day and daily updates during the period.
In Buenos Aires Maj. Gen. Pedro Aramburu’s government using tanks Marines and army troops moved to seize the General Confederation of Labor CGT. Police arrested about 100 trainmen union leaders as a nationwide strike faltered. CGT officials ousted. Patton named intervener administrator. CGT funds placed under government control.
Dr Kenneth S Colegrove Northwestern University professor emeritus warned at a Cleveland luncheon that American schools fail to teach frank discussions of Communism. He said lack of instruction prevents pupils from understanding and comparing Communism with democracy and outlined a forthcoming unbiased textbook by the Institute of Fiscal and Political Education.
A snow plow broke through powder and drift to reach nine hunters trapped at a remote ranger station since Monday in a severe Utah snowstorm.
About 1000 delegates at the Ohio Chamber of Commerce meeting heard a forum titled Ohio Faces a Deficit. The discussion balanced gloom about a projected 100-million-dollar shortfall in 1957 with optimism from House Speaker Roger Cloud and Finance Director John Wilcoxon who argued growth and more people and industry will raise budgets for schools roads utilities and services.
Ohio utilities commission member Edward J. Kenealy urged simplifying current rate laws arguing the law should be changed. The Legislative Service Commission panel studies the issue and will report to the General Assembly with a recommendation.
Clarence M. Ferguson of the Federal Extension Service told the 89th Grange convention that modern agriculture needs 15,000 new college graduates annually, while colleges supply far fewer. He warned agriculture faces a great day of opportunity for well trained youth amid new technology.
High winds stripped water from the Detroit River dropping levels six feet and leaving two vessels aground last night while twenty more ships remained anchored in Lake Erie unable to reach the river channel.
Senators hear calls to reform farm programs to reward high quality food and fiber. Kansas wheat producers say much of the billion-bushel stock is unfit for humans and should be used for livestock feed. Proposals urge parity of 90 to 100 percent for good wheat and 50 to 60 percent for poor grades, replacing uniform support regardless of quality. Hog producers shift toward meat-type hogs amid price pressures.
Premier Hussein Ala was wounded by a Moslem fanatic at Tehran's shah mosque while attending the funeral of Mostafa Kashani. His condition was later described as not serious. Ala, 72, helped oust Mossadegh in 1953 and previously served as Iran's ambassador to the United States.
Kansas Governor Fred Hall told the National Republican Club that many Republicans are out of step with the President and voters who backed the party in 1952. He warned of breaking faith with supporters and cautioned against creeping socialism and the misbelief that progressivism and liberalism are the same.
Chesapeake and Ohio Railway plans to add 6000 freight cars for a total cost around 45 million dollars. Russell Kentucky shops will build 4500 coal hoppers and 500 hoppers. 1000 box cars to be produced by an outside maker, reaching 10500 cars added in the past year at 83 million dollars total.
The five year old McCarran internal security law faced its first Supreme Court test as the U S Communist party appealed a ruling upholding the act requiring registration as a puppet of the Soviet Union. The appeal follows a 2 1 appellate court decision validating the law.
In Canonsburg Pennsylvania Mrs Lora Lupin is wed to American ex soldier John Supinsky while her first husband a former Nazi storm trooper returns from a Russian prison declared legally dead He seeks to challenge the death certificate but Mrs Supinsky remains committed to John The Supinskys are pictured with daughters Barbara and Patricia.
Philadelphia attorney general Brownell said he would sue to block a Bethlehem Steel and Youngstown Sheet & Tube merger if signed, arguing it would eliminate competition and increase concentration among top steel firms, widening the gap with smaller rivals. He spoke at the National Industrial Conference Board after previously opposing the plan.
Washington testimony linked General Motors to a 1952 decision to withhold engines from a bus maker rival. Pentagon officials say Secretary Wilson, then GM president, would answer questions later. The Senate antitrust subcommittee pressed GM on business fees and growth factors, noting a firm denial of engine orders through Great Lakes Diesel Co.
Army Pvt Borden Stevenson says he supports his father Adilai Stevenson for the Democratic presidential nomination, calling him the finest candidate. He had previously hoped his father would not run due to the ordeal involved.
London radio reported Red China ordered release and deportation of three imprisoned Americans. Identified are Mrs Homer V Bradshaw, Marcellus White and Justin Garvey. Mrs Bradshaw and her husband were missionaries held since March 1951.
Cincinnati report shows Hamilton County GOP policy committee endorsing Attorney General C William O Neill for the Ohio gubernatorial race. The endorsement signals party support and aims to energize campaign efforts in the state.
Gloria Graham visits John Gilbert Graham in Denver County Jail after his arrest for dynamiting a United Air Lines plane that killed 44, including his mother Daisie King. She says she aims to clear misunderstandings and recounts their discussion through a barrier.
Senator Bender urged early public hearings on alleged indiscreet contacts between Interstate Commerce Commission Chairman Hugh W. Cross and two railroad presidents. Senator Mundt called for delaying the hearings until Congress reconvenes in January. Sources indicate Cross may resign as ICC chairman, potentially setting aside the probe. Cross testified at a closed subcommittee hearing about talks on a disputed contract.
Fire swept three downtown Marysville businesses last night causing estimated damage of about 200 dollars. No injuries reported and investigators await official assessment.
Egypt has rejected UN plans to ease the Israel Egypt border row at El Auja while Israel has not formally replied. The UN proposals include marking the frontier broadening the buffer zone and restoring cease fire conditions of 1949.
National Chairman Paul M. Butler announced a compromise to end previous splits over the loyalty oath. State committees would place nominees on ballots under the Democratic label and certify bona fide delegates. The move, seen as boosting prospects of a Democratic president, could expand the convention delegate slate.
Boyd Campbell of Jackson Mississippi told the Ohio Chamber of Commerce that the enlightened businessman is a steward of free enterprise who wants to fill human needs. He praised private enterprise for creating jobs and purchasing power while urging optimism over problems and a spirit that abundance and prosperity can inspire.
Nuclear physicist Dr. Robert A. Moon of the University of Chicago spoke in Cincinnati urging scientists to live a Christ-like life. He said the uncovering of atomic structure hinges on personal morality and the relation of the individual to God.
Secretary of Defense Wilson said the Big Four foreign ministers conference in Geneva produced barren results but urged optimism. He argued the failure to settle East West differences should not be read as an intensification of the cold war.
CHICAGO One of engineering’s top honors goes to Philip Sporn president of the American Gas and Electric Co and namesake of Graham West Virginia power plant. The John Fritz Medal honors distinguished scientific achievement and has previously been awarded to Bell Edison Wright. Sporn leads Ohio Valley Electric Corp which is constructing the Kroger Creek Power Plant near Gallipolis. He has visited Southeastern Ohio several times.
In Oroville California a jury ruled 0-3 in favor of Ty Cobb on a $50 000 damage suit brought by Elbert D Felts of Chico a former San Francisco Seals player. Felts alleged Cobb struck him causing back injury and drinking claims after last year’s incident.
Colorado Springs AP report shows Nixon and Stevenson as top candidates for their parties. Editors predict Eisenhower unlikely to seek reelection by a 4 to 1 margin, identifying farm policy and foreign policy as key campaign issues.
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