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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1952

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Reds seize crest as Allied guns batter White Horse fight

Chinese Reds charged through Allied artillery and seized the crest of White Horse Mountain near the Chorwon Valley before fighting raged along the front. South Korean forces held, while UN veto for armistice talks lingered as siege-like combat continued and casualties mounted.

Seoul Panmunjom Milo Farnell White Horse Mountain No Man’s Land White Horse Arrowhead Ridge Chorwon Farnell White Horse-Arrowhead

Missing B29 Maybe Attacked Near Japan as Radar Tracks Merge

A B29 Superfortress vanished off eastern Hokkaido after radar showed an unidentified aircraft near it from the Kuriles region. FEAF said two radar tracks merged, with no confirmation of attack or Russian involvement. Search planes found an oil slick near Nemuro Peninsula.

Tokyo Kuriles Far East Air FEAF Hokkaido Japan Asahi Nemura Air Force U U. S Ocholishi Nemuro Peninsula

Mercy Plane Harried by Soviet Jets Near Berlin

A U S Air Force mercy plane was attacked by two Soviet MIG15 fighters 60 miles southwest of Berlin. The DC3 escaped into clouds and landed at Tempelhof with an Army nurse aboard and no injuries reported. Gen. Lemuel B. Mathewson promised an immediate protest to the Soviet command.

Berlin U. S. Air Force Lemuel B. Mathewson U. S Tempelhof Air Base High Command

Dayton Names Airport For Publisher James M Cox

The City Commission designated the Dayton Municipal Airport in honor of publisher James M. Cox. A resolution passed at the morning meeting also named nearby Vandalia airport the James M. Cox Dayton Municipal Airport. Cox, a Dayton Springfield Atlanta and Miami newspaper publisher, was Ohio governor three times and the 1920 Democratic presidential nominee.

Dayton Dayton Municipal James M. Cox Vandalia Cox Springfield Atlanta Miami Ohio

Fifth Tropical Disturbance Roams Over Atlantic

A hurricane hunting plane was dispatched from San Juan today to study the fifth tropical disturbance of the season. The system, not yet a hurricane, lay about 720 miles east of Antigua and 2 000 miles southeast of Miami with winds near 35 mph and a developing center moving north at roughly 11 mph.

Miami Fla San Juan Puerto Rico Antigua British West Indies

Publisher Dies in Hamilton At 86

Homer Gard, 86, publisher of the Hamilton Journal News, died this morning. He was believed to be the oldest charter member of the Associated Press.

Hamilton, CO Homer Gard Hamilton Journal News Associated Press

Ike Carries Slam Bang Campaign to California

Eisenhower tours California on his Eisenhower campaign train to win its 32 electoral votes. He counters Truman attacks by defending his 1945 Russia policy and argues his stance safeguarded the nation, recalling Truman's past praise for Stalin and criticizing foreign policy on the campaign trail.

Ike California Eisenhower Dwight D. Eisenhower Truman United States Eugene Ore Russia

Soldier Abducted by AWOL Serviceman Sought in Germany

U S Army investigators traced movements of Pvt Eugene Walters of Harrods Ohio missing since February 3 in an incident linked to the abduction of 18 year old Mamie Ruth Shelton of Hot Springs Virginia. Walters surrendered in West Berlin but denied involvement.

Frankfurt Germany U.S Eugene Walters Harrods Ohio West Berlin Pert Ruth Shelton Franklin A. Burns Hot Springs

Florida Flood Waters Threaten Vegetable Crop

Flood waters from heavy rains cover about 10 000 acres of muck land along the southeastern shore of Lake Okeechobee. Pumps operate around the clock as farmers drain four to six inches of rain in 24 hours. U S Sugar Corp officials say sugar cane harvest will be delayed and vegetable crops are at risk.

Pahokee

Sparkman to Speak in Columbus Tonight

Senator John J. Sparkman of Alabama the Democratic vice presidential nominee will address the Ohio Jefferson Jackson Day banquet in Columbus. He will be met by Ohio Democratic leaders Eugene H. Hanhart Stephen A. Mitchell and Albert A. Horstman.

Columbus John J. Sparkman Alabama Ohio Eugene H. Hanhart Stephen A. Mitchell Albert A. Horstman Dayton

River yields body of Cincinnati man found in river

The body of Joseph D. Bodkins, 72, who had left word that he was going away, was recovered Tuesday from the Ohio River near Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Joseph D. Bodkins Ohio River

Paris Police Raid Communist Groups Across France

Paris authorities launched rapid raids on Communist and Red front organizations and newspapers in major cities. The Paris Military Tribunal ordered searches to probe threats to state security and army demoralization. In Paris 16 offices including L Humanite and Ce Soir were searched. 12 arrests reported by noon, including three Communist youth secretaries.

Paris Red Front France L’humanite Ce Soir Commercial Bank Europe Communist Youth Organization

Chester Admitted to Little Buckeye League at Rutland

Chester High School was admitted to the Little Buckeye League at a Rutland High School dinner meeting. The decision allows Chester to join once it can fulfill a full schedule, with league title eligibility deferred until then. Current members are Chauncey-Dover, Jacksonville Trimble, Rutland, The Plains, McArthur and Belpre.

Pomeroy Chester High School Little Buckeye Rutland High School Chester Chauncey-Dover Jacksonville Trimble Rutland the Plains McArthur Belpre

Moonshine Still Found On Sheriff Farm Near Hodgenville

Wayne County Sheriff Joe Burnett reported a large moonshine operation hidden in a wooded ravine on his farm ten miles northeast of Hodgenville. Officers destroyed a steam still 220 gallons large along with 43 barrels of mash 500 pounds of corn meal 200 pounds of sugar 500 pounds of malt and 13 gallons of moonshine. No arrests were made.

Hodgenville Wayne County Joe Burnett Earl West Larue County

Arthur Dixon Dies During World Series Game

Arthur John Dixon died at 74 while watching Tuesday's World Series final game. He reportedly suffered a heart attack and collapsed, ending a quiet evening at home in Alliance.

Adlai Joins Dem Chorus In Attack on McCarthy

Madison dispatch reports Adlai E Stevenson rallying Wisconsin support to attack McCarthy and the Eisenhower record. He warned against equating charges with facts and said the accuser must not drown out other voices as Truman Sparkman and Stevenson map a campaign line in Milwaukee. Eisenhower backs all GOP nominees including McCarthy but rejects smearing innocents.

Adlai Dem McCarthy Madison Wis Adlai E. Stevenson Wisconsin Joseph R. McCarthy Truman John Sparkman Dwight D. Eisenhower Stevenson Eisenhower Robert A. Taft Ohio Milwaukee University of Wisconsin America George C. Marshall Congress

Taft labels Lausche front man for Fair Deal in Ohio

Charles P. Taft of Cincinnati told about 300 at a Western Reserve Republican Club meeting that governor Lausche is a do nothing leader and the Fair Deal’s front man in Ohio. He criticized the welfare appointment and alleged a sham road program amid pre election activity.

Cleveland Charles P. Taft Cincinnati Frank J. Lausche Fair Deal Ohio Western Reserve Women's Republican Club Taft Lausche

Rent Control Edict Supported for Akron Area

Washington official Roger L. Putnam said the government will likely set up a moderately priced housing program for Akron if the city remains a critical defense housing area. He spoke as Akron and nine others were certified eligible for full rent control through Sept 30, a date tied to planned end of federal controls amid local opposition in Akron Warren Youngstown and the Canton area.

Washington Roger L. Putnam Akron Putnam Warren Youngstown Canton Ohio

Nixon Attacks Truman Acheson Smear Tactics In Ohio Tour

Senator Nixon denounces Truman and Acheson while praising Eisenhower during a two day whistle stop tour in Ohio. He accuses the administration of undermining Eisenhower and warns of continued Cold War dangers as crowds gather in Logan Athens Canton and other cities.

Ohio Richard M. Nixon Logan Athens Truman Dean Acheson Dwight Eisenhower America Buchtel High School Ohio University Canton Nixon Acheson Eisenhower California Stevenson

Lewis Signals Preference Amid Eisenhower Backing Talk

Cincinnati dispatch reports John L. Lewis implies opposition to a candidate Taft may back, hinting he does not favor Dwight D. Eisenhower. The remark during a Taft speaking tour is seen by 3000 United Mine Workers delegates as a political cue.

Cincinnati John L. Lewis Taft Robert A. Taft Ohio United Mine Workers Lewis Dwight D. Eisenhower Eisenhower

Iran chief demands 20 million pounds to settle oil row

Premier Mohammed Mossadegh demanded 20 million pounds from Britain within a week in a reply to British American settlement proposals. The move aims to clear the way for a final settlement of the Iran oil dispute amid financial crisis and near bankruptcy of the nationalized Anglo-Iranian Oil Co.

London Mohammed Mossadegh Britain Nmade Iran

Lana Turner and Fernando Lamas Call Off Wedding Plans

Hollywood reports Lana Turner and Argentine singer Fernando Lamas have dropped marriage plans. Lamas was recently divorced in Las Vegas, while Turner's own divorce suit against Bob Topping remains pending as property settlements are worked out.

Hollywood Lana Turner Fernando Lamas Lamas Lydia Lamas Las Vegas Nev Nevada Miss Turner Bob Topping

Lausche Proclaims Ohio Oil Progress Week

Governor Frank J. Lausche issued a proclamation designating October 12 to 18 as Ohio Oil Progress Week to spotlight the industry’s development and activities across the state.

Columbus Frank J. Lausche Ohio

Freak Rail Disaster Crashes Through Harrow Station

A three train wreck at Harrow Middlesex station killed at least 81 people and injured more than 100 during the morning rush hour. Rescue efforts continued as the collision involved a London to Manchester express and a Scottish bound train.

Harrow England Middlesex London British Railways Britain U. S. Eighth Air Force South Ruislip Scotland Middlesex County William Ingham Wembley London-Manchester Express Elsie Webber

Truman Rips Ike Farm Policy Stand

President Truman assailed Dwight D. Eisenhower on farm policy accusing him of ignorance about 40 years in the Army. He toured the Midwest farm belt arguing the general is unfit for the presidency and insulting farmers. He defended the Brannan plan as moral bankruptcy and said Democrats have regimented farmers into ownership.

Truman Ike Dwight D. Eisenhower United States Shenandoaha Democratic Party Eisenhower

Delays Cited In U S Suit Against Pabst Brewing Co

House investigators accuse the Justice Department of ordering delays in a civil suit charging Pabst Brewing Co with violating pure food laws last year. Delays in seizing evidence are said to have helped dismiss the case and suppress publicity at the request of Raoul Berger, the company’s representative. The matter was raised at a Judiciary subcommittee hearing chaired by Chelf.

Washington House Justice Department Pabst Brewing Co House Brobers Raoul Berger Pabst Company House Judiciary Chelf D-Ky

Soviets To Disclose New Five-Year Plan

Delegates at the 19th all Soviet Communist Party congress are due to receive a full report on Russia s production boosting five year plan. They may also discuss sweeping changes to party organization and by laws as the next major items on the agenda.

Moscow Communist Party Russia

Frost Damage Hits Cincinnati Vegetable Growers

A killing frost Tuesday caused a loss of 25900 dollars to area vegetable growers. Heaviest impact fell on late crops including tomatoes and green beans.

Cincinnati

DiSalle Calls for Income Disclosure in Ohio Senate Race

Democratic nominee Michael DiSalle urged voters in Dayton to require income disclosures from himself and Republican Sen. John Bricker for the past 10 to 20 years. He proposed a certified public accountant prepare reports for public release.

Dayton Michael ¥. DiSalle U.S John W. Bricker DiSalle Raedio-Tv DiSal

Bridgeport Man Elected Grand Commander of Knights Templar

The Grand Commandery of Ohio Knights Templar elected Dr. J. C. Holley of Bridgeport as grand commander at the 119th annual conclave in Columbus. About 1100 delegates attended. Also named were Robert F. Parrish as grand captain of the guard Homer C. Helsen ser as grand sword bearer and Virgil F. Kent as grand warder.

Columbus Ohio Knights Templar J. C. Holley Bridgeport Robert F. Parrish Homer C. Helser Lancaster Virgil F. Kent Defiance

Traffic Mishap Fatal Cincinnati

Miss Della Muchmore aged 75 was fatally injured Tuesday night in a Cincinnati traffic accident.

Cincinnati Della Muchmore

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