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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1962
Page
1
On Monday at the University of Mississippi James H Meredith faced jeering students at the cafeteria. A rock set fired glass on his table but no one was hurt as 270 students jeered and two marshals shadowed him amid a tense campus scene.
James Meredith, student desegregating the University of Mississippi under federal guard, accuses the Army of dishonor to Negro soldiers for segregating troops in Oxford after his appearance. He also disputes claims he was selected to integrate the university and notes re segregation in military ranks since his first days on campus.
Kampala celebrates Uganda’s independence with a dawn flag-raising ceremony ending over six decades of British rule. More than 40,000 spectators witness the Union Jack replaced by the new flag as drums, bonfires, and music mark Africa’s 33rd independence, with the Duke and Duchess of Kent presenting gifts to the Ugandan people.
Gen. Paul D. Harkins, commander in Viet Nam, told Secretary McNamara in a Monday report that the tide is turning against Communist guerrillas in South Vietnam.
Gov. Michael V. DiSalle released a letter from President Kennedy indicating potential additional federal aid for hard pressed Ohio areas. The message asks agencies to identify more counties that could be helped beyond Southeastern Ohio’s recently declared distressed region and beyond existing redevelopment and public works acceleration programs.
Columbus. Judge Lynn B. Griffith was sworn in as the 125th Ohio Supreme Court justice since establishment. The 7th District Court of Appeals chief justice took the oath in a ceremony attended by Gov. DiSalle and over 50 spectators, succeeding Judge James F. Bell who resigned to practice law.
Western Allies protest East German guards blocking an ambulance to aid a man shot near the Berlin wall. Soviets reject the protest. Western officials warn of possible futures but expect no immediate action. Mayor Brandt's socialist party calls for retaliatory measures against Soviet vehicles.
An arbitration board granted the Chicago and North Western Railway final authority to discharge telegraphers deemed obsolete or unnecessary with layoff benefits. The decision, binding on both sides, ends a strike that crippled Midwest rail service. The union dissented while the carrier agreed. Final action rests with management after advance union notice and discussion.
The General Accounting Office accused the Army of buying 800000 dollars worth of Nike Hercules missile parts it did not need and ordering another 1900000 dollars, citing a lack of effective supply controls.
Congress slowed to a near halt with no House business due to Rep. Clem Miller's death and no Senate action on the foreign aid bill. A four month unemployment extension may be pursued via a House-passed bill or a separate vehicle. Kennedy's veto loom and possible rider on a $500 million supplemental bill complicate timing. Senate Leader Mansfield says he is reconciled to staying indefinitely.
A telegram from Ohio Attorney General McElroy asks Chicago distiller Joseph H. Makler to voluntarily appear in Ohio for testimony. The move follows Makler’s Sept departure letter accusing influence peddling in whisky brand listings and is addressed to Judge Harold G. Ward of Cook County Superior Court.
Springfield Ohio police filed first degree murder burglary in the night season and assault with intent to rape against 16 year old Donald Taylor in the death of 47 year old Honore Thompson. Thompson was found in her gas filled apartment by a friend Oct 1.
A round-up of autumn apparel from The Messenger shopping area features selections curated by area stores. The guide highlights trends, fabrics, and standout pieces across multiple retailers for readers planning seasonal wardrobes.
U N delegates anticipate further fireworks after Osvaldo Dorticos Torrado blasted the United States in a General Assembly speech. Cuba hints at possible formal complaints but offers no clear strategy. Soviet Foreign Minister Gromyko pending remarks to respond to Western charges.
Western observers report growing U A R military support for Yemen’s revolutionary regime led by Col Abdullah Sallal. Royalists claim a two pronged push to encircle Sana with little resistance, but no independent verification.
CAPE CANAVERAL Fla The explorer 14 satellite launched last week to measure space radiation is relaying excellent data The 89 pound package orbits from 175 to 61000 miles above earth counting electrons protons cosmic rays and other solar particles NASA says it may take months to translate radio signals into usable science results The satellite aims to study how solar radiation affects weather communications and future manned space travel
Rep Richard Schweiker told Haverford College students that Cuba has 13 known missile sites with more than 5,000 Russian technicians. He said 11 bases are surface to air with Nike-like missiles and the rest are surface to ship installations guarding harbors.
Former President Eisenhower endorses Nixon and urges vigorous campaigning as Nixon reports a strong fund drive in San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Bakersfield. Eisenhower warns against complacency and backs Nixon to defeat Brown. Akron grant funds 23 acre university site slum clearance project.
Anti-Castro Cuban protesters clashed with Castro supporters outside the United Nations in New York. Police arrested 33 demonstrators as Osvaldo Dorticos denounced the United States in a General Assembly speech. Gallery hecklers were removed after shouting traitor and assassin while about 300 opponents protested outside.
The Ohio Board of Education unanimously endorses a recommendation to raise state public school operating funds by 130.01 million for the next biennium, boosting the foundation program to a two year total of 595.535 million. Salary allowances rise to 250 dollars for teachers with master’s degrees and 2,000 dollars per classroom unit for other operating costs. The panel votes 13 to 5 to defer final action on cadet teacher program deadlines, with a December meeting set to decide.
Fidel Castro and James B Donovan appeared poised to finalize an agreement for the release of 1,113 Cuban prisoners from the April 1961 Bay of Pigs invasion. Negotiators predicted flights to Miami within days, with Castro seeking about 62 million dollars. roughly 60 prisoners have been freed so far. Donovan said he would offer medicine and food to the prisoners’ families instead of cash.
State Auditor James A. Rhodes Republican candidate for governor criticizes Governor Michael V. DiSalle and his Democratic administration for being temperamental and unable to work with judges prosecutors and legislators or even own party members during a Cleveland stop on Monday night.
President Chiang Kai-Shek said he will personally lead the Nationalist forces in a comeback to the Communist mainland. In a message marking the 1911 revolt anniversary, he urged mainland support for a counteroffensive and noted his upcoming 75th birthday.
Russell E. Ake former United States attorney for the Northern Ohio District dies of an apparent heart attack at age 54. He served until his resignation in October 1961. In Bluefield West Virginia William J. Winters 34 formerly of Fremont California takes oath as city police chief.
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