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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1961

Page

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Free World Praises Kennedy While Soviets Hold Fast At U N

U N delegates anticipated no shift from Andrei Gromyko as Kennedy urged disarmament and a Berlin settlement. Western diplomats noted Kennedy’s proposals to freeze nuclear arms, while Gromyko signaled a separate peace with East Germany and offered cautious replies in New York.

United Nations N.Y U.N Soviet Union Kennedy Berlin Andrei A. Gromyko Kremlin General Assembly

Kennedy disarmament plan labeled unsatisfactory by Moscow

Radio Moscow said Kennedy’s disarmament proposals to the U N General Assembly fail to abolish arms or liquidate bases on others’ territory. It warned such measures cannot guarantee general disarmament and dismissed his focus on Germany and West Berlin.

London Radio Moscow Kennedy U.N. General Assembly U. S Germany Berlin West Berlin

Congo Army Man Arrested in Katanga Treason Case

President Moise Tshombe announced Capt. Mwamba, former chief of staff, is under arrest awaiting trial for treason. He alleged Mwamba contacted U N officials contrary to orders and will face a military court. No specifics of charges were released.

Elisabethville Katanga Moise Tshombe Mwamba Tshombe Mwambe U. N

Wedemeyer Critiques Kennedy Admin Over Soviets Policy

Retired Gen Albert C Wedemeyer accused the Kennedy administration of being soft on or appeasing the Soviet Union in hopes of reciprocal treatment. He spoke in Dallas Texas outlining his warning against détente.

Dallas Tex Albert C. Wedemeyer Soviet Union

Pentagon backs use of nuclear weapons if needed in Berlin crisis

Joint Chiefs of Staff and Secretary of Defense McNamara agree to possible nuclear use in any clash with the Soviet Union over Berlin. The White House and Kennedy emphasize U S resolve and possession of nuclear capabilities, countering critics who say the U S lacks the will to use such power.

Washington Pentagon Joint Chiefs of Staff Soviet Union Berlin Army Navy Air Force Robert S. McNamara White House Kremlin Khrushchev United Nations Kennedy United States U.S Senate Margaret Chase Smith Maine

DiSalle panel highlights Ohio education funding needs

Seventeen reporters attended a two day briefing with Governor Michael V. DiSalle and his cabinet on state finance. Dr. John D. Millett urged funding for six state supported colleges noting only 25 percent of college age Ohioans are now in higher education and predicting 5,000 more students next year without extra state appropriations.

Michael V. DiSalle John D. Millett Miami University Ohio Millett

Thieves Rob Jewel Store on Riviera

Masked gunmen pulled off the largest jewel robbery of the summer on the Riviera near Monte Carlo. Three robbers entered the Clere jewelry shop opposite the Monte Carlo Casino in the morning and forced an elderly saleswoman to lie on the floor while they scooped jewels from display cases amid sleeping households.

Monte Carlo Riviera Clere Monte Carlo Casino

Tornado force winds lash southeast Ohio injuring resident

A storm packing tornadic winds 60 to 80 mph hit Nelsonville and surrounding communities causing widespread damage. One injury reports a broken shoulder for Mrs. Zuretta Fick as streets were blocked by fallen trees and battered roofs. Power and telephones were disrupted across the region.

Ohio Ohio River West Virginia Nelsonville Canal St W. Washington Madison St Washington St Canal Madison and Cable's Alley

Commonwealth Prefers Empire Ties Over European Market

Britain faces opposition from Commonwealth members as Duncan Sandys signals a possible accommodation with Europe. He emphasizes choosing the Commonwealth in any choice between Europe and the Commonwealth, while 130 delegates applaud. Commonwealt h countries fear loss of tariff advantages if Britain joins the six-nation European Trading Group.

Lodnon Britain Commonwealth Duncan Sandys Sandys Europe Strong European Trading Group

Archaeologist Reports Hercules Statue Found at Petra

Amman reports Dr. Phillip C. Hammond, an American archaeologist, says he has uncovered a marble statue of Hercules at Petra in South Jordan. The discovery highlights Petra's ancient artistry and adds to its historical significance.

Amman Jordan Phillip C. Hammond Petra South

Injunction Dropped Against Maritimers

NEW YORK I M U S Dist Judge Sylvester J Ryan dissolved on Monday the 80 day injunction against maritime union strikes on both coasts. The federal government dropped its Taft Hartley injunction demands in July. All East coast disputes have been settled.

Sylvester J. Ryan

Tree Fall injures woman in Nelsonville storm

A gust blew Mrs. Zuretta Fick from 2242 Fort St. to Mount St. Mary Hospital after an elm fell on Franklin Street entangling her in cable and branches. She suffered a broken shoulder and cuts. Neighbor Mrs. Leona Warren arrived home to find a tree inside her bedroom.

Zuretta Fick Fort St Nelsonville Mount St. Mary Leona Warren St. John St

Swiss Jet Lands Safe At Geneva

A Swiss Airlines twin jet Caravelle diverting from London to Zurich landed safely at Geneva Airport after fog caused an emergency. The craft circled 142 hours with the landing gear partly stuck before pilot Hans Kaufmann brought it to a controlled stop on the runway, with no serious injuries reported among 30 or more aboard.

Swiss Airlines Geneva Zurich London

Charles E Wilson Dies at 71

Detroit obituary reports Charles Erwin Wilson former GM president and secretary of defense in Eisenhower's first term died in his sleep at his Louisiana plantation from heart disease He was 71.

Detroit Charles Erwin Wilson General Motors Defense Eisenhower Louisiana

Communists react to Kennedy UN speech with mixed praise

President Kennedy’s United Nations address drew warm praise from allies while hostile responses came from Moscow and allied Communist outlets. Nonaligned nations were urged to help protect the UN and pursue disarmament, with worldwide reaction including British and Asian praise and Sweden calling it measured and nonthreatening.

Kennedy United Nations America Moscow Radio Tass General Assembly Berlin ADN

U S May Need Open Air Tests

Senator Henry M. Jackson warned atmospheric nuclear tests may be needed if the Soviets reject Kennedy's move to ban all atmospheric testing. He noted the Soviets have exploded 15 atmospheric shots, the United States two underground tests, as talks continue with Britain and the United Nations.

Washington Kennedy Henry M. Jackson D-Wash Jackson Senate House United Nations Great Britain United States Administration

Frank Fay dies at 63 in Santa Monica

Frank Fay a former Broadway comedian and radio star died Monday night at St Johns Hospital in Santa Monica California He was 63 years old and known for his stage and radio work in the mid century.

Santa Monica Calif Frank Fay St. John’s Hospital

East German recognition possible in Berlin talks

The Berlin crisis may lead to a Western Soviet compromise as Kennedy signals a possible formula for negotiations. Western diplomats privately expect a deal or fall options, with Khrushchev seeking recognition of East Germany and Allied withdrawal of troops as a condition. Kennedy stressed defense of West Berlin and hope for a peaceful solution.

Berlin Kennedy United Nations Soviet Union Andrei A. Gromyko Khrushchev West Vinced West Berlin United States Germany East Germany Britain France West Germany

Adenauer Plans Retirement Message On British TV

West German Chancellor Konrad Adenauer, 85, told a British TV audience he had no plan to remain chancellor for another four years. He said he had had enough and would relinquish office after a certain time to prepare his successor before elections in 1965. Government officials noted the remarks were recorded last Saturday.

Christian Democratic Party Adenauer

UAW Seeks Fast Pact With Ford After GM Deal Reached

UAW President Walter P. Reuther aimed for a speedy Ford contract after finalizing a local dispute with General Motors. Sources said negotiations could wrap by Thursday, paving the way to bargain with Chrysler next.

Detroit United Auto Workers Union Ford Motor Co General Motors Corp UAW Walter P. Reuther Ford Chrysler

JEK In Good Form According To Soviets

After President Kennedy spoke on Monday Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei A. Gromyko shook hands with him and declared You were in good form The pair met as Gromyko passed through a reception line He appeared in high spirits during the meeting in New York News service report from United Nations headquarters

United Nations N. Y Kennedy Andrei A. Gromyko Gromyko

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