25 Jan 1964
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Newspaper
Logan Daily News
Location
Logan, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1964
Page
1
The article notes Buck Run near Rockbridge, tied to the old Buck Run Valley route and the village’s role as a gateway to the Hocking Hills when passenger trains dominated travel. Rockbridge, formerly Millville, is highlighted as the nearby hub in this nature column.
The narrative follows a Buck Run valley excursion by Rt. 374 to Cantwell Cliffs in Hocking County. Observers note pine siskins, goldfinches, pileated woodpeckers, Virginia pines, and landmarks like Rockbridge Mound and the West Pleasant Ridge church. The account credits Mrs. Effie Woltz for Buck Run’s naming and recalls the old water-powered mill near Waltz Road. In Washington, President Johnson urges quick Senate action on a major tax relief bill, aiming to cut income tax withholding and repeal federal excises, prompting intense White House lobbying.
The Hocking County sheriff's department recovered five cases of dynamite stolen by four New Straitsville youths aged 16 and 17. They admitted the theft to juvenile authorities and face additional charges from Perry County juvenile authorities for stealing from Starr Mining Co. in Shawnee on November 10. The youths will appear before Juvenile Court Judge Rhea Bangert Brown next week.
Former Mississippi governor Ross Barnett accepts invitation to address the Cincinnati Open Forum on March 20 in Cincinnati. The event gathers local residents for a public discussion.
Rescue workers search for victims after a tornado tore through Harpersville Alabama killing at least nine and injuring five. Tornadoes hit Kentucky Missouri Illinois and Arkansas with four inches of rain and hail. Gorgas Alabama saw structural damage but no injuries. Authorities warn of lingering severe weather bands tonight.
British commandos quashed a Tanganyika mutiny at Dar es Salaam Colito Barracks with helicopter support. Three African soldiers died and 20 wounded as unrest spread to Kenya, where British forces also intervened to restore order and protect shopkeepers and looting sites.
Washington signals no new U S policy toward China as France moves to recognize the Chinese government. Secretary Rusk to stress in Tokyo talks the U S will uphold its policy of supporting nationalist China and defend treaty commitments while hoping African states resist recognizing Peking.
In Chattanooga Tennessee the jury for Teamsters President James R Hoffa faces a charged trial on jury tampering. Judge Frank Wilson completed a lengthy selection process and eight men and four women were chosen with alternates to be finalized. Opening arguments were waived and the government will begin presenting witnesses Monday.
Adm. Adolphe Lepotier says France plans to build five atomic submarines with underwater missile launchers. The statement outlines military expansion amid ongoing European defense discussions.
FBI agents in Indianapolis arrested a man they say is Benjamin Eugene Meyer, an escaped Logan County murder suspect. He denied the identity and extradition is expected. Meyer fled from a London prison camp July 23, 195? after being convicted of first degree murder in 1954 for his wife Sylvia Meyer’s death. He had a jail prieve, was moved to London in 1961, and later lived in Indianapolis after carnival work. A key witness remains protected due to threats Meyer made during his trial.
Echo 2 a 135 foot diameter Mylar balloon launches from Vandenberg at 8 59 am EST aboard a Thor Agena B booster. It aims to relay the first American Russian communications via space and will be visible from around the world during its three year life. The project follows Echo 1 and builds a cooperative test linking Moscow and Jodrell Bank observatories.
Washington reports more than 12 million dollars for Ohio military construction in a Defense Department bill. Newark Air Force Station, Wright Patterson AFB, Lockbourne AFB, and the Dayton Electronic Supply Center receive specified funds.
Brazil floods along the Jequitinhonha River have left about 100 dead and over 100000 homeless in Bahia state as aid planes drop food and clothing to affected coastal areas.
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