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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1954

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Eisenhower tax revision bill nears final Senate hurdle

The 1000 page tax overhaul, centerpiece of the 1954 program, looks to clear a final Senate vote as Republicans predict passage to the President. Democrats challenge a dividend tax relief, while support from Rep Reed and Sen Gal signals a ready compromise path amid forecasts of quicker plant expansion and more jobs. итог

Washington Eisenhower Senate George Dgal House Daniel A. Reed Secretary of the Treasury Humphrey Closeargins

U S Opens Door to Aid for Egypt amid Suez Talks

United States signal strong support for Egypt with planned separate military and economic deals. Officials say talks could start within weeks after Egypt Britain canal settlement and Eisenhower praised the long dispute resolution. Egypt hoped to join Western backed security alliance with Pakistan and Turkey in the Near East.

Washington United States Egypt Ihs Near East Britain Suez Canal Abdul Nasser Middle East Pakistan Turkey Eisenhower

Underwood Named Democratic Candidate for Ohio 15th District

Max Lewis Underwood a 32 year old attorney from New Lexington was chosen to replace Rep. Robert T. Secrest on the November ballot as the Democratic candidate for Congress in Ohio's 15th district.

Zanesville Ohio Max Lewis Underwood New Lexington Robert T. Secrest Congress

Convention Opens Cincinnati Legion Auxiliary Gathering

The 34th convention of the women's auxiliary of the Ohio Department of the American Legion opened in Cincinnati as a preliminary to the Legion gathering.

Cincinnati Women's Auxiliary of the Ohio Department of the American Legion

Appearance Improved Section Of American Falls

The face of the American Falls collapsed into the Niagara Gorge after 185000 tons of rock broke away from the cliff. The event altered the falls crest with a deep V carving, improving the head on view from the Canadian side. No injuries were reported and observers noted ongoing fissures and fencing as engineers assessed the cause.

Niagara Falls N. Y Niagara River Prospect Thee State Parks Commission Prospect Point American Falls

Chessman Seeks Final Appeal Before Execution at San Quentin

San Quentin California AP reports Cary Chessman, 32, a convicted rapist and kidnapper, has one day to outwit the executioner. He plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court and is scheduled for execution in the gas chamber at 10 a.m. tomorrow after six years of legal maneuvers.

San Quentin Calif Cary Chessman U.S. Supreme Court Chessman Los Angeles

Capehart predicts boom in home building surge

Senator Capehart foresees a housing policy push from Eisenhower proposals boosting a construction boom. He notes the 140,000 unit goal and a curtailed public housing program sparked sharp votes in Congress.

Sen. Capehart Gages Eisenhower Congress Capehart Senate Publicc Senate House

Tradition Calls For Rain Today In Waynesburg Pa

In Waynesburg Pennsylvania a rain crew began monitoring at 12:01 a.m. to honor a local tradition dating to 1877. Attorney John Daily notes the forecast has never produced a full rain on July 29, with only seven exceptions. Daily acts as chief rain prophet and wagers a hat with a celebrity each year to publicize the custom.

Waynesburg Pennsylvania John Daily Chamber of Commerce

Sergeant Cleared In Court Martial Over Recruits Treatment

FT DIX N J A three man court martial acquitted sergeant Richard J Witbeck 24 of Wellington Ohio of maltreatment charges tied to a June 21 punishment formation at which 225 recruits stood in 92 degree heat. Witbeck’s superior Lt Robert S Morgan 2 of Wilkes-Barre Pa was cleared of dereliction of duty. Witbeck argued he acted on orders and did not testify. his lawyer called the incident a routine disciplinary measure.

FT. DIX Richard J Witbeck Wellington Ohio Witheck Robert S. Morgan Wilkes-Barre Witbeck Austria Norman Tupper Winter Park Fla Tupper

Woman shoots horse and herself in Fairmount Park

In Philadelphia, 31 year old Trudy Tollin and her horse Bebe were found beside a rifle rigged to a tree and a blue denim skirt over the horse. Tollin reportedly shot the horse then killed herself, leaving five poker cards in her hand. A carved inscription on the rifle read Speak not in anger.

Philadelphia Trudy Tollin Fairmount Park Bebe Opera Edward McCann

McCarthy Rejects Roy Cohn as Personal Consultant

In New York Senator Joseph R McCarthy says Roy Cohn declined an offer to serve as his personal representative on the committee staff. The pair spoke at a testimonial dinner for Cohn at the Hotel Astor where security was tight amid reported threats to attendees.

NEW York Joseph R. McCarthy Corn Roy

Racketeer Convicted and Sentenced in Cleveland

In Cleveland, Alex Shonder Birns was convicted of tax fraud and sentenced to three years. He faced deportation efforts as authorities pursued him whenever he was seen within city limits. Birns, a native of Hungary, had previously resisted authorities and could not be returned to his homeland.

Cleveland Alex ‘Shonder Birns

Britain Faces Suez Crisis Test as Churchill Contemplates Exit

London AP reports a Conservative rift over Britain's Suez Canal Zone. A Commons vote tests Prime Minister Churchill's agreement to pull 8,000 troops from the canal amid cabinet resignations and pressure from Labour and party leaders. Observers doubt Labour will force his ouster.

London Britain Suez Canal Zone Egypt Churchill House of Commons Conal Commons Lord Reading House Lord Salisbury Siso Suez Labor Party Canal

Officials Planning Next Move In Sheppard Case

Cleveland police and Cuyahoga County officers plan a meeting with Cullitan to decide next steps in the Bay Village socialite Susan Hayes slaying case. Prosecutors hold final charging power despite Chief Preah’ W eeon noting lack of evidence. Dr Samuel Sheppard, husband, faces questions amid links to a technician involved with Hayes.

Sheppard Cleveland Curahogan Bay Village Cullitan Preah’ Weeon Samuel Sheppard Bay View Hospital Susan Hayes California Central

City Hall Defends 14-Foot Unfaced Statue Contract

Los Angeles council members criticize Bernard Rosenthal’s 14-foot bronze sculpture for the new police building. They consider breaking the $10,000 contract as debates focus on the piece’s face lack and abstract form. Critics deride the design while supporters cite representational value under the cop shield.

Los Angeles Bernard Rosenthal Rosenthal

Winnie’s Cabinet Shakeup Signals New Lineup in London

Prime Minister Churchill announced a new government lineup after resignations and posts shifts. Alan Lennox-Boyd becomes Colonial Secretary replacing Oliver Lyttelton. Derek Heathcoat Amory moves to Agriculture as part of the reshuffle amid talks of further ministerial exits.

London Churchill Conservative Alan Lennox- Body Transport Replac Oliver Lyttelton Derek Heathcoat

End Looms In Convict Food Strike

About 1,500 hungry convicts in Walla Walla initiated a four day sit down strike at the state penitentiary. A 61-member grievance committee met with Fred Dickson to hear demands while State Senator Neil Hoff joined to observe. Outcome hinged on public response as no meals were served until a settlement is reached.

Walla Walla Wash Fred Dickson Dickson Neil J. Hoff Fyne

Talks with Rhee Near End in Washington Visit

President Eisenhower and South Korea's Rhee neared final talks in Washington on security aid and Korea’s future. Officials gave no public comment after the discussions as Congress prepared for a joint session and debates a policy of preventing war.

Eisenhower Washington Rhee U.S North Korea Japan White House Congress

Canada Sends Snit To India

Canada dispatches a five man delegation to New Delhi to arrange the Indochina Cease fire Commission work with India and Poland. Prime Minister Louis St Laurent’s government accepted Geneva conference request to join the commission, the last to agree. India had invited Poland and Canada to send representatives for preliminary arrangements.

Montreal Canada New Delhi India Poland Foreign Office Louis St. Laurent Camara

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