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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1956

Page

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U S Protests Soviet Actions in Hungary and Berlin

Washington reports two sharp protests by the United States to Soviet actions in Hungary and Berlin. State Department official Robert Murphy condemned Soviet tank intimidation in Budapest near the American legation and warned of a dangerous crackdown on civilians.

Washington INS Hungary Berlin Robert D. Murphy U. S State Department Red Budapest Legation Murphy Sergei A. Striganov United Nations Striganov

Residents recall Hawaii attack and urban mischief in 2 Pe Sonne

The piece notes a past attack 15 years ago in Hawaii and current local issues in 2 Pe Sonne including odd license plates GOODS seen on a Pennsylvania tag, twisted street signs, and prank directional signs. It mentions increased bus service for shoppers and cautions about home security amid speeding on Pearson Street.

Hawaii Pennsylvania

Daily Weather Report Summary

Cloudy and warm with rain and possible scattered thunderstorms tonight. Low 40s. Saturday remains cloudy and mild with rain. US 24 hour period ending 7 am: max 68, min 52, precipitation 0.33 inches, river stage 6 feet. A year ago: max 35, min 18, no precipitation.

United States

American Forces to Stay in Iceland Under New Agreement

The United States and Iceland reached a pact allowing U S forces to remain at Keflavik. Iceland dropped demands for troop withdrawal amid fears over Russian actions in Hungary. The accord ends troop negotiations and creates a standing group to discuss future defense issues with six months notice required for withdrawal.

Washington Iceland North Atlantic State Department U.S Hungary Keflavik

Howley Assigned to Franklin After Vacation

Joseph Howley Lawrence County Superintendent of highways will be transferred to the Franklin office of the State Department of Highways. He will serve as assistant engineer of construction and report after his vacation, expected to end in four or five days. The move was announced by H S Gahagan district engineer of highways at Franklin.

Joseph Howley Lawrence County Franklin State Department of Highways H.S. Gahagan

Philippines Elected by the UN Security Council 1957

United Nations Assembly elected the Philippines to the Security Council for 1957 succeeding Yugoslavia. The Philippines won 51 of 74 votes with one abstention while four were absent. The Soviet satellite of Czechoslovakia received 20 votes and Kuznetsov protested Prague’s loss.

United Nations N. Y INS United Nations Assembly Philippines Security Council Yugoslavia Global Forum Czechoslovakia Vu. V. Kuznetsov Prague

Truck Driver Killed Near Erie in Wreck

A truck driver Ellis O. Humpres 35 of Bowling Green Ohio died when his tractor trailer crossed Route 5 west of Erie and crashed into a tree. State police said fatigue likely caused the crash and rescue workers used acetylene torches to recover the body.

Erie Here Girard Ellis O. Humpres Bowling Green Ohio

Clinton High School reopening eyed for Monday vote

Clinton school officials and faculty deliberated today on reopening Clinton High School after a week closed due to anti Negro demonstrations. Fourteen men and two women facing federal charges were ordered to trial by December 20.

Clinton, Tenn Clinton High School Robert L. Taylor Anderson County D. J. Brittain Jr Airth Joseph Diehl Knox County U.S John C. Crawford Taylor Diehl

Below Zero In Montana Today

Cut Bank Montana posted 26 below zero as frigid Canadian air engulfed the Great Lakes westward to the Pacific and southward into the Southern Plains, leaving the nation in a deep freeze with many locales shivering.

Chicago Uns Mont Great Lakes Pacific Plains

United States Pushes Hammarskjold to Moscow for Hungary Talks

At UN the United States urged sending Dag Hammarskjold to Moscow for Hungary talks as Budapest access remains blocked. The U.S. and allies pressed for observer entry while Security Council elections shaped up with Soviet backed Czechoslovakia against U.S. favored Philippines.

Bruce W. Munn United Press United Nations N.Y United States Dag Hammarskijold Moscow Hungary Kremlin Budapest Russia Security Council Yugoslavia Czechoslovakia Philippines Hammarskjold U.N France Britain

Why Christmas Sermonette Ends Advent Series Dec 24

A daily Advent sermonette by local clergymen continues through December 24. The series reflects on the meaning of Christmas as it unfolds in community life and faith.

Why celebrate Washington Lincoln and Christ

Reverend George Jones argues for celebrating George Washington and Abraham Lincoln as great leaders and contrasts them with celebrating Christ Jesus as the savior. He cites Luke 2 11 and Isaiah about the birth of a savior and notes the page continuation.

George Washington Abraham Lincoln United States of America United States Christ Jesus City of David Christ the Lord Isaiah

U S Considers Moves to Aid Britain

France seriously weighs measures to ease Britain's economic strains amid the Middle East crisis. Vice President Nixon urged U S financial aid as in our interest, speaking at the New York City National Automobile Show dinner.

Washington INS Britain France Middle East Richard M. Nixon U. S Great Britain Nixon New York City

Air Force to Build Airport in Pittsburgh District

The Air Force plans a new airport in the Pittsburgh district to protect defense plants and aid reservists. CONAD spokesman Maj. Charles H. Franks notes overcrowding at Greater Pittsburgh Airport and says officials aim to solve the issue within a year despite county resistance.

Air Force Pittsburgh Contintal Air Defense Command CONAD Charles H. Franks Greater Allegheny County Maj. Franks

Eden Vows To Fight On As Prime Minister

London reports say Prime Minister Anthony Eden intends to stay in office after a 67 vote government victory on a Laborite censure motion. The margin of confidence was 2 and 15 Conservatives abstained in protest over Middle East policy, with Eden set to return from Jamaica next Friday.

Allen R. Dodd Jr London INS House of Commons Anthony Eden Eden Jamaica

Explosives Found On New York Docks After Brooklyn Blast

Quantities of Primacord detonating fuse and safety fuses were found on several Manhattan docks following Monday’s $15,000,600 blast on Brooklyn pier 35. Fire Chief ordered pier searches uncovering 11,000 pounds on North River pier and 650 pounds on East River pier, with 10 dead and 247 injured in the Brooklyn explosions.

New York INS Brooklyn Pier Manhattan Brooklyn Edward Cavanagh, Jr North River Pier East River

One Killed Many Injured In Chicago El Fire

A rush hour fire swept two cars of a crowded Chicago elevated train killing motorman Daniel Cullen 47 and injuring scores. Fire halted traffic as power was shut off and thousands were delayed at local platforms and stations.

Chicago Cook County Daniel Cullen Loop

Death Record of Orin F. Barber in New Galilee

Orin F. Buddy Barber age nine of New Galilee RD 1 died Friday December 7 1956. The obituary note lists burial details and surviving relatives. Funeral arrangements were not disclosed in the available text.

Orin F Buddy) Barber New Galilee RD 1

Threats to Foreigners in Egypt Raise Alarm

The International Red Cross plans to appeal to Egypt to prevent a possible massacre of Christians as British and French troops depart the Suez Zone. Port Said residents fear reprisals with about 1,000 foreigners planning to flee while several hundred Cypriot Britons stay.

Uited Port Said Egypt Suez Canal Daniel F. Gilmore United Press London International Red Cross Suez Canal Zone Maurice Thudicum International Red Cross Committee Port Nasser Thadicum Geneva Gamal Abdel Nasser

Convict Three Planned Sentence On Riesel Acid Attack

In New York three men Gondolfo Shiekie Miranti Domenico Bando and Leo Telvi were convicted of conspiracy in the acid blinding of labor columnist Victor Riesel and faced up to five years in prison and ten thousand dollars in fines. Four others including John Dioguardi awaited trial Monday. Riesel was blinded on a Manhattan street April 5 and later testified in the trial.

New York INS Victor Riesel Gondolfo Shiekie Miranti Domenico Bando Leo Telvi John Johnny Dio Dioguardi Riesel Manhattan Miranti Bando Telvi

Kennedy Drops Bid for 1960 Democratic Ticket

Sen John F Kennedy of Massachusetts ends speculation by stating he will not pursue either the presidential or vice presidential nomination in 1960. The announcement follows Kefauver Kennedy competition and Stevenson’s recent withdrawal from the race.

Ruth Montgomery

Mass Arrests in Hungary Reported by UPI

Vienna based United Press reports that Hungary's secret police have returned to power and begun mass arrests to suppress anti-Soviet demonstrations. Premier Kadar unleashed "terror troops" after violent protests in Budapest and other cities resulting in deaths and many wounded as Soviet tanks and police fired on protesters.

Franz Cyrus United Press Vienna Hungary Budapest Jahs Os Kadar

Hungary Labor Leaders Warn of General Strike

Budapest dispatch reports Hungary's labor leaders warning the government of a general strike bloodshed and a new national tragedy if arrests continue. The blunt ultimatum signals mounting unrest amid political tension and government crackdowns.

Budapest Hungary

Hungary reports mass arrests and curfew across several cities

Austria said secret police conducted widespread arrests during the night while the Red controlled Budapest radio admitted opposition activity in scattered areas. A curfew was imposed on Eger due to provocative elements with anti Communist demonstrations also reported in Veszprem.

Austria Budapest Racio Hungary Eger Veszprem AVH

Soviet Tanks Ready In Budapest Show Of Strength

Soviet tanks poised to display force again in Budapest to break demonstrations that turned violent for a third day. Two Hungarians died and five were wounded as tanks moved with police and Hungarian troops near the West railway station amid clashes between workers and pro-Kadar Communists.

Katharine Clark Budapest INS Janos Kadar

Inside section highlight and page guide

The page shows a classifieds segment with radio and TV listings, a cross word puzzle, society notes, an editorial, sports and theater items, plus an obituary. It outlines page numbers for various features and a contact number for NEWS-OL.

Co.s Cross Word Society Ellwood Sive Gugars Fccuse

What to Buy for the Wife on a Warm Day

The author shifts from global strife to domestic shopping for the wife. He contemplates gadgets to please her on a warm day, noting the heat of 63 degrees and seeking a suitable gift despite her silence on preferences.

Middle East Kremlin Britain Kashmir France

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