05 Jun 1957
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1957
Page
1
President Eisenhower expressed confidence that William S. Girard will be given a fair trial in Japan and that the U.S. government will monitor the case closely through diplomatic channels if injustice seems likely. Officials told Congress Girard’s surrender under treaties with Japan is necessary to keep U.S. troops stationed abroad.
Sun loving women relaxed in shorts at the river and local streams as youths’ daring swims fade. Busy streets report buses unloading difficulties at FE Washington St and Croton Ave while N Mill St work offers residents a preview of the new building. Scarecrows appear citywide as Chicora motorists face a speed trap and fines. Neshannock gains new street signs and praise for township supervisors’ improvements.
United Press dispatch reports Western Pennsylvania sees a sunny and warm day with a high in the 70s. Tonight and Thursday bring mostly cloudy skies with showers and scattered thundershowers, low around 58 to 64, little temperature change Thursday. 24hour stats show a high of 75 and a low of 48 with no precipitation and a river stage near 5.5 feet.
Edwin Diamond reports evidence of at least two Soviet nuclear detonations near the Arctic Ocean, possibly a year ago. The disclosures could link with earlier testimony on higher fallout in the north temperate zone and follow limited Soviet disclosure of tests.
Senate Republicans plan to move a revised General Appropriations Bill this week and seek final adjournment by June 22. The bill, sent to the floor with minimal changes, would wrap up the budget fight after GOP leaders and Democrats edge toward final passage by Friday.
Senate Rackets Committee chair John L. McClellan predicted Dave Beck Jr and Joseph McEvoy would be cited for contempt within ten days for refusing to answer questions about Beck Sr and finances. Both invoked the Fifth Amendment repeatedly, as did Beck Sr during his prior appearance.
Port Said reports the 12000 ton tanker Vestrarde entered the canal to unload 17000 tons of crude oil at Haifa marking the first authorization since the canal reopened. A small French flagged yacht Mona carrying four marine biologists was to enter at Suez without tolls.
The United States detonated a small atomic device aboard a captive balloon at Yucca Flat near Las Vegas to test a new fallout reduction system. The 4 45 am burst produced about one kiloton, smaller than prior shots, under the Operation Plumbbob program drawing Japanese protest.
State police attributed five fires in and around Sugar Grove Two elementary school to an arsonist. The latest blaze Monday night destroyed the school annex causing about 5000 in damage and leading to a three day school closure. Earlier fires included an unoccupied cottage and minor damage near the church and school. An inflammable liquid and newspapers were found at the last fire and flaming newspapers appeared at the first blaze.
Tokyo reports United States prestige rises after Washington allows Japanese courts to try Specialist Third Class William S. Girard 21 for manslaughter in a death on a U S Army firing range. Indictment charges inflicting bodily injury resulting in death of a Japanese woman. Court to determine sentence up to 15 years.
Katherine Ann Clements 18, a waitress at Indiana State Teachers College, shot herself in the bathroom with a 38 caliber revolver after laying out her burial dress and selecting obituary photo. A note gave no reason, only requests about care for an elder sister and her wristwatch.
Insiders say a White House campaign to groom Gen Alred E Gruenther for 1960 may begin after the 1958 elections A cabinet post is unlikely before then to avoid an early fronting The President keeps an open mind but regards Gruenther as a top potential nominee
Two residents died, Hannah A. McKim aged 84 of Beaver Street Wampum and George Prexta aged 80 of Wampum Koppel Road, according to local death notices dated Wednesday June 5 1957.
A government health spokesman said the American Cancer Society report linking smoking to death will be studied closely by government experts. The National Institutes of Health will evaluate the report, though it may take some time.
The Republican led Senate moves to pass a $1.1 billion general appropriation bill with House cuts intact and added funds for mental hospitals. Amendments within Welfare budget guarantee a minimum revenue, while Democrats oppose to two‑thirds approval rules. House GOP accuses Dems of abusing constitutional provisions.
440 seniors from New Castle High School began a 12 hour day with an 8 p.m. graduation at the cathedral. After the ceremony they will attend an all night party costing parents about 3000 dollars. Dr. John H. Fischer of Baltimore will address the class and Ralph A. Cooper will award diplomas.
Cairo sources say tensions rise as Egypt seeks Western trade and peace feelers to Turkey while Soviet frustration grows over cotton purchases and product quality. The sudden return of Soviet Ambassador Kiselyev signals a serious rift, with Moscow calling his trip a vacation lasting about a month.
Washington units report a record 634 tornadoes in the United States during the first five months of 1957. More than 100 lives were lost as officials note the rise reflects expanded storm reporting rather than more storms.
Legislation in Harrisburg would move the 28th Division Shrine at Boalsburg from the State Military Affairs Department to the State Historical and Museum Commission. The bill authorizes a $25,000 appropriation to maintain the shrine honoring World War I and II veterans of the 28th Division.
A Senate review opens on whether the U S surrender of GI William S Girard for trial in Japan on manslaughter violated constitutional rights The Defense Department was to present its view to a closed session of the status of forces subcommittee with House Foreign Affairs committee also planning an investigation Veterans and lawmakers condemn the decision while the Japanese promise a fair trial and Eisenhower vows protection of rights
In Rome the Christian Democrats won a confidence vote for Adone Zoli's government 132 to 93 with four abstentions in the Senate. Fascist and Monarchist senators allied with CD and independents. left-wing opposition and three small centers opposed. Lower house vote due Friday.
The piece notes beetles aphids and other pests ruining rose petals as June arrives with warm sunny 81 degree weather urging use of sprays and powders to protect roses and brides during soft summer nights.
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