02 Jun 1955
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1955
Page
1
Milwaukee man charged Wednesday faced a heavy loss scheme involving jewels and fake stock deals. Prosecutors say he used forged checks and names of family lawyers to solicit funds from several investors, including a countess, promising large returns.
The House committee approved a postal pay raise after Senate action, advancing a ten point six percent increase despite a presidential veto threat. The measure, backed by supporters, would consolidate separate postage classes into a single city carrier rate, aligning with suggestions from Eisenhower.
The report outlines a warmer trend with day temperatures in the mid 80s in the south and mid 60s to 70s elsewhere. It notes cloud cover, pressures at Menasha and Randall gauge readings, and Gurkstaff Observatory data from Tuesday to Wednesday with a maximum of 75 and minimum of 50.
Four Chinese aviation workers freed in the Hong Kong incident faced intense questions at a press conference. They described harsh interrogation and exposure to abusive treatment during captivity. Officials indicated improved conditions after relocation to Peters, with back pay reported for the detainees.
London reports indicate police reinforced the capital as rail workers and engineers strike spreads across stressed sectors. Union leaders push for peace talks while contingency plans and emergency measures surface, with potential toll on shipping and public transit services.
Mrs. Stuart, wife of missing Coast Guard Air Sea Rescue pilot Wilfred J. Hammon, recalls her husband and 63 others listed in indictments. She describes a downed PSY and a crashed B23 near Swatow China, and says she waited with their children Gerald 11 Dean 8 Lynn 3 as crews were rescued.
A brief Atlanta windstorm hurled a 100 pound boat about 50 feet into the air and ripped a hole in a house roof. The whirlwind spared other objects and left rose petals unruffled in the yard of Donald E. Magennis.
Catlin announces a bid to seek the United States Senate seat held by Sen. Alex Wiley, citing the crucial years ahead and his effort to secure endorsement at the state convention. Wiley has served since 1988 with reelections in 1994 and 1950. Catlin calls for a moratorium on early announcements until after the year.
Berlin reports say Easter Communists tighten control of water trains and phone lines between East and West zones. Police fired at a fleeing motorcycle and a new cable link allows direct reports to headquarters, worsening the blockade and security risk in the divided city.
City Court rejected a proposal to paint Los Angeles streets pastel colors to reduce accidents. The plan faced controversy and was deemed impractical despite opposition arguments.
Fragmentary text describes a system to phone directly between West and East Berlin stations and notes links along routes between stations. The passage hints at connections and seednotors, but details are unclear.
Health officials announce second round immunization for first and second graders at Lincoln Peters Read and St Joseph Schools. Clinics will run at Moore and Metco facilities with resources and details issued by the health department.
Severe downpour drenched the Black River area causing highway 32 closures and rail line disruption. Water over 10 feet flooded areas, basements, and fields while the Chicago and North Western reported damage and track washouts.
A damaged old notice from the Pasha News May 18 1704 reports a lost canvas boat cover found by Mrs Sem Dobbins after seeing an ad by Rexerd Mr Willem Hubberd Street Superintendent. He confirms the cover was returned next morning. Northwestern Want Ads promote rapid results via phone.
A ceremony in Oshkosh will dedicate a Wisconsin official marker for Knaggs Ferry life spanning the late 1800s. The aluminum plaque, set in Rainbow Park near the Fox River landing, honors Knaggs and the ferry’s role in local transit, with Park staff and veterans participating.
In Dallas Texas a paint shop collapse trapped a worker for six hours before rescue. Rescue teams freed a man and searched for more as the three story building tipped. Several injured were treated at Parsland Hospital while doctors administered sedatives to calm patients.
A Chinese broadcast signals possible U S retaliation over a pledge to exchange four American airmen. The Red China voice said measures would be taken in response to Western actions around the Taiwan area, as the East described.
The report discusses estimates of U S drug addicts and trends after World War II with mentions of heroin influx and international sources. It notes a shift in addiction patterns and references figures and statements by officials regarding the scope of the problem.
The U S envoy to Thailand departs for Bangkok accompanied by a delegation and related aides as part of ongoing diplomatic engagements. Specific names and agencies are not clearly provided in the readable text.
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