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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1954
Page
1
Russia accused the United States of aggression against Red China and urged the UN to condemn. The debate centered on the U S demand, backed by Korea and allies, for the release of 11 American airmen held as spies by Peiping. The session split five issues but Moscow aimed to blunt attacks on China.
In a dramatic session the Assembly heard Dr Samuel Sheppard deny killing his wife last July 4 as prosecutors pressed for motive. The case centers on the riotous crossfire between U S and Soviet allies amid the Formosa era tensions. Weigle testified that Sheppard assaulted his 7 year old son during a rage incident.
Washington dispatch says President Eisenhower plans a hard fight to push a progressive moderate wing for the Republican nomination in 1956 if he decides not to seek a second term. Friends disclosed his private views after a news conference in which he coined the term progressive moderates.
Democratic leaders Averell Harriman and Paul Butler urged public accountability for President Eisenhower over Republican campaign tactics and administration deficiencies. The report cites debates about McCarthyism, party unity in Bavaria, and a Vatican update on Pope Pius XII as surrounding context.
Congressional committee chasing drought areas in Hawaii faced snow and blizzard winds atop Haleakala Maui. Members joked about weather while Rep Berry urged hope as rain turned to snow and clouds covered the survey in a day of misfortune for the delegation led by Hawaii delegate Elizabeth Farrington.
Senator Mundt disclosed he failed to dissuade McCarthy from blasting President Eisenhower after Watkins committee praised the Utah senator. Mundt, a McCarthy ally, said McCarthy replied that he must speak out as “they’re shooting at me down there.” The episode follows McCarthy’s rebuke vote and White House praise for Watkins.
William McManus slipped from the county jail using a bar of soap. He asked guards for it and, aided by the sheriff’s mother in law, pushed past her and fled the facility.
The fragment lists daily features across pages including Amusements Inquiring Bridge Reporter Classified Your City Life Money Draw Editorials Music Financial Radw TV Letters Women Sports Traffic and a note for Today's Pictures on page 36 showing 49 on 291.
West Point cadets withdraw from a major national debating tournament amid a diplomatic recognition debate topic and a security incident at the Waldheim Hotel. The controversy involves Prof J Edward McEvoy Syracuse University and district eight officials as they determine prosecution for Ronnie Naylor who allegedly stole a small amount of money after breaking into the hotel.
A report from Carthage Ml notes students are urged to attend a theme song event with a suggestion from a secretary. The remark mentions the song When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder and hints no Cadet team will be formed this year.
Chancellor Konrad Adenauer faced a collapse of control in Bavaria as his grip on the region appears to slip, threatening to end his long hold on Bonn and the direction of West Germany.
Syracuse squadron of the Owls Air Patrol joins statewide search for Wilbur Weyland a 37 year old New Jersey salesman missing after taking off in a Piper Pacer from Massena bound for Rochester. CAP ground crews and 45 planes scan Central New York and nearby groups while authorities note flight plans are not required by the CAA.
In Tokyo Ichiro Hatoyama a pro American conservative won the prime ministership promising closer trade with Russia and China. His tenure may be brief possibly not exceeding three months as he faces immediate political hurdles.
Hatoyama and Socialists push 71 year old diplomat into the prime chair as votes swing 257 to 191 for Hatoyama while Taketora Ogata loses ground. Birmingham grand jury probes vote manipulation aiming to derail A L Patterson's bid for attorney general amid corruption rumors.
Extra police and sheriff's deputies surrounded the Cedar Street Jail as a small fire broke out in an abandoned area near the cell block. Smoke filled corridors while 15 prisoners, including two awaiting first degree murder trials, were guarded and later evacuated if needed. Firefighters cleared the smoke and contained the blaze by 5 AM using three lines. Sheriff Stone commended the Syracuse Police Department for prompt aid.
Washington GP defense secretary Wilson issues a directive to limit contracting with the same firms and in the same regions to preserve a broad mobilization base. Critics say the policy targets big contractors, a claim the Defense Department disputes.
Wayne Township report details Harry V. Long Jr of Clifton striking a dog while driving after leaving a showroom. He hit the animal at nine miles per hour on the road, the car sustained right side damage and wheel breakage but Long was unhurt.
A humorous exchange notes a bookkeeper missing during an audit. The boss learns the staffer left for the races, highlighting a quip about the only chance to balance the books being at the track.
Syracuse braces for wintry weather with 2 to 4 inches of snow likely by Saturday. Rain and warmer air follow the squalls as winds gust 15 to 20 miles per hour tonight and up to 29 degrees high tomorrow. Snow totals and road conditions evolve as the storm moves through the area.
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