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Newspaper

Syracuse Herald Journal

Location

Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1954

Page

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Unclaimed 1953 tax refunds totaling 33913 in Syracuse district

Unclaimed 1953 income tax refunds totaling 33913 await 572 taxpayers at the Syracuse district office of the Internal Revenue Bureau. Acting director Raymond E. Reichel says these checks are ready for collection in person or by mail after identity proof. Many can claim funds that belong to heirs when taxpayers died before collection.

Syracuse Internal Revenue Bureau Raymond E. Reichel

Embezzlement charges against former New Jersey governor

Former New Jersey governor Harold G. Hoffman is charged posthumously with misconduct including a false deposit of 300000 dollars in state funds. Gov. Robert B. Meyner announced the case after Hoffman's daughter said he admitted embezzling funds to finance campaigns and to pay a state official blackmail.

Trenton Harold G. Hoffman Robertb. Meyner Hoffman New Jersey

Hoffman's Fall From State Jobs Reverberates in Probe

Former director of the star Division of Employment Security, Hoffman addressed 400 members of the Grocery Manufacturers Association in Syracuse on May 19. Authorities allege false certifications in 1951 1952 claiming $3.3 million of disability funds were on deposit. Three top division employees were suspended, a fourth resigned, and Meyner scheduled hearings for August 16 as the probe unfolds.

Exagov. Hoffman Syracuse Grocery Manufacturers Representatives Association, Inc Drummins Star Division of Employment Security Hoffman Meyner Grover C. Richman Treasuer South Ampoy Trust Company

Speed Timer Outsmarted In Traffic Court Trial

Michael Graser Jr 28 of 248 Stafford Ave was arrested at 15 AM June 3 in the 500 block of Wadsworth St for traveling 25 mph in a school zone. He argued no children were present and produced school city reports. Judge Truman Preston found him not guilty noting school zone rules not absolute around the clock.

Trafic Court Taday Michael Graser, Jr Stafford Av Wadsworth St Graser Taser Truman Preston

Still Good Skiing at Mount Washington Ravine

Joe Dodge of the Appalachian Mountain Club says conditions at Tuckermans Ravine remain good for skiing through the end of June. He notes that around the Fourth of July the snow begins to melt a little.

Mount Washington Joe Dodge Appalachian Mountain Club Tuckermans Ravine

Army grills Guatemalan president under ultimatum

Ultimatum triggers power struggle as 80 officers question Jacobo Arbenz Guzman about communism. Reports say he was ordered to quit by week’s end with guarantees of safety for Guatemalans. possible exile to Belize discussed amid fears of a military revolt. Former officials warn of division and spark for Reds’ downfall.

Tegucigalpa Honduras Jacobo Arbenz Guzman Washington Leyine Arbenz Belize British Honduras Miguel Angel Mendoza

Water moccasin surprises Houston mailbox reader

Ruth Bethwick checked her mailbox in Houston and found a four foot water moccasin instead of a letter. A pail of steaming hot water was used to flush the reptile from the mail area.

Houston Tex Ruth Bethwick

Truman and Petrillo to Play Duet at APLL Convention

Former President Harry S Truman will join James C. Petrillo to entertain 3,170 delegates at the 57th annual APLL convention in Milwaukee. Truman will perform a new concert grand piano gifted to the Truman Library in Independence, while Petrillo plays trumpet.

Milwaukee IXS Harry S. Truman APLL American Federation of Musicians U. S Canada Executir A.flm James C. Petrillo Truman Truman Library of Independence Rio Petrillo

Mendes France Rejects Communist Support for New Government

Paris reports Premier designate Pierre Mendes France refused to seek or accept Communist backing as he neared a possible Assembly vote on forming France’s 20th postwar government. Observers predicted he would fail to secure the 314 votes needed, recalling his June 4, 1953 defeat by 13 votes during a prior crisis.

Paris Pierre Mendes Joseph Laniel

Chief of Police and Patrolman Injured in Columbus Crash

In Columbus Ohio the city’s chief of police George W Scholer aged 35 and patrolman Gerald H Malone aged 29 were injured when the cars they were driving collided at an intersection yesterday. Scholer suffered five fractured ribs while Malone was thrown from his car, sustaining a fractured skull and a broken nose.

Columbus Ohio George W. Scholer Gerald H. Malone

Ransom Cash Found Near Superstition Mountains

The $75,000 ransom money, hidden in a man’s work shirt with two pistols, was found near the Superstition Mountains in Arizona, close to a road traveled by officers since Friday. Daniel Marsin, 41, an unemployed Phoenix welder, was identified as the alleged abductor and held for a preliminary kidnapping hearing at 2 P.M. tomorrow, as authorities label the case the most fantastic in U.S. history.

Superstition Daniel Jr. Marsin Phoenix Irs Smith Herbert. Marsin Marsin John J. Flynn Flynn William P. Mahoney

Editorial on American intervention in Indo China tested soon

Today's features note that American attitudes toward intervention in Indo China will be severely tested by events in the coming weeks. Marquis Childs comments on the editorial page. Regular features appear on Amusements 26 Financial 31 Bridge 8 Graham 20 Classified 31-35 Ing. Reports 15 City Life 21 Junior Set 39 Deaths 18 Radio-TV 30 Editorials 22 Women's 23-25 Letters 22 Sports 27-29.

Indo-China Marquis Childs Graham City Life

Communists Push Peace Plan as Korea Talks Near End

At Geneva the Communist faction pressed a plan for peaceful Korean development, proposing troop withdrawals and army reductions to 100000, with all military obligations canceled. North Korea and China backed secret talks by a seven nation group. UN allies expect rejection and a final Korea session. Vietminh Laos and Cambodia issue looms as Indo China talks resume.

Geneva Nam Il Korea Ped China Chou En-lai North Korea South Korea United Nations Laos Cambodia

Reciprocal Trade Pacts Approved by Senate Finance Panel

The Senate Finance Committee approved extending the 20 year old reciprocal trade agreements act for one year by a substantial vote. Chairman Millikin said the move is a partial victory for President Eisenhower who had sought a three year extension with tariff cutting power but accepted the one year term after GOP opposition in the House.

Washington Senate Finance Committee House Miliilm R-Cole Eisenhower Congress Gnally

Cancer Research Director Named

New York reports Dr. Clarence Little, 66, named director of a tobacco industry funded program studying tobacco use and health. He heads Roscoe B. Jackson Memorial Laboratory in Bar Harbor and has past roles with the American Association for Cancer Research and the National Advisory Cancer Council.

New York Clarence ©. Little Topbacco Little Roscoe B. Jackson Bar Harbor American Association For Cancer Research National Advisory Cancer Council

Today’s Chuckle Sign Prompts Faith Lift Line

A New York church features a playful sign reading Come in and have your faith lifted. The quip evokes lighthearted welcome as visitors enter for services and reflection.

New York

Carr Slams Army Coddling Reds in Exposure Debate

Francis P. Carr testified that the Army is not coddling Communists but praised Stevens and Adams for trying to prevent exposure of individuals cleared in loyalty investigations. Carr, McCarthy subcommittee staff director, disputed defenses during the 34th day of the Army hearings. Concluded on Page 7, Column 1.

Awashington Francis P. Carr Stevens Army John G. Adams Carr McCarthy Joseph N. Welch McCarthy Army Welch Army Loyalty Board Col

Burglary Drill Targets Bellevue Pro Shop Door

A burglar drilled 18 holes in the Bellevue Country Club pro shop door last night to drop a rock inside for entry. Pro shop pro Tom Newlove reported a missing driver worth $15 after Patrolman Michael Cavanaugh questioned him. Similar entries occurred on May 28 and June 3.

Bellevue Country Club Michael Cavanaugh Tom Newlove Bellevue

U S Captives May Go Free in China Talks

Geneva reports say China will consider early release for American prisoners with good behavior after a third U S China meeting. About three Americans remain imprisoned or visa-blocked on the Chinese mainland. Peiping will review cases to decide on commutation or release.

Geneva Red China Today United States China U.S U. Alexis Johnson U. S Czechoslovakia

Pupils Rescue After Subway Fire Near Lexington Ave Station

Panic spread in a subway car when acrid smoke from a short circuit filled the Lexington Avenue line near 125th Street. About 25 injured as passengers, many high school pupils, escaped through an emergency exit but were briefly trapped by a sidewalk grate until a man from a nearby church pried it open with a crowbar.

New York Sih St

Record-High Heat Expected in Central New York

The U.S. Weather Bureau at Hancock Field says Central New York may reach the low 90s after a 90 degree day, potentially breaking the June 16 1929 record of 89. Tonight stays fair and warm with a low around 65. No rain is expected until possibly Thursday. weekend temperatures should be milder.

New York U.S Hancock Field Mercury Alex Sadows

Ortiz-Patino still seeks lost bride in Geneva chase

Wealthy Jaime Ortiz-Patino, 25, flew to Geneva to pursue Joanne Connelly Ortiz-Patino, 33, who vanished 49 days after their Italian wedding. Reports place her in Paris or London. Rome's Giornale d'Italia covers the chase and conflicting sightings.

Geneva Jaime Ortiz-Patino Pate New York Joanne Connelly Ortiz-Patino Rome Paris London Giornale d'Italia

Connelly Talks With Daughter Joanne Safe, Wife Says

John H. Connelly spoke by transatlantic telephone today with his daughter Joanne and she is safe, though he refused to disclose her location. The report came from his wife.

Mianne Beach John HL. Connelly Joanne

Bolivian magnate Ortiz-Patino flees to Paris amid split

The Bolivian magnate Simon Patino reported he plans to go to Paris after a Geneva airport interview about his estranged wife. He said he would likely be contacted by police and that his wife wants to reach him. His much-divorced bride, once married to Robert Sweeny, named Porfirio Rubirosa as a co respondent in the case.

Ortiz-Patino Paris Geneva Tim Simon Patino London Lsity Robert Sweeny Sweeny Porfirio Rubirosa Dcowminican Pilarbor

Pre Regatta Activity Pace Stepping Up in Syracuse

Syracuse buzzes this week as the 32d annual intercollegiate rowing regatta on Onondaga Lake nears, with dinners, parties, and public appearances by regatta figures. Coach Gus Eriksen of Syracuse University spoke at a Hispanic Club luncheon, joined by visiting coaches as crews prepare for Saturday’s classic. George Focock of Seattle discussed rowing’s influence on youths with the Syracuse Ad Club, praising the sport’s teamwork and effort.

Syracuse Onondaga Lake Gus Eriksen Syracuse University Eriksen Orange Crews George ¥. Focock Seattle

Where to Buy Regatta Tickets

Tickets for the 52nd annual Intercollegiate Rowing Association regatta on Onondaga Lake go on sale downtown at the Hotel Syracuse and at Syracuse University Department of Athletics on campus. General admission is 31, children admitted free, reserved seats 240, parking 50. Freshman race at 2 PM, junior varsity at 3 PM, varsity at 4 PM.

Onondaga Lake Syracuse Syracuse University Department of Athletics

Statesmen to Arrive for White House Talks Next Week

British Prime Minister Churchill and Foreign Secretary Eden will meet President Eisenhower at the White House the weekend of June 25 to discuss Southeast Asia crises, Geneva failures, and Indo China. Secretary Dulles expects near unity on action and defense. Hagerty calls it informal with no fixed agenda. France’s collapse looms over Western defense, Bermuda talks cited.

Sir Winston Churchill Anthony Eden Kaeee Eisenhower Southeast Asia Geneve Indo-China White House John Foster Dulles Dulles United Action James C. Hagerty Geneva Far East Joseph Laniel Free World State Department Roblems Western Europe United States Great Britain France Churchill Eisenhower Bermuda London Eden House of Commons

Plane Burns After Emergency Landing at Gage

A non scheduled DC-4 passenger plane carrying 78 aboard made an emergency landing near Gay. After passengers and crew left the craft it was destroyed by fire. The Great Lakes Airlines flight was en route from New York to Los Angeles with 74 passengers and a crew of three.

Barbers Offer Installment Haircuts in Japan

In Yamaguchi western Honshu barbers sell haircuts on an installment plan. Customers can receive multiple haircuts throughout the year and pay monthly installments.

Tokyo Yama‘guchi Honshu

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Asia U. S. Treasury New York City Reichel Menner Richman State Warren Gaffney Associated Press Ada Leonard Truman and Ariz Evelyn Ann Smith Reds Wireshoto Joanne Ortiz-Pating Columbins Walter Haney New York State Exvikstn Raney IEE
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