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Syracuse Herald Journal

Location

Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1955

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Hoover says budget could balance overnight if commission gets its way

Former President Herbert Hoover told the U S Chamber of Commerce that the Hoover Commission could balance the federal budget overnight if allowed to proceed, but warned against overoptimism. He outlined forthcoming reports on warehousing, storage, research and development, and government business agencies, and noted expected additional findings within two months. He cited favorable editorial support and acknowledged some business sector criticism. Byrd warned the national debt remains a severe burden in discussions with delegates.

Washington Herbert Hoover Commission On U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hoover Commission Hoover

Tear gas ends siege of armed justice of the peace

Bethel Vermont reports that Manuel Miller 47 held off federal and state authorities for 12 hours in a gun threat to keep his wife out of a mental hospital. He surrendered last night and faces charges while Lucille Miller 44 is confined in a Washington hospital.

Bethel Justice of the Manuel Miller Miler Lucille St. Elizabeth's Hospital Washington, D.C Miller Brattleboro Mental Hospital Washington U.S Shalls Esther Anderson John Breen

IKE WINS Senate Rejects Plan to Junk Trade Law

The Senate defeated a bid to scrap Eisenhower's reciprocal trade program in a key floor test on the foreign trade bill. Senator Malone proposed a substitute tying tariffs to domestic foreign cost differences, but it failed by voice vote with little support. Senator Byrd managed a brief debate on the substitute, urging its defeat and signaling confidence in defeating major amendments as the chamber rushed to vote.

Washington Senate Eisenhower Malone R-Nev Tariff Commission Byrd D-Va

Jail Garden Looted in Erie County Jail Theft

BUFFALO UP Albert Graw Janderaps cabinet reports a theft of 1 million tulips and 84 arable velicws from a flower bed in front of the Erie County Jail yesterday. Police investigated the unusual garden loot as a possible inside job.

Buffalo Albert Graww Erie County

Todays Editorials and Pictures Highlight Admission Debate

A clipped editorial page discusses the admission of Red China and includes commentary by David Lawrence. The edition also promotes today’s features and pages for photographs on page 38.

Omer Aett Red China David Lawrence

Automation clinic tackles fears of unemployment rise

Syracuse leaders at the nation's first clinic on automation drew more than 275 Central New York manufacturers to Crumlins for a three day session. Dr W R G Barker of General Electric urged that automation is simply programmed mechanization and warned the public image may swing between peace and hunger.

Syracuse New York Crumlins Manufacturers Association of Syracuse American Institute of International Engineers South College of Applied Science Syracuse University W. R. G. Barker General Electric Company Baker

Mad Bomber Hunt Pressed by New York Police

Authorities hunt a bomber believed to have planted about a dozen crude bombs in rail stations bus terminals and large theaters over the years. Detectives have been assigned to watch for suspicious packages and follow leads after a crude cylinder bomb was found at Radio Civ Music Hall. The device had a clock timed to detonate at 6 79 P M Sunday, posing lethal danger to nearby people.

New York

Weather Outlook With Warm Day and Showers Tonight

Weather summary notes a warm high around 84 degrees with a cold front bringing possible showers and thunderstorms. Tomorrow looks unsettled with a chance of rain and breezy conditions.

Kelter Chicago Cleveland Oma Ph. Tanight

Turmoil Over Abolishing First Class Travel Debate

Fragmented report outlines a plan by Japan's National Ratway Corp headway toward abolishing first class travel. UPI cites Army coaches and radio networks as sources, noting a strong workforce and the potential impact on service capacity. An accident incident injures no one, while officials warn delays expected as roads and rails adjust.

Toryo 2 Japan Ratway Corp Leday TORYQ UPI Little bRiter Byl Taupe Ads Ce Ior Thevsande Améssa Asuet Cme Saat

GE Suggestions Earn $5 Million

In Buffalo a venture linked to GE proposals promises a $5 million payoff. The initiative, labeled as a corporate suggestion program, aims to spur efficiency and innovation. Details remain unclear as the text is fragmentary and reads with many garbled phrases.

Fragmented OCR note with garbled personal names

A garbled OCR passage contains scattered names and phrases. It appears to reference people such as Mo Fazal and Father cal Higul but the text is largely indecipherable. No coherent event, date, or location emerges to form a clear newsitem.

Tragic Dallas Shooting In West Dallas Claims 9-Year-Old Tommy Rendon

A 9-year-old boy, Tommy Rendon Jr., was killed by a .22 rifle shot in West Dallas as a 12-year-old class truancy offender confessed he fired at a utility pole to frighten him. The shooter, who claimed no intent to hurt the boy, was detained by police and turned over to juvenile authorities. Tommy’s funeral was scheduled.

Dallas Tommy Rendon Jr Sam Bass Clyde Barrow Tommy

Blankenship Weighs Return After Son's Death

William Blankenship Sr. may return to New York to continue his fight against juvenile delinquency after his son William Jr. was killed by a teen gunman. Funeral services for William Jr. were held at St. John’s Lutheran Church with burial at Sky View Memorial Park. Bronx police and District Attorney Daniel Sullivan pursued first degree murder charges against 17 year old Frank Santana.

Tamaqua William Blankenship New York Blankenship William Bronxwood Ad- Council Frank ‘Tarzan Santana Billy Bronx Daniel V. Sullivan Outer Senesee St Preston Trathc Wyncoop Bureau of Mot Wencoop Thomas Sardike Poruck E. Genesee St Ines M Genesee Sie

Food Prices Hit Two Year Low At Wholesale Level

New York reports wholesale price indices hit a two year low. The overall measure for general use declined, signaling lower costs for consumers. The report notes the index tracks total wholesale value per unit with broad implications for markets and inflation.

New York

Showers Overcome by Show of Sox Ball Squad

A garbled report hints at a Chicago event where the White Sox and another team played in a double header. Naming is unclear but suggests significant attendance and praise for a standout performance amid a busy Chicago sports day.

Chicagh Walter Aoa Yeme Emere Chicago White Sox Balities Bandas

Solvay Romeo 16 and Juliet Parted in Paris

Solvay teen Terence Walton and his London girlfriend Carol Frances Martin were found in Paris, where police separated them at parental request. The London couple disappeared last week after a whirlwind 13 day courtship. The Martins lodged a reported cable objection to the match and halted the wedding plans. The Waltons of Solvay were contacted and await further word from authorities.

Terence Walton Carol Frances Martin London Paris London Daily Mirror Mirror Charles Walton Second St Solvay Walton Miss Martin Briish New York Waltons

Eisenhower Pledges Free Vaccine If Needed

President Eisenhower pledged no child will go without polio vaccine if parents cannot pay. White House said he would seek authority to buy remaining vaccine from producers for free inoculation of first and second graders if necessary. Press secretary Hagerty stressed emergency powers only if money barriers block inoculation, and noted no current shortage. The president discussed ceasefire hopes with Red China and Mrs Eisenhower’s health after a serious virus infection. Page 2 continued.

Washington Eisenhower White House James C. Jagerty National Foundation For Hagerty Congress of the United States Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare United States Red China Formosa Cinmni

US Seeks Constitutional Monarchy for South Viet Nam

U S officials reportedly favor a constitutional monarchy for South Viet Nam amid ongoing strife. The approach would back democratic form of government as Diem faces calls for removal, with a constitutional monarchy viewed as a stabilizing outcome if adopted.

Saigon South Viet Nam United States Sagan Jannam

Oswego Bids To Reopen Great Lakes Port On Lake Ontario

Oswego officials outlined preliminary plans to reestablish the city as a leading Great Lakes port including dredging to a 27 foot harbor depth. Nearly 200 leaders from Central New York and the Great Lakes states attended a day long Payloads Conference to learn how Oswego plans for the St Lawrence Seaway opening possibly in 1958. City guides showcased harbor facilities and planned improvements to welcome ships.

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Payroll Loss Quietly Reported in Welland Bank Heist

A Welland Ontario bank was robbed late last night with about 75 000 Canadian dollars in payroll funds taken. Police report minimal details as investigators review security footage and canvass the area.

Welland Wellraed

Separated Twins Will Fly Home

In a brief report the separated twins are said to be returning home after their separation. Details are scarce and no dates or locations are clearly provided in the fragment. The item notes ongoing family efforts to reunite and mentions individuals named in the unreadable text.

Philadelphia City Abolishes Wagon Shop Positions

The city ice commission cut three jobs at the wagon shop foreman wheelwright and wheelwright helper. Action reduces active wagons to three remaining in February.

Philadelphia Ice Commission Yederéay Phiadedy

Search Pressed For Missing Boy

In Billerica Massachusetts authorities continue the search for Jackie Calor a missing boy. The operation involves police firemen Boy Scouts and volunteers as teams comb the area with hopes of locating him. Parents Mr and Mrs Claxton say they have not given up and appeal for any information to aid the search efforts.

Bilerica Mass Jackie Calor iClaxton

Polio Toll Down Since 1954 Survey Indicates Change

An United Press survey shows fewer polio deaths than in 1954, with notable drops in child fatalities. The report notes ongoing vaccine efforts and public health campaigns, while acknowledging gaps in data and regional variations.

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