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EVENING RECORD Stoneboto CitUco THE RECORD-ARGUS JAMESTOWN WORLD 110th 84 COMPLETE ASSOCIATED PRESS WIRE SERVICES, FEATURES GREENVILLE, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 1958 FUBUSHED DAILY, EXCEPT SUNDAY ESTABLISHED 1MB PRICE. SEVEN CENTS Post of School Superintendent Offered to Avalon Man Dr. Charles Wepsic Selected Over 40 Others Who Applied Tor Office; Pay Set $12,500 Emergency Anti-recession Action Unneeded, Says Ike Wants "Reasonable" Remedies Federal Jobs Report Displeases Humphrey WASHINGTON Humphrey (D-Minn) said today the latest employment report still shows a need for reasonable recession remedies instead of reliance on hope and faith. "It's good to receive less bad news than we had before but it's still not good news," he said of a government job report for March. The report showed unemployment increased by 25,000 to 5,198,000 and employment rose by 323,000 tb 62,311,000.

Humphrey said even so. small a jobless in- crease was disheartening because there is normally a substantial is normally a unemployment decline in March. President Eisenhower said the figures showed a pickup in jobs and a leveling off in unemployment indicating "a slowing up of the decline" in business. Sen. Capehart (R-Ind) said he has felt alj along the recession would be short-lived and believes it hit bottom in 'March.

He predicted employment would be back to normal by yearend. Meany Also Disturbed But AFL-CIO President George Meany viewed the new job figures as indicating a deepening reces-' sion. He said "there isn't a single ray of sunshine" in the economic picture when one considers continuing drops in manufacturing orders, retail sales, industrial production and consumer income. In New York, Secretary of Commerce Weeks predicted more employment and less unemployment for April. "By this I do not mean we are out of the woods," Weeks added, "just that the trend has started in the right direction." Rep.

Reuss (D-Wis) said the March job picture requires immediate action by Congress on a tax cut, expanded unemployment compensation benefits and increased Social Security payments. Congress Returns Monday Congress returns Monday from a 10-day Easter recess. Humphrey said steel production and freight carloadings both continued declining in March, and added: "We would be well advised to proceed with a-, anti- recession program of at least reasonable proportions, and not to rely on faith, hope and charity." However, it seemed likely the March increase in employment and the absence of any major increase in' unemployment- would take some of the steam out of the drive for a tax cut and other anti- recession proposals. The administration has opposed any tax reductions for the time being. In March, farm employment increased by 250,000 with better weather but factory employment declined another 200,000 to a point million below last year.

Total unemployment reached per cent of the labor force, compared with 6.7 per cent in February. Charges State Is Lagging on NewShortway WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. IfiV-Rcp. William H. Brand said today the State Highways Department is "dragging its feet" on building the Keystone Shortway between Sharon and Stroudsburg.

In a letter to Gov. Leader, Brand asked how unemployment can be alleviated when the department takes the position that only two small sections of the Shortway has been programmed for 1958. "Only by prompt action on your part can we have this highway under construction yet this year," Brand said. "Why not put some 'crash' in your own 'crash Highways Secretary Lewis Stevens and the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads have said surveys on the east-west road are proceeding as rapidly as possible considering the magnitude of the 300-million-dollar pi'oject.

BULLETINS WASHINGTON UrV-President Eisenhower said today he would very seriously consider calling off further U.S. nuclear tests if this year's Pacific series produces all needed research information. Eisenhower told a news conference that if such results are achieved or largely achieved it would be perfectly proper for him to declare this country's by some international agreement, but by independent U.S. action. HAVANA W) Rebels seized Cuba's largest radio and TV stations today and broadcast an appeal for sympathizers to rise in arms and fight against the government of President Fulgencio Batista.

The rebels called for an immediate general strike. Soon afterward workers in the telephone company and other utilities began leaving their jobs and communications were crippled. Shooting began at 11:30 a. m. in the waterfront district near the Banco Continental.

This is the San Isidro district in the old part of Havana. The firing rapidly spread to other sections of the city. PITTSBURGH (fit State Sen. Rowland. B.

Mahany, Tl- tusville attorney seeking the lieutenant governor nomination on the Republican ticket, conferred here today with Harold Stassen, independent candidate for the OOP guber- naorial nomination. The meeting came amid reports Mahany might withdraw actively from the race and throw his support to the Stassen ticket. Whatever he decides, Mahany's name would have to remain on the ballot. Eisenhower Elizabeth Meeting Is Possibility MONTREAL (J) Canadians are talking about the possibility that President Eisenhower and Queen Elizabeth will meet at the St. Lawrence Seaway when it opens next April.

The Queen already has promised to come to the opening, and it is believed that the President also will be on hand. A likely meeting place is Cornwall Island, in the river's International Rapids section. The four- mile island lies in Canadian waters taut a new high-level bridge is to link it with the United States just 1,200 feet away. The two heads of state may claps hands at the midway point. The seaway is a joint effort of Canada and the United States.

WASHINGTON tfl President Eisenhower said today he sees no need for any emergency anti-recession as a tax cut this time. Commenting on the latest unemployment figures, the President told a newp conference he believes there are real grounds to conclude that the economy is on the upgrade. The government announced yesterday that unemployment increased by about 25,000 in the month which ended in mid-March. There were much larger increases during the'preceding several months. March is normally a month when employment climbs as the wither moderates and permits outdoor work.

The first question put to Eisenhower ai the conference was a request for his views regarding a possible'tax cut. In reply. Eisenhower first noted that Secretary of the Treasury Anderson has promised to consult with Democratic as well as Republican congressional leaders before the administration takes any tax action. Then the president went on to say he sees nothing in the unemployment figures that brings the situation to a critical. point and requires a decision on taxes at the moment.

Covered Many Topics It was Eisenhower's third meeting with newsmen in as many the first time he has held news conferences three weeks in a row since last' August. The discussion ranged over many topics: DEFENSE. Eisenhower said vigorously that he doesn't care how many in Congress may oppose 'his defense reorganization plan- he intends to fight for it with every means at his command. That will include, he added, going nation television just as frequently as the TV networks will grant him time, if that should 'become necessary. Eisenhower also said it makes no sense at all for anyone to fear that the reorganization plan would concentrate so much power in the hands of the secretary of defense as to make.him a czar.

Among safeguards against any (See Eisenhower, Page 2) Jet Fighter Costs Mount WASHINGTON WP) The Navy is buying single-engine jet fighter planes costing $9,900,000 each more than the most expensive Air Force bomber built, the B52. The high cost of the F8U3 supersonic all-weather fighter was given in recently released testimony 1 before a House Appropriations subcommittee. Rear Adm. R. E.

Dixon, chief of the Bureau of Aeronautics, said the cost is that high partly because only a few are involved in the initial order. It should drop by about two thirds later, he said. The Air Force estimate its B52 heavy bomber costs eight million dollars; an F106 jet fighter, an F102 jet fighter, $1,285,000. Dixon's testimony- shows that the Navy program calls for 18 F8U3s, with five to be procured with fiscal 1958 funds. The first F8U3 is scheduled to make its first flight, within the next two months and to be delivered for fleet use by 3960.

It is designed to fly at about 1,500 miles per hour. OFFERED SCHOOL Dr. Charles Wepsic, of been offered the post of superintendent of schools by the Greenville Area Joint School Board. Mathematics Called "Long Suit" of The educator tapped last night by the Greenville Area Joint School Board for the post of superintendent has been a teacher, parent, church and civic leader throughout his career. Six-foot, 190-poiind Dr.

Charles Wepsic is thoroughly familiar with-this area, having been -principal of Brookfieid High School from 1945 to 1950. From Brookfield, Dr. Wepsic went to Avalon, where he has stayed until the -present. Dr. Wepsic believes a superintendent should take part in community activities, as long as do not, interfere with'the proper discharge of the education duties.

At Avalon, was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church where he has served as an elder. The educator feels Sunday School instruction, is ssential to family life. Active in PTA Dr. Wepsic has been active in Ward to Direct McGonigle's Campaign in Mercer County Sharon Wage Tax Take On Par WithJLart Year City of Sharon received $177,019 in waga taxes during the first quarter of the year. Despite a cut- bapk in payrolls, this compares favorably with the same period hpf- year.

persons face court Action unless their wage taxes for 1956 are paid. So far 26 residents have arranged to pay their delinquent taxes, Gordon Ward, Sharon businessman, has' been appointed Mercer County chairman for the campaign of Arthur T. McGonigle, Republican organization candidate for governor of Pennsylvania. Ward's appointment was made yesterday at the state GOP headquarters in Harrisburg and was announced in a telegram from T. "Newell Wood, campaign chairman for the organization ticket.

As county organization chairman, Ward will work in behalf of the ticket headed by McGonigle and alao including John M. Walker, for lieutenant governor; Hugh D. Scott, for senator, and Andrew J. Gleaaon, for secretary of internal like Mr, McGonigle's appearance and I like what he stands for," Mr. Ward told the Record- Argus yesterday.

(See Gordon Ward, Page 2) 'Gordon Ward the Avalon P.T.A. for the past eight years and has served as, a member of its executive committee. He is a member of the National Education Association, the Pennsylvania State Education Association, the American Association of School Administrators, the Allegheny County Superintendents Association, the Pennsylvania District Superintendents Association, the Doctoral Association of Educators, Phi Delta Kappa and the Avalon Anniversary Committee. Superintendent Wepsic started (See "Long Page 2) Two More School Districts to Set 10-Mill Wage Tax Two more school districts in the Greenville vicinity have announced their intentions to levy a 10- mill wage tax. They are Salem Township and the borough of Sheakleyville, both members of the Commodore Perry jointure.

The township estimates it will receive $3,000 annually from the levy. Sheakleyville expects to derive about $800. The tax will become effective in both districts on July l. The need for additional revenue to meet higher costs of the school system was given as the reason for desiring the wage tax. Local Hospital Cited by National Safety Council Greenville Hospital is one of 43 hospitals in the nation to earn a 1957 "perfect safety" award of the National Safety Council, it was announced last night at the April meeting of the hospital board of trustees.

Participating in the contest were 316 hospitals. An award certificate is being prepared for presentation to the local hospital, it was revealed. Trustees last night approved the placing of a Frank C. Gibson plaque in the main lobby of the hospital. The plaque will read: "Memorial to Frank C.

whose generosity contributed in large measure to the addition to Greenville Hospital, erected in 1958." S. O. Rentschler, of the building committee, reported satisfactory progress being made in the construction of the hospital addition. It is expected to be completed sometime in, July, he said. Trustees also were informed that a $9,000.

check had been received from the Women's Auxiliary to Greenville Hospital to defray the cost of furnishing an outpatient waiting room and a patient lounge in the new addition. In his monthly to the board, Administrator J. William Eddy said 449 patients had been admitted to the hospital during March and that the hospital total occupancy rate for the month was 89 per cent. Other statistics listed in the report included 4,005 laboratory tests, 347 emergecy room treatments, nine X-ray therapy patients, 572 X-ray examinations, 49 new born, 25 free patients for 370 charity days of service, 330 physi-r cal therapy patients treated and 194 operations. Participating in a joint conference meeting on administrative medical matters preceding the regular board session were Dr.

Thomas Ryan, Dr. J. J. McParland, Alton Shadt and Eddy. Shadt reported the discussion at the board rr 2ting.

nominating committee was chosen by Luther J. Kuder, board chairman, to name candidates for five trusteeships. Trustees whose terms will expire Kuder, Schadt, William P. Hawkes, George Jewett and Joseph Yorke Death Record Clyde Earner, 82, Mercer. Mrs.

Roland R. Lary, 53, Shar- Greenville Area Joint School Board last night voted unanimously to hire Dr. Charles Wepsic, of Avalon, as superintendent of public schools. Dr. Wepsic, presently superintendent of the Avalon school system, is epected to make his decision on the year term sometime today.

The retiring superintendent of local schools, Dr. Joseph A. Hartma, submitted his resignation two months ago after having served the Greenville system for two four-year terms. His term of office expires July 1, when he will join the faculty of Grove City College. 41 Sought Pout The 16-menrber board made its decision after hearing Dr.

Wepsic outline his qualifications and upon the recommendation of a seven- member committee organized for the purpose of screening the 41 applicants for the post. In presenting his qualifications, the 44-year-old educator stressed the need for organization of the school system for its proper functioning. Dr. Wepsic outlined the methods and procedures he has implemented in the Avalon system. Stressing his background with financial matters, Dr.

Wepsic said that "What you get for your money is important." He felt it was necessary to know what is needed and how to meet the obligations. While at Avalon, the educator said the millage been reduced from 22 to 18 and the head tax has been eliminated. Co-operatloh JTeccssary Dr. Wepsic indicated the co-operation of parents is necessary if the pupil is to work at capacity. It was necessary, he said, for the parent to be able to understand the system, of reporting the students' prdgress.

1 The educator prefers the letter system (A, E)- plus a system of remarks dealing with conduct, deportment and general comments. The Avalon superintendent believes discipline is an essential part of the education of the student. He commented "You can't do a good teaching job without discipline. Discipline problems must be examined to determine where the corrective measures are to be taken." Dr. Wepsic also said it is necessary to recognize individual differences among pupils.

In order to raise the level of a school system it was necessary to put more time into the better students, he said. The program for dealing with (See Dr. Wepsic, Page 2) True Love MOUNT STERLING, Ky. (ffi Bonnie Jean Pflug, born without arms, and William Boucher, a Connellsville, man whose legs are paralyzed, have set May 5 as the date of their wedding in the Church of God at Hope, Ky. The couple 'said they set an early wedding date in hope it will be easier for them to find work after their marriage.

They plan living in the Mount Sterling area. Miss Pflug wears artitifical arms. Artificial hands now arc being made for her. She can drive a car, type, sew and cook. Beuchcr plays a guitar and formerly was a disc jockey.

They met at a rehabilitation center in Virginia. on. BREAKS DOWN AFTER Acfn into her clenched hand as she sits in car in yw hearing in juvenile court for her 14-year-old daugiiteri court remanded. Cheryl to juvenile hall until April 24. At that time it will be determined whether she will be made a ward of the court Cheryl is held in the stabbing death of underworld figure Johnny Stompanaito.

(AP Wirephoto). Lana Turner Mum on Torrid Love Letters CP) Lana Turner was mum today on publication of her torrid love letters to Johnny Stompanato, handsome underworld figure slain by the actress' daughter" rae Six letters, published yesterday in a copyrighted article iit the began with such endearing: salutations darling" and "Dearest precious heart." as Her attorney, said'it would'be unethical for MLss Turner to nvticnttj A statements of. any kind while daughter Cheryl, 14, faces' a. Juvenile Court hearing. Cheryl stabbed 'Stompanato to death last Friday night during a fiery quarrel between the 38- year-old actress and her curly- haired boy friend.

Portions of the letters written last fall and winter while Miss Turner was on a film, assignment in Europe: From Copenhagen, Sept. 19, 195 "My dearest darling love All I want to write and say is that I love you! G-! It was so wonderful to hear your voice again Daddy! Already it seems like months. we've been apart. Anyway, sweet love, i-emember how much you mean to me and please, please ciudado (be careful). I have so many things whirling around in my brain, to write to you but bear with me precious love, the next letter has to be better and longer I promise! Until then keep your arms around me so close and kiss me as I do you a "thousand times so keep well beloved! Because I do worry so try to eat and sleep for me? Please.

Love you love you (See Lana Turner Page 2) Cutler Retained as School Superintendent for County Musser Re-elected Superintendent of Schools at Sharon Dr. C. M. Musser last'night was renamed superintendent at Sharon at a salary of -plus'a $500 expense account. Hetra was re-elected for his fourth term at Farrell and his present, salary $12,200 increased $300 by a 4-3 vote.

Among others re-elected were Luther Low at West Middlesex and Kenneth Delahunty at Hickory Township. Esther Williams Given Divorce From Ben Gage SANTA MONICA, Calif. The 12-year-marriage of Esther Williams and Ben Gage has ended in divorce. The actress, 3-1, obtained her decree yesterday on testimony that, Gage, 42, kept late hours and made her nervous. Under a court-approved settlement, Miss Williams was given custody of their children, Benjamin, 8, Kimball, 7, and Susan, and all community property except Gage's interest in a jointly owned manufacturing, firm.

To Support Trade Pact TOKYO governmem today pledged support and co- Re-election of'John B. Cutler to i 0 era to the controversial trade 1 pact between Red China and private Japanese business firms. But the Tokyo regime the office of Mercer County super i intendent of schools and approval a $500 annual raise for Cutler John B. Cutler and his assistants highlighted, the annual convention of county school directors held yesterday in the as- semblyroom of the Mercer courthouse. Cutler's re-election resulted from a unanimous roll call vote of the members present, but approval of the salary increase only narrowly passed by a margin of two 50 to 48.

Mr. Cutler was first elevated to the county school superintendency in 1954 after having served 16 years as assistant under William Mi Pollard. Affected by the increase were the superintendent, who will now receive an annual salary of Cutler, Page 2) Nationalist China that it has intention of switching 'diplomatic recognition to Peiping. Weather Sunny and- cool' today. High 40-50 Increasing cloudiness and cool tonight.

Low 27-37. Thursday, cloudy with occasional rain. High 49-58. Greenville Record Temperature for 24-ljour period ending at 7:30 a. m.

today: Maximum, 43; minimum, 15. Precipitation for 24-hour period ending at 6 p. m. yesterday ,01..