The Pontiac Press: 1955-04-08

Abstract

Turnpike planners defend route: Revenue from Detroit traffic is deemed vital ; Jesus returns to heaven after blessing his disciples ; Eden changes British cabinet with 2 moves ; Pilgrims pray where Christ was betrayed ; Sign of hope across the world today ; GM and UAW recess talks ; Christians around world mourn death in the cross ; East Germany says hundreds enlisting ; Proposed turnpike route ; Mengert turns in score 1 under par ; Pontiac population hits 85,000: Says city must spearhead area water supply drive ; City appoints supervisors ; Vote canvass reveals only ‘minor changes' ; The day in Birmingham: $578,000 is area goal in county Y fund drive ; Two Pontiac dogs get hero medals ; Actress Theda Bara dies in California hospital at 65 ; Sylvan Lake bond sale has state OK ; Fire hits residence of Birmingham man ; Teamsters approve new 3-year contract ; Pin-up creator describes gals 50 years hence ; Eskimos prepare for Easter celebrations ; 11 Soviet students will visit U of M ; Pontiac woman to mark 90th birthday on Easter ; Tobacco group offers grants