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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1957

Page

4

Five Greatest Senators Vote Under Kennedy Panel

A Senate committee led by Senator John F Kennedy seeks public input for a list of the five greatest senators of all time. Candidates cannot be living, must rise beyond state borders, and reflect broad national service beyond local achievements. Kennedy, praised for balance and fairness, chairs the process as public reaction is anticipated.

Senate John F. Kennedy Massachusetts Kennedy Legislative Assembly

Federal minimum wage scope deserves careful review

The proposal to extend minimum wage laws to exempted enterprises such as large retailers faces inflation risks, higher prices, and discriminatory impact against chain stores. Critics argue local, not federal, control fits wage-hour needs, with 29 states already enacting such laws. Extending the wage could raise all wages further, fueling inflation.

Russians claim dog travels in rockets beyond space

The piece notes Russians present a dog that traveled in rockets to space and seems to enjoy it. It contrasts the old term running dog used against capitalists with Fidovich gaining esteem. It recalls sending mice and monkeys 80 miles up and mocks Soviet claims of a canine Captain Video dining on a flying saucer.

Fidovich Video

Miscellany By HAL BOYLE

Hal Boyle lists curious facts from mail and public life including Hoover’s arrest estimate, church crime costs, hearing impairment among schoolchildren, Rin Tin Tin’s doghouse, Broadway shirtfronts, fabric noisiness, ear infection trends for divers, weight loss by moving to the equator, old sea sickness remedies, drugstore business scope, Andrew Jackson’s duel, the origin of the Bobby nickname, and the long reach of laws and possessions in 1955 America.

New York FBI J. Edgar Hoover Rin-Tin-Tin North Pole Andrew Jackson White House U. S London Bobby Robert Peel

Vice President Could Declare President Unable to Serve

Discussion of the constitutional gap that lets the vice president become acting president if the president is disabled. Brownell proposes a constitutional amendment with written presidential instructions or cabinet approval to temporarily transfer power, but factions in Congress may prevent action.

James Marlow Associated Press Washington—P Garfield Wilson Congress Atty Gen Brownell

Case Record Counsels Youth Benefit Over Time

Dr. Crane argues youth crime is not rising and cites church participation, youth programs, and population growth to counter the belief that modern teens are worse. He notes 61 percent church membership now versus 25 percent at turn of the century and explains crime rates depend on population size.

Herbert George W. Crane Herbert G Crane Tigris- Euphrates Valley YMCA YWCA CYO Kiwanis Lions Exchange Optimist Civitan Rotary Red Cross Salvation Army USA

Marie McDonald Tops Preview Audience in The Fuzzy Pink Nightgown

Hollywood preview notes Marie McDonald inspired the plot of The Fuzzy Pink Nightgown and drew an amused audience response. Bud Abbott quips about Lou Costello solo bookings. Carroll Baker eyes a normal post Baby Doll career. Diana Barrymore casting discussed. Kate Lawson discusses TV censorship and wardrobe fixes on NBC Hope shows. Zsa Zsa Gabor negligee drama cited.

Erskine Johnson Hollywood NEA Jane Russell Bob Waterfield Marie McDonald Carroll Baker Diana Barrymore Diana Dorothy Lamour William Ross Howard IV Paramount Mama Bob Hope Kate NBC Corinne Calver Corinne Lisa Kirk Zsa Zsa Gabor Zsa Zsa Dollink Hope

Horoscope Highlights For Tomorrow And Birthday Forecast

The Stars Say Tomorrow favors social life and romance with congenial relationships and pleasant group activities. For a Birthday, eight months of planning for future job interests should pay off by year’s end, with long pending matters concluding by November. June to September boosts social life but finances stay cautious. avoid late June stress and November speculation. A birthday child is artistically inclined and meticulous in business.

Sion

Temperatures To Average Below Normal Across Much Of Nation

The Weather Bureau predicts a 30 day April outlook with below normal temperatures in central and western regions, near to above normal on the northern border and West Coast, and near normal across the eastern third. Precipitation is expected above normal from the Rockies to the Atlantic Seaboard, with sub normal amounts in the West Coast and upper Great Lakes.

Washington Weather Bureau Rocky Mountain States Atlantic Seaboard West Coast Great Lakes

TV Highlights for Tonight on Disneyland to The Still Trumpet

TV listings feature Pecos Bill cartoon at 7:30 on Disney, Arthur Godfrey in color at 8, The Medallion kidnapping thriller at 9, Hawaiian Party at 9, and The Still Trumpet drama at 10 with Victory Jury, Dale Robertson, and Carol Ohmart.

WSAZ China Smith Chet Long Ohio Sporta Doug Edwards John Daly Xavier Cugat Disneyland Giantsa Susie NBC News Arthur Godfrey Navy Ing Navy Log Aire Nai Enna Broad & High Paul Ford Walt TV Theater Czar Nicholas Ozzie Ana Harriet Nelson Victory Jury Dale Robertson Carol Ohmart

Understanding the Rh Factor in Pregnancy and Blood

Dr. Edwin P. Jordan explains Rh testing and its relevance to pregnancy. Rh positive individuals comprise about 87 percent while 13 percent are Rh negative. If an Rh negative mother bears an Rh positive baby, erythroblastosis fetalis may occur but is preventable with early testing and postnatal transfusions when needed.

Edwin P. Jordan M.D Hisregard

Zoo Gag Dying Away as April Fools Calls Decline

In New York the Bronz Zoo reports only 2038 calls on Monday for the April Fool gag asking for Mr Lyon Mr Fox Mr Wolf or Mr Baer, the lowest weekday total in years. An official notes that the joke is aging and waning in popularity.

New York Bronz Zoo Lyon Fox Wolf Mr. Baer

Whichever Opponent, He Is Hotter Each Game

A quirky line notes his season with increasing heat against every opponent. It highlights how he dominates on the court and raises expectations with each upcoming matchup.

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