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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1948

Page

4

Limits of Soviet expansion and Western response

The essay argues the Soviet Union expands only into Slavic bordering states and agrarian societies while avoiding non Slavonic Europe. It warns against a powerful German, Scandinavian, or Italian influence and suggests Western economic and social reforms can curb Sovietism, noting Russia's history shows misrule fails long term.

Pacific Soviet Union Moscow Hungary Romania Greece Italy Persia China East Prussia Silesia Kremlin Europe Czechoslovakia Germany Russia Sweden Norway South America Molotov Latin America Washington

Subscriptions Rates for Home Delivery and Mail

Subscriber rates shown for carrier and mail delivery. In state and nearby regions prices vary by term, including yearly, semi annual, quarterly and monthly options. Athens Ohio postal entry notes Second Class Matter under 1918 act.

Ohio West Virginia Athens

The Innocent Impostor and Patience's Dilemma

Patience Mond, living with two aunts in the country, falls for Paul Taylor from a nearby village. After secret dates and a kiss, Aunt Helen demands she renounce him, prompting Patience to promise, yet she leaves the room in tears, unsure of her future.

Patience Mond London Paul Taylor Paul Patience Stortford Academy Helen Alice Ened B Aunt Alice Miss Alice Miss Helen Aunt Helen

Radio Freedom and the editor’s right to speak

The piece defends press freedom and argues against FCC editorial bans on radio. It compares print and broadcast duties, warns of corporate influence, and urges giving radio listeners the chance to judge truth and opinion for themselves.

Which Is Smarter The Husband Or The Wife Debate

A six husbands six wives panel at the Nelsonville American Legion Building debated the question which is smarter with no definite conclusion reached. James Leach of Glouster severely cut his left index finger while sawing. Mollie Clark returned home to Syracuse from Dixon Missouri with her daughter Joan and Mrs. Ralston Hemsley. Ted Preston Mary Kahler H R Wilson and Robert Worth man visited New Orleans Florida during Ohio University spring recess and traveled back via the Smoky Mountains.

Nelsonville American Legion James Leach Fred Leach Glouster Mollie Clark Dixon, Mo Syracuse Ralston Hemsley Joan Ted Preston Mary Kahler

Senate Shoewage Debate Reveals $22 Brogans and Rising Prices

Kansas Senator Capper's Agriculture Committee weighs a revolving fund bill to buy farm products for abroad sales. The plan could tighten U.S. supplies and push shoe prices higher, amid testimony by industry groups about leather shortages and rising costs. Senator Ellender jokes about Eastland paying $22 for brogans, prompting laughter among colleagues.

Washington Kansas Arthur Capper Committee On Agriculture Allen J. Ellender Houma James O. Eastland Doddsville Mass Louisiana Mississippi Eastland Ellender George Aiken Vermont Army Kenneth Royall Germany Austria Japan Korea U.S Congress Irving Glass New York Tanners’ Council of America Glass W. W. Stevens Assn Joseph Hahn Edward Atkins National Assn Senator Ellender

The Doctor Lays The Doctor Lays a By EDWIN P. JORDAN M D

The piece discusses tuberculosis once feared as the White Plague, noting North America’s progress and the goal to eliminate it. It explains early detection on X rays, rest and care, and modern treatments including revived BCG vaccination. It warns that global victims keep risk alive and urges prompt worldwide campaign.

Edwin P. Jordan NEA North America Calmette and Guerin Germany U. S. Public Health Service

Eight Year Gas Agreement Approved in Gallipolis

The Gallipolis city commission approved an eight year ordinance and rate pact with the Ohio Fuel Gas Co. The deal promises lower rates for 93.9 percent of users with the last two years at the current rate and an estimated $15,000 savings over the term. A 950 BTU per cubic foot gas clause was added at City Manager Roy J. Bartletts insistence.

Gallipolis City Commission Ohio Fuel Gas Co Roy J. Bartlett F. W. Phillips Ray St. Jair Phillips Mary Akers A. R. McCormick Third and Vine Portsmouth Road Bartlet Charles Miller J. H. Hege Jack Mills

Two Teachers Resign Posts in Gallipolis

At a Monday night school board meeting in Gallipolis resignations of two teachers were accepted. William Browning of Lincoln School and Oso Baird, who will retire at year end, were the resignations. The board approved a $250 easement payment to Alice Taylor for right of way and a $3,500 property purchase from Eugene Topping.

Gallipolis William Browning Lincoln School Oso Baird Alice Taylor Eugene Topping

Radio Men Discuss Second Frontier Plans

Radio farm directors from Ohio Indiana Michigan Pennsylvania West Virginia and Kentucky invited to Columbus meeting Sunday on the Rio Grande Second Frontier event. Roy Battles WLW chairman will address after lunch. Jim Chapman WTAM and Bill Zipf WBNS are among participants.

Iallipolis Ohio Indiana Michigan Pennsylvania West Virginia Kentucky Columbus Roy Battles WLW Rio Grande Jim Chapman WTAM Bill Zipf WBNS

Harbingers of spring spark Gallia County boat fever

The Gallia County Viewpoint notes boats returning to the Ohio River from Holzer airport buzz as fishermen and boatmen plan new ventures. Local talk centers on new boats, sales, channel work, a river pool, and a hoped for harbor free of snags. Rival speeds and tall tales abound, but enthusiasm for open water remains strong.

Holzer Gallipolis Ohio River Lake Erie Heaven

Boy's Ear Injured In Baseball Mishap

Gallipolis youth Terry Johnson suffered a broken ear cartilage when struck during a Sunday baseball mishap. He is expected to return to school late this week while delivering The Athens Messenger on the Holzer Hospital route.

Gallipolis Terry Johnson Ted Johnson Terry Athens Messenger Holzer Hospital

Play To Be Staged By Rio Grande Group

The Dionysians will present The Rock at Washington School auditorium Gallipolis at 8 15 p m under the Gallipolis Ministerial Association auspices. Players hail from Rio Grande College with Mrs Robert Stoneburner directing.

Rio Grande Gallipolis the Dionysians Rock Gallipolis Ministerial Association Washington School Rio Grande College Robert Stoneburner the College

Car Bumped Off Road Resulting in Juvenile Fine

Melvin K Roberts, 17, Bidwell, was fined 15 dollars in juvenile court after his pickup bumped a car off the road into a ditch. The other car was driven by F W McDermott, president of Rio Grande College. Three passengers were injured.

Gallipolis Melvin K. Roberts Bidwell F. W. McDermott Rio Grande College

County Road Improvements Voted by Gallia County Commissioners

Gallia County commissioners approved a list of road projects and the purchase of an Allis Chalmers tractor shovel with a trade in for a Cletrac front end loader. They also authorized $5,000 to County Engineer E N Leonard for ongoing road maintenance and repairs.

Gallipolis Allis Chalmers Cletrae Clay Township Williams Hollow Friendly Ridge Burnt Run Raccoon Clark Webster Teens Run Providence Davis Cargo Providence Clay Chapel Guyan Township Johns Creek Rocky Fork Sewards Ridge Hog Back Hill Georges Creek Harrison Township Rock Lick Ridge Brumfield Northup-Yellowstone Tick Ridge Cheshire Township Poplar Ridge Addison Township Rees Hollow Perry Township Corn Centerpoint Green Township Northup- Patriot Pitchfork Pleasant Hill Morgan Township Upcreek Bill George Rush Hollow Paul Roush Rowellsville Morgan Lane Walnut Township White Hollow Eakman Flagspring Crossroad Ohio Township E. N. Leonard

Boat Club Names Officers At Gallipolis Meeting

Gallipolis officers elected at a Gilbert Bush hosted meeting Dr R B Thomas chosen commodore Dr Otto Carter vice commodore and Douglas W Mullineaux secretary treasurer Nine teen boats will dock under the Chickamauga bridge this year Commodore Thomas to appoint harbor committee for boat docking Three boats were launched Sunday Hugo Pierotti tested Century Sea Maid Dr Thomas launched a Chris Craft and a Slagle brothers 22 horsepower outboard is noted Mullineaux builds a 31 foot houseboat with unique features The club maintains a marine railway and launching ramp

Gallipolis Hugo Pierotti Sea Maid Doctor Thomas Chris Slagle Brothers Doug Mullineaux

Services Held For Mrs Linnie Price At Salem Baptist Church

Funeral services were conducted Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Linnie Alice Wright Price 85 of Perry Township who died Sunday after a long illness. The Salem Baptist Church member was officiated by Rev Charles Lusher. Surviving are daughter in law Mrs Louis Price and grandchildren Vada and Wayne Price. Columbus also notes the death of Dr Louis C Benkett 74 longtime Franklin County coroner.

Gallipolis Linnie Alice Wright Price Perry Township Salem Baptist Church Charles Lusher Louis Price Vada Wayne Price

Sam Simmons Warns Against Marshall Asia Policy

In a pointed column Sam Simmons urges that Secretary of State Marshall erred by courting Communist influence in China. He argues such moves could empower the Kremlin, threaten Berlin access, and hinder US gains in Asia, praising rising anti Marshall sentiment.

Marshall China Czechoslovakia Kremlin Stalin Asia Berlin Burma Malaya East Indies

Elks Officers Are Installed in Gallipolis Lodge

Gallipolis lodge of Elks installed officers last night with Robert Sheets as exalted ruler succeeding John E. Halliday. Other officers named included Charles McGinness leading knight Jack Griffen loyal knight C B Hanson lecturing knight Stanley B Huntington treasurer. Halliday named trustee and Aaron Davistyler. Lottie Bush fined $10 and costs in municipal court for driving without a license.

Gallipolis Gallipolis Lodge of Elks Robert Sheets John E. Halliday Charles McGinness Jack Griffen C. B. Hanson Stanley B. Huntington John Halliday Aaron Davis Tyler

Radio Schedule Highlights From NBC WLW to Lum and Abner

A detailed listing of radio programs across stations NBC WLW ABC WCOL WSAZ CBS WBNS CHS WPAR WMOA with shows ranging from news updates and dramatic serials to comedy acts and musical variety. Notable names include Lum and Abner, Mirrored by sport and news blocks, with times from early morning to late evening across multiple stations.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston WPAR Parkersburg MBS News Penort Frery Nav Cbe Meatwark Abec East Witties Frour Frenent Abe-Weert Mataork Cilent Eact Kiddies Norts Muele Chica Orchestra Dhs-East Lum Abner Reneat Dhs Weat Nerrerrethe Lowell Thames Freneat Dbbs Rurnner Abe Baste Beuleh Abe Fatton Lewis, Jr Abe Jacke Snith and Sone Dhbs Abe Herman Ovinter Crosby's Club Dbs Green Hornet North Cbs America Studio One Red Skelton Freedom Cbs News Mbe Abe West

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Soviet By Jay Franklin By Renee Shann Renee Shann NEA Service, Inc Radio Freedom Vern H. Vorkes Nelsonville Murray City Murray State Bank Robert Bradley Oklahoma City Chauncey Peter Edson William Watkins Bradleys Oklahoma Harve Sayre Buchtel Manhattan Orbiston D. D. Smith Broadwell Brill E. H. Stout Coolville L. D. Gillogly Higley Florida Gallia County By Dann Taber Boat Club Linnie Price Louis C. Benkett Franklin County Corgest Sam Simmons Elks Lottie Bush Ilicense Tyeer Ozark Valley Fred Waring My Story Ffour Abe Ralf Arthur Godfrey Hollywood Ben Alexander Abe Kate Smith Nbe Happy Gang Abe Queen Abe Martin Block Paul Whiteman Cbs Treasury Abner Cbs East
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