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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1963

Page

4

Disarmament Debate Halts Bomber Bonfire Plan

Senators and officials considered destroying obsolescent B 47 and Badger bombers under neutral supervision. Barry Goldwater challenged the idea, arguing for the public to know about such plans. Plan collapsed as fears of future risk and costs outweighed what little disarmament motivation remained.

Disarmament Agency United States Soviet Union Arizona Barry Goldwater Air Force Reserve Senate

NATO Nuclear Force Seen as Deterrent and Stabilizer

US supports establishing a NATO nuclear force despite Soviet objections. The plan aims to deter Soviet invasion of Europe and defend against domination fears. Even France faces doubts about cost, but NATO deterrence could stalemate the USSR and secure Western Hemisphere stability.

Kremlin North Atlantic Treaty Organization Warsaw Pact United States Europe NATO West Germany East Germany Soviet Union Germany Napoleon Hitler de Gaulle France

North Carolina Prison Work Release Cuts Crime and Reform

North Carolina adopts a work release plan to improve prisoner rehabilitation. About one fifth of 8000 inmates serving five years or less earn wages in regular jobs while nights return to prison. Earnings cover cells meals and transport. families stay intact and taxpayers save. The program reduces crime and releases inmates with jobs. Emerson quote closes.

North Carolina

The UN Cafeteria Cracker Barrel Conversation

A writer visits the UN glass house in New York and notes the cafeteria chatter. He cites Adlai Stevenson's possible shift from ambassador to foreign minister, U Thant's Katanga stance, and how Congo policy may reflect union politics in Michigan and Walter Reuther influence. The piece frames UN finance, self-determination, and small nations’ savings through diplomatic presence as a penny-pinching yet effective model.

East River New York City Moscow Washington Paris London Adlai Stevenson Adlai U. S Dean Rusk State Department Mrs. Roosevelt Democrat Party U Thant Katanga United States Congo Michigan Soapy Williams KSJ Africa Walter Reuther Adoula Tshombe West Uaw-Cio Rhodesian Europe America South Central Highlands Uncle Sam Timbuctoo New York

Dear Abby Advice Column Frays at Home

A reader recounts a 16 year marriage to an older police, then a relationship with Paul who is still married and has five children. Abby urges resolving her own marriage first and questions the viability of loving Paul. Also included are readers reacting to a campaign to clothe animals and a second wife conflict over a stepdaughter’s deceased mother portrait.

Abby George Paul Meredith Mississippi South America

Personal Cases Take On College Profs And Taxes

In a New York report, Prof. Z defends college teaching against accusations of laziness. Claims include 12 lecture hours weekly, long grading hours, sabbatical travel, and extended vacations. Suggests shifts to double enrollment and higher pay to save costs. The piece follows with market updates on steel jitters and stock gains.

Crane America Europe New York

Bridge Still Tops Indoor Games For Mature Enjoyment

A bridge expert argues contract bridge remains the most popular indoor game in America, especially among people over 40. He extols bridge as mental therapy, social activity, and a lifelong hobby, urging continued study and playing with good partners for maximum pleasure.

America the Messenger

Government costs for Meredit h at University of Mississippi soar

The Readers' Editor notes Justice Department expenses for Mere dith at the University of Mississippi total about 559000 with Army guarding him pushing past 4 million dollars. The total burden provokes criticism of wastefulness.

the Messenger Justice Department Meredith University of Mississippi

Community meeting notes and social visit roundup

The WSCS at Jobs Church celebrated April birthdays for Mrs. Fauna Matheny Mrs. Elsie Huntley and Opal Lonberger with hanky showers a chicken dinner and cake by Mrs. Gears. Attendees included numerous locals and visiting families from Cleveland Glouster New Lexington and Columbus.

Murray City WSCS Jobs Church Fauna Matheny Elsie Huntley Opal Lonberger Gears Clara James Grace Dupler Opal Lanning James Meredith Dee Dixon Cleveland James Sanborn Lancaster Wilburt Sanborn John Vasko

The Athens Messenger Publication Details

The Athens Messenger announces daily and Sunday editions with carrier delivery and mail subscription rates. It lists geographic delivery areas including Ohio and West Virginia and notes postal classification and office address in Athens Ohio.

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