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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1962
Page
4
A critique argues that excess government funding breeds waste and corruption. It asserts that defense spending and foreign aid fuel profits for insiders, while urging taxpayers to demand frugality and reduced government spending to avert long term decline.
Secretary McNamara and General Lemnitzer warned the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that seven nations Greece Turkey Iran Pakistan South Vietnam Formosa and South Korea lie on the front line against communism. They argued the survival of these states is essential to U.S. security as Washington pursues Kennedy era military and economic aid.
A critic argues that forced retraining and imports harm American workers in West Virginia and coal towns. The piece links residual oil imports from Venezuela to job losses, pressures on coal, and broader national economic dangers. It urges a national approach to economic policy and warns of geopolitical costs.
Jim Bishop profiles Bob Hope, detailing his Hollywood life from North Hollywood homes to a prolific schedule. The piece highlights his large family, ambitious work pace, and long-standing support for troops, plus a note on his financial success and philanthropic cadence through films, television, golf, and charity events.
Dear Abby answers cover marriage suspicions in a traveling husband, a grandson college plan facing financial cutoffs over an adopted girl, and a teen girl overwhelmed by a large family’s dating scrutiny. Abby urges practical handling and open blessings.
Personal Cases notes Ashael S aged about 32 heads a supermarket and uses Applied Psychology to boost sales. He trains clerks to greet customers and engage kindly, creating a welcoming atmosphere that keeps customers loyal even if cheaper items exist elsewhere. The clergyman's son applies Christian principles to retail in a competitive, modern economy.
Dr Crane argues that buyers favor friendly people over large firms and that 90 percent of purchases are impulsive. He explains that in competitive markets the salesman personality, a smile, and small incentives often decide the sale, and invites readers to request the Compliment Club booklet.
Eighteen Kanauga 4 H members gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Burnett for a club meeting. Several families visited relatives in nearby towns including Columbus and Toledo. Tom Adams entered Huntington VA Hospital for an operation.
The text argues that ingrained chores come from inevitability, not wishful incentive. Most children aged six to twelve avoid chores unless there are immediate consequences. Substantial discomfort after failings, rather than nagging, strengthens routine. a quiet period of 30 to 60 minutes without work reinforces adherence.
Mrs. Hazel Wright of Dexter was a Monday caller on Mrs. Glenna Fetty. Nellie Pierce and David called on Rustie Pierce and family at Salem Center. Wade Kennedy returned home after winter in Florida with son Carl Kennedy. Carl Gorby, the postman, was sick two days. Theron Morris substituted. Clarabelle Smith employed in Middleport. Marshall Carlisle and wife visited Mr. and Mrs. Dale Wright in Wellston. Nellie Pierce called on Mrs. Lola Ward in Pomeroy.
Classifieds from The Athens Messengers announce subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions, mail delivery options, and pricing details. The notice lists carrier and mail delivery charges, regional availability in Ohio and West Virginia, and the office address at 43 W Union St in Athens Ohio.
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