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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1956

Page

4

Kremlin Shifts after Khrushchev’s Stalin Critique Sparks Riots

The article contrasts Khrushchev’s demolition of Stalin’s legacy with Churchill’s praise of Stalin's military insight. It notes rapid regime changes, propaganda gains, and a Western concern that Soviet leaders seek peaceful, representational governance while signaling a shift away from one man rule.

Best Medium The Newspaper Endures as Advertising Leader

The Western World of Bandon Oregon asserts newspapers remain the best advertising medium after ten years of change. The World finds newspaper ads still grow amid new media, with public confidence high in newspapers as an American institution.

Bandon Oregon

Fanaticism and Tragedy in Middle East Violence

An editorial reflection on fanatical nationalism as the slaughter of three Israeli children at prayer shocks world opinion. It contrasts the act with Egypt's conciliatory raids and questions Egyptian leaders while noting gloom among observers and the futility of excess.

Egypt Israel

Eisenhower Nixon campaign tactics set for 1956 race

President Eisenhower and Vice President Nixon plan contrasting campaign styles for the 1956 race. Eisenhower will speak on a high plane while Nixon uses sharp attacks on Democrats, mirroring their 1954 approach. Nixon remains a vigorous, potent antagonist likely to be the president's lighting rod again.

Washington Eisenhower Nixon

Bert B. Faces Career Crossroads in Church Call

Psychiatrist Dr George W Crane notes Bert B a 31 year old married father of two from Alcoa who wants to switch from die making to ministry He weighs seven years of college and seminary amid financial strain as he seeks vocational guidance from the doctor and his wife supports the idea

George W. Crane Bert B Grane Bert Jesus Levi Judah AFL Carpenter's Union Christ Paul St. Paul Red Cross Scouts YMCA YWCA CYO

Public Forum Poets Reflect On Roses And Plows

A poem from Jessie A Whisman praises nature while questioning why poets overlook the plowman. Athens R D 4 editor notes a four mile stretch east of Marshfield with only two passing zones and recalls a recent speeding infraction over a double line. He asks if laws force violations to do right.

the Messenger Marshfield Athens

Local readers praise reliable carrier and community thoughts

A letter praises paper carrier Robbie Fry for prompt deliveries and careful mailbox placement. The writer, Mayme V. Johnston, also weighs in on Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III, praising lay involvement and church work, then notes legal bonds forfeited in area courts for speeding and other traffic offenses.

the Messenger Robbie Fry Mayme V. Johnston Athens

Tapeworms and How They Enter the Body

Dr. Edwin P. Jordan explains that humans acquire tapeworms from contaminated undercooked food and outlines the infection process. He notes the head anchors in the intestine, growth of sections, and that diagnosis relies on eggs or segments in waste. Treatment aims to disrupt the head while avoiding poisoning, often with multiple drugs, and reinfection and household transmission are common concerns.

Edwin P. Jordan M.D North American United States Canada

Mystery surrounds Cristina Lash after John Hazards death

In 1955 fiction notes, Cristina Lash emerges as a possible daughter figure tied to Malcolm Lash and John Hazard. A loyalty hearing triggers Professor Lash’s dismissal from Blake College, while Cristina’s portrayal as a dangerous, unbalanced admirer heightens suspicion amid Washington file inquiries and family tensions.

Murder and secrets shadow a Blake family

Alice suspects Cristina may be linked to a dangerous past as she questions Malcolm and Jean about Professor Lash and Cristina. An empty envelope labeled Papers Pertaining To Miss Lash deepens the mystery while Malcolm defends Cristina and hints at a broader Blake security scandal tied to his father.

Vil Byrd Jeanie Lash Jean Byrd Malcolm Miss Lash John Alice Washington Mother Cristina Blake Professor Lash FBI

Radio Schedule Highlights Evening Programming

A list of radio programs across networks detailing 6:00 pm News segments 6:30 pm Sports News and updates anchored by Abe East at 6:46 reporting News & Comment with CBS, 7:15 Daily Commentary by Abe Dinner Date, 7:45 One Man's Family and other features. Evening hours include John Steele’s Firestone Music, Johnny Dollar, Behind the Iron Curtain, and News & Story blocks culminating in late night music and news rounds.

Cbs Abe Ave Cbs 700 Abe Curt Cbs News & Mentary Ane News& Mentary Mbe Bing Crosby R. Murrow Mary Ford Abeo My Son Jeep Cbe World Mbs SiNews Asiowehe Mos Andy Nbe Ebs News & Varieties Nets Cbe

Morning Radio Schedule Highlights From a Busy Day

The listing shows programs from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM including News segments with Drake and Navy updates, travel guides, and variety shows such as Moppets and Melodies. Featured acts include 101 Ranch Boys, Gun Smoke, Wagon Train, and Vincent Lopez with Kathy Godfrey.

Abe Drake Cbs Mbs Robert Q. Lewis Ebs Lucky Pierre Cba City Hospital Kathy Godfrey Vincent Lopez

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