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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1958
Page
4
The piece notes 83 medical schools form the core of the health system and urges expansion to meet future physician demand. President Eisenhower praises a dedicated week for medical education, while costs exceed 200 million dollars annually with most funding from physicians, organizations, industry, and foundations.
A Gallup poll shows 56 percent of Britain’s young adults aged 21 to 34 would emigrate, preferring Australia Canada New Zealand and the United States. Critics blame heavy taxation strict government controls and a bloated bureaucracy within the welfare state for stifling opportunity and provoking discontent.
Former President Herbert Hoover advocates a path to recover from the current recession without triggering inflation. His plan calls for no wage or price increases, reduced government spending, and a focus on balancing the budget to enable tax cuts and stimulate growth. He warns that panic could push anti inflation policies that fail to prevent inflation.
A satirical column blasts Washington doctors and politicians accusing them of misdiagnosis and quackery. The piece mocks the Republican and Democrat factions, claiming decades of improper treatment have weakened Uncle Sam and calling for decisive corrective action.
Frank Alcorn, head of the Republican National Committee, says he doubts his party can win the Senate and expects only a bare House majority next November. The Hartford lawyer, Ike’s chosen chair, has faced GOP skepticism and rising gloom as he campaigns nationwide.
Norma studies a record on Doctor Crane revealing how names carry root meanings across cases. The snippet hints at etymology and identity themes within the medical detective notes.
A long oracle on naming babies and personal names follows Dr George W Crane’s guidance. It cites Percival versus Butch as christening options and lists numerous masculine names with etymologies, urging parents to name children after notable historic figures.
A column argues for balancing saving and buying to support the economy. It notes rising saving worries, but urges moderation and continued investment funds for industry. It cites 1942 consumer spending at 1042 percent of take home pay on durable goods, driven by auto and appliance sectors, with retailers promoting easier credit and bargains.
Try and Stop Me columnist Skolsky muses on Hollywood gowns and starry nights while Abe Lincoln’s boyhood library request and a Philadelphia hotel suite misregistration amuse readers. A banter-filled 1958 Bennett Cerf item rounds out with witty club anecdotes.
John E. Rooney resigns as president of the 69,000 member Operative Plasterers and Cement Masons International Union effective July 14. Edward J. Leonard, the first vice president, is elected to succeed Rooney.
A columnist muses on sun worshippers at Miami Beach living with status symbols and gossip. It contrasts upper and lower classes, notes barroom anecdotes, and laments how superficial shortcuts replace slower paths to achievement and happiness. The piece concludes with reflections on hollow social rituals.
Dr. Herman Bundesen explains that heredity plays only a small part in cancer risk. He reassures readers that fear of inherited cancer is largely unfounded and emphasizes other contributing factors and preventive measures.
Regular Auxiliary meeting at Iva Deshon’s home draws seven members with Child Welfare Month program by Mrs Delphus Miller. District Friendship Circle formed. new officers elected. First Aid class meets weekly. Cancer heredity discussion and dental care Q and A wrap local notices and health topics.
A brief, historically styled notice lists daily and Sunday edition pricing for the Athens Messe, with single copy costs and carrier versus mail delivery rates. It notes registration as second class matter in Athens Ohio and provides yearly and half year mail options.
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