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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1959
Page
4
A column argues that Ohio unemployment compensation proposed changes would raise weekly benefits and duration, expand taxable wages, and tax costs to employers. The piece warns this liberalization could deter business, invite abuses, and strain funds, urging preservation of the merit-based, conservative system.
A new home service clearinghouse offers round the clock maintenance and repair for plumbers electricians and pest control with one monthly bill. The concept reflects a national trend toward increased service spending and convenience for homeowners.
A reflection on youth and old times, recalling 1920s culture and figures H L Mencken Rudolph Valentino Helen Wills Babe Ruth Babe Ruth John J. McGraw Jimmy Walker. The piece contrasts fashions, transportation, entertainment, and social norms with a wistful tone, noting shifts as the years pass.
West unity at the Geneva Foreign Ministers Conference threatens Khrushchev with trouble if he cannot secure concessions. His Berlin moves and posturing hint at a gamble for the Soviet leader, while Western divisions may tempt further Communist momentum in the Middle East and beyond.
Dr. George W. Crane counsels Jerry L. a 37 year old insomniac insurance salesman to quit sedatives. He argues modern life stimulates anxiety and urges spiritual activity with God as the remedy. Read a prayer and trial of a non drug sleep plan.
The stars urge caution in dealings tomorrow and throughout 1959 with emotions under control and no pressure on others. Written matters are favorable while June and late September offer job and financial gains but avoid overspending. Romance shines later this year. travel in early June. May and November need care in relationships. October aids cooperation. December improves finances. a child born then may be artistically inclined.
Geneva report notes Swiss banks profit from anonymous accounts while facing U S conflicts over secrecy. Bankers insist client identity is never known, proxies are not voted by Swiss banks, and the system aims to protect depositors from bank failures. American officials warn that known depositors could mask others.
A girl boasts of nose work for eight hundred dollars and compares herself to Kim Novak. A Red Bank, New Jersey patient attends psychiatry for years with stamps as incentives. A TV studio miss elopes with a hillbilly singer and reports hotel registration as fine. 1959 by Bennett Cerf.
The piece argues Senator Magnuson delays Secretary Strauss’s confirmation to pressure questions by Kefauver and Anderson. It defends the presidential appointment and warns that Senate obstruction undermines the balance of power and public trust in government.
Soviet Premier Khrushchev urged Egyptian President Nasser to mend differences while promising not to interfere in Arab internal affairs. The United Arab Republic seeks improved Western ties and muted anti Western propaganda as talks continue.
Several local residents and events appear in this column. Mrs. Harry Tripp sought treatment at Grant Hospital in Columbus. Mrs. Coy McKibben became a nurse's aide at Sheltering Arms Hospital. Max Rathburn of Tennessee Gas Co. is ill with scarlet fever. Mrs. Denny Harper and family travel to Whitesville WV due to Mrs. Harper's mother's Memorial Hospital care. Mrs. H E Cranmer and daughter Jeanette Grim visited Miss Cleire James in Nelsonville. Linda Lea Tripp and Barbara Sanders, Rio Grande College students, spent a weekend with Arthur Tripp and family. Mae Shipley Mahle, native of Zaleski, died in Lucasville rest home. she is survived by sisters Agnes and Anne and brother Thomas J. Shipley. Mona Chapter OBS held its annual inspection with Deputy Grand Matron Marcella Butsler inspecting. 69 members and visitors attended, with representatives from McArthur, Hamden, Gallipolis, Ironton, Vinton, South Point, Cheshire, and New Marshfield. Two candidates were initiated and refreshments followed.
Mr and Mrs Gene Wells of Dearborn Michigan spent several days with his parents Mr and Mrs Earl Wells. Mrs Hyatt Parsons visited her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Rodney Coffman at Clinton. Mrs Lula Brewer of Belpre visited sisters Mrs C E Johnson and Mrs Elsie Roush and others in Canton. Lennie Swan of Long Bottom visited her brother and sister in law Mr and Mrs Harry Swan. Mrs Clark of Long Bottom visited with her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Paul Laurence.
The Athens Messenger clarifies delivery options and rates for daily and Sunday editions. It lists carrier and mail prices for Ohio and West Virginia regions, with year and multi week options, and notes Association membership and office address.
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