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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1952
Page
4
An editorial advocates ending government practices from Washington seen as improper. It argues for a Clean Deal, supports democracy with clear leadership, warns against waste and inefficiency, and emphasizes responsibility by leaders to preserve the republic.
A 39 cent markup on a one dollar sale funds store expenses from payroll to taxes, with only 1.9 cents left as profit after all costs. The piece argues retail margins are modest and cites surveys across store types. It ends with a quip from Rep. Joseph W. Martin contrasting past and present eating habits.
Analysis of the 1952 conventions shows both parties prioritizing vote gains for November. Democrats pivot to Stevenson amid loyalty debates and Kefauver doubts, highlighting Stevenson's strong Illinois pull and his appeal as a unifier who could clean up Washington.
The column predicts an active weekend with social and emotional excitement. Venus conjoins Pluto boosting youthful pursuits and potential personal progress, travel, and rejuvenation. Ambitious plans and new tactics may advance cherished goals in personal, romantic, and business life.
The horoscope warns against rash action as Saturnian forces create blocks and delays. It notes a child born now will be practical and energetic with support from friends and elders, but plans should be postponed until conditions lift. Political line favors Democrats.
HAL BOYLE discusses the enduring Tom Swift myth and the idea that flying saucers are real, imagining Tom Swift returning to present plans to the Air Force. He critiques official sightings while entertaining playful theories about postwar fascination and a child’s Santa Claus metaphor.
A medical discussion on male potency after age 45 focusing on psychological and glandular factors. It notes differing views on a male change of life, potential symptoms, and the debated use of testosterone injections to relieve symptoms.
A reflective poem from Adeline Gilkey Albany dated July 30 recalling an old church, memories, and the pioneer spirit. It laments the church’s gone memory, the oak’s bare branches, and calls for a new yet ancient vision of God inviting all to a blessed home.
Laurie French, visiting Indiana, wrestles with growing feelings for Steve Wyson amid family ties and a planned New York wedding. She helps at her father's hardware store, earns locals' respect, and reflects on life with her estranged mother. Fletcher pressures her, while Steve carries a quiet secret about Evelyn Crane and her son.
Laurie attends a dance where Evelyn Crane, a tall blonde, watches her and Steve closely. Evelyn accuses Laurie of monopolizing Steve as onlookers listen. The scene ends with a request to attend a carnival next week while another item notes Allen A. Pritchard becoming executive secretary of the Ohio Municipal League for $8000 a year.
The Messenger invites readers to submit addresses of service members with hometowns, services, and the sender’s name. Listed are Pvt Robert G Jewell from Glouster US 52162512 Sq 1488 APO 959 San Francisco and FA Phil A Carter from Trimble aboard USS Wedderburn DD 684 San Francisco with 572-04-69.
A report says Vice President Barkley could join a Stevenson administration in a cabinet post, possibly secretary of the treasury or attorney general, if Stevenson is elected. Another report notes Barkley plans to write a book travel widely and enjoy life. Sources declined to be named.
Peiping broadcast reports a Soviet directed hospital in Peiping staffed with Soviet doctors nurses pharmacists and lab and X ray technicians in communist China. The station filed from Peiping and the details came via a San Francisco report.
Local channels list daily programming across WLW C channel 3 WBNS TV channel 10 and WSAZ TV channel 6. The schedule features cartoon capsules, news, weather, sports and various theater and variety shows through late night with programs like Captain Video Eyeing up film features and wrestling events.
A dense listing of daily radio programming across stations NBC WLW ABC WCCL WSAZ WCHS and more. The timetable runs from noon to 1 a.m. with shows including Howdy Doody Archie Andrews Quiz Kids Space Patrol Marine Band Farmers programs News and Talks and the evolving lineup features The Eddie Fisher Show Circus and sports segments.
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