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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1951
Page
4
In New York upstate, a mayor floated a law to bar hiring reporters who fail intelligence tests, igniting debate on bias and feasibility. The column mocks the idea, noting bias toward newsroom roles, and suggests broader tests for politicians and a commuter view of journalism ethics.
Charity Standish agrees to marry gambler Douglas Kent in San Lorenzo New Mexico but fears the match and confronts his danger tied to Duke Rogers Angel. Charity questions life with a man in the Four Aces while a high stake dice game and looming departure test their bet on love.
Bernard Baruch, a veteran adviser, argues Ike should not be drafted to run for president as his current European leadership role with NATO is crucial. Baruch says Ike is selfless and aims to unite Western nations and satisfy Americans, suggesting a possible great disservice if politics pull him away.
The piece notes Tito criticizing Stalin's rule and urging Poland to move away from Soviet influence while Molotov visits Poland to curb Tito-loyalists. It mentions Polish sailors evading Red officers, Iran firing on a Soviet vessel amid oil tensions, and suggests these provocations may distract Stalin but require vigilance.
A GI in Korea sent a leopard-skin rug to Colorado parents who demand profit from a $61 purchase while the government and Korean authorities claim the rug as a national treasure. Customs seizes the item as Korean property. The parents face duty and loss, and warn their son not to send more such souvenirs.
The Weather Bureau forecasts August to be hot virtually everywhere with temperatures above seasonal norms. The piece notes broad heat across the country from Shamokin to Sheboygan, promising shared discomfort rather than relief.
The upcoming battle over the new economic military aid program includes how much to spend and which agency runs it. President Truman seeks State Department leadership with Acheson, while Defense, ECA, and allies push for a clear plan amid fears of cost growth and three-way control.
The Council of State Chambers of Commerce accuses a rising pressure from Washington spending lobbies of threatening the congressional economy drive. It condemns a Senate habit of voting more money than the House and names ten senators as leaders of the spenders and nine as savers, with a list of notable names including Bricker Bridges Byrd Dirksen Douglas Hendrickson Smith Williams and Anderson Chavez Clements Halden Kerr McFarland Magnuson Morse Neely.
The Kremlin’s Hate America campaign extends to food parcels sent to German prisoners. Parcels with American labels or U S markings are reportedly confiscated and never reach prisoners. A UN estimate suggests thousands remain in captivity, despite Russia’s claim of repatriations. Red Cross officials advised relatives not to send American goods. Bicycles built for sale in India and Africa include cushioned pedals for barefoot riders.
Pattern No. 2889 provides a tract for small to large sizes with full material needs and finishing steps. Send 25c coins plus name and address to Anne Cabot at the Athens Messenger, 1150 Ave Americas New York 19 NY for pattern 2889. Anne Cabot also promotes her Needlework Fans Big Album featuring dozens of designs plus 4 gift patterns for 25 cents.
In Hamilton a pair of sparrows seized a mailbox at William Yeardye’s home. He placed a sign asking for mail to be left under the door as birds occupy the box. Soon four eggs appeared in the nest.
In Connersville Indiana a minor crash led a passenger to receive an anti tetanus shot after being thrown against a windshield. He broke his false teeth and bit the inside of his mouth in the impact.
A compact listing of radio stations by city and frequency. Includes WB and CBS network affiliates along with Columbus and Huntington outlets. Notable entries include WSAZ Huntington CBS WBN3 Columbus WCHS Charleston and regional AM FM frequencies for Marietta Parkersburg Athens Gallipolis and Gallia County areas.
Radio listings detail program blocks for August 7 including News Hour Evening segments with Abe Ebs and MBS West coverage, feature shows such as The Count of Monte, Mysterious Traveler, Johnny Steele drama, and a late night Horn Band and Dance Show. Also includes a Beulah film, Meet the Press, and DuMont theater entries for August 7.
A readable listing shows multiple local TV channels and their daily time slots including children programs, news, variety shows, dramas, and movies. Programs include Here's Ernie Buddy Cotter News Caravan Feature Film Fireside Theater and more across WLWC WTVN WBNZ WSAS channels with multiple half hour blocks.
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