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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1951

Page

4

Senator Connally Calls For End To Europe Aid Programs

A Senate Foreign Relations Committee chair faults the Economic Cooperation Administration for wasteful spending and urges a phased end to European aid. He advocates consolidating State Department, ECA, and military efforts in Europe to reduce duplication and improve effectiveness, suggesting an audit by objective bookkeepers.

Tom Connally Senate Foreign Relations Committee Europe Bender State Department ECA

Lausche Plays for National Recognition in Truman Bond

The article previews Governor Frank Lausche's White House visit and remarks to President Truman as a bold bid for national attention. Critics offer varied theories from vice presidency to Supreme Court seat, while supporters praise Lausche's timing and faith in Truman's 1948 stance.

Frank Lausche Truman-Democrat Truman Lausche Supreme Court Bricker White House

Saving for Defense and the Battle Over Taxes

A magazine article by Senator Byrd argues for defense funding while criticizing high taxes. He contends reducing the president's expenditure request by 10 percent could cut new taxes by 50 percent without harming government functions. He warns that current proposals risk inflation, eroding savings, stifling initiative, and creating state socialism similar to totalitarian regimes, noting that wars can be lost without a shot.

Banking Byrd Virginia National Defense

Soviet History Teachers Plan Peace Offensive

Reported in Soviet grade schools is a new program aimed at helping students understand why the United States is labeled the chief capitalist country and a leader of anti democratic forces. The piece suggests students are being trained as a second line of defense should the peace crusaders fail to sway minds.

U.S.A

The Best Way to Overcome Evil Quote

A brief quotation attributed to Bishop A. R. Beverly states that the best way to overcome evil is to stay continually busy doing good. The line emphasizes active virtue as a remedy to wrongdoing.

Bishop A. R. Beverly

Professional Liar Ole Ed the Old South Dakota Bard

Hal Boyle profiles Ed Ryan known as Ole Ed a 65 to 95 year old con man posing as a prospector in Custer South Dakota His act features a burro Suzie and grand tales about Little Bighorn Custer and a bear cub The piece notes the dating and factual inaccuracies while preserving the quirky regional character of Ole Ed and his burro

Custer S. D Black Hills Man Mountain Ryan South Dakota Wyoming Santa Claus Suzie Johnny Pommer Ole Ed General Custer Little Big Horn Cavalry Johnny Old Ed

Rowboat musings on college football and values

In a reflective column a writer, viewing a windy stadium, muses on college sports eclipsing academics. He warns that scholarships and donations push schools to value teams over faculty, noting West Point's cheating scandal and the potential loss of football as a sobering consequence.

Doctor's Comments on Water on the Brain Hydrocephalus

Dr Edwin P Jordan discusses pediatric hydrocephalus in a four year old with an enlarged head. He notes diagnosis hinges on fluid buildup, cause, progression, and symptoms, and that prognosis varies from full recovery to preserved intellect despite skull enlargement. Early study and treatment by neurologists offer increasing options.

Edwin P. Jordan

Italian Base Activated Florence by Allied Air Forces

Maj. Gen. David M. Schlatter, commander of Allied air forces in southern Europe, has activated his headquarters in Florence Italy. The move marks a key expansion of Allied command in the region as operations continue to intensify against Axis forces.

Florence Italy David M. Schlatter Allied Air Forces Europe

New Plymouth Social Notes Reflect Local Family Gatherings

New Plymouth notes show funerals and family events including Mrs Harley Allen’s funeral in Oak Grove, births, moves, and weekend visits. Notables include Laney Weede attending the funeral, Stone of Akron visiting the Heinlein family, and extensive birthday celebrations for Emma Bardain with a Wharf family cake and multiple attendees from nearby towns.

New Plymouth Laney Weede Harley Allen Oak Grove Pete Sims Joe Lindsay Cecil Weede Columbus Goldie Stone Akron Earle Heinlein C. H. Jones Larry Kay Hamilton Lake Hope Ash Cave Old Man's Cave J. T. Gibbons Celina Gibbons John Barstow Magnolia Ralph Cherry McArthur Emma Bardain Wharf Fred White Thelma Fred White, Jr Lancaster Ethel Walker Grace Delora Dayton Kenneth Largent Kenny Susan Wilbur Bray Rusty Caroline Barberton Tom Largent Mary Jane Virgil Largent Carol Chesser Nelsonville

Saucy French poodle crochet pattern No. 2087

A small crochet craft item described as a saucy French poodle to become a favorite pet for all ages. Instructions cover simple top stitches, black yarn, pale blue ribbon trim, button eyes, red nose and mouth, with material lists and finishing steps. Send 25c and details to Anne Cabot at Athens Messenger, New York.

Anne Cabot Athens Messenger Ave. Americas New York N. Y

Rattlesnake Kill Near Vinton Station At 51 Inches

Dundas notes list local happenings including Harvey Roof Charles Dixon and Charles Thomas killing a 51 inch rattlesnake with 12 rattles near Vinton Station. Other items record visits weekend gatherings and family travel among Dundas Columbus Groveport Sabina Wellston Jackson and Washington state trips.

Dundas Harvey Roof Charles Dixon Charles Thomas Vinton Station John Butsko Columbus Harry Easterling Charlotte Hudson Robert Salts Bud Wrightsel Groveport Selva Mc

Charity Standish Faces Debt and a Dark Beauty

Charity Standish travels to New Mexico to escape hay fever and confronts Angel at the Four Aces who claims Doug Kent owes a debt and must work as a peon. A tense encounter follows with a tall stranger who judges Charity and Angel hints at control over Doug. Charity resolves to defy expectations and pursue her own course as she drinks in defiance.

New Mexico Charity Standish Douglas Kent Four Aces Angel Charity

Radio Program Grid and Schedule Notes for Aug 10

Radio guide lists NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCUL Columbus WSAZ Huntington and other stations with FM entries. Program blocks run morning to late night featuring News on the hour, dramas, comedies, variety shows, sports, and specials. Local Eastern flight line note mentions time adjustments and standard time.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCUL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston MBS WHKC Other WMOA Marietta WPAR Parkersburg KC Wath Athens

Prime Time TV Listings for Prime 7 and 9 Stations

The page reproduces an old era TV schedule detailing Prime time offerings on WLW C Channel 3 and WTVN Channel 6 and WSAZ Channel 9. It lists programs by time slots across multiple days, including Here’s Ernie Buddy Cotter News Caravan T Men in Action James Melton Freddy Martin Public Prosecutor Three City Final Film Joe Hill Magic Telekitch Dollar Derby You Name It Quiz the Miss Captain Video Lone Ranger Stop the Music Down You Go Blind Date Don Ameche News Film Do It Yourself Dateline Yesterday Late Show National Anthem Music for You Farmer's Friend Mid Day Matinee Dad and Blanche Tele News Quizeroo Musical Moods Tea Time WTVN Western Top of Town Film News Garry Moore Steve Allen Kitchen Fair Garry Moore Vanity Fair etc. The page appears to be a scan of a 1950s or 1960s local television guide showing daily afternoon and evening lineups with channel numbers and show titles.

Abe Dbs Treasury Abe Amos Andy Cbs DuMont James Melton Don Ameche Abc Freddy Martin Ernie Buddy Cotter News Caravan Igno Joe Hill Starlight Theatre TV Weatherman Armchair Theater Steve Allen

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