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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1963
Page
4
The Army reduces reserve enlistment from eight to six years for 17 to 18 year olds with 48 drills annually and two weeks of summer training. A geographic unit join, active duty time ranges from four to eighteen months, and annual recruiting last year reached 56,854 entrants.
Congress approves a $1.2 billion general military pay increase effective October 1. The measure covers active, Reserve, and National Guard personnel, excluding only lowest entering grades. Support emphasizes duty and national defense, noting the rise aids those who defend the nation and safeguard homes.
State welfare officials launch a fall campaign to curb school dropouts among youths on public assistance or in foster care. They warn quitting school reduces job prospects and earnings, stressing that more schooling improves eligibility for work permits and pay.
French President Charles de Gaulle promised to curb strikes used as political tools and pushed through a law banning stoppages in utilities, communications, and transport. Leaders face stiff jail terms as France, a democracy wary of compulsory arbitration, acts to protect critical services disrupted by labor actions.
Senator John J. Williams of Delaware introduces a bill to require federal agencies to award contracts by competitive bidding where feasible. He argues a $3 billion annual saving justifies switching to competitive procurement.
The article notes conservative worry that the new Critical Issues Council formed by the Republican Citizens Committee could act as a liberal staging ground for a presidential candidate. It highlights the council’s leadership, past Eisenhower aides, and prominent conservatives who may influence policy, including Judd Burke Paarlberg Burns Saulnier and Strauss.
A reader panel shares multiple Dear Abby letters about poison ivy expenses, a father charging his children, a mother upset by her single daughter, a teen dating curfew, and a wife who lied about her age to marry. Abby responds that money must be earned, urges contentment, and advises setting the son's curfew.
A sports column notes Yankee Stadium attendance included few fans over 40, cites Yogi Berra as 38 and discusses age in sports. The author reflects on aging in athletics, heat of the day at 92 degrees, and the idea of senior discounts for entertainment. He invites readers to request a retirement book by mail.
The feature discusses avoiding emotional binges and using Prac tical methods to channel idealism, especially among teens. It cites Mark Twain humor and William James on emotional surges, urges cordial greetings, sympathy cards, and two sincere compliments, and promotes a "Compliment Club Booklet" with projects for church salesmanship.
The NAACP pushes for broader African American representation in film and TV, warning of nationwide boycotts. Stars like Brando Newman Heston and Davis back the push while unions resist specific crew assignments citing contracts and California law. SAG and AM-P Producers reach a contract requiring diverse casting across roles.
Rutland area relatives gathered for the Davis Reunion at Glouster Park with attendees from Colum bus Langsville and Pomeroy. Guests included Jake Thomas and daughter Jeanie Dee Thomas and Candy Madden, Ruth Thomas and Sandra, Ray Guinther family, Paul and Bob Taylor groups, Bruce Davis and David, Merle Davis, and Vona McKnight. Ethel Nelson and Kathy Thomas visited Marietta to see the Campus Martius Historical Museum.
Several property transfers appear in York Township notices. Leslie Farrow transfers to Dallas Farrow for part of Inlet 1023 in Freer’s Addition to Nelsonville. Anthony Nigro transfers to Pearl Harden for part of Outlet 27 in Nelsonville. Guy Wellington transfers to John Roy Fellem for Inlet 1492 in Patton’s Addition. Mary Louise Weller transfers to Malvern Wilson for part of Inlet 167 in Nelsonville. William Horn transfers to Chriss Wolfe, Sr for part of Inlet 28.
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