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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1952
Page
4
Hal Boyle argues railroads carry more freight and miles than all other transport. He notes rail ton miles dwarf inter city trucks and rails move nearly 500 million passenger trips yearly. He emphasizes railroads fund tracks and avoid tax subsidies while trucks cause highway wear and shift costs to taxpayers.
The June and July national steel strike halted 53 days, cutting over 15 million tons of ingot output and costing workers about 637 dollars per person on average. Wage and production losses affected car plants and other industries as steel supplies dwindled. Government actions drew criticism for bias and legality, while near term output should recover but with uneven pace due to defense allocation and extended tightness in nondefense steel.
An editor notes summer vacationers flood the office with tales from the road. He lists common types such as the postcard fiend the calamity kid the sultry stenographer the camera nut and the statistician and ends with a playful tease about the author being a No 7 vacationist himself.
Retailers report strong sales but shrinking profits due to higher wages taxes and regulations. Competition drives price cutting, and many stores, large and small, see net income decline despite higher revenue. The piece argues profits are vital to healthy commerce and consumer interests.
The campaign hinges on whether Stevenson would lead a fresh Democratic administration or mimic Truman. Stevenson chose independent aides and Springfield headquarters, while Nixon and Eisenhower critics both questioned his White House visit, signaling a test of each candidate's political skin.
Dr Jordan explains schizophrenia also known as dementia praecox and the split personality idea. The piece notes onset typically between ages 15 and 30, signs progress from carelessness to delusions and behavioral changes, and that X rays cannot detect it while treatment requires psychiatric evaluation.
An article explains exaggeration as a symptom and notes possible court commitment for treatment. It states forewarning signs of mental disease may appear early and highlights electric shock therapy and brain surgery as successful options for some patients. It stresses mental illness is not a disgrace.
Local residents share visits and hospitality across several households. Edson Shaw family trips along the Ohio River are noted, while Ruth Notestone returns home from Mt. Carmel Hospital. Multiple listings record guests visiting Shaw and Notestone households in Laurelville and Circleville.
The Messenger invites readers to submit military mail call entries listing service members full addresses and hometowns. Examples include F A Reeves of Nelsonville aboard US S Manatee and others like Willard Gill of Glouster and Dale W. Garrett of Point Pleasant with unit details and APO or c o addresses.
The forecast suggests a day of revamping and reconstruction with focus on hidden factors and clearer insight into conditions. Elderly judgement backs new tactics while young ideas seek the limelight and may receive strong support and favorable advancement.
General Omar N. Bradley predicts NATO will not meet targets of 50 divisions this year and 96 to 98 by 1954. He said in a radio interview that the alliance is approaching 50 divisions, well trained and equipped, providing a deterrent to war and marking improvement over previous years.
A fire damaged Clermont Florida telephone exchange leaving the town without service for 30 hours while repairs were made. Residents reported difficulty in reporting the blaze as lines were restored gradually after the incident.
In OINEY Alabama a city contest honored a female taxi driver as the most courteous. Mrs Id received the top prize of 5 dollars after the city’s first search for a courteous driver. The event highlighted service and community spirit.
Louise Weston, a young bride, insists on continuing painting despite her husband Harry Weston and friends doubting a woman’s career. She questions her future, budgets, and support from family as she dreams of artistic achievement beyond domestic life. The story follows her resolve and uncertainty about love, independence, and art.
Mexico City reports the tourist industry, vital to the economy, is weakening under European competition and high prices. Despite Rotary and Lions conventions, arrivals barely exceed last year’s average and a post election disturbance slump added risk to purchases abroad.
Cincinnati and Columbus stations list daily weekday and Friday programs from noon to 5 PM with news, dramas, talk, and music. Notable items include The Wax Work, Mr. Keen, Dragnet, Steve Allen Show, Night Beat, and Kiddies Time among others with CBS NBC ABC nets and local repeats.
TV listings from WLWC WTVN WBNS WSAZ stations show evening to late night programs including Drago net Mr Peepers Barn Dance and News Caravan on Thursday and varied morning matinees and children's shows on Friday with Captain Video Lone Ranger Judy Garland and more. News and weather segments punctuate each slate across stations.
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