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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1956

Page

4

Lessons From Weinberger Kidnapping and Suez Debate

The piece critiques early handling of the Peter Weinberger abduction and praises FBI efficiency in solving the case. It argues publicity harmed the investigation and urges faster FBI action in future Kidnapping cases. It also weighs India's stance on Suez through V. K. Krishna Menon, urging viable safeguards for Europe's oil lifeline via the canal.

Peter Weinberger Long Island PBI FBI Weinberger Nassau County India London Suez Canal Egypt Europe Middle East Suez Britain France Nasser V. K. Krishna Menon Suez Canal Company Canal Company

Two-Fisted Vice Presidents Move Into Political Spotlight

HAL BOYLE argues a robust vice president may be key to governing, noting Kefauver and Nixon as examples. He contrasts political bite with business world Throttlebottoms and urges nonpolitical careers for those seeking power.

Hal Boyle New York U. S. Senate White House Thomas Riley Marshall Woodrow Wilson Marshall Estes Kefauver Dick Nixon Alexander ‘Throttlebottom Nee United States Throttlebottom Industr

Labor leaders doubt repeal of Taft Hartley this year

World Today notes AFL CIO backed Stevenson Kefauver ticket while predicting Taft Hartley will not be repealed regardless of which party wins. Meany cites stronger labor support in Democrats and risk to other labor friendly campaigns. The piece ends with a quip about girls growing up.

James Marlow Washington Truman Afl-Cio Congress House of Representatives Senate George Meany Afl-Cio Executive Council Stevenson-Kefauver Meany Organized Labor

Fear Party helps pupils ease anxiety, says Dr Crane

Dr George W Crane recounts a teacher's success with a Fear Party where students confessed fears, relieving tension and neurotic behavior. The method inspired by his column led to calmer classrooms and greater peer support, with parents asking for guidance.

George W. Crane Annette L Dr. Crane

Reader Q A medical chat on backaches mushrooms and more

Dr J Jordans column answers reader questions on leg length discrepancy spine curvature backache treatment and orthopedic measures. It covers mushroom safety cardiospasm causes and treatment thyroid therapy options including radioactive iodine versus surgery and eyelid surgery considerations.

J. N

Horoscope Forecast for Upcoming Months and Birthday Year

The reading urges an early start in work or play, notes risks in evening travel, and highlights buoyant but demanding opportunities for a birthday year. It warns against extravagance, urges initiative, and cautions about nervous tension in late Sept to early Nov while promising new opportunities early 1957 with continued effort.

Evacuation Orders Issued As City Faces Firestorm

The command center lays out an urgent citywide evacuation with a one hour window to move people and equipment. Major routes are designated along Lincoln Boulevard and the Cherango River area, with water curtains and medical support deployed for evacuees.

Eastern Electric Morrison Lincoln Boulevard Chenango Washington Avenue Scarsdale Avenue Goldblum Fire Service Martin Smith Water Service Martin Buyers Jim Walker The Medical Service Jim Walker Ibbe Thoreau John McCann Jack O'Connor State Police Jack

Athens welcomes Ohio CIO Council summer school tribute

The Messenger prints thanks from about 200 students from nine states who attended the Ohio CIO Council Summer School in Athens. The program, held with United Glass and Ceramic Workers, fostered a sense of “family” between locals and Athens residents. Another letter notes a political forecast from Charles E. Miller predicting Eisenhower and Nixon as Republicans and Stevenson as Democratic nominee.

the Messenger Ohio Cio Council Athens One Ion United Glass and Ceramic Workers Ohio Cio Council Summer School Eisenhower Nixon Stevenson Kefauver Charles E. Miller

French Fires Roar on 25 Mile Front North of Riviera

Flames swept dry brush and forests across six areas north of the French Riviera on Thursday. One blaze reached within 300 yards of Monaco before being contained.

France French Riviera Principality of Monaco

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