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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1950

Page

4

Civil Defense Plans in Crisis State via Truman Move

A detailed account traces civilian defense from OCD to NSRB to OCM and the Dec 1 1950 creation of a new administration under Millard Caldwell aimed at funding and organizing a vast defense program. It outlines costs, agency reshuffles, and the push for fast Congressional action amid Korea China tensions.

Washington China Pearl Harbor Roosevelt OCD Office of Civilian Defense Army Truman NSRB National Security Resources Board NLRB OCM Office of Congress United States Civil Defense Korea Truman Administration President Truman Millard F. Caldwell, Jr Florida

UN seeks settlement in Korea as nations clash

The article argues the United Nations pursues appeasement to halt the Korean War with China and Russia, warning of U.S. troop withdrawals, loss of face, and shifts of focus to defense in Europe and Asia. It critiques leadership, inflation, and wartime controls while urging perseverance for Japan and the Pacific front.

United Nations Russia Korea U.S China East Asia Germany Europe Moscow Japan Philippines Formosa Pacific Hawaiian Islands Alaska Lake Success United States

Farm life shaping youth according to Ohio Mother of the Year

An elderly Ironian woman, Ohio’s Mother of the Year Mrs. W. F. Marting, urges that children spend their first 15 years on a farm to build character. She argues country living teaches practical skills, responsibility, and lasting civic virtue, contrasting with urban frivolities.

Ohio W. F. Marting

Seoul as a war weary center in the Korean conflict

In Seoul, 1.5 million residents face hunger and danger as American soldiers on leave struggle to find entertainment and relief. A black money market thrives despite currency controls while few modern recreation centers exist. Soldiers long for home or Tokyo, memories shaping a young generation.

Seoul L?p Paris Tokyo Pusan Japan Army Finance Office Red Cross Europe Korea

Doctor Dean Luce Named Family Doctor of the Year

Dr. Dean Sherwood Luce of Canton Massachusetts was named family doctor of the year by the American Medical Association House of Delegates. The 74 year old physician has practiced in Canton since 1905 and has delivered three generations of babies for local families. He was not present at the announcement and will receive a gold medal for outstanding service.

Cleveland Dean Sherwood Luce Canton Mass American Medical Association House of Delegates Holliston Luce

Charming wrap around house dress pattern 8669

Sewing pattern information for a wrap around house dress in sizes 34 through 48. Pattern No 8669 includes pocket and collar trim details. Orders require 25 cents per pattern plus 5 cents first class mail, sent to Sue Burnett The Athens Messenger New York. Also mentions the Fall and Winter Issue of FASHION with 48 pages and a free pattern inside.

Sue Burnett Athens Messenger Ave. Americas New York N. Y

Pasteurized Milk Not Toxing Public Health Says Doctor

Dr Edwin P Jordan dismisses a claim that pasteurized milk causes dysentery. He says proper pasteurization destroys germs and improves health, while dairy firms invest in pasteurization. He also answers readers on calcium deficiency in elderly, allergic rhinitis, swallowed fish bones, and sleep posture affecting mouth breathing and palate bleeding.

Holden J.B.C. A T.R. A

Two Men Questioned In Grabow Death

Columbus detectives said two men questioned in Washington Court House had nothing to do with the death of William S. Grabow, 40, Columbus lumber and coal company executive. A mallet with matted hair was found in their car but they were not held in connection with Grabow’s death.

Jasper Purdy Matt Peter Sondra Maggie Leeana Columbus Washington Court House William S. Grabow Columbus Lumber and Coal Company Grabow

Television listings for multiple stations update

A dense schedule of programs across WLW WTVN WBNS and other stations outlines evening to overnight lineups. Notable slots include Kukla Fran and Ollie, News, sports, variety, and drama programs with late night movies and talk shows listed.

Public Forum letter on Christmas ads draws Presbyterian protest

Albany reader Mrs. A. T. Stuart voices support for yesterdays Public Forum view and condemns gay liquor advertisements airing during the Christmas season. She notes Alexander Presbyterian Church adults share the concern and laments unacknowledged protest letters.

the Messenger Messenger Alexander Presbyterian Church Christ A. T. Stuart Albany

Radio Station Call Letters and Schedule Fragments

A fragmented list of radio station call signs and network affiliations in Ohio West Virginia and nearby states with partial time references. It includes CBS NBC and ABC affiliates and mentions WOU FM and WPAR Parkersburg. The text appears as a garbled schedule fragment lacking complete times programs and dates.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston MBS WHKC Other WMOA Marietta WPAR Parkersburg Athens WOU

Evening Radio and TV Schedule Highlights

A dense listing of radio and television programs across networks with times from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Includes news, dramas, comedies, variety shows, sports and specials featuring hosts such as Jack Smith Harold Peary and Bing Crosby, plus TV listings for Dumont and NBC networks.

Chance of Lifetime Don McNeill Hocking Valley News Railroad Club Wbns-Tv Weatherman Earl Flora Touchdown Doug Edwards Perry Como Arthur Godfrey Maugham Theater Theater Lee Edwards Nbe-Cbe Abe-Mbs-East Abe-Mbs-West Nbe Cbs Beulah Abe Mbs Abe Jack Smith Cbs Daily Cbs Evening Newsreel Abe R. Chameleon Cbs Anerican Gildersleeve Abe Dr Abe International Groucho Marz Abe Harold Peary Abe Bing Crosby Eba Lawrence Welk Dick Powell All Nets Abe Godfrey Abe Maugham Cbs McNeill TV Club Dumont Dbs Plainclothesman Chicago Abe George Putnam Stars of Hollywood

Morning Radio Schedule Highlights and Hosts

The list outlines a morning to evening radio lineup with hosts Jack Baker Abe and multiple programs across CBS ABC and local networks. Notable shows include The Clevelandaires Tennessee Jamboree Welcome Travel Arthur Godfrey Say It with Music and The Bandstand with various sponsors and time slots.

Jack Baker Nbe Abe Cbs Mbs Arthur Godfrey Ladies Fair Lanny Ross Hollywood Abe Bob Poole Mbe Cbe Cbs Kiddies

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