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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1957
Page
4
FBI Director J Edgar Hoover cites Christ warning against false prophets to describe communism. He argues its tactics persist despite altered appearances, targeting industry youth and minority groups, exploiting grievances, and subverting unity.
The piece laments U S lag in missile power behind the Soviet Union while urging steadfast national resolve. It recalls World Wars and 1945 atomic leverage, notes Soviet gains since then, and calls Americans to outpace rivals with courage and faith, closing with an odd closing line about men needing women.
Jim Bishop chronicles the Ocean Front Bar run by Eddie Furman. Wild Bill, a tall gray, is ruled out and moves to other spots, while Commodore stays partly sober and shifts social circles. The piece ends with a quiet night wind and a reflection on charity.
Case W-371 presents four suggested gifts for aging parents. A foot hassock improves leg circulation and heart rest, reducing blood pressure and stroke risk. Additional ideas include hearing aids glasses and new dentures.
A humorous survey of supermarket customer types including Big Bertha Dottie Dither Helpless Harry George the gourmet Penniless Pete and Fertile Flossie. The piece playfully depicts chaos and quirks observed during shopping, highlighting the variety of shoppers and their antics.
A convention attendee leaves at 3 30 AM and is escorted home by a kind taxi driver arriving at 3 58 AM. The cuckoo clock in his room sounds repeatedly waking the house, prompting a humorous reaction from his wife. The anecdote recalls Toscanini hosting Menuhin, who cuts a phone wire to hear music.
The forenoon will mirror last night's Full Moon influencing dealings with family and associates. Evening social activities are favored, with good judgment and keen mind. If tomorrow is your birthday pursue major goals now using foresight for long term planning.
Bruce C. Harding aged 32 of St. Paul Minnesota becomes superintendent of state records and will assume duties December 16 at the Ohio Archives Building. The building, once the governor mansion, houses state records under the Ohio Historical Society.
A wide opinion piece examines Republican decline in New Jersey and New York, noting H Alexander Smith’s age and pro Eisenhower stance facing a push by Bernard Shanley. It covers New York City frustrations, John Roosevelt’s entry, Javits allied posts, and looming gubernatorial fights as Harriman may ride to re election.
The Family Doctor explains coronary thrombosis as a complete blockage of a heart artery and angina pectoris as chest pain from reduced blood flow. It notes how conditions can follow or precede each other, the possibility of long survivals after thrombosis, typical angina symptoms, and the need to balance activity with heart health.
Thanksgiving gatherings include Geneva Robinson hosting guests from Dayton The Plains Columbus and McArthur. Visits span McArthur Strouds Run Athens and The Plains with multiple families noted. Samuel McClellan Sr. is listed as critically ill at Thomas Hospital Dayton Ohio while Susan South is mentioned.
The Athens Messenger and Sunday Messenger are described with pricing for daily and Sunday delivery, mail options for Ohio and West Virginia, and a note about post office registration as second class matter under 1915 act. The text reflects historical newspaper rate cards and publication terms.
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