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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1959
Page
4
The Democratic Advisory Council proposes a narrowly focused federal peace agency to study inspection systems and arms limits. It would not replace existing peace efforts but enhance disarmament planning amid politically charged times.
Secretary Ezra Taft Benson faces renewed political heat as a Department of Agriculture report shows a two percent drop in farm prices in the last month. Parity ratio hits a 19 year low amid higher farm costs. Hog prices rise while beef markets fall, fueling dissent in the corn belt. The 1960 farm program echoes a rejected Democratic plan. Benson says Congress cannot turn away, but critics including Hubert Humphrey call the plan ruinous. Political attacks are seen as ongoing into November.
The Spanish royal infante Juan Carlos, son of the pretender, may leave military academy and face a choice between attending Salamanca University in Spain or the Catholic University of Louvain in Belgium. Nationalists favor Salamanca while liberals back Louvain to expose him to constitutional government.
Roy Thomas who died at 85 is associated with inspiring the foul strike rule through his skill at fouling off pitches as a Philadelphia Nationals center fielder. He and Billy Hamilton of Boston NL helped drive changes that shortened games and pleased paying customers, with Ned Hanlon of Brooklyn irritated by endless foul balls.
Jim Bishop recollects Christmas rituals and family scenes from his youth and present expectations. He details kitchen bustle and shared meals, identifies relatives Maggy Elinor and Ginny, and hints at future plans with Gayle and friends, ending with a dawn outlook on holiday dreams.
Dr Crane counsels Kathy and readers on keeping Christ in Christmas. He argues Santa embodies God's love and urges parents to teach sharing, humility, and a 50 50 gift outlook, balancing secular joy with nativity meaning. He also notes authentic cards should reflect the Bethlehem story and wishes readers to write for his booklet.
The forecast notes a day favorable for clearing minor tasks and handling tax and insurance matters. It warns against starting new ventures without thorough checks while promising social ease. If tomorrow is your birthday, the coming year offers business gains, imagination driven ventures, and possible emotional or financial tests. A child born now will have integrity and business acumen.
The Public Forum Editor argues Christmas should center on Jesus Christ not gift flurries. He condemns card exchanges, urges giving to the needy, and invites readers to join a movement to keep the holiday holy. Address: Logan, Mrs. E. V. Baker.
A church wedding quip has a little girl noting the bride changes partners at the aisle. Helen Hayes and Katharine Cornell are praised in a backstage exchange showing mutual admiration, a tale noted by Bennett Cerf in 1999.
The writer questions U S foreign aid and postwar reconstruction strategies arguing that aid to Europe and Asia weakens domestic industry and jobs. They warn of a looming labor problem and compare current policy to past missteps including wartime loans and the Nero reference.
A voice reflects on surviving cancer, embracing life, hope, and faith one year on. The piece contrasts fear with resilience, notes Khrushchev era references, and extols science’s role in extending life while affirming inner happiness comes from the soul.
Parents should supply books for every age, encourage library borrowing, and place baby and tot books in the family living area. The Looking Glass Library by Random House offers affordable reprints of classics such as The Peterkin Papers and The Blue Fairy Book. Establish a regular homework time and stay calm and patient when helping.
Brain Game: Here is the quiz on the planets six answers correct is excellent. The questions cover major planets satellites naked eye visibility orbital speed rotation speed ringed planet and closest to the sun. Answers follow.
Two Ohio women won state honors in a Lincoln Sesquicentennial essay contest. Dorothy E. Whittington of West Richfield Summit County claimed the professional prize and Beatrice A. Gun of Cleveland won the nonprofessional prize for 1500 word essays on reflections while standing before the Lincoln Memorial.
The Athens Messenger offers daily and Sunday editions with carrier and mail options. Rates show one week to one year subscriptions in Ohio West Virginia and elsewhere, with multiple monthly and annual pricing. The notice lists mailing details and addresses for The Messenger Publishing Co at 43 W Union St Athens Ohio.
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