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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1957
Page
4
The piece notes critics view Dwight Eisenhower as inexperienced in government while the public trusted him greatly. It argues his popularity contrasts with unpopularity of traditional politicians and suggests politicians should raise their own appeal to voters. It reflects on hero worship and the political climate surrounding his elections.
The piece argues Indonesia uses force after UN attempts fail, foreseeing expulsion of 50,000 Dutch nationals and closure of Dutch consulates, with potential expropriation of 1.3 billion dollars in Dutch holdings. It questions Indonesian legality and morality versus UN stewardship.
A columnist argues that America's first small earth satellite failure at Cape Canaveral delays progress and that both the U S and Soviet programs face rough odds in missile launches. The piece notes expected 70 percent success and quotes persistent propaganda from rivals.
Feature on Arthur Flegenheimer known as Dutch Schultz detailing his Bronx origins, rise to power with 17 speakeasies, clashes with rivals like Waxey Gordon and Legs Diamond, violent acts by his gang, notable murders, and his final death in Newark New Jersey after a room confrontation with Lulu Rosencranz.
Dr Crane outlines case W-377 Helen H aged 29 who fears losing her mind over imagined child death and heart attack. She misreads normal marital strain as punishment by God, leading to somatic heart trouble and costly medical bills before learning the real issue. The doctor urges reality faced and references his booklet on sex problems in marriage.
The narrator and Don Whitehead fish in Andros Town Bahamas, landing 25 Bonefish in one day and distributing them to locals. He declares fishing too easy and vows to return to croquet, questioning the sport’s challenge after proving his point.
A humorous column notes Josh Logan famed for Mr. Roberts Picnic and Sayonara loves buying houses. He bought an old Connecticut mansion on a whim saying he picked it up for a song, Nedda quips a 75000 dollar value. A burlesque queen turned TV quiz winner nets 64000 dollars, proving grinding pays more than bumping. The rowdy chorus line adds a quip about a former fiancé.
A quiz lists six questions about New York State figures and places from Cooperstown to Elmira and Kinderhook. It notes answers include writers, presidents, and the Nobel Peace Prize, with a brief aside on bauxite as aluminum ore.
A 1957 reader letter argues Americans should resist panic over space achievements and criticizes American complacency. It contrasts Soviet Sputniks with U S failures like the Flopnik and warns against anti intellectualism and career drift in defense and industry. The piece laments politicians and military culture and urges scientific literacy.
The Family Doctor explains lobar pneumonia caused by pneumococcus, its sudden onset with chill and high fever, chest pain, cough, and rapid breathing. Modern use of sulfa or antibiotics has greatly reduced deaths from about one in three to one in twenty or less, making early diagnosis crucial.
The horoscope for 1958 foresees calmer, diplomatic behavior on Saturdays, increasing social activities and new friendships in forenoon and afternoon. Birthday readers see improved prospects this month with occupational advancement within four months and June financial gains. Pompeii’s rediscovery is linked to a peasant’s vineyard find in 1748 and subsequent government excavations.
Public notice page lists daily and Sunday editions rates for delivery by carrier and mail, with pricing for Ohio and West Virginia routes. Includes postal registration remark and Associated Press membership.
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