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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1957
Page
4
The article criticizes the AFL-CIO leadership for always demanding wage increases regardless of economic conditions. It argues wage hikes in a declining economy raise costs and prices, hindering demand, and urges unions to suspend further pay demands when business slackens. Economists favor linking gains to real gains in productivity and wealth creation.
Hollywood studios slash payrolls by 25 percent as movie attendance hits new lows nationwide. TV blamed, yet many viewers still skip films for home entertainment. insiders cite traffic and parking as factors, while some say old movies lose appeal.
The British Bristol Britannia enters service on Atlantic and Mexico routes, posting speed feats that cut eight hours from the New York London crossing and two hours from New York Mexico City. The DC-7 remains a high speed symbol as jets rise, while Britain recovers from Comet setbacks and claims renewed aviation momentum.
Jim Bishop recalls an evening at Peacock Alley in the Waldorf Astoria with waiter John Manca as the diners and memories drift. The writer muses on love across ages, from Constance to Elinor, while watching a couple dance and the room fade into introspection.
Psychiatrist Dr. Crane analyzes Laura R a 29 year old with seven years of marriage and no children. She seeks adoption but agency cites neurosis. He diagnoses an inferiority complex and ego driven need to prove fertility, urging foster care and community involvement instead. He notes a possible change toward genuine love for children.
In Pascagoula Mississippi a writer expresses nostalgia for steam trains and predicts long distance passenger travel will persist. He praises A E Stoddard of Union Pacific defending passenger service and recounts a recent 35 hour train trip to the S S Brasil launching, noting the varied landscapes and a renewed gratitude for the American homeland.
George Ade motored through Indiana and wandered into a ministers convention. The clergymen, recognizing him, crowded to shake hands as he quipped feeling like a lion in a den of Daniels. A famed scholar lamented modern youth while Socrates was cited from 399 B.C. for comparison.
The stars indicate restrictions in personal relationships and limited cooperation from business associates and social activities. For those with a birthday tomorrow, plan ahead for six months to gain in work and money, seek long term goals, and expect happiness at home with possible romance between June and September. Short trips may occur in May August and November. A birthday child will be intelligent and self confident with strong executive ability.
A study by John Chipman and Nicholas J. Grant for the Preparedness Investigating Subcommittee led by Senator Lyndon Johnson compares Soviet and American engineering training. It notes Russia emphasizes early specialization, strong lab focus, and socialist organizations. the United States values broad citizenship education and flexible career paths.
The piece covers cosmetic scar treatment options after acne including wire brush or sandpaper methods and plastic surgery. It notes fibroid-related delayed uterine contraction with patience as a likely remedy and explains Boeck sarcoid as sarcoidosis with varied symptoms and generally benign course. It also discusses irregular pulse and palpitations requiring ECG and physician evaluation.
The Athens Messenger announces daily publication except Saturdays with single copy price and carrier delivery terms. It notes editions for Ohio and West Virginia readers, with various subscription options and rates. It is a member of the Associated Press.
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