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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1952
Page
4
A partial notice details carrier delivery options with monthly prices for Daily and Sunday service at 61.55 by route and mail delivery at 1.55 per month, noting rates are maintained and subject to application and act of authority.
Ohio's Charlie Sawyer, Commerce Secretary, urges slowing US aid to Europe and returning thousands of Federal staff home. He critiques "give away" programs, argues Americans no longer tolerate endless spending, and says Europe has need to sell goods to the US. The report aims to spark new Congress action and a shift to realism.
Hal Boyle argues that lavish gifts like a $50 necktie miss the point of Christmas. He urges understanding and thought over status symbols, recalling a child’s puppy gift that brought genuine joy. He warns such expensive tokens can be morally wasteful and asks for heartfelt presents instead.
The essay argues population growth requires big schooling investments in Ohio. It notes budget gaps across districts, rising enrollment, and the need for more teachers, buses, and buildings funded by general and state funds. It also references Truman era health insurance plans and current bipartisan debates on federal roles.
Doctor's Comments explains goiter as thyroid enlargement, its diffuse and nodular forms, and potential toxic outcomes. It notes treatments from observation to surgery, and newer methods using uracil drugs or iodine-rich fluids, stressing expert administration and personalized decision making.
The horoscope notes a gloomy start with doubt and inertia but spells a shift to surge and drive after a triggering event. It predicts a strange year for birthday individuals with sudden changes and renewed energy and ideas leading to success after low moods. A dramatic line mentions a basement blaze and a cryptic name.
Dr. Crane advises acting the part you wish to play to feel the corresponding emotions. A shy college sophomore, Case F-349, seeks dating tips and guidance on self-discipline, brave talk, and social skills. The piece links psychology to daily actions and includes a plea to request a formula for conversation.
Radio program timetable shows daily noon to 1 pm and afternoon blocks with news CBS ABC kiddies and sports segments. Program names include Jack Smith Show Beulah Newsreel Henry Taylor Talk Paul Lavalle Band Merrill Piazza Willson Bob Hawk Quiz and Kukla Fran Ollie among others.
Listing of daytime and evening programs including Take Ten Touring the Town Arthur Godfrey and Captain Video. Highlights include 9:00 Take Ten 9:45 Touring the Town 10:00 Arthur Godfrey 6:30 Skyline Melody 7:00 Captain Video 8:00 Sheen 8:30 Barrow Concert.
A Yankee captain asserts control aboard a headquarters ship as two Southern signalmen are recruited while a quartermaster faces Captain's Mast for leaving his post. The captain warns of internal power struggles and orders the two to report to their banks amid a tense wartime setting.
In a shipboard scene, sailors joke about leaving for Bonbo to pick up Christmas packages. The captain announces no liberty and orders the crew to standby for water and fuel while pondering the dangerous voyage ahead. Archie Rayland recalls his Sunday school days as peers tease the idea of death for Christmas gifts.
The Messenger requests complete address and hometown of service member for free mail service. Submissions should include the servicemember’s name Six Pvt Richmond A and address at Athens Route 2 US 52235474 Co B 7th MTK Bn CCB 3rd Armored Div Fort Knox KY, plus the submitter’s name.
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