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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1952
Page
4
Rate card lists daily and Sunday newspaper delivery by carrier with regional prices. Figures include Virginia and other locations with annual totals and per-copy costs. unclear exact dates.
The incoming Eisenhower administration is described as strongly anti-communist with a shift from drift to assertive U.S. policy. It foresees staff reforms, expanded powers for Governor Adams, and cabinet selections based on merit rather than personal ties.
The piece argues that despite high taxes and a large peacetime defense, domestic problems grow without more funds. It cites deteriorating highways and weak school finances, noting liberal arts colleges run a red balance, staffing cuts, and threatened academic standards.
Ohio election brings James A. Rhodes to the state auditor post ending "Little Joe" Ferguson's 16 year run. Republicans gain General Assembly control and resist moving voucher writing from the auditor to the finance director, Defenbacher. Louis Lausche era persists.
Charles E. Merce reflects on a year of strain yet generosity. Americans give to the needy at home and abroad, with hundreds of parties for service members and orphans, while urging stronger educational standards to secure the nation’s future. Abraham Lincoln is cited.
Dr. George Crane advises Mary K. a 19 year old coed to redirect focus from her blush by deflecting teasing with a light retort and shifting conversation to her companion. He prescribes laughing at oneself and complimenting others to reduce self consciousness in social settings.
The forecast notes holiday cheer may strain budgets but overall mood is hopeful. A possible raise or promotion appears likely, with opportunities in public roles and social aims. Birthdays suggest pleasant expansions and a child born today could have a notable, progressive career.
Radio schedule details for WPAR WATH WJBH and WOUK stations plus Others-WMOA Marianna noting programs for Friday and Saturday December 26 27. Includes News CBS ABC NBC and various shows such as Name That Tune Jack Smith Show Archie Andrews and Blue Gray Football coverage.
Television guide listing programs across WLWC Channel 1 with times for Friday Saturday and Sunday evenings including Comedy Carnival Sports Today Capitol News Meeting Time Three City Final Family Playhouse News Wake Up and Live Cartoon Carnival Breakfast Party TV Story Hour Magic Window University Series Mr. Wizard Nature of Things Tumbleweed Theater Super Circus Victory at Sea Western Theater Lone Ranger Mr Wizard News Specials and more listed with various start times and program blocks.
G G Young of Nelsonville argues in a Messenger letter that Taft Hartley retirement provisions harm Hocking Valley coal miners. He cites losses of up to 720000 in six years and urges Taft, local businessmen, and miners to press for changes and justice. He notes high profile aid to Japanese miners sparked indignation and suggests groceries as a kinder alternative.
A captain lays out a risky plan to strike Red Beach by an end run to Green to relieve the German pocket. The crew steels itself for possible death as 24 year old Mr Belman improvises a salvage move and keeps a useful lanyard.
Chauncey Pilgrim Holiness Church members offered a program at the county home Monday night. The event featured recitations a pageant and Christmas carols performed for residents.
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