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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1947
Page
4
The item lists publication details for The Messenger, including editors Gordon K Bush and Jonn W Webb, AP partnership, and subscription rates for home and mail delivery across regions, noting second class matter status and Athens Ohio post office entry.
The writer denounces Truman era economists for claiming only a small rich class can absorb output while arguing Americans enjoy rising living standards. TVA finance is criticized as misreported profits with hidden interest, and public power is labeled a costly, mismanaged socialized enterprise harming taxpayers.
Reader's Digest publishes John T Flynn critique of TVA finances. He argues TVA accounting omits major operating expenses required by law for private electric ventures, challenging the honesty of rate yardsticks and financial reporting.
Washington reports that the Marshall Plan task force, composed of young technical experts, endured months of round the clock work from September to the plan's congressional submission. Marital strain followed late nights and early mornings, with one wife even interrupting a meeting to pull her husband away from work.
The essay critiques postwar U.S. politics and potential nominees. It weighs Taft Dewey Wallace Eisenhower Stassen Arnall and Truman’s role, arguing leaders should show clear principles rather than mere weight. It notes Dewey’s China aid stance and Ike’s public silence while in military service.
Lawrence's Dispatch argues for open hearings on the four year European aid program. It notes Senator Arthur Vandenberg's push to hear all views and forecasts potential amendments. It stresses that public opinion and economic fears shape support or opposition to the plan.
Sam Simmons argues Russia aims to ignite a third World War by backing a communist government in northern Greece. He warns that success could lead to Athens, then Turkey, and control of the Mediterranean as Beijing’s rise in China is leveraged. He urges stronger U.S. focus beyond Europe to prevent global conquest.
A detailed listing of Monday and Tuesday radio programming across stations WSAZ NBC WLW CBS WCOL WCHS WPAR WMUA and others. Includes news, sports, dramas, comedies, concerts, and kiddies shows with times and network affiliations.
The symptoms depend on tumor location and size. Headache and vomiting are among the most common signs, with others noted by where the tumor lies. The piece discusses infectious mononucleosis and contrasts its diagnosis and course.
A Christmas can tata titled Chimes of the Holy Night was presented at the Corning Evangelical United Brethren Church. Participants included Wilma Gibbs Eliza Murray Martha Young Mae Rodgers Ruth Harper Eliza Murray Rev Frank Robinson the women's chorus and the choir. Lib Mary Riebel daughter of Rev and Mrs W E Riebel visited and served as pianist for the Levering Walters wedding music at the EUB Church.
Miss Gladys and Lena Bowers hosted a miscellaneous shower for Mrs. Carl Hartley in Nelsonville. Dorotha Brooks took over direction of the new title registration bureau. Seven young women enjoyed a dinner before the San Souci Sorority dance at Miss Dixie Lou Williams home.
In Japan a sweeping shift allows common people to meet their ancestors in ritual suicide for the first time. Previously only the upper classes could perform this honorable death, leaving the lower classes feeling slighted and excluded.
In early 1800s England housemaid and servant advertisements noted whether wages included tea and tiger with the pay. The practice reflected living cost expectations and household customs of the period.
Jimmy Peters admits pursuing Madge Narney while she prioritized her career and rejects love. In a tense interview, police detective Leiphan questions a past attempted suicide tied to a broken engagement, a government life policy, and a killer’s motive among many.
Holiday gatherings fill Pennsville with returning students from Ohio State University Ohio University Marietta College and Florida State College plus relatives visiting from Columbus Beach City Duncan Falls and Malta. Several births illnesses and family visits noted including Patricia Kay born December 23 at Good Samaritan Hospital and extended family gatherings across multiple households.
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