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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1959
Page
4
Analysts foresee a rosy 1960 with world peace expectations and steady employment yet warn of high money rates inflation and uneven prosperity. Trade imbalances and populist demand strain supply while some sectors soar. others falter. The piece urges sober appraisal to temper optimism after earlier booms and busts.
The piece satirizes pop radio in a tale of Adoniram Flubb who, while under shock from a half hour of music free bliss, swears no notes were heard. The author doubts Flubb but shares sympathy for his view that many tunes lack musical connection. A wry meditation on aging ears and overpromising hit aesthetics.
A worn Christmas scene ends with a sleeping father on the sofa as a guardian angel speaks of memory and happiness. The mother covers him with a blanket and notes that Christmas is hard on husbands. The piece reflects on lost friends, nostalgia, and lingering regrets from childhood holidays.
New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller says he will not seek the Republican presidential nomination in 1960. He declines to pledge support for Nixon, suggesting he could still be available if Nixon falters while hinting he may oppose party bosses.
In a Dear Abby column an array of readers discuss why guests leave a lone penny on the dresser when checking out. They offer views from chambermaids travelers and a Texas reader to explain meanings from insult to luck to repayment and even theft lore.
Dr George W Crane describes a 10 day low liquid diet used by Mabel G a 39 year old wife to shed about 10 pounds and restore affection from her husband He suggests enlisting two obese church members for motivation and raises funds via an Easter offering The plan includes strict liquid limits 800 calories total daily protein guidance and examples of foods and meal ideas
Economists of mutual funds forecast a positive 1960 with factory output rising and long term bonds staying strong. Fund managers note assets totaling about 15 percent of 1959 public investment and sales exceeding two billion dollars in the first 11 months. Strong names like Henry J. Simsonson Jr and John W. Harriman anticipate new peaks and high stock prices, while caution remains on inflation and steel labor disputes.
A observant lad and his mother visit a Brooklyn butcher shop. The boy misidentifies lamb as turkey, and the butcher confirms the meat has no feathers. The exchange ends with a quip about wool on meat.
Questions ask who commanded famous ships: Flying Enterprise Mayflower Bonhomme Richard Golden Hind ill fated Maine and the Discovery captain set adrift by his crew. Answers appear garbled in the prompt text.
J G Larkin argues education and unemployment are linked as large numbers of veterans enter the labor market. He questions campus culture and the value of degrees versus disciplined learning, noting Sputnik spurred federal scholarships but stressing broad knowledge and wisdom beyond technical training.
Public health guidance explains influenza is a distinct infectious disease not cured by antibiotics. Vaccines exist and should be used for high risk groups including older adults and pregnant women, with local outbreaks expected but no wide spread attack anticipated this year.
The text warns to control temptation to overspend and keep cash ready before large purchases. It advises careful thought before acting amid extraordinary optimism and cautions against hasty promises. For birthdays, it urges prudence to resist costly temptations and possible debt over the next six months.
The page lists subscription and mailing rates for The Athens Messenger and Sunday Messenger. Prices include daily and Sunday editions, mail options within Ohio West Virginia and other regions, with periods from one week to one year and post office class details. Addresses mail to The Messenger Publishing Co 43 W Union St Athens Ohio.
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