This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1949
Page
4
The piece honors Dr. Blaine R. Goldsberrys dog Max as a devoted companion and mentor. G.KB. recalls a deep friendship marked by shared travels, mutual respect, and Maxs tireless dedication to work and service. The author reflects on personal growth inspired by Max and the lasting bond of their partnership.
Henry and Sin Conover win an all expenses paid stay at a California resort. Upon arrival, they face curious hotel staff and a mysterious visitor with a wounded shoulder. A Bry-Ter Tooth-Paste representative arrives, offering help and hinting at danger as the scene ends with a bloodstain on the cottage wall.
The piece argues the Truman administration aims to push Congress toward socialist measures but asserts this is not inevitable. It emphasizes Congress as a human institution and stresses that legislative outcomes depend on people acting, not fate.
January records from the New Lexington Bureau of Unemployment Compensation show 150 new unemployment cases in the city and county, an increase of 81 from December. Perry County sees ongoing jobless numbers as local groups note the spread of unemployment.
Ralph Ladd, once a Frost boy in his father's store, became Athens County's leading orchardist. His 125 acre operation near Athens and Torch grows Red and Golden Delicious and Rome Beauty, with 40 trees per acre. After nine years of care he bore bearing trees in 1931 and now faces high spraying costs, weather risks, and year round management while supplying Ohio apples to local markets.
The Nation Today outlines options from delaying strikes to compulsory arbitration as Congress debates a postwar labor bill. It notes bipartisan reluctance to grant full government power to halt or retroactively regulate strikes, urging a balanced approach to avoid extreme measures.
Edson assesses Dean Acheson’s first Washington press briefing as secretary of state. He frames three core points: U.S. peace interests cannot be used as Russian pawns, UN Charter obligations, and openness to genuine talks through proper channels. Acheson’s drafting style contrasts with Stalin’s cautious replies.
Dr Jordan reviews whether athletes have enlarged hearts and the risks of strain in various sports. He notes normal hearts cope well with intermittent effort, while continuous exertion raises risk. Training and preparticipation exams are advised, with emphasis on adolescents. He defines anemia diagnosis by red blood cells and hemoglobin and explains how a blood count is performed.
A mixed quiz card presents multiple choice items across men women and teens. Questions cover broadcast accuracy horse water intake flying signals life insurance Roosevelt insulin book of Genesis life expectancy and dice terms. The page compiles varied trivia with a garbled answer key.
William Brown, an escapee from Lakin Industrial School, was captured by village officers Monday night and is held in the county jail for West Virginia school authorities.
The 166th Fighter Squadron Ohio National Guard will be ordered to active duty for a few hours within the next week. The alert tests two emergency plans in case of an enemy air attack. Major Albert Robey at Lockbourne Air Base will sound the alarm when enemy planes appear. About 300 pilots will be notified by any method to report for duty and time to launch 35 Guard planes.
Mrs. Vashti M. Grimm filed a suit in common pleas court Tuesday seeking $20,000 for alienation of her husband against Corabelle Russell. The action lists James B. O'Brien as attorney.
A detailed schedule lists evening and late night programs on NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WENS Columbus WCHS Charleston and others. It covers 6 pm to 12 pm with news shows sports music tales dramas comedies and variety programs including Lowell Thomas Blondie The Duffy Tavern and Curtain Time among many others.
A dense listing shows morning to late afternoon radio programs across networks CBS and ABC with hosts and show titles including Fred Waring Show The Godfrey Hour Kay Kyser Show and Bride and Groom. The schedule runs from 9:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. featuring variety, music talk and serials with multiple repeats and regional station notes.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.