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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1960
Page
4
Vice Admiral Hyman Rickover criticized Pentagon manpower and interference. He urged trimming 20 to 30 percent of personnel to speed submarine development and reduce factionalism across political, industrial, and military lines to strengthen U S defenses. Senator Dirksen dismissed the remarks as in poor taste.
The British government plans a near ten percent rise in defense spending and a move away from nuclear deterrence toward greater conventional arms, boosting equipment for foot soldiers to handle localized or brush-fire wars. The United States faces similar critiques that focus less on conventional armaments.
The piece argues featherbedding wages not the core labor dispute and cites railroads steel construction entertainment printing as affected sectors. It quotes Nation's Business on how make-work rules lower productivity raise costs hinder labor mobility and block capital investment. A steady rise in per worker output is needed for higher living standards without higher prices.
Political observers note Vice President Nixon may be smart to wait until Chicago after already near-nominal status, with Nixon running unopposed in Wisconsin and attention turning to Kennedy vs Humphrey in the Democratic race. Wisconsin Republicans may cross party lines to aid Kennedy, reducing Nixon's total. Official line: Nixon aims to unify the state party by entering the primary, but he could seek to curb Kennedy's margin as his top threat.
In a basement the German Shepherd Sandy gives birth to eight puppies with calm efficiency. Her husband Rocky, initially dominant, learns to accept the new brood as Sandy nurses and supervises the care. The owner Gayle watches and notes the quiet, tender scene.
A wife contemplates divorce after a year of neglect and money stinginess. Dr. Crane prescribes a two-test plan to reveal personality flaws, prompting reflection and a possible change, as the wife delays proceedings and the husband revises his behavior.
The column offers guidance to a reader troubled by a gossiping neighbor, a flirtatious group member, and a harsh personal letter. Abby urges firm but diplomatic boundaries, suggests leaving harmful groups, and notes professional help for neurosis, plus a reminder about personal replies.
A humorous 1960 strip by Bennett Cerf shows two old friends obsessed with golf seeking help from a psychoanalyst. The analyst suggests nonball swing and walking 18 holes, but the pals return perplexed by their imaginary scores and a lie between them. A separate gag has a 9 year old stopping a Fifth Avenue bus to ask if it goes to the dentist.
Horoscope notes a birthday in a cusp between Aquarius and Pisces with good 1960 prospects. Neptune boosts creativity while Mars and Saturn aid material gains this year. collaboration becomes key in late year though leadership may be sidelined. Cautions: avoid late November risks and late June tension. a born child may show leadership traits.
George Sokolsky discusses kickbacks bribes and untaxed cash as licenses to steal in American business. He contrasts honest and dishonest graft, cites income tax pressure and net worth gimmicks, and recalls a No. One Boy anecdote to illustrate corruption and reluctance to accept kickbacks.
Health column advises hay fever aware travelers to avoid ragweed heavy areas and notes safe destinations by region. Alaska Florida Gulf coast and several western and northern locales are highlighted as pollen light. A separate Q and A covers rupture risk after abdominal surgery and recommends surgical repair when appropriate.
A columnist notes concerns on world overpopulation and suggests a target of 2.2 children per couple to stabilize U.S. population. The piece cites mental health statistics showing about 17 million Americans affected. It also quotes Marlene Dietrich on maintaining a steady weight while enjoying life.
Mr and Mrs David Holter announce the birth of a son Nickie Arlin born February 9. Grandparents are Francis Cottrill of Ewington and Glen Brown with his wife. Other local social notes include visits and get well wishes in Conneaut and Kingsville obituary for William E Osler aged 102.
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