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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1960

Page

4

Kramer defies Waldorf Declaration amid scriptwriter clash

The Artists' Freedom piece notes Stanley Kramer plans to hire a proscribed Communist writer for a new film, challenging the Waldorf Declaration. The American Legion national commander objects, while advocates stress balancing liberty and security and praise free expression for film art. D. S. Polyansky cites Russia's peaceful stance since 1917 but recounts Hungarian events since 1956. A Humphrey supporter claims only Minnesotans can beat Nixon, and a missile gap doubt sparks further questions about Kennedy and Humphrey.

Kramer The American Legion Patriot

Slippery Road Fines in Athens Spark Fairness Debate

Town readers urged the municipal court to consider road conditions when drivers slide into others at slippery intersections. The piece argues that citing motorists for failing to stop within the assured clear distance is unfair when city street conditions hinder stopping and question whether early morning city work improves driving safety.

Difference Between The Sexes In Clothing Loyalty

A humorous look at how men cling to old clothing while women push for new. The narrator recalls 22 years of marital wardrobe warfare with his wife Frances as she urges Salvation Army donations and he resists. The piece argues men feel younger in old clothes, while women chase fashion to look younger.

America Frances Salvation Army Abby

How Does U.S. Russia Compare In Defense Posture Debate

A debate on U S defense strength contrasts Eisenhower's claim of adequacy with Democratic skepticism. The piece discusses intelligence limits, public truth, and the risk of giving enemies usable information, citing Pearl Harbor and the Battle of the Bulge as context for judgment.

Soviet Union Congress U. S Eisenhower Executive Branch Pearl Harbor United States

Dear Abby and Readers Share Personal Quandaries and Marxist Reflections

A long Dear Abby column features letters on life insurance concerns and family secrets, plus a reader’s question about a penny and a lengthy analysis arguing Marxism's role in modern politics. The essay discusses religion, capitalism, and global ideological conflicts with named concepts and historical references.

Newspaper University and its press leaders praised

Doctor Crane extols newspapers as the greatest educational agency in America calling publishers like Bill Huffman Jr and editor Carl Otto chancellors and proxies of Tribune University. He argues daily papers educate adults and youths, provide current history, and even anticipate textbooks, urging readers to support and contact him for pamphlets.

Bill Huffman, Jr The Tribune Wisconsin Rapids Wisconsin Carl E. Otto Bill Huffman Tribune University Carl Otto George Washington University Northwestern University University

The World’s Greatest Overweight Champion Race

The comic tale recounts Gleason and Shor weighing about 550 pounds together. They race around a block with Gleason fleeing by taxi and Shor panting to the finish only to find he never passed Gleason, prompting Shor’s angry accusation and a celebratory drinks moment.

Ack Gleason Toots Shor Gleason Fifth Avenue Sixth Avenue Bennett Cerf King Features Syndicate

The Public Forum on Man and Beast in the Spring

A poem-to-prose verse reflects on spring scent and crop prices. The speaker chats with horse Old Dan about the atomic age, horse sense, and a hopeful view that sap rises and freshets bring springs, easing fears. Athens R D 4 is listed.

Old Dan Jessie A Whisman

Second Offender Gets Judge's Full Sentence

EAST LIVERPOOL Municipal Judge Samuel W. Chertoff sentenced Pirl Shields 56 for a second time in six months for driving while intoxicated. Shields was fined 500 dollars and given 90 days in jail with a three year license suspension after his car struck Stephen Millward 61 as he exited a stopped vehicle Tuesday.

East Liverpool Samuel] W. Chertoff Pirl Shields Shields Stephen Millward

Training your child to eat a balanced diet

This article advises parents on avoiding power struggles over meals with children four to ten. It favors gentle persuasion, small portions, self-service, and a cooperative parenting approach to build willingness to eat all essential foods. The piece closes with an answer about pregrade literacy, noting it is advantageous for a child to know some ABCs before first grade.

Soviet Russia Red China Russia

Willett Reappointed Superintendent of Banks in Ohio

Raymond H. Willett of Greenwich Huron County is reappointed as Ohio superintendent of banks for a term ending February 20, 1962. Governor Michael V. DiSalle announced the appointment.

Columbus Raymond H. Willett Greenwich Huron County Michael V. DiSalle

Horoscope for Tomorrow and 1960 Career Outlook

The reading advises a bright Friday outlook with positive vibrations for social, domestic, and romantic matters. If tomorrow is your birthday, 1960 promises important career and finance growth with opportunities, cooperation, and original ideas. Expect good news in August and late in the year with advised diplomacy and controlled emotions.

The Messenger Publishing Co. Address and Rates

Athens Ohio postal notice outlines daily Sunday Messenger editions with price steps by time and delivery method. The notice lists in and out of state mail rates, mail dates and post office classification details. It identifies the company as a member of the Associated Press and provides the mailing address.

Athens Messenger Sunday Messenger D&s Mail Ohio 0. S Possessions Athens Postoffice Associated Press The Messenger Publishing Co W. Union

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