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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1960
Page
4
A Wall Street Journal piece questions new Air Force manuals that allegedly teach officers how to mix martinis and secure dates with nurses or Junior League members. The author laments shifts in training culture and calls for a congressional inquiry if these manuals encourage improper conduct.
A wildlife official challenges predator bounty programs arguing bounties fail to curb predators and harm game, citing a National Wildlife Federation leaflet and broader habitat investment as better for wildlife. The debate follows notes that predator numbers rise even where bounties exist and that other regions without bounties maintain strong game populations.
Absent clear single incident, the page presents multiple Dear Abby readers, including a wife wary of her husband’s affairs and a brother’s best man dispute, plus a long excerpt outlining Herbert Hoover's role in early radio regulation, the Birth of U S government oversight, public interest, and the stance against censorship at large.
The Sixth Fleet commander says thousands of sailors, 18 to 22, will visit some 100 ports during a four cruise period. Sailors will be counseled before shore leave to safeguard America's reputation as they tour foreign ports, gaining travel education and lifelong experiences.
A string of quips fills a barber shop as patrons rib Tony about hairlines, bald jokes, and old-time prices. The chatter ranges from aging and fashion to politics and earfuls, puncturing the ordinary visit with laughter and familiar barbershop banter.
The piece argues the United States faces a headache in defense policy. Republicans claim current spending is adequate while Democrats push for change. It contends the military remains geared to World War II era thinking despite new threats and weapons.
The president of a local lodge asks Harry Hershfield to be guest of honor for an annual banquet. He then requests to secure George Jessel and Eddie Cantor for the event, promising to attend only if those stars appear. Hershfield confirms Jessel, and the president urges Cantor as well.
Police linked an ex convict Joseph Edward Cullman age 29 to a February 13 break in at the United Nations embassy of Daniel Schweitzer the 64 year old ambassador. Schweitzer was held at gunpoint and forced to shout Heil Hitler as robbers spoke pig Latin. Cullman was identified from a pig Latin offenders list and arrested in a rooming house while two accomplices remained at large.
The article outlines sleep requirements across development from school age to puberty. It suggests 10 to 11 hours at school age, advises adjusting bedtimes based on morning mood, and notes puberty growth increases sleep needs. It also covers avoiding stimulating activities before bed and involving older children in setting rules. It ends with a Q and A on blood pressure and artery health.
The reading warns against impulsive changes and urges avoiding contention at work. For those born on this day, 1960 offers strong prospects in career and finances with key gains projected later in the year. Notable uptrends appear in August and December, with advised collaboration during mid March, early June, September and mid November. A born child is described as energetic and ambitious but prone to financial overenthusiasm.
Squaw Valley concessionaires cannot keep ice cream on display as the Sierra mornings freeze cream. Workers solved the issue by placing the cream in the refrigerator to stay scoopable.
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