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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1947

Page

4

Newspaper Subscription Rates and Policies

The notice lists AP content rights and subscription options with rates for carrier and mail delivery in Ohio and West Virginia, including overseas service, plus foreign quotes on request. It identifies Athens Ohio postmark and advertising offices in several cities and mentions obituary notices as a nominal extra charge.

Associated Press Ohio West Virginia West Mali Athens Nationa John W. Cullen Company Chicago New York Columbus Cleveland

Senate Unseating and Precedent in Bilbo Case Debated

Analysis argues that denying Bilbo a seat rests on legal grounds or political whim. It warns a Senate precedent could bar other elected minorities, risking minority rights and provoking reprisals over future charges.

Washington Bilbo Senate Mississippi Congress May Democrat Department of Justice Barkley

Neurotics and Alcoholism in Medical View

Dr. William A. O’Brien explains neurotics who drink to escape troubles are about 1 percent of the population and contrasts them with social drinkers. He notes shifts in society’s view, cites Alcoholics Anonymous as successful in aiding neurotic cases, and describes treatment with psychos therapy and group support.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Hopeful Signs on UN Atomic Veto Arms Control

The article argues Russia may back away from a universal veto on atomic weapons punishments as it engages in UN talks. It notes Molotov’s ARM stance, Gromyko’s comments, and the risk that rigid unanimity could trigger broader conflicts. It suggests Russia seeks peace, security, and recovery over formal veto power.

Russia United Nations Soviet Union Gromyko Atomic Energy Commission Molotov General Assembly Atomic Energy Group United States

Christmas gift giver Joseph Bonavita in Brooklyn

The Brooklyn tavern-keeper Joseph Bonavita gave hundreds of dollars to Bowery frequenters during Christmas. First met with suspicion, a second visit drew acclaim but police sent him to Bellevue Hospital to check for insanity. Doctors found him sane and generous, proving charity is not criminal or mad.

Kingdom of Heaven Joseph Bonavita Brooklyn N.Y Bonavita Bowery Boweryites New York Bellevue Hospital Mr. Bonavita Believue

Be methodical for success in business and life

The quote urges steady method and disciplined use of time. It highlights having work for every moment and attentive focus on the moment's task, attributed to Mathews. The expression advocates diligence and efficiency as keys to achievement.

Ww. Mathews

Taft pushes cabinet level health and education reforms

In Washington a proposal resurfaces to create a Department of Health Education and Security elevating the Federal Security Administration to cabinet status with Watson B Miller as head. Taft and Fulbright backed the plan, and Taft’s broader social agenda includes a national health act and expanded education aid. He would lead labor legislation as priority while housing and education funding details loom.

Washington Congress Department of Health, Education and Security Federal Security Administration Watson B. Miller Robert A. Taft Ohio J. William Fulbright Arkansas FSA Social Security Board Children’s Bureau Public Health Service Office of Education Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Food and Drug Administration District of Columbia Taft Senate Committee On Education and Labor Robert General Welfare Senate Banking and Currency Committee New York

Anniversary Dinner Honors Kincade Couple in Coolville

A dinner Sunday at Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Kincade home celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary. Guests included Miss Blanche Blair and several local families. Christmas and New Year greetings featured numerous visits and holiday dinners among Coolville residents.

Coolville J. W. Kincade Blanche Blair Hockingport Road Earl Kincade Lottridge Lennie Lentz Leroy Wires Calaway Ridge Clyde Parrish Alda Larson Mary Parrish Belpre Ruth Smith Athens W. R. Clark W. E. Bingman A. W. Brandeberry Dottie Lou Wendell Clark Frank Taylor C. L. Fuller Howard Newbury J. L. Shepard Joe Joseph Shepard Sterling Louella Smith Ruth Charleston T. E. Galbreath T. G. Hilldore Racine

Esther Class to Meet at Chauncey Church Monday

Esther Class of Chauncey Methodist Church will meet Monday at 7 p m at the home of Mrs N S Harvey Ellis Ave Helen Nicholson will conduct the meeting and lead the program and prayers.

Chauncey Helen Nicholson Esther Chauncey Methodist Church

Chauncey Ladies Aid to Quilt at Methodist Church

The Ladies Aid Society of Chauncey Methodist Church will hold a church quilting at Chauncey Church this Wednesday. Members are invited to join and contribute to the project.

AID Chauncey Ladies Aid Society of Chauncey Methodist Church

Practical instruction for the home nurse booklet offer

The Athens Messenger promotes a booklet for home nurses explaining baby cries to distinguish pain from hunger and illness. Written by a registered nurse, it covers contagious diseases care after operations and pregnancy guidance. Send 25e for Booklet No 81 to The Athens Messenger Reader Service New York 11 New York.

Ex-Plains Athens Messenger W. 17Th St New York N. Y

Needle Club Elects Officers At Millfield Meeting

Mrs. Elizabeth Robinett hosted the Millfield Needle Club at her home in Chauncey. Officers chosen: President Mrs. Bertha Sanders Vice President Mrs. Eda Heffken Secretary Miss Olive Brookins Treasurer Mrs. Robinett. Ten members attended the session and refreshments were served.

Chauncey Elizabeth Robinett Millfield Needle Club Bertha Sanders Eda Heffken Olive Brookins Robinett Elizabeth Patton Ida Hill Nellie Brookins Donna Thomas Edith McDaniel

Carol Russell Celebrates Fifth Birthday at Millfield

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Russell entertained a circle of children at their Millfield home for Carol Russell's fifth birthday. Games and refreshments were provided with help from Mrs. Virginia Kozma. Guests included Jerry Shumway Jeanette Shumway Richard Dunkle Rita Toth Billy Toth Joe Sanders Sandra Sanders Shirley Sayer Ronald Freeman Donald Freeman Carolyn Freeman Johnnie Rankin Nancy Kozma and Martha McMemanus.

Chauncey Edward Russell Millfield Carol Russell Virginia Kozma Jerry Shumway Jeanette Shumway Richard Dunkle Rita Toth Billy Toth Joe Sanders Sandra Sanders Shirley Sayer Ronald Freeman Donald Freeman Carolyn Freeman Johnnie Rankin Nancy Kozma Martha MceMannus

Bible Class Meeting at The Plains Church

CHAUNCEY Ladies Bible Class met at Mrs. Ella Locke's home with Mrs. Margaret Adams leading. Mrs. Channell and Mrs. Lakin gave devotions and group singing followed. February session set for Mrs. Ada Lakin with refreshments served to twelve members including Mrs. Stalder and Mrs. Grandy.

Chauncey Plains Church of the Nazarene Ella Locke Margaret Adams Carrie Channell Ada Lakin Eva Stalder Iva Rutter Nettie Grandy Elzina Wharton Viola Platt Thelma Keeton Selah Shrieve Ida Bricker

Plains WCTU to Meet With Mrs Ada Lakin

CHAUNCEY The Plains WCTU will meet Monday night in The Plains Methodist Church in charge of Mrs Ada Lakin president Leader will be Miss Elva Cooper.

Chauncey Plains Wctu Plains Methodist Church Ada Lakin Elva Cooper

Chauncey City Council to Meet Monday at 7 P M

Chauncey City Council will convene Monday at 7 p m in the City building announced by Mayor W D Hines The Chauncey Board of Public Affairs will meet Tuesday at 7 p m with no further details.

Chauncey W. D. Hines Chauncey Board of Public Affairs

Chauncey Ladies Auxiliary Meet Tonight With Benefit Game

Chauncey Ladies Auxiliary to the United Mine Workers will meet Tuesday at 7 30 p m in the K of P Building with Mrs Jessie Johnson president A benefit game will follow the business meeting.

Chauncey Chauncey Ladies Auxiliary United Mine Workers K. of P Jessie Johnson

Visitor Isabelle Courtney Returns Home to Tipp City

Isabelle Courtney, supervisor of music in Tipp City schools, spent holiday vacation at Chauncey with her parents Rev. and Mrs. Gilbert Courtney.

Chauncey Isabelle Courtney Tipp City Ohio Gilbert Courtney

Illness and injuries in Blue Lake area families and visitors

Blue Lake residents report serious illness in Joyce Mink and heart infection concerns. Jack Massay sustains injuries from a fallen tree during pole work for the electric company. Hazel Dean Thompson recovers from pneumonia as Doan family notes. Mrs. Kemp suffers two heart-related attacks. Homer Morgan’s son born December 19 at Newport News. Porters visit Columbus relatives during Christmas.

Blue Lake Freda Searls Rose Searls Pomeroy Bert Finley Gallipolis Mollie Kemp Morgan Elmer Holcomb Clyde Porter Porters Fred Blazier Columbus

Christmas Party Links and Holiday News From Harrisonville

Garden Club members and guests attended a Christmas party at the Halliday Atkins home with full December program and refreshments. Several Harrisonville residents and Columbus visitors are noted for Christmas and family visits, including births and travel to Dayton.

Harrisonville Garden Club Halliday Atkins Eliza Welsh Columbus Mary Woodyard Martha Jane Hiel French Homer Lee Frances Gibson Clint Gilkey Howard Clark Frank Halliday Everett Tracy George Atkins Mae Ball Frances Welsh Gene Young Harold Ball Grafton Stout Dayton Pearl Williams Sheltering Arms Hospital Sally Jo Maxine Markins Ray Wilson Robert Don Gibson Frank Gibson

Christmas Socials and Visits Around Union Furnace

Mr and Mrs Lester Bickle of Columbus spent Christmas with Mrs Hattie Bickle. Charles Clark family and Noah Reed party visited Columbus and Lancaster relatives. George Geiger family visited Brent Geiger. William King of Logan hosted a supper for Millie King on her 64th birthday and she visited Mary Kennedy. Cy Hensly family and Joan of Logan dined with the McGlothlins. Millie King hosted visitors Loyd Hinnerman. Austin McGee's son Michael ill with Esther and Mary Lou Carr and Jane McGuire visiting in Logan.

Union Furnace Lester Bickle Columbus Hattie Bickle Charles Clark Dwain and Jerry Noah Reed Lois Lancaster Mary LaGore George Geiger Larry Tommy Brent Geiger William King Logan Millie King

Income Tax Reductions Debate in Congress

Washington reports Congress may consider a 20 percent cut on incomes up to 300 000 and 10 percent on higher incomes in 1947. Rep Knutson outlines tax-cut figures while critics warn the debt and excise tax losses could erase potential benefits.

James Marlow Washington Congress Rep. Knutson Minnesota House Senate

Fair's Profit Tops $160,000

Ohio closed the 1946 state fair the first since 1941 and the most profitable in history. Fair director Bryan P. Sandles announced receipts of 422,961 dollars with costs of 262,801 dollars for a net profit of 160,160 dollars despite a 57,000 dollar federal tax bill.

Columbus Ohio Bryan P. Sandles Army Air Forces

Radio Highlights and Tonight Schedule Across Networks

Tonight NBC offers Shirley Booth in Woman on Lime Rock at 8 30 and Marion Anderson at 9 00 with several concerts and quizzes. CBS presents Bob Hawk at 7 30 Joan Davis at 8 30 Radio Theater at 9 00 and Screen Guild Players at 10 00, Chester Watson concert at 11 30. ABC airs Lone Ranger at 7 30 The Fat Man at 8 30 Dark Venture at 9 00 Sammy Kaye time change at 9 30 and Football Coach of the Year at 10 15. MBS features McGarry and His Mouse at 8 30 Gregory Hood Casebook at 9 30 Guy Lombardo music at 10 30 Broadway Talks Back. Tuesday NBC schedules U S Navy Band at 1 00 Pepper Young at 3 30 Supper Club at 7 followed by Date With Judy at 8 30 and Bob Hope at 10. CBS lists Irene Beasley s Grand Slam at 11 30 a 3 00 Suprise Party 5 School of the Air 8 Big Town 9 30 Godfrey s Talent Scouts. ABC carries Kenny Baker show at 12 noon Ladies Be Seated at 3 00 Walter Kiernan at 6 00 Elmer Davis commentary at 7 15 Tex Maupin music at 9 00. MBS shows Shady Valley Folks at 9 15 am U S Naval Academy Band at 12 30 pm Harlem Hospital ity Club at 7 30 Arthur Hale at 10 15 Upton Close at 10 15 pm.

NBC Shirley Booth Barlow Marion Anderson Voorhees CBS Bob Hawk Joan Davis Screen Guild Players Chester Watson ABC Sammy Kaye MBS McGarry and His Mouse Gregory Hood Guy Lombardo U.S. Navy Pepper Young Judy Bob Hope Irene Beasley Godfrey Kenny Baker Walter Kiernan Elmer Davis Tex Maupin Shady Valley Folks U.S. Naval Academy Band Harlem Hospitality Club Arthur Hale Upton Close

Caldwell, Cleveland Plain Dealer Gravure Director, Dies

Clyde CG Caldwell 62 longtime art gravure director for the Cleveland Plain Dealer died Friday. He was a prominent figure in the newspaper's photographic and printing operations.

Cleveland Clyde CG Caldwell The Cleveland Plain Dealer

Fire destroys Port Feed Mill in Port William

A fire early Saturday gutted the Port Feed Mill at Port William causing about 20 000 dollars in damage. Fire officials investigated the cause. No injuries reported.

Wilmington Port William

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