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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1951
Page
4
Government guidance outlines who must file by March 15 1951 and how to handle estimated taxes. Taxpayers with income 600 or more in 1950 must file final returns and pay any owed tax, with special rules for those whose withholding was incomplete. Farmers face specific Jan 15 and Jan 31 filing/r payment choices.
Kirsten travels by bus with Margie Lou and Eddie Engstrom's dog Duke. A sudden crash by Max's car injures Duke but Eddie reclaims his dog and boards the bus. A military formation at the boatworks receives orders to depart at dawn and attend a meeting to rally unseen troops against homefront apathy.
The piece warns that if Europe falls to Russia, the United States would face severe material shortages and strategic pressure. It argues meshing resources like copper aluminum and iron ore could be cut off, risking a garrison state unless U S industrial know how and allied aid sustain production.
A dated commentary argues the United States faces unprepared defenses against a potential Russian or Chinese invasion. It questions Moscow’s timing for aggression, suggests either atomic lag or hidden motives, and warns of economic strain that could favor Communism if a war begins.
The Soviet Union tightens influence in Bulgaria by allowing Soviet citizens to take key government posts without formal Bulgarian approval. U.S. experts warn this could enable Moscow to absorb Bulgaria if it attacks Yugoslavia or West Germany, with Bulgaria repeatedly used as a testing ground for control by Moscow.
The Secretary of State is blamed for shaping Far East policy that strengthened Communist China and the Korean War. Critics argue the Republicans use Acheson as a political target to influence 1952 elections and… IMPINGES on the safety and future of the people according to Senator Ives.
An American soldier in Korea grows more American as the Chinese intrusion shifts him from vague UN ideals to national patriotism. The indoctrination efforts fall short, and soldiers fight now out of defense of the United States. The shift strengthens American solidarity and resolve amid war.
An ironic critique notes the Soviet Embassy in Washington installing fire fighting gear while relying on non union workers, contrasting party rhetoric about serving workers with actual practice. The piece cites a Shakespearean quote to underscore the argument.
Pattern No 3275 by Sue Burnett offers a basque line frock for junior sizes 11 to 20 with a bow trim and full skirt. Includes material details and sizes, requires 5 yards of 36 inch fabric and ¼ yard contrast trim. Mail 35 cents to Sue Burnett at The Athens Messenger, New York 19, for pattern and 25 cents for Fall and Winter Fashion magazine.
A physician answers reader questions on impetigo moles spider nevus varicose leg color lightening light spots scalp ringworm dry skin and related concerns. He notes impetigo is contagious and caused by staphylococcus, recommends seeking sources of infection and cautions diet does not cause moles, suggests diathermy for removal, X ray for spider nevi with expert advice, and practical skin care tips such as cold cream and reduced bathing.
The Glouster Coal Co Hogue mine in Hollister receives safety recommendations from a Bureau of Mines inspection. Proposals include better timbering, safer blasting, adequate fire facilities, preshift exams, clear haulage roads, and improved power wiring. Inspector J B Vanity lauds ventilation shelter holes and rolling stock. mine employed 16 workers producing 60 tons daily in December.
Mrs Mary Thomas learned of the death of Miss Mary Ann Hannon of Cleveland Ohio once a Murray City resident. Miss Hannon lived with her brother James and they visited in the Thomas home during Old Home Week. The item lists numerous local social visits and family travel across nearby towns during the holiday season.
Radio schedule data lists area stations NBC WLW Cincinnati 700 KC ABC WCOL Columbus 1280 KC WSAZ Huntington 930 KC CBS WBNS Columbus 1480 KC WCHS Charleston 580 KC MBS WHKC Columbus 610 KC Other WMOA Marietta 148 KC WPAR Parkersburg 1450 KC WATH Athens 1540 KC WJBH Gallipolis 990 KC STATION WOUL FM noon to pm and 7 pm to pm time slots listed
A dense listing of daily radio programming for January 8 and 9 detailing times, show titles, networks, and hosts across morning to late evening slots. Notable programs include News for 15 Minutes, Music Time, News Broadcasts, The Gordon Machine Show, Murder by Experts, NBC Symphony, Paul Winchell Show, Lights Out, and various game shows and dramas with multiple network attributions. The schedule emphasizes a mix of news, music, variety, drama, and sports-related content across Abe networks and CBS NBC and Dumont.
TV schedule notes by station list programs for WLWO WTVN WBNS and WSAZ with multiple daily blocks including news morning shows cartoons and variety programs across channels three six ten and twenty one for Monday and Tuesday entries, naming programs like Kukla Fran and Ollie Howdy Doody Perry Como and Cavalcade of Music.
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