Government funded Sputnik education plan draws criticism
Critics argue that federal and state grants for a $145 million educational drive and a later $1 billion program misread needs. They urge targeted teacher salary support in key subjects to retain qualified teachers and address the real shortage, not fund student scholarships. They warn against rushing changes and question cost effectiveness and delivery.
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Johnny
Mary
Sputnik
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
Woman Heads Liquor Board in Ohio for First Time
Miss Esther R. Hardy of Fremont appointed by Gov. ONeill to lead Ohio’s Liquor Control Board after the resignation of Robert R. Koch. The former Fremont principal and three-term state representative vows to balance legal strictness with the human side, citing over 1800 citations last year and local enforcement as key.
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Columbus
Ohio
Liquor Control Board
Esther R. Hardy
Fremont
Sandusky County
C. William O'Neill
Miss Hardy
Robert R. Koch
van Wert
Koch
Maude McQuate
Cleveland
Hayes
Frank J. Lausche
House of Representatives
O'Neill
E. G. Schuessler
James Donnelly
Schuessler
Wilsons 14 Points and the Road to the League
Forty years ago President Wilson unveiled his 14 points for ending World War I, touting openness and self determination. The plan provoked fierce opposition from Clemenceau Lloyd George and Orlando, who pressed competing aims and secrecy. Wilson clung to the League of Nations though Congress demanded changes, a conflict that helped end his presidency and left America isolated for a generation.
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Wilson
Congress
Clemenceau
David Lloyd George
Britain
Vitorio Orlando
Italy
Germany
Hitler
League of Nations
America
Col
Edward M. House
Lloyd George
Orlando
House
France
Europe
Henry Cabot Lodge
League
Senate
Dawsons Illustrate Psychology Chain Reaction
Case history in Indianapolis explains how small acts like compliments start a perpetual chain reaction for good. Dr Crane promotes the Compliment Club with a 30 day challenge and diploma incentive, urging readers to share kindness and expand the Christian project via his booklet service.
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Dawsons
Indianapolis
George W. Crane
Compliment Club
U S Banks Report Record Profits in 1957
U S banks posted higher profits in 1957 with average gains around 12.4 percent, while deposits rose only about 3 percent. Top banks like Bank of America and Chase Manhattan led with substantial earnings, yet some banks saw deposit declines as savers shifted to other instruments.
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San Francisco
Bank of America
New York
Chase Manhattan
First National City Bank of
Manufacturers Trust
Chemical Corn
First National
Chicago
American Bankers Assn
NEW York State Bankers Association
Mutual Savings Banks
New York City
Savings and Loans Associations
The
Stock Exchange
Try and Stop Me A You All Miss Visits Hayden Planetarium
A lighthearted 1968 Bennett Cerf column narrated by a playful observer recounts a first visit to the Hayden Planetarium. The reader notes fascination with a telescope and a humorous exchange about naming stars. The piece also includes jests about judges and officials.
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Hayden Planetarium
Will Rogers
Bennett Cerf
King Features Syndicate
The Sad Life Of Rushmore Howard Rushmore
The obituary-like piece sketches Rushmore as a Northern born Southern mountain boy drawn to social justice and the Communist movement. It notes his rise as a movie critic for the Daily Worker then anti Communist work for the New York Journal American, his clashes with colleagues, and his eventual isolation and despair ending in self destruction.
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Howard Rushmore
Communist Party
Daily Worker
Howard
New York Journal- American
Frederick Waltman
FBI
Rushmore
Soviet Russia
Moscow
Russia
Middle East
McCarthy Committee
Emphysema awareness and prevention discussed by a family doctor
The article explains emphysema as a common lung disorder often present without symptoms. It links causes to chronic infections and occupational dust exposure and emphasizes prevention, early treatment, and avoiding lung irritants as crucial steps.
Think of Home Folks from Hills of Ohio
The author recalls childhood in the Hocking Valley near Athens Ohio and reflects on old friends and family. Now living in West Virginia, he works for his master, seeks pay, and notes that mountain folks resemble hill folks, fitting into West Virginia families. Elder Kelley Lowery Stallings signs the reminiscence.
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Ohio
Athens Town
Hocking Valley
West Virginia
Elder Kelley Lowery Stallings
W. Va
Local families visit relatives for the weekend
Mr. and Mrs. Vern Story of Columbus were weekend guests of Mrs. Story's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Schaefer. Roy Howell spent the holidays with his family here.
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Vern Story
Columbus
Mrs. Story
Norman Schaefer
Roy Howell
Athens Messenger publication details and delivery rates
The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday delivery options and mail rates. It shows prices for daily, Sunday, and weekly delivery, including regional rates and special offers for Ohio and West Virginia audiences.
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Athens ‘Messenger
Ronday
Mi Messenger
Mail
Daily
Suniay Hio & W
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Georges Clemenceau
God
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Mes
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the Star
Richard C. Raines
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Raines
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Jesus
Christ
U.S
Sam. Dawson
Alcoholics Anonymous
Mt. Vernon
James Whitcomb Riley
William Howard Taft
Boston
Cincinnati
Fairview
Jefferson Davis
Tuscumbia
Helen Keller
Oklahoma
President Eisenhower
James Brothers
George Sokolsky
Edwin Jordan
the Public Forum
Laurel Cliff
WeUne O
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Postoffice
Associated Press
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