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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1956

Page

4

Athens Messenger Publication Details and Daily Carrier Information

The Athens Messenger imprint notes a 125 year history from 1806 to 1928 with a wonky afternoon and Sunday morning editions. Publisher Gordon K Box and editor Gatien wr Reamer are listed with Barnok Messenger Publishing Co. Single copy daily and Sunday delivery by carrier costs $1.80 per month.

Nik Messenger Publishing CO Gordon Kbox Dean We Webe Ator Gatien Bator Dalyan

Appreciation Due to Athens Service Safety Director Beckler

The Athens city Service Safety Director Fred Beckler is praised as the essential figure in municipal government. His remodeling of City Hall, upgrades to water and sewer systems, modern sewage plan, improved police and fire services, and plans for residential subdivisions show a near city manager scope. The piece argues for higher pay to attract capable successors, noting annexation and future utilities work will demand strong leadership.

Fred Beckler City of Beckler Athens Richland

Economic forecast notes risks and rules for future growth

A US News & World Report interview with economist Murray Shields highlights a stronger banking system yet warns that depressions, though not imminent, can be prevented. He urges tight money, balanced taxes, and a public works shelf while noting human tendencies to overspend in boom times and underinvest in downturns. He stresses prudence and reserves to weather possible shifts. The piece also notes near record production and capacity constraints in basic materials.

U. S. News & World Report Murray Shields Shields

Dulles Urges Stepped Up Aid and Unity in Cold War Policy

Washington notes reveal Secretary Dulles urging stronger foreign aid and military backing to block Soviet expansion. He asserts U.S. initiative in the Middle East, cautions against chasing Soviet offers, and supports a long range foreign aid plan while stressing the need to wake up to intensified global competition and manpower limits.

Ous Dulles United States Truman Fone Middle East Asia Eisenhower Eisenhow Wak Ily Russia State Department United Nations

Long term planning stabilizes economy amid price swings

Planning by major and minor firms shifts toward long range goals to smooth the business cycle. Despite uncertain markets and elections, companies aim to invest about 7 billion in new plants and equipment in 1955 first half, with steel and oil sectors planning capacity for years ahead. Detroit auto makers GM Ford and Chrysler maintain large expansion spend even as near term output may dip.

Dawson New York Detroit General Motors Ford Chrysler

Scientific Dating Bureau Proposed by Dr Crane

Dr George W Crane outlines a plan for a centralized Scientific Dating Bureau to pair professional singles. He describes confidential questionnaires, medical verification, and limited local matching within 300 miles, aiming to create many “happy marriages” annually while noting ethics and cost elements.

America O. K

Mantissa and the Sea: Kaul's Night of Navigation

Kaul battles confusion with Bowditch and the Nautical Almanac then masters celestial navigation. He clings to a sextant as a cold sea drags him overboard, is hauled back aboard by Bothwick, Alfy, and Naish, and is finally cloaked in warmth aboard the ship.

Kaui Bowditch Bothhwick Bothwick Tate Mantissa Jaeger Kaul Robert Carl Jeager Naish Alfy Beedle Alty

Parkinson's disease described and advised by doctor

Dr Jordan explains possible early signs of shaking palsy in a wife, urges medical diagnosis, discusses cause theories and typical progression, notes prevention uncertain, outlines treatment aims to relieve symptoms and improve life quality.

Euwin F Jordan

Laurel Run LAURE mux Mrr and Mrs Delmar Bartoe Visit

Mrs.Delmar Bartoe of Columbus and Mr. and Mrs. Bartoe spent a Sunday with Mrs. Clara Gleason, who then visited them at home. Ardilles Dale Arnold and Mr Pleasant of Michigan were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Wolfe and Mrs. V R Wolfe. Friday evening Mr and Mrs Charles Wood and Rennie called on Mr and Mrs Orville Burguess. Clarence Patton visited Mrs W R Wolfe. The Friendly Neighbor Club met with Mrs Warren Showers, hostess for dinner. next meeting will be with Mrs Clarence Patton on Jan 19. Mrs Lawrence Wolfe.

Laure Mux Delmar Bartoe Columbus Clara Gleason Ars Clarence Patton W. R. Wolfe Friendly Neighbor Club Warren Showers

Stars Say Yor Tomorrow Horoscope Message

The passage urges taking initiative to advance interests and notes stellar cooperation from those who can help. It highlights late afternoon as good for action on postponed projects and planning for future security. It mentions a vocational opportunity within six months and promising chances if effort is made.

Teen Drivers Criticized For After Dark Accidents

Los Angeles report cites Dr. Elmer Hess of Erie president of the American Medical Association urging restrictions on teen drivers after dark. He pins most after dark crashes on teen motorists and also criticizes slow, cautious drivers on highways as a contributing factor.

Los Angeles Elmer Hess American Medical Association Hess Erie

Radio Programs Fete Daily Commentary Features

Radio program notes celebrate a Daily Commentary segment with featured host and guest speaker. Details remain unclear but reflect a festive media event and scheduling notes for a local station.

Saturday January 14 events in the area

Readable fragments point to local happenings dated Saturday January 14 with regional notices and possible community events. Names and exact details are unclear but imply civic or cultural activities in the area.

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