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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1961
Page
4
Editors praise dedicated, homey reporting that focuses on everyday life and neighbors rather than sensational crimes. The piece extols local writers who capture community stories and keep readers connected to familiar faces and small towns.
Three firms announced plans to start small industrial operations in Athens and Pomeroy, creating about 45 new jobs. The investments signal renewed confidence as builders and highway contractors target a 30 mile market, with Meigs County hopeful for steel plant reactivation and local civic leaders praised for initiative.
Washington commentator Richard Starnes warns the system's funding lags as $360 billion in future benefit obligations loom over $20 billion in bonds. He cites a pensioner who paid $40, drew $13,490, while younger workers pay more than they can take out. Senator Byrd opposes compulsory medical service, fearing socialized medicine and possible bankruptcy of the trust fund.
A column notes Ambrose Bierce and his sharp definitions in the Citadel Press Collected Writings. highlights bite and humor as examples like Absolute and Alliance. Mr. Bierce toured Mexico in 1913 to cover Pancho Villa, last heard from 1914 as two-part feature continues.
Dear Abby answers letters on bus seating gender roles and name changes. She advises on decency and practical humor about marriage and dancing, noting healthy expectations and urging tact in social etiquette.
Dr. George W. Crane argues for memorials that fund swimming lessons and youth programs. He cites Jack B., a 16 year old who drowned after building a raft, estimating society loses 200000 dollars per life. He urges donations to YMCA CYO Camp Fire Girls and church youth activities plus booklets on youth sex problems and conversation.
Bennett Cerf counts seven baseball paths to reach first base without a hit and notes a pitcher yielding six straight base hits without a baserunner. Berra lists methods while at Toots Shor’s, and Stein spots a swanky Hollywood Chinese restaurant with French cookie notes.
George Sokolsky discusses how dollars leave the U S not in cash but via bank transfers and credits. He warns about tax havens in Switzerland and the narcotics trade centered in Naples. He urges tougher enforcement and a reduction of civilian experts abroad to protect the dollar and national defense.
A study of 574 high school students shows most begin dating before 16 with girls dating earlier than boys. About three-fourths seek parental permission for first dates, and time limits typically 10 pm on weekdays or midnight. Parents differ by gender, car access, and dating rules.
Mr and Mrs Homer Mason of Logan Route 4 announce the birth of a daughter Lori Anne on Tuesday January 17 at 10 09 a m in Mount St Mary Hospital Nelsonville The baby has a brother Mitch age 3 Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Frank Mason of Logan and Mr and Mrs Harry J Lehman of Gore Route 1 Jerome.
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