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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1960
Page
4
Defense Secretary Gates argues U S military capability remains superior but questions resource allocation for maintaining an edge. Inflation cuts purchasing power and the 1960 budget would fall to about 8 percent of GNP, below current levels, prompting congressional scrutiny.
A major Eastern railroad reverses years of cuts by pledging no further passenger-service reductions. New policy targets higher patronage on main lines and branches. Baltimore and Ohio and Erie railroads also cut fares up to 14 percent, easing commuter travel and reducing road congestion.
The piece notes how short forms and nicknames dominate political headlines. It discusses Ike and FDR as natural fits for Eisenhower and Roosevelt, and questions whether names like Jack, Stu, Lyndon, Hubert, Adlai, and Dick carry the presidency vibe or fit headline space.
The piece lists dozens of annual events and weeks for 1960, noting 650 holidays to observe and joking about nonstop celebrations. It cites new entries like National Barefoot Freedom Week and National Guitar Week while covering months from February to December with various observances and quirky notes.
The piece notes public ignorance on defense, cites Eisenhower and Gen Maxwell Taylor diverging views, and points to budget debates. It mentions Eisenhower’s claim of expertise, Taylor’s book criticizing defense planning, and questions over the B70 bomber amid missile advances.
A collection of Dear Abby letters discusses why men favor childhood nicknames, television as a marital aid, teen crushes, adolescence, and where weddings should take place. Readers weigh in on naming, love, and tradition with Abby's responses.
Earl Galbraith, 12, avoided a fight after a schoolmate threatened to knock his teeth out. Galbraith replied that his teeth cost $600 and his father would not approve of the violence.
The Dow Jones average started the year at a record high then fell, with 60 stock index down in ten of fifteen days. Analysts cite selective activity, rising bond yields, and Eisenhower budget aims as factors dampening enthusiasm despite strong earnings and rising production.
Ennis Day jokes that most visitors to Las Vegas gamble while noting wholesome diversions like shows and golf. He mocks efforts to remove such “undesirable” elements and recalls a far reaching question about risking harm in Troy. A Boston biologist’s giraffe swordfish cross is also mentioned.
Hartford residents hosted the January gathering of the Adult Bible class of Hartford Baptist Church at the McClungs home. Plans for Bible studies aimed at March evangelical services were discussed along with a business session. Guests included Rev Hoover and others while refreshments followed. Pvt. Hubert W. Gibbs visited from Fort Bliss Texas before returning to duty.
A man recounts a summer weight loss contest proposed by his son Daniel. He follows a dehydration diet claiming 10 pounds in 10 days, detailing meals and daily liquid intake, and notes a 4 week total loss of 15 pounds ending August 16. He promises a booklet to readers with the method.
Marie Alexander spends time with grandchildren as Alexander family visits Florida after a prize. Relatives visit rome includes O E Russe and others. Addie Strausbaugh dies with burial in Memorial Cemetery on State Route 360. Ruth Searberry from Glenwood stays ten days with Worthy and wife.
The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday editions with single copy and subscription prices. Mail rates vary by region including Ohio West Virginia and U S possessions with multiple plans and durations.
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