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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1965

Page

6

Moderates Confront Conservative Takeover Threat Inside GOP

In Chicago moderates warn of a conservative purge within the Republican National Committee. They cite a private funds report showing $503,073 cash and a pending $506,832 for the National Television Committee. Ray Bliss seeks control, risking open conflict if militant conservatives are expelled.

Ray Bliss Burch Leland Kaiser San Francisco National Finance National Committee For Funds National Committee National Television Committee Los Angeles James Kilroy Television Committee Chicago

Local News Desk Staff Credits

Charles W. Reamer serves as editor with Mana. Robert L. Powers is news editor and Ronnie T. Yates handles classifieds as manager in the paper’s masthead.

Charles W. Reamer Mana Robert L. Powers Ronnie T. Yates

Athens Bypass Decision Opens Way For Final Planning

Athens faces an 18 month delay on bypass decisions as differing plans for an east by and Hocking River alignment compete with a state approved west bypass. Local leaders urge immediate action to advance the west plan, attract industrial growth, and align with Governor Rhodes emphasis on southeastern Ohio highway development.

Athens P. “Journal Binnie Hockings Co Ofoteae Ohio University Peecebeting & of Teat Athens West Rhodes Ohio Cee Povernamself

Great Society dream meets old New Haven trains

A fragmented column critiques the New Haven rail system noting antiquated rolling stock and slow progress. The piece contrasts capitalist influence with historic figures and questions a future for the Navy Yard amid dreams of large landing ports.

New Haven Jay Gould Jim Fisk Nes Devon Navy Yard Fat Sealy

Churchill as symbol of enduring hope and power

James Marlow reflects on Sir Winston Churchill as a timeless symbol of human resilience. He compares Churchill to Marathon Greeks and Napoleon, noting both limits and ideals, and cites his belief in a hopeful future grounded in virtue despite wartime savagery.

Sir Winston Churchill Lile Marathon Christ Hitler Churchill Napoleon Elba Waterloo India

Public Debate and Historical Echoes Stir County Meeting

A fragmented excerpt cites public servants loyal to the state and condemns Vitler's regime as cruel. It quotes Napoleon's biographers on his genius and a Kennedy remark praising Churchill for embracing danger and championing freedom and dignity.

Ios Hd Vitler Napoleon Kennedy Churchill

Dear Abby Old Jokes Aren't So Terrible After All

A reader writes about enduring affection for old jokes and recalls a long marriage and a widow reflecting on humor. The exchange notes that familiar stories can still entertain when told well and considers when to interrupt a teller.

Abby Daddy Uae

New Religion Gains Followers Across United States

A rising movement dubbed firesides blends worship serious talk and sociability with no ordained clergy. Its leaders describe it as a minority inclusive faith with core unity and hope to attract a broad American audience despite initial resistance.

Hu- Sears Guia Swiftepoken Sears Dark Eyes Ameri Inter

Alcohol Linked To Cancer Warns Public Health Service

HAL BOYLE notes rising cancer risk from heavy drinking as the U S Public Health Service reports and public concerns grow. The column blends quips with data on drinking, debt, and 1960s social issues while recalling historical moments and a note on youth reaching teenage status in 1964.

Florida Henry VIII Willie Sutton U.S Woman's Christian Temperance Union Oscar U.S. Public Health Service U.S. Congress New York City

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