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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1947

Page

4

Reorganizing Committees Digenes Foreign Policy vs Defense

The piece argues Congress should keep separate foreign affairs and armed services committees. It warns against merging them, urging each to monitor policy, budgeting, and procurement while military plans anticipate all war scenarios. It cautions against diplomatic entanglement harming defense readiness.

House Senate Foreign Affairs Committee Senate Congress Army Navy Armed Services Armed Services Committee House Committee On Foreign Affairs State Department Appropriations Committee Secretary of State Armed Services Committees Marshall United States U.N Russia Moscow U.S Guam Japan

Medical Comment Column on Stomach Distress and Cancer Risks

Dr. William A. O'Brien explains that stomach discomfort may stem from organic disease or nervous factors. X ray shows many cases involve ulcer gall bladder issues or cancer. cancers block stomach emptying. Early evaluation with X ray is urged and the duodenal ulcer question answered: it does not turn into cancer.

Abandoning China Reflects U S Withdrawal From War Ties

The piece argues the United States should withdraw from China after failed reconciliation efforts between Chiang Kai-Shek and the Chinese Communist Party. It cites General Marshall's denunciation and critiques Stilwell and other ambassadors for backing a corrupt regime. It says postwar policy shifts toward letting internal factions clash to avoid wasted lives.

State Department Chiang Kai-Shek Communist Party George Marshall China United States Chenaalt Chiang America

Competitive economy hinges on store costs and competition

The piece argues prices should reflect operating costs, warns against chain store taxes, and champions retail competition as a consumer protection. It praises independent merchants for maintaining fair prices, service, and quality, while urging ongoing support for competitive markets.

An Asset to the Town The American retail system

The article extols the American merchandising system as a unique national asset. It praises merchants of all types for providing wide selections, fair prices, and equitable distribution even in shortages, noting their community involvement and competitive spirit. It concludes that U S stores are a dependable, stable community asset.

The prejudices of ignorance and interest

A quotable reflection contrasts the biases formed by ignorance with those chosen by interest. It notes that blind prejudices fade more readily than those we knowingly favor, underscoring human susceptibility to self interest.

Bancroft

Federal aid to education faces long hurdles in Congress

Peter Edson notes six legislative obstacles before any education aid can be considered. A White House stop order delays aid until universal military training costs are resolved, with costs rising to about 2 billion annually for veterans in training and education. Future funding hinges on Taft committee recommendations and a budget ceiling by mid February, shaping whether aid can pass next year.

Washington Congress Truman Senate Committee On Education and Labor Bureau of the Budget White House Patterson Joint Committee On Economic Report Robert A. Taft Ohio Joint Committee On Legislative Budget Capitol Hill

New Presbyterian Pastor Honored At Congregational Dinner

The Rev. O. C. Landrum was honored at a Wednesday evening dinner in First Presbyterian Church social rooms. Organizers Mrs. W. H. Morgan and Mrs. John Hutchinson led arrangements, while Peter H. Steenbergen served as toastmaster and guests registered. The program featured music and speeches praising the pastor who arrived from Montreal, N. C., in January to begin his work, with Mrs. John M. Roberts and Mrs. John Roberts performing the song Smilin Through.

Point Pleasant O. C. Landrum First Presbyterian Church W. H. Morgan John Hutchinson Peter H. Steenbergen Landrum Montreal N. C I. G. Colden James Rayburn Eugene Sterrett John M. Roberts Smilin John T. Roberts Louis Bateson William Steenbergen Raymond Allen R. B. Rothgeb

Driver Falls Asleep Triggered Viand Street Crash

Roosevelt Davis of Robertsburg told state police he fell asleep at the wheel while driving down Viand St Thursday morning. His truck hit a parked car owned by Clinton A. Mumma of Couch Apartments. Both vehicles were towed to a local garage. Sgt. Paul F. Thomas investigated. Davis works at Hobson Ohio and was returning home from work.

Point Pleasant Roosevelt Davis Robertsburg Viand St Clinton A. Mumma Couch Apartments Paul F. Thomas Davis Hobson Ohio

Rifle Team Formation Discussed by Mason County Club

A Mason County Red and Gun Club meeting in the City Building discussed forming a local rifle team. No decision was reached. the matter will be revisited at the regular meeting next Tuesday at 7 30 p m. Ed Foglesong cited advantages of forming a team and registering with the National Rifle Association.

Point Pleasant Mason County Red and Gun Club Ed Foglesong National Rifle Association

Board Case Appeal Report Is Questioned

A state newspaper note claims Mason County Board of Education appealed Judge Lewis H. Miller's ruling in the Sayre v. Board case. Report says two members L. L. Caldwell and C. C. Blessing acted without a formal board majority at a regular meeting. Minutes provided show no official appeal action.

Point Pleasant Mason County Board of Education Lewis H. Miller John P. Sayre L. L. Caldwell C. C. Blessing Messenger

13 Licenses Revoked Across Northeastern West Virginia

West Virginia beer commission revoked 13 social fraternal and patriotic licenses after state police raids. Clubs affected include the Moose Owls VFW and American Legion in Terra Alta the Eagles and Preston Country Club in Kingwood the Owls in Albright the Moose and American Legion in Webster Springs Woodmen of the World in Reedsville VFW in Masontown the Owls in Fairmont and the Negro Elks in Osage.

Point Pleasant West Virginia Beer Commission Moose, Owls VFW American Legion Terra Alta Eagles and Preston Country Club, Inc Kingwood Owls Albright Moose and Webster Springs Woodmen of the World Reedsville Masontown The Fairmont Negro Elks Osage

Reader Service Exercise Ad Promotes Hip Reduction

A home exercise program claims to reduce hip and thigh fat through targetted moves and brisk activity. It promotes a kneeled side bend routine and offers a booklet for 25 cents, listing other titles like Change Your Weight for Beauty's Sake and Know Your Government.

Athens Messenger W. 17Th St New York N. Y

Magistrate's Collections Decline From 45 Total

S. A. Simmons, justice of the peace at Point Pleasant, reports his office collected and turned over to Sheriff Ernest Hesson $2,650.32 in 1946, about $600 under 1945. January 1946 receipts were $311.36, and December fell to $87.90 as the year showed a downward trend.

Point Pleasant S. A. Simmons

School Band Party Slated

A party for members of the school band who attended the Huntington band festival last May will be held in the Junior High School cafeteria Saturday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Each band member may invite a guest. Guests will include Band Boosters Club officials, advisory council members, and teachers who chaperoned in Huntington. Mrs. Robert H. Ferguson chairs the arrangements, with Mrs. Guy Morrison, Mrs. Josie Dunn, Mrs. Lewis Faudree, and Mrs. Welby Casey as members.

Point Pleasant Huntington Office of the Band Boosters Club Robert H. Ferguson Guy Morrison Josie Dunn Lewis Faudree Welby Casey

Suspect in Crime Captured and Jailed

Wyatt Ward former Fraziers Bottom resident indicted two years ago by the Mason County grand jury for attempted criminal assault. He had been at large until Deputy Sheriff Toral Morrison captured him in Winfield and returned him to the Mason County jail.

Point Pleasant Wyatt Ward Fraziers Bottom Mason County Grand Jury Putnam County Toral Morrison Winfield Ward

Hartford Area Church Services Announced

Hartford pastor Rev. W. S. Fiber lists Sunday services at the Methodist Church with Church School at 9 30 a m Youth Fellowship at 6 30 p m and Evening worship at 7 30 p m New Haven Church School at 10 a m Graham Station Morning Worship at 9 a m Church School at 10 30 a m Youth Fellowship at 7 30 p m Letart Church School at 10 a m Morning Worship at 11 a m Midweek Prayer Service at Hartford and Graham Station Wednesday at 7 30 p m

Hartford Methodist Church W. S. Fiber New Haven Graham Letart Hartford and Graham Station

Herman Kimletz Taken To Marietta Hospital

Chauncey resident Herman Kimletz was removed from his Converse Street home to Osteopathic Hospital in Marietta by Stouts ambulance after a relapse in illness. His condition was listed as serious, with wife Judith accompanying him.

Chauncey Herman Kimletz Converse St Stouts Ambulance Osteopathic Hospital Marietta Kimletz Judith

Funeral Services Held For William E. Omen

Funeral services for William E. Omen 73 of Millfield were held Wednesday at the Millfield Methodist Church with the Rev. Gilbert Courtney officiating. Christine Brown Charles S. Bradfield and Helen Courtney sang three hymns as his brothers served as pallbearers.

Chauncey William E. Omen Millfield Millfield Methodist Church Gilbert Courtney Christine Brown Charles S. Bradfield Helen Courtney Mr. Omen

Plains Nazarene Church Ceremonies Announced

The Rev. J. N. Lakin will preach Sunday at 10 30 a m and 7 30 p m in The Plains Church of the Nazarene. Sunday School starts at 9 30 a m and Junior and Senior Young Peoples meeting at 6 15 p m. Midweek prayer service is Wednesday night at the church.

Chauncey J. N. Lakin Plains Church of the Nazarene

Combined Sunday Rites at Chauncey Church of God

The Chauncey Church of God hosts combined Sunday School and church service led by Pastor Clarence Way this Sunday at the Chauncey church. Preaching at 7 30 p m. A prayer service is planned Thursday night at the church.

Church of God Chauncey Clarence Way

Morristown Holiness Church Rites Listed

At Morristown Holiness Church Pastor Andrew McKinney will preach at 10 30 a m and 7 p m Sunday Sunday school at 9 30 a m and Young Peoples service at 6 15 p m Tuesday prayer service at the church and Thursday Cottage Prayer Meeting at 7 p m

Chauncey Morristown Holiness Church Andrew McKinney Young Peoples

Church of Christ Services Announced in Area Parishes

Sunday church services across Chauncey Trimble Taylor Ridge Millfield Greens Run noted. Preaching by Rev. Gilbert Courtney at Chauncey 10 30 a m and Taylor Ridge 2 p m. Richard Wilcox leads Millfield 10 30 a m Greens Run 9 30 a m. Church school communion youth fellowship at usual hour.

Chauncey Church of Christ Church School Christian Youth Fellowship Trimble Taylor Ridge Gilbert Courtney Millfield Greens Richard Wilcox

Charles Carfrey Preaches Sunday at Plains Methodist

CHAUNCEY Charles Carfrey pastor of The Plains Methodist Church will preach Sunday at 10:30 a m and 7:30 p m Sunday School 9:30 a m Youth Fellowship 6:30 p m

Chauncey Charles Carfrey The Plains Methodist Church

Pilgrim Church Chauncey Prepares Sunday Services

At the Pilgrim Church in Chauncey Sunday school starts 9 30 a m with preaching at 10 30 a m and 7 p m A prayer and praise service is set for 2 p m and a Young People's meeting at 6 15 p m The pastor Ray Pidcock is assisted by Hiram Mingus in the services.

Chauncey Pilgrim Church Ray Pidcock Hiram Mingus

VFW Meeting Tonight At Chauncey Post

Chauncey Dover Post of Veterans of Foreign Wars will hold a special meeting at 7 30 p m in its club rooms announced by Post Commander Ralph Coe. There will be no meeting of the post on Tuesday.

Chauncey Chauncey-Dover Post Veterans of Foreign Wars Ralph Coe

Youth Week Observed at Church of Christ Parish

The Rev. Gilbert Courtney announced Youth Week closing Sunday in CHAUNCEY. Youths will lead all Sunday services in church school and church except for the Lord's Communion and preaching.

Chauncey Gilbert Courtney Church of Christ

Dorothy Mc Donald to Speak on Stewardship at The Plains

Mrs. Dorothy Mc Donald will speak on Stewardship during Sunday morning worship at The Plains Methodist Church. The address is scheduled at the CHAUNCEY location.

Chauncey Dorothy McDonald Plains Methodist Church

Sinatra to take three week vacation from CBS series

Radio highlights note Frank Sinatra and sponsor settlement leaves a three week vacation instead of a Fall signoff. ABC adds a Saturday 1 p m weekly half hour Youth Asks the Government featuring Washington teenagers questioning officials. Evening schedules list NBC CBS ABC and MBS programs with varied dramas comedies and talk shows.

New York Frank Sinatra CBS ABC Washington

Saturday Radio Lineup With Multiple Network Specials

NBC CBS and ABC offer a full afternoon and evening slate with a percolator party at 9 a.m. and music programs including Dallas Symphony Philadelphia Orchestra Vaughn Monroe and Saturday Serenade. Opera and crime drama Murder and Mr Malone fill the later hours alongside educational segments and variety shows.

NBC Dallas Symphony Judy Canova CBS Country Journal Philadelphia Orchestra ABC Metropolitan Opera Cleveland Orchestra F. H. LaGuardia

Mazon Council to Host Benefit Party Tonight

Mazon Council and the Degree of Pocahontas will hold a benefit party at the Millfield D of P lodge hall tonight at 7 30 p m announced by Mrs Clara Theisen. The event seeks community support with a social gathering in the village venue.

Chauncey — Mazon Council Degree of Pocahontas Millfield D

John Van Ness Moved From Home to Columbus Hospital

Mrs J S Vanness reports her husband John Van Ness, previously gravely ill at his Sand Ridge home, has been transferred to a Columbus hospital for further treatment after two weeks of serious illness.

John Vanness Chauncey J. S. Vanness John Sand Ridge Columbus

Also Mentioned on This Page

David Lawrence National Dispatch House of Representatives Foreign Affairs House Armed Services Committee Foreign Affairs Committee William A. O'Brien Peter Edson Point Pleasant News New Presbyterian Board Hartford Area Marietta Hospital Plains Nazarene Church of Christ Services Methodist By Galbraith Paul Lavalle Alan Young Meredith Willson Ginny Simms Moore and Duerante FBI Harold Green Pete Mead MBS Burl Ives Mazon Council
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