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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1949
Page
4
The piece debates dependability of newspapers and information sources, arguing journalists strive for accuracy yet acknowledge occasional errors. It cites Roper's 112 county study noting Democratic gains among low and farm income voters in 1948 and cautions that a single election does not establish a long term trend.
Unpredictable Elmo Roper reviews Truman 1948 upset with a post mortem that offers no new explanations. He confirms that upper income voters stayed away and tended to favor GOP while lower income groups voted more Democratic, limiting a landslide.
A father asserts that restricting firecrackers and toy cannons robs children of a key Fourth of July tradition. He argues dangers exist in everyday activities and recalls past celebrations when bold fireworks brought community wakefulness, noting many injuries were minor and accidents now outpace earlier times.
The Reciprocity Trade Agreements Act, a 1930s cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy, may expire June 30 1949 unless Congress acts. President Truman urged renewal. the Senate delays threaten ongoing talks in France with 33 nations and risk disrupting approved tariff-cut deals.
Middleport Theodore Smith of Pomeroy was arrested by Chief C E Parker for speeding through the business district at 40 mph. He appeared before Mayor Sidney Russell and was fined $5 plus costs.
Hal Boyle extols New York as America and a grand, growing town where rich and poor alike strive for rights. He notes the city’s demicracy, contrasts with other cities, praises the Empire State Building rise, and envisions a future free of prejudice while welcoming all to its doors. He also mentions three major league baseball teams.
A list of trivia questions with multiple choice options for MEN TEEN AGERS and WOMEN groups. Includes scoring ranges and a scrambled answer key.
Dr Edwin P Jordan explains sunstroke and heat exhaustion, their distinctions, symptoms, and outcomes. He stresses prevention, radical treatment for sunstroke, slower onset for heat exhaustion, and notes recovery if kept alive two days, plus a question about diet and sinus infection with no supporting benefit found.
Mrs. Malone takes a job aboard a luxurious trailer home offered by Mrs. Everson to be a cook. The offer includes high pay and comforts in a remote setting as tension builds with hints of danger and intrigue. Victor, a Filipino crew member, greets Malone and comments on her audacity as the journey continues toward an uncertain destination.
Rev. Brunk preached his first sermon of the conference year at the Methodist church. He came from Cincinnati with his bride, parents, and an uncle and aunt, and will occupy the parsonage at Reedsville later. Miss Minerva Pryor registered at Ohio University Athens for the summer term.
A detailed tabulation of radio programs across stations in Cincinnati Columbus Huntington Parkersburg and Charleston with daily lines including news at six and seven, music features, dramas, variety shows and sports bulletins across NBC CBS ABC MBS and regional nets.
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