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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1952

Page

4

Hang On to Ideals in face of expanding executive power

The piece critiques the expansion of the federal executive, contrasting Truman and Roosevelt eras with founders' vision. It warns against government overreach, collectivization under conservation, and foreign influence on American thought while urging adherence to republic ideals and individual rights.

Roosevelt Congress Supreme Court Truman John Maynard Keynes Harold Laski Washington Europe Sumner Slichter Harvard Atlantic United States Western States American Republic America

Arm strong County Unique Case Highlights Federal Expenditures

A brief on Arm strong County South Dakota notes its population of 53 and the absence of Federal civilian employees. It cites 2 500 000 federal workers nationwide, with salaries totaling 8 500 000 000 last year and argues for reducing waste and duplication in government.

Armstrong County South Dakota Congressional Joint Committee On Washington

Hal Boyle On The Republican Convention Aboard In Chicago

Wilbur Peeble reports a fast paced convention scene with Taft Eisenhower and Stassen buttons in his wife Trellis Mae letters. Delegates speculate on uncommitted status while TV mixes up candidates and a strip club visit adds irony to the partisan event. Milk costs 36 cents in Chicago.

Wilbur Peeble America Trellis Mae Chicago Taft Ike Warren Stassen MacArthur Harry Yale Supreme Court Pennsylvania Conrad Hilton Fellows Taft Eisenhower Stessen Abraham Lincoln Gen. Grant

MacArthur headlines at GOP convention sparked mixed reception

General Douglas MacArthur delivered the keynote at the Republican convention in New York and flew back after a 57 minute speech. He floated possible roles if Eisenhower and Taft falter, while some delegates appeared cool, signaling a divided reception among the crowd.

James Marlow Chicago Douglas MacArthur New York Eisenhower Sen Taft Congress Truman MacArthur

Polio Facts and Prevention From Doctor Edwin Jordan

Doctor Edwin P. Jordan discusses polio risks and the hopeful outlook for recovery. He explains transmission via nasal and throat discharges, stresses early diagnosis and hospitalization, and offers practical prevention like fly control and limiting unnecessary contact while schools remain open.

Public Forum Letter Critiques Ohio Methodism Leftward Shift

Harry R. Barnes of Middleport attacks Ohio Methodism for drifting left citing Lakeside Conference support for firing MacArthur and opposition to banning Communist advocacy. He questions church officials, endorses isolationist and anti international governance views, and mocks future electoral ticket ideas. He urges church trustees to allow free love advocacy at Heath Church, arguing such advocacy would harm the US less than Communism.

the Messenger Ohio MacArthur Nam Werner Heath M. E.church United States Henry Wallace Eleanor Roosevelt Whole Ox Harry R. Barnes Middleport

Ache son Apologetic A debate on Korea policy and allied informants

A June 27 column argues that criticism of Secretary of State for not warning Britain before bombing North Korean power plants misreads the Korean police action. It notes allied casualties and urges informing and coordinating with Ethiopia, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, while recalling Omar Bradley’s secrecy.

the Messenger Acheson Knowland Bridges Great Britain New Hampshire California Korea Ethiopia Australia Canada United Kingdom Turkey Letart Falls Omar Bradley U. S. Chiefs of Staff

Adonis Leads Early in Atwater Stakes Build-Up

Rusty Sloan rides Adonis in a warm-up race before the Atwater Stakes as Johnny Hamilton and Nyström debate plans. Adonis opens a clear early lead, while Carol bets modestly and the stable contends with finances from recent sales and claims.

Rusty Sloan Johnny Hamilton Rusty Kovak Johnny Atwater Stakes Adonis Nystrom Carol Madrid Hamilton Honey Unc

TV Station Schedules Note Changes For Week

A garbled listing shows WLWC WSAZ WTVN WBNS TV guide slots from 6:00pm to 4:45pm with multiple programs and errors. Readers see convention coverage news sports youth shows and classic dramas across channels and dayparts, with several misprints and unclear times.

Astrological Forecast and Local News Briefs From Oregon and Dayton

The forecast notes a positive shift in obstacles due to clever insight and cautious signature of documents while warning against false leads. A birthday outlook cites relief from stagnation and potential progress with prudent contract review. A tragedy from Dayton reports Calvin Cole, 75, fatally burned when his clothing ignited from a brush fire in a dump load, amid Oregon's population growth context.

Dayton Calvin Cole

Radio Schedule and Convention Coverage Across Ohio

Radio listings show NBC WLW Cincinnati and ABC WCCL Columbus among stations with daily noon to 1 PM and evening blocks. NBC coverage extends to republic convention sessions from July onward, with regular programs canceled if needed. The lineup includes news, sports, dramas, talk, and kid's programming across networks with regional affiliates in Columbus Huntington Parkersburg Athens WMOA Marietta Gallipolis and more.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCCL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston MBS WHKC Other WMOA Marietta WPAR Parkersburg WATH Athens Gallipolis WOUI Republiicas

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