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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1952

Page

4

God Minds College Students Rise at Iowa University

Dr. M Willard Lampe, 68, head of Iowa University's School of Religion, reports growing religious interest among college students. He notes a quest for life meaning over orthodox forms, with over 2000 students in religious classes and the Iowa plan inspiring other tax-supported schools.

Iowa City University of Iowa M. Willard Lampe America Lampe Iowa University School of Religion College of Liberal Arts Dr. Lampe Iowa American College

Eisenhower cabinet sketches and 1952 election outlook

The piece sketches Dwight Eisenhower as a frugal Midwestern conservative with a strong cabinet slate including John Foster Dulles as Secretary of State and Earl Warren as Attorney General. It forecasts Hoffman, Clay, and others, argues for a shift from New Deal to No Deal, and urges independents to vote. It contrasts Eisenhower with Truman Roosevelt and Truman era faults.

Dwight Eisenhower Mid-West Truman Roosevelt Eisenhower Richard Nixon John Foster Dulles Dulles Earl Warren Lucius Clay Stevenson Russell Trumandom

Industrial demand and strikes shape 1952 outlook

June industrial output fell to a near two year low due to the steel strike with cutbacks rising as stocks dwindle. Demand shows pockets of strength in retail and home furnishings while construction remains high. Forecasters warn of potential new strikes yet note gains in public works and overall construction spending. The piece also cites easing credit controls as a factor in retail uplift.

Federal Reserve Board Bureau of Labor Statistics

TV era tests conventions and the gaze of viewers

Washington notes compare coast to coast telecasted conventions with the first ever TV eye in Chicago. Analysts predict smoother technicals for Democrats but warn tradition remains, as delegates defer late arrivals and key nominating moments unfold with TV influenced pacing.

Washington Chicago

Dems Will Match Heavy Ike Campaign Expenses

The piece reports Ike Eisenhower’s 1952 primary and convention spending possible totals, with estimates reaching roughly a million for his campaign and tens of thousands daily on ads and events. It notes Democratic funds and Hatch Act limits, plus MacArthur health observations and Carlson’s role in Ike’s fair play strategy.

Chicago NEA Ike Eisenhower Chicago Stockyards Republican National Committee Howard Peterson Philadelphia Eisenhower Peterson Taft Ike Blackstone Theater Ben Tate Tate Earle Warren Harold Stassen General MacArthur Democratic National Committee Sen Frank Carlson Kansas General Eisenhower Senator Carlson Denver

Television Listings for WLW and Affiliates Include Daytime and Nighttime Blocks

Broadcast schedule notes stations WLW channel 3 WSAZ TYV channel 5 WBNS channel 10 with a long list of daily programs from 6:00 pm to 5:45 am including News Weather Captain Video Sheriff and various dramas game shows and childrens programs. Also lists day and night time lineup for Wednesday and mentions changes by stations.

Nita University of Air Golden West Platter Playhouse Captain Video Wbns-T Penny Arcade Jack Buck Doug Edwards Chet Long Fum City Hospital TV Weatherman Florascope Music Hall TV Presents News Arthur Godfrey Garry Moore Mike and Buff Abe-Dhs Abe-Mbs-East Kiddies Abe-Mbs-Weat Sporta Pbe Cba Abe News Cbs Abe Cbe Abe News & Commentary Mbe Abee News Mbs Ate Silver Gabriel Eatter Cbs Evening Newsree Vincent Lopez Abe Jimmy Carroll Barrie Craig Abe Mr Mrs. North Cbe Kathi Norris Abe Dr Kildaire Abee Steve Allen Cbs Mysterious Traveler Abec Cbs News & Music Kenton Nbe Dance Cbs Orchestra All Nets Abc-Mbs-East Abc-Mbse Cbs News Cbs Evening Gordon MacRae Abe Hornblower Henry Taylor Barlow Rex Maupin Voorhees Cbs Whiteman Paul Lavalle Abe Steve Allen Abe Win Elliot Quis Cbs Time For Defense

Public Forum urges action to restore Gibbs Cemetery

Athens residents urged preservation of Gibbs Cemetery beside the Athens Country Club. The private site holds Revolutionary War veterans Major Caleb Gibbs and Alexander Fulton among others, with neglect evident. The writer calls on township trustees and civic groups to fence and maintain the historic ground and seeks contact for help.

the Messenger Gibbs Athens Country Club W. E. Peters Athens County Caleb Gibbs Fulton Northwest Territory Major Gibbs Loamia Loamia Fulton Alexander Township Alexander Fulton Lowrys Goodspeeds Sheldon Gibbs Alice Fulton Alice Fulton Gibbs Robert D.A.R

Direct Vote for Presidency Urged by Miller

Charles E. Miller argues that direct public vote should nominate both parties' presidential candidates. He contends conventions enable mass psychology, wire pulling, and logrolling, often producing nominees not reflecting majority will. Athens July 14.

the Messenger United States Charles E. Miller Athens

Tomorrow’s dramatic forecast for romance and windfalls

The Stars Say predicts a day of sudden, memorable events focused on romance, social arts and home life. Expect honors, favors, or a windfall with a celebratory mood shaping personal milestones for birthdays and couples, plus symbols of appreciation and joyful family moments.

Katy Elmo in a murder mystery cliffhanger

Katy Elmo faces suspicion as she recalls Agnes Jerome's murder and Chris Elmo's death. Sheriff Ledbetter and Deputy Argus press for answers while Katy fears being blamed for both killings, unsure who killed Link Murphy. She recalls two earlier conversations with Agnes and contends she did not kill either man.

Katy Dave Argus Kathy Chris Elmo Agnes Jerome Major Dave Chris Old Link Murphy Agnes Miss Jerome Johnny Johnny Jerome Link Murphy Henry Ledbetter Katy Elmo Ledbetter Murphy's Army

Matchbook Relic Honors Lindbergh Flight Valued at $100

New York items note a matchbook from a Hotel Astor luncheon honoring Charles Lindbergh after his New York to Paris non stop flight. Brooklyn hobby shop owner Tom Torrent values the piece at 100 dollars but will not sell.

New York Amor Charles Lindbergh Hotel Astor Ne York Paris Tom Torrent Brooklyn

Radio Schedule Marks Many Stations Across Ohio and West Virginia

A scanned radio guide lists NBC WLW Cincinnati and other stations in Columbus Huntington Parkersburg Athens and Gallipolis with frequencies. It details Monday through Friday noon to 1 pm and 6 to 9 pm programming including News, Talk, Dramas, Music, and specialty shows such as The Wax Works and News Commentary.

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

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