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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1948
Page
4
A tribute extols the color and romance of his career, praising an American soldier whose sympathy never waned and whose deeds are deemed unparalleled in military history.
The author, a New Dealer, argues Truman should be re elected in 1948 citing Republican flaws at the Philadelphia convention. He condemns Dewey’s candidacy, asserts Dulles as secretary of state would risk war like commitments, and predicts a GOP controlled Congress harming national policy. He promises fuller reasons in subsequent columns.
The notice lists newspaper delivery options and pricing: carrier delivery daily and Sunday 25 cents weekly, Sunday only 10 cents weekly with advance payment to The Messenger. Mail rates apply in Ohio and West Virginia with monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual prices, plus out-of-state rates. Subscriptions and ads on application. Entered at Athens Ohio Postoffice as Second Class matter under Act of 1918.
The piece argues the 1952 presidential contest is effectively settled with Dewey and Warren favored over Truman and Barkley. It notes Truman supporters in Missouri feel pity while national voters oppose Stassen and the Truman wing. It urges a Republican win for reform in government, foreign policy, and price controls.
General John J. Pershing, famed commander of the United States Army, is honored as his long career ends. From Indian wars on the plains to Cuba, the Philippines, Mexico, and World War I, his life reads like a succession of campaigns and service to the nation. His marriage brought personal tragedy, yet he finished with four stars and a legacy alongside Washington, Grant, and Lee.
The author laments a continuing conference-table war over Berlin as Russia presses and the United States weighs tough words. With winter shortages and inflation tightening, the piece warns of possible withdrawal from Central Europe and bombing actions if diplomacy fails.
The article explains malaria’s global impact and how its spread depends on Anopheles mosquitoes. It notes Pacific Vivax as a serious form, the wartime experience, and the potential of DDT to destroy mosquitoes and help eliminate malaria worldwide.
Gallipolis notes the Rev J E Hakes will resume his pulpit after a three week vacation. His father Dr Joseph W Hakes has filled in and has been called to Lorimer Memorial Church Chicago. The Hakes family toured Indiana Michigan Canada and are now in Ocean City Maine en route home via New York City Atlantic City and Washington DC.
Sam Simmons argues Republicans denounce the special session as cheap politics while accusing President Truman of using a political stunt. He says the president ignores Democratic control history and urges postponing measures until after the election, warning such tactics erode constitutional institutions.
Carl Cooper of the Farm Bureau drives the Ohio Valley Second Frontier housing effort with cooperation from Ironton Jackson Wellston Athens and Pomeroy farm bureau units. WRFD radio plans a Gallia County week starting September 16 with daily civic and cultural broadcasts. Columbus Tractor endorses Rio Grande rehabilitation show and aims to field 80 of 105 tractors. Norwood Chevrolet supplies an official car. Firestone re-tires farm rubber. Ohio Bell donates 100. three miles of fence arrived from American Steel and Wire.
Gallia Academy High School hosts the annual donkey baseball game on July 23 at 8 p m. Funds support kiddie activities with sideshow features including a Lady Godiva race in vintage costumes. Glenn Campbell challenged Rotary for a service club championship. trophy details to be announced.
In Gallia County probate matters Emma Calhoun files to elect surviving spouse rights in Alva Calhoun estate. The Charles W. Walter estate reports inventory. Hearing set July 26 for Walter matter. Cora B. Rothgeb files for surviving spouse election in Rothgeb estate and inheritance tax petition finds no tax due. Distribution in kind ordered to Otto and Vita Allensworth as trustees under the will. Rothgeb report of distribution in kind approved and final distribution set for Aug. 15. Testamentary trustees Otto Rothgeb and Vita Allensworth appointed with no bond. Helen M. Miller guardianship third account slated for Aug. 15. Oscar Stapleton files to be guardian for Helen Gartin with hearing July 16.
The essay argues that easy does not achieve success or character. Hard work and conflict forge discipline, education, and faith, while indulgence and lax parenting hinder growth. A Williams College anecdote underscores resilience through adversity as essential. The author condemns easy living as incompatible with purposeful living and spiritual maturity.
A thief Marcus Sterling uses his wife Miriam’s diamond necklace as security for a $10,000 gambling debt to racketeer Harry Bindle. He stages a burglary to cover the theft and encounters a murdered wife, with maid Stella Nelson giving police crucial testimony.
The State Highway Patrol conducted a traffic check on Route 141 three miles south of Gallipolis. Investigators inspected 65 vehicles and issued 16 warnings as part of a daily effort to correct vehicle defects and reduce accidents.
Gallipolis Mr and Mrs Donald M Payne observed their nineteenth wedding anniversary with a family dinner at home Mr Payne serves on the staff of the GSI and is circulation director for the Messenger here
A dense listing of radio stations NBC CBS ABC and local affiliates across Cincinnati Huntington Columbus Charleston and Marietta detailing 6:00 to 11:30 schedule blocks. It lists news newscasts sports programs dramas variety music and specific show names like Phil Baker Quiz and Grand Ole Opry along with program blocks and times.
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