Newspaper Carrier Rates and Political Rhetoric in 1940s Athens
The article discusses mail subscription rates and carrier delivery in Athens, notes second class matter status, and reflects on political debate about federal bureaus and employment. It quotes concerns over public payrolls and the need to keep workers employed amid layoffs while criticizing government waste and the Hoover-era “outlaws” framing.
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pkLiveken
OG Vy R
Wang
Wen See
Athens
Ubio
Postoffice
Simpkins
Gang of
Hoover
Ohio
Truman
Taft Opposition Frames Atlantic Pact as Dangerous Commitment
The article presents Senator Robert A. Taft’s arguments against the Atlantic Treaty, view it as a peacetime arms buildup and a commitment to defend multiple nations at American expense. It cites his stance on possible wartime scenarios and his preference for targeted aid over broad obligations.
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Robert A. Taft
Taft
Russia
Europe
Norway
Denmark
Holland
Italy
France
England
Greece
Turkey
Germany
Keep Em Sweet Hoover Plan Cuts Federal Jobs
The piece argues President Hoover favors a painless reduction of federal employment by letting vacancies remain, avoiding mass layoffs. It cautions against worsening unemployment and urges Congress to respond to public sentiment about trimming government payrolls without harming efficiency.
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Hoover
Uncle Sam
Your Car And You Traffic Safety Message 1949
Ohio motorists face rising registered vehicle totals and preventable accidents due to faulty driving and unsafe cars. The Ohio State Patrol and Chiefs of Police association run a July safety check urging owners to inspect vehicles and fix defects, offering a 1949 Traffic Check Sticker after inspection.
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Ohio
Ohio State Patrol and Chiefs of Police Association
Eugene T. Weatherly
Cincinnati
George Mingle
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Plan for School Lunch Programs Needs Local Action
The article urges immediate planning for school noon meals as many children lack proper food at home. It notes former relief and New Deal impacts, calls for dedication to implement warm balanced meals funded by government surpluses, and stresses that someone must organize and carry the project through.
Congress Faces Move to Raise Minimum Wage in 1949 Ending Summer Session
The Nation Today reports a renewed Congress debate on raising the minimum wage from 40 cents to 75 cents and extending coverage to more businesses. It notes the 1938 law setting wage floors, who is covered, and the potential impact on about 5 million more workers if enacted, with Truman urging action for higher wages and broader protection.
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Washington
Congress
Truman
Theaw
Anuied
Zipmen
Tuberculosis and Genius by Dr Moorman Explores Links Between Disease and Talent
Dr Louis J Moorman argues tuberculosis can carry both physical decline and mental stimulation in a study of famous victims. He notes that great works by Stevenson Schiller Bashkirtseff Mansfield Voltaire Moliere and others appear tied to their illness. The author also suggests modern treatments may allow many patients to recover and live near normal lives. A reader asks about a two year old with persistent chest cough and sweating during crying. the answer cautions not to neglect chronic coughing.
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Edwin P. Jordan
Louis J. Moorman
Oklahoma City
Okla
Robert Louis Stevenson
Friedrich Schiller
Marie Bashkirtseff
Atharine Mansfield
Voltaire
Moliere
Francis Thompson
Shelley
Keats
Ralph Waldo Emerson
St. Francis of
Monotony of modern lifeirks Wilbur Peeble
Hal Boyle presents Wilbur Peeble tired of routine from alarm to office grind. He envies variety, notes everyone eats the same meal, and imagines a bustling world beyond the sameness. He reassures his wife Trellis Mae they are a different couple.
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New York
Wilbur
Ala
Trellis Mae
Thassa
Honex
Mag
Big Ape
Quiz Hall by Wilton B Hall
Test of general knowledge with ten multiple choice questions and a scoring guide. Contains varied topics from geography religion to radio characters and biblical verses.
Neighborly Club meets at Mrs. Hawk home in Carbon Hill
The Neighborly Club gathered Tuesday evening at Mrs. Florence Hawk's home. Members present included Anna Coe Vivian Spencer Gloria Deval Rosella Shaw Lora Campbell Iva Mae Winigman Ella Deval Euva Winigman Venus Dane and Mrs Blanch Bateman who is slowly improving after a recent hospital admission.
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Y Carbon Hill
Carbon Hill
Florence Hawk
Anna Coe
Vivian Spencer
Gloria Deval
Rosella Shaw
Lora Campbell
Iva Mae Winigman
Ella Deval
Euva Winigman
Venus Dane
Blanch Bateman
Hocking Valley Hospital
Hyde Campbell
Ashland
Boftncie
William Justice
Lancaster
Bill Winigman
Ethel Levins
Columbus
William Coe
Tim Dane
Phyllis
Orray City
Albert Phillips
Myrtlewatt
Aonica Gorski
Ktimere
Lieutaurine
Edwin Smith
Helen Arick
Jank Hawk
Helen Tawrs
Helen Hawk
Dorothy Spence
Clyde Hawk
Pattonville
Public Forum argues over gold reserve and U S bonds
A letter from Athens dated July 18 discusses the gold reserve policy since 1879, the panic of 193, and bond sales to buy gold. It warns that excessive debt interest could bankrupt the nation and calls for reform in U S fiscal policy.
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the Messenger
United States
U. S
U.S
Chas, E. Miller
Athens
Family questions missing son case in The Messenger
A reader writes from Nelsonville in July 18 to question editor C H Bartlett about a son missing for 22 days. The letter questions alleged details of the disappearance, delays in reporting, cost implications, and references to other cases, urging accountability and expressing grief.
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the Messenger
C. H. Bartlett
The
Sunday Messenger
Athens County
Mary Hartley
Nelsonville
Administrator Named Pomeroy in Ruth Weldon Estate
Probate records show Charles Sayre appointed administrator of the Ruth Weldon estate from Racine. The filing indicates court action to manage assets and settle claims following Weldon’s death.
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Pomeroy
Charles Sayre
Ruth Weldon
Racine
Surviving a War Fleeing Widow in a Canyon Caravan
Mrs Ryerson a wealthy widow flees an impending atomic war in two giant trailers. With Malone the cook, Rady the chauffeur, Victor the houseboy and the Marchese Dellacasa they seek refuge in a river canyon. The setting shifts from a mining town outpost to a secluded, peaceful camp as plans form.
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Ryerson
Cervante
Mrs. Malone
Mrs. Majone
Rudy
Victor
Mrs. Everson
Manufacturer Dies Pioneer Builder of Noted Trucks
Benjamin A. Gramm, 76, pioneer truck builder who developed a horseless carriage and later launched a manufacturing line. Once a bank teller in Chillicothe in 1898, his firm faced the 1907 depression. he opened a Bowling Green factory in 1908 and moved operations to Lima.
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Jam AP
Benjamin A. Gramm
Gramm
Chillicothe
Radio Program Schedule Highlights NBC CBS and Local Stations
A dense listing shows NBC WiW Cincinnati ABC Wool Columbus CBS WBNS Columbus WSAZ Huntington WPAR Parkersburg K MBS WHKO Columbus WMUA Marietta area stations with a full day of news, sports, music, dramas, Kiddies shows, and variety programs. Multiple repeats and regional timings span morning to late night.
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Nbc-Wiw
Cincinnati
Abc-Wool
Columbus
WSAZ
Huntington
Cbs-Wbns
Coumbus
WCHS
Charleston
WPAR
Parkersburg
KC Mbs
Nbe
Obs Network
Abc-East Kiddies
Abe- Weat
Mbs-Ea
Mbs-W
Abe
Ebe
Cbs
Mbs-East TV
Win
Ebs
Abe Fulton Lewis
Abe Nner
Mbs
Burke
Archie Andrews
Christo Firana
Hanan
Tven
Abe Family Theater
Abe T
Abe Canis
Cloa
Abe Newsreg
Abe Ews
Abe West
Abe Kate Smith
Npbe
Holy Wood
Abe Queen
Abe Bob Poole
Ane Mas Ree Ley Rew Arem
Bill Slater
Kay Kyser
Cbs Kiddies
West
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Wilton B. Hall
St. Louis
Boston
Cleveland
Philadelphia
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Presbyt Baptista G. Bright
New York City
Wall Street
42Nd Street
14Th Street
Charles J. Correll
Lum Amos Abner
Jesse James William FP
Cody
Uster
Burp
the Public Forum
MEA Service, Inc
Mildred Cram
Harwood White
By Galbraith
NEA Service, Inc
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Clevelandaires
Abc
Godfrey
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