Local Newspaper Advertising and Delivery Rates
In 1918 Athens Ohio rates are listed for daily and Sunday mail and carrier delivery. The Messenger Publishing Co notes subscriptions by week, month, and year with differing prices for Ohio and West Virginia and elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick W. Bush
THE
Messenger Publishing CO
Gordon K. Bush
John W. Webb
Charles W. Reamer
Ohio & W. Va
Athens
Ohio
Postoffice
Relief spending under fire from critics and politicians
A protective column argues relief programs and the politicians who profit from them distort aid, inflate costs, and undermine citizens' self sufficiency while delivering votes. It cites welfare abuses, inflation, and the role of agencies in distributing checks to sway elections, referencing figures and public figures.
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Saturday Evening Post
Ins
Uncle Sam
Youth takes stage as Democrats shape next ticket at convention
Trellis Mae Peeble writes from Chicago about the Democratic National Convention. She notes youth rising in the party and the prominence of Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr. and foretells a Stevenson-Russell ticket as a likely match against Eisenhower. She mentions a loyalty oath debate and personal events at the hall.
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Trellis Mae Peeble
America
Chicago
Wilbur
Barkley
Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr
Dean Alben
Roosevelt
Robert E. Lee
Stonewall Jackson
South
Kentucky
Blair Moody
G. Mennen Williams
Franklin D. Roosevelt, Jr
Young Franklin
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Veep
Gen
Eisenhower
Gov. Stevenson
Sen
Russell
Democrats claim 'You never had it so good' as campaign theme
Gov Paul A Dever and Sen Paul Douglas addressed the Democratic convention. Dever contrasted current gains with GOP era hardships while defending Democrats against Republican attacks. Douglas backed Truman Korea policy as GOP critiques persisted post convention.
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Chicago
Democratic Party
Paul A. Dever
Dever
GOP
Paul Douglas
Illinois
Douglas
Truman
Korea
New Mine Safety Act Sets First Week Probes
The federal coal mine safety act signed by President Truman takes effect this week with Northeastern inspections of about 2000 large underground mines. J J Forbes notes exclusions for strip mines and small ops, outlines enforcement on a limited scale, and highlights rock-dusting and stricter ventilation and fire protections.
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Truman
Bureau of Mines Department of the Interior
Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Maryland
Virginia
Kentucky
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
J. J. Forbes
Bureau
Congress
Forbes
Bureau of Mines
Wellston Captain Promoted to Rear Admiral in Navy Move
Captain John Sylvester of Wellston is among 30 captains chosen by the Navy for temporary promotion to rear admiral. He has been stationed in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations in Washington, D.C.
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John Sylvester
Wellston
Navy Sunday
Sylvester
Chief of Naval Operations
Washington
Bridge Estimate Set for Ohio State Highways
The State Highway Department announced an estimate of 7945 dollars to clean and paint 14 bridges in Athens Gallia Meigs Vinton and Washington counties. Low bidder Nick Scordof Martins Ferry bid 7880 dollars.
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State Highway Department
Athens
Gallia
Meigs
Vinton
Washington Counties
Nick Scordof
Martins Ferry
Nosebleeds in Children What Parents Should Know
Dr Edwin P Jordan explains causes of pediatric epistaxis from local irritation to hereditary vascular issues. Most nosebleeds stop with pressure cold compresses and rest. severe or recurrent cases warrant specialist and general evaluation.
I Cant Cry Now By Addie McElfresh
Katy Elmo sees her fear in a rearview mirror and drives away after Chris is killed. Deputy Dave Argus finds her shaken and he rushes to protect her. He sends her to his sister Emma Ward while he contacts help as the mystery deepens. To Be Continued.
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Katy Elmo
Chris
Katy
Ted
Agnes Jerome
Dave Argus
Emma Ward
Dave
Major
Faty
Pete
Emma
Argus
Radio Broadcast Schedule and Democratic Convention Coverage
A composite listing of radio stations in Ohio and surrounding states with AM and FM frequencies, plus a detailed hourly schedule of network programs and special coverage. The document notes Democratic convention sessions July 21 onward, with tentative times and cancellations if last minute changes occur.
Bluejays Attack Newton Residents End After Fatal Shots
In Newton Iowa several people were frightened by diving bluejays that buzzed and scratched victims. Police killed two birds then a local photographer Don Jennings was nicked twice while picking cherries. he shot the jay with an air pistol. Nearby, the Sunshine Workers Class led by Margaret Hopkins planned a Wednesday meeting at 7 PM in the Methodist Church basement with a pot luck.
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Newton
Don Jennings
Jennings
Sunshine Workers
Margaret Hopkins
Methodist Church
Tomorrow's Horoscope Teases Ventures and Risks
The forecast highlights initiative and exploration with potential new deals and experiments. It warns of possible financial losses and strained friendships, urging cautious, practical planning. Those born today may show bold ideas and talent but face financial hazards. A child born now may possess talent and optimism with risk.
Television Programs Note By Stations WLWC Channel 3
A listing of Wednesday and Thursday prime time schedules across stations WLWC WSAZ WTVN WRENS detailing news, convention coverage, variety shows, sports, soap operas, and The Ed Sullivan era style programs with multiple time slots and program changes.
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Larry Vincent
Dave Garroway
Capt. Glenn
Penny Prudens
New York
Hawkins Falls
Gabby Hayes
Howdy Doody
Joe Hill
Wsaz-Tv
Eddie Arnold
Godfrey and Friends
Garry Moore
Guiding Light
Mike and
Buff
Mel Torme
Nita
Indians
Yankees
Platter Playhouse
Prospector Bill
Wrens-Tv
Penny Arcade
D_ Edwards
Chet Long
Arthur Godfrey
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Beverley Baxter
London Evening Standard
Dean Acheson
Senate
President Truman
Billy Graham
United States
Alben W. Barkley
Hal Boyle
Texas
Trellis Mae P.S
World Today
By Galbraith
MEA Service
Edwin P. Jordan, M.D
Addie McElfresh
Coppright
MIA Service
Jon
NBC
WLW
Cincinnati
ABC
WCCL
Columbus
KWSAZ
Huntington
CBS
WBNS
WCHS
Charleston Coe
KMBS
WHKC
WMOA
Marietta
WPAR
Parkersburg
WATH
Whe-Che
Abombs East Kiddies
Abe
Abc News & Comment
Cbs News
Abc News & Commentary
Abc Men
S Corner
One Man's Family
Nbe
Cbs Evening
Abe Hearthstone
Postmark
Abc Music
Gildersleeve
Groucho Marz
Abe Johnny Dollar
Abe Mac McGuire
Godfrey
Mbs
Aftas
Mary_ Margaret McBride
Abe Ey
Bluejays
WLWC
Hob Nod
Sreh
Globe Trotter
Bill Zipf
Mike and Bull
Aunt Fran
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