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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1949
Page
4
Established 1826 publication details submitted by The Weekly Messenger Publishing Co. lists delivery options and mailing rates for daily Sunday and weekly editions. It notes carrier and mail rates for various regions and adds this notice under 1918 postal act.
The piece rails at rising government spending and deficits under President Truman and the 81st Congress, arguing for socialist-leaning tendencies, higher taxes, and more federal control while criticizing the Fair Deal. It notes university enrollment shifts and gratitude toward Athens residents who housed students.
The piece reflects on enrollments at Ohio University from 1946 to 1949, noting a peak during the veteran rush and a later downturn of about 3500 students in summer term. It describes crowded classes and housing, complaints about charges, and overall student satisfaction despite space strains.
The article argues President Truman should pick a active judge with substantial bench experience for the Supreme Court vacancy after Justice Murphy. It notes several current justices lack long judicial service, cites Vinson Rutledge Black Frankfurter Douglas Jackson Reed Burton, and urges a candidate with more than six years on the bench.
Hal Boyle offers tips for frugal visitors exploring New York. See the city’s free and cheap sights from skyline views to theater boxes, museums, and iconic streets. He notes timing for meals and tickets, subway rides, and asks readers to rely on locals and cops for help.
Edwin P. Jordan M D notes that mental aging varies and senility develops gradually. He advises calm acceptance, uses of memory aids, and family support to ease the burden on elderly individuals and caregivers.
Reader quiz with sections for men women and teenagers. Questions cover time zones U S history geography physiology famous natives and scouting slogans. Answers appear garbled at end but the item presents a period style classroom quiz card.
George Sargent and his 15-year-old son Alfred were set to play at the opening of the new Jackson Country Club. Also noted: a birth at the McArthur home of Mr and Mrs John Smathers, and pension examination for Spanish American War veteran Benjamin G Van Dyke by the Vinton County medical board.
George H. Bender responds to Dann O. Taber on efforts to place an office type ballot before Ohio voters. He explains support from the League of Women Voters and cites his Senate proposals, party dynamics, and Cleveland’s voting history to argue the change would improve candidate evaluation and strengthen the two party system. Cleveland July 22.
A wealthy widow Mrs Everson flees atomic war risk with servants in two trailer homes. She holds a dinner in Canyon country, then a night attack leads to a jewel theft by Rudy. Mrs Everson is left injured and dependent on loyal aid as authorities are alerted. The story continues.
The Nation Today reports President Truman urged Congress to approve arms for Western Europe to deter Russia and halt Communist expansion. The debate centers on how much to send and timing, with supporters arguing immediate aid is needed and critics warning it could provoke war or be wasted if allies cannot use it.
A detailed grid lists Cincinnati Columbus Huntington and Parkersburg stations with 6 PM to 12 AM programs. Includes news, sports, music, soap drama, variety shows, detective and mystery plays, and late-night dance music across NBC CBS ABC MBS networks.
The page lists July 27 radio programming by hour with breakfast shows Bob Poole Show Say It With Music and channels CBS and NBC. Programs include The Clevelandaires Hour of Serials Kate Smith Half Hour and Queen for a Day with varying hosts and times across morning to afternoon blocks.
Reader letter from Logan New stating Charles E. Miller of Athens is back with forums after a hiatus. Praises Miller for logical clear contributions during times of strife and confusion and wishes luck to the Messenger.
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