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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1954

Page

4

Congress improves on appropriations despite noise

The piece notes that Congress is ahead on seven of eleven annual funding bills with substantial cuts from President Eisenhower’s requests, especially in the military budget, while foreign aid remains the sticking point. It also highlights Geneva’s cloak and dagger atmosphere with widespread espionage activity and surveillance.

Congress House Senate Eisenhower Capitol Hill

County road work limited by funds as heavy traffic damages streets

Athens County's plan to blacktop and widen roads faces funding limits. Heavy coal and freight trucks wear surfaces faster than state and federal avenues, leaving some routes untreated. Officials warn continued neglect could degrade county roads and strains on local taxpayers persist. The piece cites broader debates on infrastructure funding and references biblical excerpts and public commentary.

Athens State of Ohio Atory Uncle Sam Athens County

Teens to Vote in 1956 Prompt Civic Battle

Dr George Crane urges American business leaders to engage 7,000,000 youths turning 21 in 1956. He proposes inviting high schoolers to luncheon clubs, offering essay and speech prizes, and letting teens manage family budgets to foster practical business understanding and patriotism. He emphasizes countering leftist bias in schools and shaping mature views on democracy.

Republic Rotary Kiwanis Lions Exchange Civitan Uncle Sam America

Des Moines Drag Strip Drama Ends With Warning

In Des Moines Ricky and friends drift into town for a night of high hopes and danger. A meek police officer detains Ricky and orders departure by nine, warning harsher punishment if laws are broken again. Ricky returns to his crew and plans a late run while nursing a growing resentment.

Ricky Twelfth Street Towa Des Moines Lsten Jerry Chub Link Sherm

Dr Jordan’s Medical Advice Column Highlights Skin and Nerve Ailments

A reader asks about ringworm misdiagnosis and a doctor explains the fungal nature of dermatological infections and to avoid self treatment. Another asks about phlebothrombosis risk from prolonged standing with a note on Dr Kurt Schumacher. Dupuytren’s contracture is discussed with heredity and surgical options, plus reassurance after a car accident during pregnancy.

Edwin P. Jordan Kurt Schumacher Dupuytren the Inquirer

Stars Say For Tomorrow Horoscope Outlook

The restrictive past week fades and you will find friends and business associates in a genial mood. Expect cooperation to advance postponed plans and enjoy evening social activities. New friendships, community involvement, and favorable personal relationships mark a stimulating year ahead for those with tomorrow as their birthday.

Ohio Power Co installs second unit at Muskingum River Plant

The Ohio Power Co placed the second 200,000 kilowatt unit of the Muskingum River Plant in commercial operation on June 1, five miles north of Beverly. Unit 1 began Dec 28, 1953, with ground broken Feb 28, 1931. The $50 million facility adds 400,000 kilowatts to the Ohio Power network and serves seven states. About 130 workers are employed.

Ohio Power Co Muskingum River Beverly Ohio United States Ohio Power American Gas and Electric Co Michigan North Carolina George J. Huber, Jr Ronald Marshall

Radio Program Schedule For Columbus Huntington Cincinnati

A detailed historical listing of radio stations and times across Columbus Huntington Cincinnati. Includes station call signs WBNS WSAZ WLW CBS NBC and others plus daily programs from morning to late night such as news, dramas, music, theater and variety shows.

Abc-Wool NBC WLW CBS WBNS MBS WATH _ peers eee Gallipolis WCHS Charleston WPAR Parkersburg Nbe Abe Eart Abe Tennessee Brnle Cbbs Beulah Cbs Daily Abe Theee Perry Como Linah Shore Abe Mr. Keen Tracer Cbe Dack Gregson Sinatra Bob Ho Godfrey Cbe Phil Alice Abe Oazie Harriet Abc News & Story Abe Night Cbs World Abc Abe Mr Keen Rosing Nbc-Tv Crossroads Heart of News Washington Deems Taylor News & Variety All Nets Cbs Ranch Boys Abe State Hollywood Cba American Farmer Abe Fifth Army Band Abe City Hospital Cbs Navy Abe Peter Lind Hayes Cbe Orchestra Abe Ruby Mercer Jr Sloane Simpson St. Louis Ebe n-Am USA Abe Che Abe Orchestra London Abe Nner Bob Edge Park Abe Capitol Cebs Abe Sam Levin Abe Washington Mbe Lance Herb Shriner Abe Tray Lombardo Voice of America Chicago Theater Cbs Rchestra All Neta

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