Common-Sense Farm Program Calls for A New Tack
John L. Strohm argues that government farm controls and price supports fail small farmers and waste resources. He outlines a seven point common-sense plan to quit fixing prices, free farmers from controls, reduce surpluses, expand markets overseas and at home, develop new crops, and help small farmers. He claims tax savings for families and broader support from housewives and farmers.
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John L. Strohm
Strohm
Coal industry contrasts nations as London prices rise
The piece contrasts Englands socialized coal industry with the American private sector. It notes ongoing labor unrest and shortages in Britain, a crash program for electricity, and rising coal prices in London. It praises US coal for tailored grades, high wages, and strong market competition seeking broader consumption.
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England
National Review
Profits and People A Recent Opinion
Research data show 83 percent of Americans think companies take too much profit, with perceived profit around 14 percent. The actual net profit is about 5.9 percent. An authority at Lansdowne Pennsylvania argues profits mainly benefit people and drive production by providing incentives for what people want.
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Research Corporation
Friends Society
Lansdowne, Pa
Supreme Court overrules state limits on small dairies
The piece denounces a Supreme Court ruling that any business buying outside state supplies is engaged in interstate commerce. It cites El Dorado Dairy of Kansas and asserts federal regulation expands government power, eroding states rights and small local enterprises.
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Supreme Court
el Dorado Dairy
el Dorado
Kansas
Presto
Washington Octopus
Kansas Supreme Court
National Labor Relations Board
U.S. Supreme Court
Justice of the Peace
Washington
Red Tape Delays Deal On Release Of Nine Americans
The United States battles recognition hurdles as nine Americans held by East German authorities await release after a June incident. Washington debates whether to negotiate with East Germany or via the Soviet Union while noting longstanding nonrecognition of the East German government.
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East Germany
United States
West Germany
Germany
Soviet Union
East Berlin
Dulles
AY White
Frement
White
U.S
Bonn
State Department
Chiang Kai-Shek
China
Formosa
Korea
Red China
Fear Party helps children face their fears in class
Dr Crane recounts Teresa J whose nervousness eased after a teacher led a Fear Party at school. Pupils shared dreads from ghosts to doctors visits, boosting group morale. The piece advocates wider use by teachers and parents and notes urging readers to write for his booklet via the newspaper.
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Teresa
George W. Crane
Teresa J
PTA
Daddy
Stock Prices Rise Amid Doubters and Bulls
Stock prices have climbed since mid May despite many observers doubting a bottom. Bulls argue earnings will rise with demand, inflation pushes prices higher, and large investment funds must deploy cash. Bears point to declining profits, many dividend cuts, and seasonal gains yet to prove lasting.
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Bulls
Bears
Critics draw wrath from Elvis fans over satire
A critic named Ben Gross faced fan denunciations after joking about Elvis Presley. A letter claims the writer is a witch doctor who cursed detractors and warned of a dramatic death and financial ruin. Gross notes he has not made money, citing the curse as already starting to prove true.
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Liberace
Elvis Presley
Ben Gross
Elvis
Capitals Quiz Brain Game Challenge
A quick geography quiz tests knowledge of world capitals. The provided answers include Brussels Bogota Reykjavik Oslo Asuncion Bern Caracas with the correct choices noted.
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Belgium
Antwerp
Brussels
Santiago
Valparaiso
Chile
Colombia
Iceland
Norway
Concepcion
Asuncion
Paraguay
Switzerland
Venezuela
Bogota
Reykjavik
Oslo
Bern
Caracas
Daughters of the American Revolutionlaud editorials
Members of Elizabeth Lane Dew Chapter Dew Chapter of the D A R thank The Athens Messenger for past and recent editorials with patriotic themes. The note expresses appreciation for editorials and press notices that foster patriotism and country love. Signed by Siddle Nelsonville.
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The
Messenger
Elizabeth Lane Dew
Daughters of the American Revolution
Athens Messenger
De Gaulle Revolution sparks six months of pressure in France
The article frames De Gaulle’s rise as a military coup in Algeria and outlines five pressures from Right Left military NATO and Soviet Russia. It warns of possible barricades as October marks the first stage end and hints at future upheavals and key French figures.
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Europe
America
United States
Kemal
Japan
Germany
Hitler
Third Reich
de Gaulle
Algeria
France
Charles DE Gaulle
Kuomintang
China
Russia
Franco
Spain
NATO
Soviet Russia
Louis Philippe
General Boulanger
Soustelle
Duclos
Mendes-France
Choosing a summer camp for a child
An outline on selecting healthy, age appropriate summer camps. Emphasizes camp purpose, child temperament, distance, staff ratios, health standards, vaccinations, safety, and the value of pre visit to ensure a positive, healthful experience.
New Drug Helps Out With Problem Children
A California doctor reports a new drug Deanol improves behavior in children with problems. Dr Leon Oettinger Jr of Pasadena observed less irritability and hyperactivity as well as longer attention spans and better appetite in treated youngsters.
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Atlantic City
N. J
California
Deanol
Leon Oettinger Jr
Pasadena
Oettinger
The Messenger Publishing Notice
The Athens Messenger announces daily and Sunday editions with carriers and mail rates. It lists pricing, delivery options, and address details for subscriptions and official mailing, noting post office classification and association with the Associated Press.
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THEK
Athens Messenger
Sunday Messenger
Ohio
W.va
W. Va
Athens
Postoffice
Associated Press
the Messenger
Union
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