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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1958
Page
4
A stark editorial warns that the Soviet Union could threaten global liberty, arguing America must resist Communist influence at home. It cites Lenin’s growth from 17 followers to a 900 million sphere and urges citizens to act, defend faith, and mobilize against communism in all areas of life.
A broad slice of Americans own stock directly or indirectly. Half a million stockholders in a leading manufacturing company include a teacher, a grocer, a reporter, a welder, a child, and more. About 10 million invest directly and two thirds are under $7500 income. another 100 million own shares via insurance and pension plans. Capitalism now felt as people’s capitalism where many families share risks and profits.
Former Ohio Senator George H. Bender sought to mail six bags of old government documents using franking rights via Rep. Michael J. Kirwan. After public scrutiny and a legal clarification, Bender canceled the franks and arranged for regular mail, citing party differences and moving to avoid political implications.
A 1950s column examines Sherman Adams and the gift controversy surrounding his White House role. It argues a strict rule against accepting gifts, notes Adams' hotel accommodations and potential coat and rug, and questions how inquiries to agencies are viewed. It highlights influence, independence, and accountability in executive office.
Dr. George W. Crane argues that adults are the salacious segment while children seek facts. He cites Teresa J. age 8 and her mother’s stork tale, urging truthful tactful explanations and offering a non profit booklet on sex topics for parents.
A collage of observations from a columnist noting amusing facts about daily life and society. It highlights aging in America 1870 versus today, eye reliance in knowledge, dangers of smoking while driving, hotel staff walks, and the downturn in towel thefts. It includes trivia on literacy, flags, long words, phonograph needles, air conditioning in churches, and Cervantes aphorisms.
Bennett Cerf recalls humorous snippets from 1958 with Hans Conreid and Stubby Kaye on Pantomime Quiz. Comic misfires include mime of a Chinese teens theme song and a line about shooting the breeze. A Sing Sing rap and a Mexican alibi are also noted in this King Features Syndicate item.
The piece recalls fifty eight years of marriage for Alice Frick of Pomeroy Route 3 with a reflection on faith and enduring partnership. It frames a vow to walk life’s last mile together through sun and storm, ending with a note on weather bureau wordiness.
The author argues that the United States bears heavy costs to prop up coffee economies and other nations. He critiques international aid and currency imbalances, cites Brazil’s cruzeiro devaluation, and warns that nations will shift to Soviet influence if the US withdraws. He urges self-reliance and ending fiscal leeching from Uncle Sam.
A physician explains that cancer treatment must be individualized and that radiation can be curative for certain localized cancers, especially where surgery would cause functional loss. The column stresses consulting the attending physician for personal care and notes various practical points about radiation, cold foods for children, bursitis, autogenous vaccines for acne, and rabies vaccination effectiveness.
The American Broadcasting Co canceled a filmed interview with U.S. Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge on Sunday night after Lodge insisted on edits. ABC said allowing deletions would amount to editorial censorship and violate company policy.
Publication details for The Athens Messenger and Sunday edition. Rates listed for daily, Sunday, carrier and mail delivery across Ohio and West Virginia with monthly, six month and yearly options. Includes post office entry and address for publisher.
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