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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1956

Page

4

Aging Population Prompts Call to Extend Working Lives

A 1960s era view predicts one in seven Americans over 65 within two decades and argues life spans of 100 will become common. It notes urban rise among the elderly, employment gaps for older workers, and rising public burden for pensions. The piece urges keeping seniors in gainful jobs to reduce costs and address looming manpower shortages.

American Medical Association Chicago Walter Bierring U.S America Wall Street Journal

Spring on the road ends as heat takes over

The writer notes spring gives way to summer after a brief stay, joking about oil trucks, brown grass, and the temperate zone. He quips that if spring returns rarely, voters may advocate naming the region the intemperate zone as weather forecasts mislead with fogged spectacles.

Tropics Arctic

Petrillo Uses Tape on Revolt Within AFM

James C. Petrillo head of the American Federation of Musicians used a tape recorder to capture a secret meeting of his opponents. He played the recording before 1300 delegates at a convention and crushed the revolt. The piece notes how the industry’s device was used against the rebellion and ends with a satirical suggestion.

James C. Petrillo American Federation of Musicians Petrillo A.F.M

Writer's Woe: Mary Roberts Rinehart Suffers Writer's Cramp

HAL BOYLE profiles Mary Roberts Rinehart nearing 80 as she battles writer's cramp while reflecting on a life of success. She writes longhand with a cherished fountain pen, drafts 2000 to 6000 words daily, and recalls a turbulent path from debt to becoming America's top 20th century author with over 11 million copies sold. She cherishes elegant living, endures personal tragedy, and faces aging with courage.

Hal Boyle New York Mary Roberts Rinehart Fifth Avenue Rinehart

Curbing the Supreme Court Faces Senate Time Crunch

Time is running out as Congress weighs curbing the Supreme Court over sedition law disputes sparked by the Steve Nelson case. Bridges proposes state sedition validity while McClellan seeks broader supremacy rules, pitting Senate leaders against muddled options before recess.

James Marlow Washington Congress Supreme Court Steve Nelson Pennsylvania U. S Pennsylvania Supreme Court U. S. Supreme Court Nelson Sen. Bridges R-Nh Eisenhower Sen McClellan D.ark Bridge Senate Judiciary Committee Bridges Lyndon Johnson D-Tex Senate

Bargain Hunter Wife Saves Family Money Says Dr Crane

Dr George W Crane notes Mrs Crane, a skilled bargain hunter, saves money on clothing for their five children. She seeks closes outs, travels for deals, and uses shrewd buying to cut costs while offering fashion tips for different body types.

George W. Crane Illinois Daniel David Indiana

Dr Jordan on Adolescent development and child feeding issues

Dr Edwin P Jordan discusses teen breast development irregularity cautioning patience as maturation varies after age fifteen. He covers a two year old underweight child, early activity versus overexertion, and comments on a three year old not walking. He advises observation and early treatment if needed. He notes parental worries and endorses consistent feeding practices for siblings.

Edwin P. Jordan M.D. J J.E.M

Horoscope Preview For Tomorrow And Year Ahead

The Stars Say for Tomorrow urges budget caution and cooperative tact to avoid being a victim. The P M is rated excellent for social activities travel hobbies and community enterprises with relaxing plans likely to be enjoyable. Birthday readers may see financial gains and possible occupational advancement by mid August with patient steady effort amid possible opposition and later domestic tensions.

Alfred A s children's day service at the church

The piece lists local visits and family travels with names including Gerald Swartz Arthur Atherton and the Woode family. It notes Mrs Adra Koehler and Miss Jean Gephart visiting in addition to Harold Parsons, Geraldine Arnold, and Dinsmore Boyles. A separate line mentions about 4500 doctors in Athens beginning a three day strike.

Alfred Gerald Swartz Marietta Arthur Atherton Columbus Adra Koehler Sumner Hobart Swartz R. E. Burson Athens Carrie Swartz Thelma White Bashan Jewell Carr Jean Gephart Columbon Charles D. Woode Tennessee Harold Parsons Geraldine Arnold Parkersburg Dinsmore Boyles Helen Woode Greece

Corbin House Amputation Scene in a Lodging Brawl

In a tense hospital style room at Corbin House Lily Arnet tends the wounded as Frank battles Jonathan Yates over an arm amputation. Dr La Tour and Swenson guard the work while Emmett Cash’s men and Rafting C factions loom. Lily Annette appears, signaling a continuation.

Swenson Corbin House Lily Arnet Leo Corbin Frank Dr. la Tour Jonathan Yates la Tour Yates Ade Emmett Doc Emmett Cash Rafter C. Norring Chantry Lily Lily Annette

Harkins Chapel EUB Plans Homecoming

Annual home coming of Harkins Chapel EUB Church will be held Sunday. In the morning there will be Sunday school and a children's service, followed by a basket dinner and preaching in the afternoon. The Rev. Kenneth Libby is the pastor.

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