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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1961
Page
6
A New York University economist explored how prices are set, finding administered pricing common in wholesale and retail trades. He argues free markets best deliver fair prices, though government fixed prices and Soviet systems show the dangers of non market determinations. Kennedy’s support slips after the Cuban crisis, needing a new rallying event.
The piece notes the need for vigilance after three Western microwave towers were bombed. It highlights guard changes, shows that threats come from extremists on both sides, and cites the Nevada and Utah arrests of two Americans tied to the act.
National Safety Council reports 33 go-kart deaths with nearly half under 16 and six under 10. The piece denounces the fad’s risks and urges guardians to bar youth from racing miniature vehicles as even cautious driving can cause serious injuries.
The Kansas City Athletics fired field manager Joe Gordon and questions arise about Frank Lane's future as general manager. Rookie owner Charles A. Finley and Lane have praised Gordon at times yet clashed over decisions, with Lane known as an active trader and Finley asserting owner control. The ongoing tension hints at more upheaval and shifting leadership.
A profile of George Joannides longtime NYPD detective from the 20th Squad on W 68th Street. He and partner Dan Fogarty chased a careful burglar, making stops at a bar and a drugstore, solving a ring theft with a cautious, professional approach. Joannides retires after 35 years, leaving Fogarty and the force with memories of steady work and humor.
A letter asks if parents may bar a 15-year-old from dating an 18-year-old troublemaker. Abby replies that a teen lacks maturity to rehabilitate him and should avoid risking reputation. Additional readers share anecdotes about devotion, widows, and wedding advice pointers.
Henry H. now superintendent of schools faces critique for public image as critics urge consistency in parental and mentor roles. Dr Crane argues that educators medics and clergy must avoid flaunting personal habits before children to prevent shaping youngsters toward poor choices.
The excerpt features light two line parables from Bennett Cerf and a humorous anecdote about a Wichita bound traveler exchange with a porter at Idlewild. It also mentions a Vassar student asked her salary and a prank question. The piece dates to 1961 via King Features Syndicate.
Stella Darnell of The Plains sues Leroy Darnell a minor from The Plains in Common Pleas Court seeking partition and sale of real estate in Athens Township with proceeds to be divided. Bloomington IN Robert E Matson Chauncey among 4000 degree recipients at Indiana University June 5 earning a Doctor of Education degree.
The report portrays Speaker Sam Rayburn as using influence to derail a Dallas federal building project in 1961. It ties the veto to political battles with Dallas Republican Bruce Alger, linking building approval delays to Alger’s electoral prospects and Yrs-long GOP gains in Texas.
Mary B Silson reports a Kyger family picnic honoring L L Clark on his 79th birthday with numerous relatives from Millfield Glouster New Lexington and Kan. The column lists visits trips and community events across Kyger area including church activities and university students and a note from Cape Canaveral about the Mace B missile readiness.
Handkerchiefs were given as Father’s Day presents at Sunday School. Chester Ward was the oldest attendee and El mer Spaulding the youngest. Mr and Mrs Robert Grover and two children of Albucuerans N. M. visited Mr and Mrs Arthur Rupe and other relatives nearby. Mrs Edith Wakely of Marietta and Mrs Esther Hayes of Chester attended the Daughters of...
A day long homecoming at Vanderhoof Baptist Church features the Gospel Harmony Boys from Huntington W V in the afternoon and a potluck dinner. Initiation of Betty Carpenter at Fidelity Rebekah Lodge drew about forty members and visitors from Stewart Athens Parkersburg and Texas.
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