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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1956
Page
4
An imminent steel industry stoppage threatens broader economic strain as union and management clash over a five year no strike contract. The piece urges urgent compromise and pragmatic bargaining to avoid a major strike that could imperil national prosperity.
A Wall Street Journal feature by Winston C. Fournier discusses aging workers and emerging retirement challenges for employers. It covers pension costs, hiring policy implications, and the strained outlook for social security if the 65 retirement age persists, noting 14 million Americans over 65 and a projected 21 million by 1975.
Miss Lou Payne, 90, leads the Mrs Homemaker's Forum in a drive for a female vice president. A poll of 1 million housewives shows 85 percent in favor, with names like Mrs. Roosevelt and Clare Boothe Luce among possible "lady veep" candidates.
In Des Moines IowaMoney reports bankers say money is tighter and rates higher, yet regular borrowers with good credit still obtain loans. Marginal farmers and speculative builders claim credit is hard to secure as drought and falling prices bite. Bankers note selective lending, with some turning away shaky farmers while protecting regular clients. A Des Moines banker cites bond price declines and funding squeeze as a factor in stricter lending practices across agricultural districts.
Dr Crane discusses a 17 year old girl Mavis facing romantic entanglements with a dating partner her mother a high school teacher and social pressures. The columnist advises women to imitate a court jester, play dumb to boost a man's ego and use a sandwich method to correct him, recommending a booklet on the Compliment Club for educated women seeking husbands.
Dr. Jordan notes Harvard School of Public Health reports identify fatigue visual and hearing limits, drugs and stimulants, tobacco carbon monoxide effects, and alcohol as key safety factors. The piece highlights driver condition, age, intelligence, and personality traits linked to higher accident rates, urging multifaceted prevention.
The Stars say tomorrow brings a red letter day with stimulating planetary influences boosting business and personal matters. For those with August birthdays, expect excellent finances but watch for extravagant impulses and potential unforeseen expenses. September improves personal relationships though travel may not be favorable. Romance and domestic life look harmonious late in the year. writers and designers may prosper. a child born today will be reserved and sentimental with bouts of jealousy.
Mr and Mrs Jack Weatherman visited Columbus friends while Theodore Bengle and family visited Pomeroy kin. Herold Parker and Mass Arbutta Arbaugh wed at United Brethren Church with reception at the bride’s home and plans for a western honeymoon. The couple will live in Circleville where Parker works. A bridal shower was held at the schoolhouse. Various family visits and outings across Colville Cincinnati and Pomeroy kept residents social through Father’s Day weekend. Evelyn Brickles attended a horse show at Rock Springs Fair Grounds.
Frank resists a trigger and recalls a violent war past as Lew Chantry watches from the shadows. Lily confesses longing and reveals a history of hardship, while Frank contemplates marriage amid looming conflict and a threatened bank scheme. The scene ends with a partial fatal anticipation and a tease of La Tour’s next move.
Columbus report shows the Democratic State Executive Committee expanded by 58 new members including several former state chairs U S senators a former governor and multiple congressmen and labor leaders The new chair William J Coleman of Marysville says 21 more will join before the fall campaign Close advisers of five term Gov Frank Lausche joined the expansion including Eugene Hi Hanhart James W Shacknessy and Robert Moulton The former governor James M Cox and U S senators Robert J Bulkley James M Huffman and Thomas A Burke are named among those added.
The eastern half of Indiana's east west toll road will open about August 15, announced by Toll Road Commission Chairman Dr. Dillon Geiger. The 8 mile section extends from the Ohio line to west of South Bend as part of a 157 mile project slated for completion November 15.
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