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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1949
Page
4
A 1950 editorial urges a thorough streamlining of the federal government to curb a large budget deficit. It argues the current structure is inefficient and extravagant and cites potential annual savings of several billions if Congress enacts reform and overhauls the system promptly.
A Chicago police report describes teens staging dangerous car stunts on a city street including head on near-misses and a game called rotation. Six youths in several cars race at high speed placing passengers and bystanders at risk, with a similar incident noted in East Athens where porch observers barely escaped injury.
The piece uses a packing-box analogy to show the federal government's vast size and rising expenditures over 20 years. It warns that more spending requires more tax revenue or deficit financing, risking higher debt or possible bankruptcy, and advocates a clear policy of reducing expenditures.
A major manufacturer's first quarter shows 414 million in sales. About 201 million pays for materials and services, 163 million goes to employee pay and benefits, 23 million to taxes, 13 million to inventories and growth, and 14 million to stockholders. The piece highlights how large revenues do not guarantee large profits.
Dr Edwin P Jordon outlines early polio symptoms and the importance of prompt medical evaluation. He notes an invasion phase with fever neck stiffness and possible nerve signs, plus the variability of early signs and the need for repeated checks before diagnosis. The piece also answers about antihistamines for hives, stating they may provide temporary relief but avoidance of triggering foods remains the primary prevention.
Syria's new strong man Col Husni Zaim was the sole candidate for president in the national election held Saturday.
A New York City firm scene shows a big young man obsessed with money and a plan labeled secret, as two men drink and discuss wealth. They visit a lakeside sanitarium signaled in the final moment, ending the tale with a note on money and folly.
Mrs. Fred Shaner of Chauncey injured when a skillet handle breaks spilling hot grease on her foot. Everett Eddy and Miss Marie Harper of Glouster wed at Church of Christ parsonage with Rev. C B Frampton officiating. Nimrod Matheny of Nelsonville robbed of 1400 by three men on Chestnut Street. William Peterson of Logan injured after falling from a tree while cherry picking. Mrs Stacy Sharp and Mary Kathryn of Nelsonville head to San Francisco for the NEA convention. Emerson G Harper 85 of Pomeroy funeral held. veteran of Spanish American War. Athens Country Club golf team loses at home to Mari ette 46 to 22, list of Athens players.
Ensign Peter F. Klein and Ensign Richard Wolford prepare for destroyer duty aboard the U S Massey. Wolford and his parents Mr and Mrs Pierce Wolford of Columbus joined Klein for a Sunday outdoor supper. Wolford returns Friday and both plan to travel to Norfolk Saturday to begin sea duty aboard the Massey.
Bea Cosgrove and Miguel Oak confront crimes and secrets on a secluded island. Harding demands a confession while Mabel Jones dies. Mollie Stark claims a money belt as George Bascombe and companions seek a safe boat escape. Oak reveals Bea’s hidden past and her risky ties to Henry Harding.
A local column criticizes federal politics and media propaganda under the Fair Deal. It argues government reports are now slanted, praises past verifiability, and questions figures behind agencies, presidential advisers, and the atomic energy commission. The piece laments rumors about city leadership and predicts voter turnout.
Quiz hall prompts readers with a point system and group questions for men women and teenagers. It tests general knowledge from presidents and animals to flags and sea products with true false items and a final answer key in mixed garbled text.
The Rev. Paul Lehman announced weekly children's church services at 1 30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Apostolic Church in New Straitsville.
The Nation Today reviews whether universities should police professors outside the classroom amid Cold War fears. Harvard President James B. Conant cites A Lawrence Lowell on a professor as a citizen first, with little right to be restrained by boards, arguing that restraint harms academic freedom and risks chilling inquiry.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack B. Sickels and sons Danny Jimmy and Jackie return from a week in the West. They stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Royce Moore in Duncan Oklahoma and with Mrs. Wilma Rice in Alta mont Kansas. Mr. Sickels works for Nye Chevrolet.
An AP report says a Saturday fire at the Delaware County fairgrounds destroyed swine and sheep barns valued at about 6000 dollars.
Members of the Ladies Aid Society of the Church of Christ will attend a meeting on July 1 at the home of Mrs. Charles Holland in Athens.
A staggered hourly guide lists NBC-WLW Cincinnati and other area stations with program slates. Entries include newscasts, silent hours, kiddies hours, talk shows, dramas, music hours, and variety programs across multiple networks and time blocks.
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