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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1957
Page
4
The piece outlines how hidden or indirect taxes drive up consumer costs, often surpassing visible taxes. It cites Bem Price and Tax Foundation analyses showing taxes embedded in bread, cars, clothing, and housing, with large portions of costs payable unseen by purchasers.
Senator Harry Byrd argues the Senate Finance Committee’s inquiry into the nation’s financial condition could be the most useful investigation in decades. He cites inflation, the dollar’s waning purchasing power since 1940, and the national debt as central issues to probe, including potential defense cuts and tax reforms.
The narrator recalls Walter Winchell at the Beverly Hills Hotel drafting a Monday column. He reflects on Winchell and Mark Hellinger, their offices, and ruthless media age. A Doctor Brown story contrasts wealth and charity, ending with a staged grave marker Upstairs.
Case history discusses prize contests as a productive, mental hobby for those past 65. It cites benefits like modest earnings, mobility through part time sales, and guidance for keeping elderly parents engaged with hobbies, travel notes, and family interaction.
In West Germany 300000 American servicemen struggle with German words as the forces network teaches daily phrases. Words like Cologne Koeln Munich Muenchen Danube Donau Rhine Main Bad towns and reform houses puzzle many GIs while menus feature unfamiliar dishes such as Mannheim Dirt Mannheimer Creck a pastry.
A humorous vignette describes Vermonters fishing in an old launch for three hours with no movement. The forward passenger grows restless while the other quips about dancing versus fishing.
The reading urges bold yet tactful action to achieve goals tomorrow. If today is a birthday, a memorable year lies ahead with strong planetary aspects in both personal life and work. October offers job gains and social happiness, while November and December may bring financial worries from excess spending.
The quiz lists eight questions on history math and science. It asks years books yards sides stars events humps finger holes and the classic dial count to test quick recall. The prompt notes six correct answers as excellent.
A columnist critiques the 840 page report on government security, noting Supreme Court limits on securing the nation. The piece questions central proposals like a Central Security Office and the Attorney General's List, suggesting the report adds expense without clear gains and cites dissent by James P. McGranery.
The Family Doctor explains adhesions are fibrous tissue from infection or injury that may contract around intestines. Surgery is the only effective treatment for problematic adhesions, and they rarely become cancerous. The article cautions against attributing vague symptoms to adhesions without ruling out cancer.
A fragment quotes Mary Baker Eddy urging citizens to accept liberty as a divine right and a natural entitlement for all children of God. The tone is inspirational and aspirational, reflecting Eddy's religious reformist message.
In a letter to The Messenger dated June 26, Concerned Teenagers argue that local teens lack proper gathering space. They note Ohio University Center access was blocked after misbehavior and urge a dedicated recreational center or at least a room in the Center for wholesome activities.
Local notice lists subscription options for The Athens Messenger with daily Sunday editions. Details include carrier and mail rates, regional delivery in Ohio and West Virginia, and membership by duration.
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