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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1948

Page

4

Tito Stalin split risks world war says columnist

A column argues Tito's break with Stalin signals possible disaster for Yugoslavia and suggests Moscow seeks closer ties with Western Europe. It asserts Tito defied Moscow and warns the Soviet aim is global conquest unless resisted, urging hardened stance as rearmament begins.

Tito Yugoslavia Escow Stalin Blue Danube Europe Moscow Russia Italy Henry Wallace

Two Millionth Postwar Home Built Amid Housing Gap

The 2 millionth postwar home nears completion as the construction industry notes large shortfalls in housing supply. In 1947 849,000 starts and 831,700 completions. experts warn even aggressive building would take 17 years to house the 4,000,000 families then without homes.

United States Melvin H. Baker Construction Industry Information Committee

Abnormal Growth and Hormone Disorders Explored

An article reviews human giants and dwarfs, attributing great growth to pituitary hormone excess and dwarfism to insufficient hormone production. It distinguishes dwarfs from midgets and notes most cases lack perfect treatments, with limited use of hormone therapy. A Q&A addresses hair bleaching during pregnancy, stating peroxide is likely harmless while other hair chemicals may be risky.

Edwin P. Jordan

New timetable argued after Congress and conventions

The piece argues for a new timetable for national politics linking Congress adjournment to nominating conventions. It notes delays in June and July, cites past adjournment dates, and praises a platform plank to revise electoral procedures to align with the popular vote, highlighting Sen. Henry Cabot Lodge Jr. as key.

Washington Congress Philadelphia U. S Roosevelt Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr Massachusetts

Idleness Too Great Idleness Too Great

Mr and Mrs Grant Long of 30 Mill Creek returned from a vacation then Mr Long resumed police duties Monday. They visited family in Marion Columbus and Chillicothe and Forest Long and George E Cromsey were mentioned. Grant built his 50th boat, a skiff, from Friday to Sunday, a hobby since 1920 yielding about 40 john boats and others skiffs.

Gallipolis Grant Long Mill Creek Long John

Dr Herbert Booth visits area to sell landmark farm

Dr Herbert R Booth and Mrs Booth visit the A E Fitzpatrick family to arrange sale of his longtime family farm. The gathering notes kinship with Fitzpatrick cousins and references Booths past as a former Vinton County sheriff family. Local residents Ted Collins and others are listed with travel and family visits around the region. Floyd Perry buys a new tractor and equipment.

Timothy Hocter Jr Charles Floyd Price Gomer Bowen West Virginia North Carolina Tennessee Kentucky John Slater Slater Jimmy

Editorial argues against Ohio turnpike feasibility

An Athens office editorial Challenge Ohio turnpike proposal argues that mountains and existing roads make a vast toll road impractical. It warns a state wide turnpike would disrupt countless small businesses and private properties, offering modernization of current highways as a better option.

Athens Ohio Pennsylvania

Local Visits Highlight Card of Carbondale Residents

Mrs. Sarah Webb of Columbus spent a week visiting relatives in Carbondale. Mrs. George Barber visited her cousin Mrs. Blanche Lafollette. Dinner guests at Mr. and Mrs. Allison Cox included the Rev Phyliss Lemaster and Mr Lemaster of New Marshfield. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Robison of Barberton recently visited Mrs. Denver Kennard.

Bertie Williams Harry Mildred Hayes Jimmy Pierce Wilkes Grange Vinton Township Clyde Pierce Ellen Ellen Harvey H. F. Collins Gallipolis Marian Strickler Joyce Sheridan Oregon Hattie Wells Union Ridge Kenneth Cooper Columbus Frank Nelson Dwight McLaughlin Minnie Lou Bowen Glenn Biffle Richard Pearl Cooper Floyd Perry Carbondale Sarah Webb George Barber Blanche Lafollette Allison Cox Phyliss Lemaster Lemaster New Marshfield Charles Robison Barberton Denver Kennard

Meeting Postponed In Gallipolis

The Civil Service Commission meeting to announce patrolmen exam results was postponed after a member could not attend. Secretary Cassius Canaday said the meeting will be held Wednesday night if all members are able to attend.

Gallipolis Civil Service Commission Cassius Canaday Canaday

Marriage Licenses Issued in Gallia Probate Court

In Gallipolis probate court marriage licenses were issued to Eddie I. McGhee 27 Vinton and Lottie Faye Bostwick 21 Gallipolis. Walter Rose 16 Patriot farmer and Lillian Rhodes 17 Patriot. Claude E. Kennedy 34 Rodney electrician and Georgia Westfall 22 Bidwell.

Gallipolis Eddie I. McGhee Vinton Lottie Faye Bostwick Walter Rose Patriot Farmer Lillian Rhodes Claude E. Kennedy Rodney Electrician Georgia Westfall Bidwell

Auto Skids Into Creamery Truck Injuring Four Jackson Men

Four Jackson men were hospitalized after a 1941 club coupe skidded head on into a pickup loaded with five tons of cream on Route 75 near Wellston. Driver Clarence Brunton, 19, and three passengers suffered facial, chin, and arm lacerations along with possible pelvic injuries. truck driver Jasper Robinson, 36, was unhurt.

Gallipolis Jackson Holzer Hospital Wellston Goldsborough Curve Clarence Brunton State Highway Patrol Brunton Pickerington Creamery Co Jasper Robinson Pickerington Charles Arnett

Bethel WSCS Meeting Notes From Coolville Event

The Bethel WSCS met at Mrs. Mary Calloway's home with Spiritual Life on Our Father led by Mrs. Verla Calloway and a program by Mrs. Florence Gillilan. Refreshments served to numerous members. next meeting July 13 at Mrs. Wilma Gilbert’s home with Children’s Day observance and open program.

Coolville Bethel WSCS Mary Calloway Our Father Verla Calloway Florence Gillilan Roy Gordon Mary Reed Dorothy Warner Nellie Baker Mabel Hopkins Eartha Gordon Sandra Ralph Henry Troy Grange

Local Social Notes Record family and visitor updates

Mr and Mrs Bill McBride and daughter Eleanor visited Clifton relatives and Mr and Mrs C P Frederick for a weekend. Clara Evans returned from Pomeroy visits. John Burkle visited the Hal Shoemaker family. Betty Fillinger visited Gallipolis parents. Bill Mitchell now works for Ohio Bell in Gallipolis. Donald Wickline and family from Columbus visited. Lewis Myers and family from Florida visited. Verne Shoemaker visited relatives en route to Florida. Gloria Shoemaker now employed by Ohio Bell in Gallipolis. Mary Frances Mitchell visited Porter with Aunt Nan Savage. Dorcas Adams visited Wherrs. Gloria Shoemaker active in local ties.

Gerald Hull Clifton John Hull Vinton C. P. Frederick Clara Evans Pomeroy John Burkle Hal Shoemaker Betty Fillinger Gallipolis W. C. Fillinger Bill Mitchell Ohio Bell Telephone Co Nan Savage Dorcas Adams Gloria Shoemaker

Influence Theme Weighs on Rotary Club Meeting

Rev Linson H Stebbins spoke on influence at the Rotary Club in Farmers Hotel. He urged sincerity, devotion, high standards and self forgetfulness, noting actions shape selves and others. Joe Miller ended his term as president and passed pins to Dr N A Martin. Lew Jacobson, district governor, will visit Aug 3, prompting earlier committee setup.

Gallipolis Linson H. Stebbins Rotary Club Farmers’ Hotel Mr. Stebbins Joe Miller N. A. Martin Miller Doctor Martin Lew Jacobson

River Traffic Gallipolis Dispatches Dayboat Movements

River traffic across Gallipolis district shows boats moving up and down throughout the day. Listings include LaBelle Ashland Laughlin Peltoot Wisherd Rand Progress Chris wp Sullivan Peace Craig Heekin Rowe Jefferson Ductulite Hatfield Sohio State Arden with river gauges at Gallipolis Locks reading Upper 18.3 feet Lower 11.7 feet and seven feet at rollers Kanawha Falls at 2.62 reading.

Gallipolis LaBelle Ashland Laughlin PeLteot Np Th Wisherd Rand Progress Chris Sullivan Peace Craig Heekin Gallipous Locks Rowe Jefferson Hatfield Sohio State Arden Kanawha Falls

Driver Fined $25 After Accident in Gallipolis

Delbert Russell, arrested after an accident, was fined $25 and costs by John Shafer of Oak Hill on a charge of operating a vehicle in an unsafe condition. The State Highway Patrol said a Tuesday traffic check about a mile south of here examined 49 vehicles and issued 10 warnings.

Gallipolis Delbert Russell John Shafer Oak Hill State Highway Patrol Here

Kiwanis to Honor Mrs. O. O. McIntyre in Athens Visit

Gallipolis Kiwanis members meet at the Lafayette Hotel and plan a trip to Athens next Tuesday night. President Glen Campbell announced Mrs. O. O. McIntyre will be guest of honor on July 13 and E. W. Mauck will discuss Odd McIntyre.

Gallipolis Athens Lafayette Hotel Pres Glen Campbell O. O. McIntyre E. W. Mauck Odd McIntyre

Thefts Reported From Three Camps On Raccoon Creek

Gallipolis reports show thefts from three camps on Raccoon creek in the early hours Tuesday. The targets included Clyde Ingel's personal camp the Racoon Club and Oscar Bastiana's. Little of value was stolen.

Gallipolis Raccoon Creek Clyde Ingel Racoon Club Oscar Bastiania

Suspect Arrested in Columbus Case Linked to Greed Theft

Gallipolis report says Glen Smales arrested by Columbus police for attacking a cab driver and stealing a cab. A warrant accuses Smales of defrauding innkeeper John Clendennin at Libby Hotel. He is believed from Jackson.

Gallipolis Glen Smales Columbus Smales John Clendennin Libby Hotel Jackson

Local man fined for injurious object on highway

Robert Fife of Middleport was arrested by the State Highway Patrol and fined 10 dollars plus costs for allowing injurious objects to fall on the highway.

Gallipolis Robert Fife Middleport State Highway Patrol

Radio Station Frequencies and Call Letters List

A compilation of area radio stations with their call letters and frequencies ranging from NBC WLW Cincinnati 700 KC to MBS WHKC Columbus 610 KC and others in Columbus Huntington Parkersburg Charleston Marietta. The list includes ABC WCOL WSAZ CBS WBNS WCHS WPAR WMOA with respective dial positions.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston WPAR Parkersburg MBS WHKC WMOA Marietta

Radio Schedule Highlights June 30 Evening Lineup

A detailed rundown of TV and radio programming for Wednesday June 30 with network slots, show titles, and host lines. Notable items include Dennis Day Comedy, Abbott & Costello, Lum and Abner, Jack Pearl Show, and CBS NBC ABC home streams across time slots from 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM.

Abc Cbs Network Abc-West Cbs Chicago Orchestra Lum and Abner Cba-Weat Abe Lowell Thomas Abe Beulah Cbs News Abe Fulton Lewis, Jr Mbs Abe Jack Smith Song Cbs Daily A. Rollini Abe Jerry Wayne Kaltenborn Cba Dennis Day Jack Pearl Paul Whiteman Abe James Melton Abe L. Hampton Tbe Gordon MacRae Abc Opinionaire Forum Abe Capitol Cbs Music Maupin Abc California Melodies Abc News

Radio Schedule Dense with Show Lineups and Times

A detailed listing of radio programs across several networks with times and host names including Honeymoon in New York and Breakfast Club at 9:00, Fred Waring Show at 10:00, Arthur Godfrey at 11:00, and Queen for a Day at 2:00, plus serials, music, and quiz segments through 5:45.

N. Y Nbe Abe Che Ozark Valley Fred Waring Music Cba Cbs Arthur Godfrey Hollywood Ben Alexander

Nobody Loves Forever Sequel Reveals Hidden Truths

Jessica confronts her past as Lucy and Tom guide Betsy’s care. In a Christmas night confession, Jessica reveals she never loved David Gregory and loves Tom, while Tom admits he wants a future together despite his own fears. The exchange tests loyalty, duty, and belonging.

Jessica Genevieve Miles Lucy Tom University Jess Betsy David Gregory

Nine Southeastern Ohio War Dead Return From Europe

Army transport Greenville Victory brings home nine local servicemen from the recent war. Names and next of kin listed: Pvt James W Dayton Barbara Alice Dayton. Pfc Robert M Jenks Mrs Wavalene J Jenks. Pvt Robert G Meeker Frank C Meeker. Cpl James L Roberts John W Roberts. Pvt Robert O Steele Oakley Steele. Sgt Otis G Stover Mrs Myrtle M Stover. Pfc Harold B Terrell Victora Terrell. Pvt Verl D Weiss Charles Weiss. Pfc Max F Zimmerman Marcus D Zimmerman.

Ohio Greenville Victory Europe Londonderry James L. Roberts John W. Roberts Chatham Ave Gallipolis Robert O. Steele Oakley Steele Laurelville Otis G. Stover Myrtle M. Stover Shade Harold B. Terrell Victora Terrell Athens Verl D. Weiss Charles Weiss Max F. Zimmerman Army Marcus D. Zimmerman Albany

Patriotic program by Gallipolis municipal band

The Gallipolis municipal band directed by Herbert O Pepper will perform a patriotic program Thursday night on First Avenue opposite City Park. Highlights include Battle Hymn of the Republic, March of the Little Champion, Still Night Serenade and Stout Hearted Men with other numbers United We Stand and La Danse Des Sorcieres. Pepper reports an exceptionally fine rehearsal and says the orchestra is progressing.

Gallipolis Herbert O. Pepper Steve Mesang Huff Hayes Ball Losey Elliott Romberg Pepper City Park First Avenue

Divorce Suit Filed in Gallipolis for Nibert Couple

Attorney Robert M. Betz filed a divorce petition in Common Pleas Court for Howard L. Nibert of Queen Bee Hotel seeking a divorce from Helen D. Nibert of 51 Winton Ave on grounds of gross neglect.

Gallipolis Robert M. Betz Howard L. Nibert Queen Bee Hotel Common Pleas Court Nibert Helen D. Nibert Winton Ave

Hammer Charge Filed In Gallia County Cleared for Hearing

Assault and battery charge against Alva Amos for striking F. L. Gillingham in the head with a hammer. The hearing is set before Judge William H. Janes in Gallipolis.

Gallipolis Alva Amos F. L. Gillingham William H. Janes

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