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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1955

Page

4

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A congressional push to study communism in schools

Representative Daniel Flood proposes a presidential commission to prepare a factual textbook on communism and to offer curricula distinguishing theory from practice. The plan urges sworn congressional evidence as a basis, while warning schools must retain choice and resist mandatory indoctrination, aiming to lift fog surrounding the Red menace.

Daniel Flood Pennsylvania Congress Flood U.S America

Ohio bill threatens Hamilton County public library funding

The Ohio General Assembly considers a bill sponsored by the Ohio Municipal League to cap library tax revenues at half a mill. In Hamilton County, this could cut Cincinnati library funding from about $2 million to $1 million, threatening staff, acquisitions, and services across the county’s main building and 40 branches. The bill faces opposition from local officials and headlines warn it could cripple a modern, widely used library system.

Hamilton County Ohio General Assembly Ohio Municipal League Cuyahoga County Cincinnati Ohio Columbus Cincinns Enquirer

Equal Rights Bill Draws Mixed Congressional Cheers

Katharine St George of New York urges a constitutional amendment to abolish sex-based legal discrimination, citing jury eligibility and wage laws. Men in Congress show little enthusiasm, while the piece notes women enjoy many customary privileges and argues equal terms could affect male status.

York Congress Katharine St. George New York America St. George North South Dakota Boyle Indy

No Ill Winds by Sam Dawson

March roared in as leaders in industry and trade weigh potential squalls to come. Markets, taxes, and labor talks loom large with officials eyeing inflation, spending, and the fate of the bull market. Installment buying and auto purchases boost retail hopes for an all time quarter, while Congress could upend the outlook with tax policy debates.

Sam Dawson New York U.S National Association of Purchasing Agents Europe London America Congress Maren White House U.S. Treasury

Dr Cranes Advice on Widow Mildred Remarriage

Dr George W Crane discusses Mildred S a 43 year old widow contemplating a second marriage. He argues true love is unselfish and that remarriage can honor the departed spouse while emphasizing careful selection to protect children and finances. He notes widows and widowers can attract stronger proposals and urges weighing motives over money.

Mildred George W. Crane Mildred S Crane Eve Cums Earth

What Every Child Needs for Good Mental Health

Dr Jordan reviews a National Association for Health leaflet urging attention to emotional needs alongside nutrition sleep and exercise. Parents must show love and acceptance provide a safe home and support growth while guiding behavior and instilling moral qualities.

Edwin P. Jordan National Association — For Health

Coins, secrets, and a boyhood bank mystery

Johnny explains a bank of old Indian head pennies to Hertha Colston and Carmichael, revealing a boyhood treasure tied to Alice Cummings. A past debt and a drastic choice to settle it unfold as Jess and Tess Carmichael react to the tale and the looming moral weight of the coins.

Johnny Sutton Letcher Hertha Colston Jess Carmichael Hertha Mr. Carmichael Colston Michael Alice Cummings Tess Carmichael Cummings

Morse code clue points to Sutton in deadly local tale

In a tense scene Johnny Fletcher deciphers Morse code using coins to reveal a hidden message about Jess Carmichael's killer. James Sutton vehemently denies and accuses Jim Sutton of murder as Johnny presses for the truth. Concludes next installment.

Jess W Fletcher Carmichael Ft. Carmichael Johnny Mr. Sutton Ohio Morse Weathers James Sutton Uncle Jess Barbizon-Waldorf Mr. Carmichael Jess Sutton Johnny de Jim Sutton L. Smith Lester Thaho

Stars Favor Femer Plans For 1955 Birthdays

The reading highlights strong long term business and financial value in ideas and plans. It notes generous stars for domestic and social life, advises caution with casual promises and new romances, and forecasts brighter prospects for four months after the birthday. Travel and romance look favorable in summer and early fall. A 1955 birth foretells loyalty imagination and practicality in applying ideas.

Femer

Buck Slip Em On Letters in UN Face Uncertainty

A United Nations dispatch reveals a printed reference slip system used by the U S mission with 41 potential actions for documents and letters. Chief Delegate Henry Cabot Lodge Jr attaches slips to guide routing and decisions, from Comment and return to See me and Note.

Nvn United Nations V. S Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr Washington Lodge

Luckoff Stores Declare Year End Cash Bonus

Luckoff Stores announce a year end bonus equal to one week's salary in cash to all associates in seven department stores across Columbus, Lancaster, Logan, New Lexington, Glouster, Jackson and Beverly Ohio. President Seymour Luckoff says the year was satisfactory and the loyal staff essential to the stores' success.

Columbus Luckofff Stock Boys Gp Seymour Luckoff Luckoff Mutual ‘Stores Lancaster Logan New Lexington Glouster Jackson Baverly Ohio

Public Hearings Set on Government Security Study Bill

Washington subcommittee schedules hearings Thursday on a bill to create a special commission to study the government’s security program. The measure aims to provide a formal review body and assess current safeguards and procedures.

Public Hearings Star Commission Bill Washington Entate Apecial Commission

Radio Schedule Highlights Morning and Afternoon Programs

A historical radio grid lists daily programs from early morning to late afternoon. It features news, commentary, and light entertainment segments with shows such as Morning Club, Easy Does It, Margaret McBride, Joyce Jordan, and Dr. Wits. The lineup includes news updates, dramatic readings, and musical interludes across the day.

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