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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1963
Page
4
President Kennedy favors tax relief but faces opposition arguing for reform and spending cuts. Supporters urge broader tax law changes while critics warn against rate reductions without spending restraint, signaling possible no relief before 1964 elections. Conservative lawmakers push for reform first, while administration allies seek action.
The State Chambers of Commerce urge a $9.8 billion reduction to the federal budget, targeting civilian functions by about one fourth. They propose $1.5 billion in new spending cuts for education, mass transportation, youth employment, and training, while defense and space spending would remain untouched. The Administration would oppose cuts to avoid impairing services, but the move could pressure Congress into economies.
The article argues that average lifetime earnings rise by about $50,000 for high school graduates over dropouts and that leaving school limits all who quit, especially those who could benefit from technical or college training. It stresses the high cost of early departure and the lost opportunities to learn.
Seven nations of the European Free Trade Association propose by 1966 to end internal tariffs and quotas on most industrial goods and many farm products. The Outer 7 include Britain Austria Switzerland Portugal Norway Sweden and Denmark. They warn the European Economic Community faces serious economic damage if Britain joins the common market.
Dr Luther Harris Evans former UNESCO head and Librarian of Congress calls for more research to identify needs of aid recipients. He argues honest study is vital to prevent opportunism waste and false credit to the USSR in aid programs.
The piece cites President Kennedy’s winter Palm Beach sojourns and the Hialeah track scene as a symbol of the New Frontier era. It critiques federal plans for Medicare jobs and welfare programs funded by gambling proposals, urging Puritans to bear taxes while dream-stuff grows.
Advice advocates a clergy wedding over a quick Justice of the Peace elopement citing lower divorce risk due to pre marital interviews and classes. It urges Verna to marry a preacher with a thorough briefing, argues against lavish public ceremonies, and asks mothers to respect daughters' wedding choices.
Alfred Alfred Nina Robinson and Clara Follrod dined with Mr and Mrs Billy Follrod and daughter Athens Helen Woode visited Mrs Iva Findling at Meigs Memorial Hospital. Visitors included Mr and Mrs William Reeves and others. Vere Swartz hosted dinner for his birthday. Mrs Starling Massar and daughter from Eastern visited her parents Dinsmore Boyles. John Taylor and wife Calif visit with Ern est Taylor family before heading to Homestead Florida where Mr Taylor will be stationed.
Dear Abby answers questions on a plumber husband visiting the widow next door, the meaning of forsaking all others, and a light note about eight cent air mail stamps. Abby advises honesty, trust, and visiting with the spouse if doubt arises, and reminds readers to seek personal replies with a SASE.
AP Special Report notes a widening labor management squeeze as profits and wages lag grew automation and cost cutting intensify. It cites the East Gulf Coast docks strike and newspaper strikes, warns Congress may act if bargaining fails, and mentions President Kennedy pursuing tariff revision as an economic remedy.
An occasional mother writes about managing a two to six year old who cannot sit still. She suggests family calm, regular sleep, quiet surroundings, and avoiding exciting TV or radio programs. Discipline includes 15 minute timeouts and teaching respect for the word No.
Hartford report notes Fannie Kershaw Ray known as Lillian Brice, a stage and radio actress, died after a short illness at 69. Born in Enid Oklahoma she gained fame on radio and stage. The piece also lists local social notes including visits and family updates.
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