Consumer Holds Key to Economy Says Harvard Economist
The consumer controls retail fortunes and overall economic health as spending choices shape business. While some sectors stall, most industry remains active and fear of unemployment influences buying, though saving and debt repayment fuel commerce. Price increases threaten sales. smart merchandising and selection beat reluctance. The consumer holds the key to our economy.
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Malcolm McNair
Harvard University
Too Many Committees Slow Defense Effort
A Wall Street Journal analysis notes that extensive committees slow the U S defense program. Naval, Army, and Air Force leaders say committees grow like weeds and hinder missile work. Defense Secretary McElroy sponsors a non committee group to propose a reorganization plan.
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The Wattles and Dot at the Ballpark
Dusty Rhodes wallops a homer as Willie Mays watches from the dugout. Miss Wattles, a good hearted but troubled woman, counsels Dot who struggles with drinking and failed relationships. Dot later dies by suicide leaving Miss Wattles a note about starting a new life.
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Willie Mays
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Case History of a Psychiatrist Harry Feels Ill At Ease
Case X-353 describes Harry B a 23 year old shy college graduate who struggles with social anxiety around women. He seeks help to overcome self consciousness and become comfortable in conversations and dating situations. The narrative notes that only children may lack lifelong contact with the opposite sex.
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George W. Crane
Harry B
Recession Watch Shows Cautious Consumer Spending
The Associated Press survey across cities finds consumers buying with caution, paying debts, and saving more while expecting prices to drop. Workers bear the recession’s brunt, with credit tightening for lower-income families and stores wooing new credit customers.
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Washington
Associated Press
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Los Angeles
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W. Va
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New York State
Assn
Minneapolis
Virginia
Maestro Devises 48 Strings And One Drummer
A stage scene opens with the maestro failing to control a 48 string orchestra and a single drummer. A nervous percussionist crashes cymbals and sets off a chain of quips about mischief and caution from the conductor.
Rancher Demands Jury Trial in Red Light Case
Modesto rancher Hermon Wadler chose a jury trial on a traffic charge in Redwood City before Municipal Judge Edward J. Ryan. Wadler admitted running a red light but claimed the officer blocked him. The jury convicted him. The judge fined him the maximum $53, noting the county loses $100 by a jury demand. Wadler said, I am satisfied.
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Calif
Modesto
Hermon Huh
Wadler
Edward J. Ryan
Ryan
Chester Fritz gives UND library a million dollars
A retrospective look recounts Chester Fritz born in Buxton North Dakota who made a fortune in foreign exchange and philanthropy. He donated one million dollars to the University of North Dakota library in gratitude for his North Dakota roots and education.
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Grand Forks Herald
Chester Fritz
University of North Dakota
North Dakota
China
American Metals Co
Buxton
University of Washington
Shanghai
Swan, Culbertson and Britt
United States
Fritz
Rome
Horatio Alger
Public forum criticizes new consumer gimmicks and advertising
Jessie B. Fiske protests marketing cleverness in finger nail aids such as polish dryers and press on polish, and questions claims about bandages rubber gloves and thimbles. She urges skepticism toward ads and new products like instant mashed potatoes and TV anti smoking spots, calling for public reflection. The letter from Athens is dated March 6.
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Jessie B. Fiske
Tomorrow's stars warn of complex relationships and cautious action
Personal ties may be foggy and thoughts clouded tomorrow so slow down and think before acting. Birthday readers can expect recognition for past efforts if they stay steady while seeking progress, travel opportunities between June and September may bring valuable contacts, and an October financial breakthrough boosts optimism.
Boots comic strip leaves Athens Messenger page
Reader notice asks why Boots was dropped from the paper. Editor notes the Messenger will discontinue its syndicate and switch to a new service, promising readers will enjoy new strips with broader appeal and a similar following.
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The Athens Messenger Front Page Billing Notice
The Athens Messenger lists daily and Sunday editions with carrier and mail delivery rates. Rates shown include one month 1.26 six months 6.50 12.00 and special Ohio and West Virginia mail terms.
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Sunday Messenger
Ohio & W. Va
Ecwnore
Ohio
A . Va
Athens
FMBCR
Associated Press
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