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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1961
Page
4
The Athens Messenger issues from Athens Ohio on Tuesday March 7 1961. The edition provides local news notes and community notices from The Messenger Publishing Co. at 43 West Union Street.
A British study claims Cambridge students can stay healthy on two to three hours of sleep, echoed by a brain physiologist who says half the normal sleep may suffice. The author disagrees, favoring seven to eight hours, noting individual needs vary, and affirms personal enjoyment of sleep.
The piece argues strikes threaten a nationwide missile grid and cites Tucson Arizona where 18 Titan silo surveyors left work over a jurisdictional dispute on a 27 million dollar job. A restraining order followed and contractors sued the union for damages while an Air Force observer called for dispute procedures without work stoppages.
Ohio Senator Lausche, whose parents were Lithuanian immigrants, spoke at a Cleveland meeting observing Lithuania's 43rd independence anniversary. He noted population decline from three million to about 2.75 million since 1939, driven largely by refugees from Russian occupation. He warned Communist tyranny remains endangered by unrest in satellite nations.
Judy Joye, famed undersea diver and model, plans to be the first woman to hand feed a shark on NBC TV. She warns sharks are dangerous and urges divers to avoid tail-tweaking, offering safety tips and noting sharks attack mainly when provoked or mistaken for prey.
The piece argues Kennedy rises above controversy by calm leadership, contrasting Eisenhower’s measured approach with Kennedy opening the White House to public view. It notes televised briefings, late hours, and personal accessibility shaping public perception and pressuring Congress. Kennedy’s restraint purportedly limits adversaries’ ammo.
Readers share concerns about children learning bridge poker and rummy at home and worry about future gambling. Abby suggests card play is good mental exercise and a bonding activity. other letters discuss gossip at work and a spouse’s dieting and smoking temptations, with Abby offering blunt, practical guidance.
A morning quiz show contestant misses a $1000 by recalling four of five required countries starting with I. The exchange leads to the contestant naming Mrs John Ireland. Jerome Beatty recalls a Houston cocktail party quip about Naughtybird Curtsey and Labor Day house party. Henry Morgan weighs in on motorists and pedestrians. 1961 Bennett Cerf.
Haydenville Green PTA's February meeting featured the Green Elementary Band of 19 pieces with nine selections led by A F Core and assisted by Logan High School's director. President Don Taylor presided as the superintendent introduced three student teachers. The group approved funds for recreational equipment and a studio piano, thanked mothers for the sight-seeing program, and planned a St. Patrick's Day dance. The eighth grade won the room attendance award.
Mrs. Charles Vollmer entertained the Friends Club Friday evening at her home. Attendees included Mrs. Harry Swaim Mrs. Arthur Keplar Miss Nellie Allen of Logan Mrs. Porter Moore Mrs. Genevieve Martin Mrs. Roy Crothers and Mrs. Gertrude Achauer.
George Sokolsky analyzes the 1960s UN drama as Khrushchev misreads Kennedy and Stevenson. He argues Kennedy restores Eisenhower honors, Kabul debates attend. The piece flags three pivotal UN questions: Dag Hammarskjold’s fate, Congo removal, and Red China’s UN admission.
The article discusses WWI era psychological tests showing higher scores for Whites over Negroes and Northern Europeans over Southern Europeans. It notes language, economic, and educational factors shaped results and cautions against concluding native racial superiority. A Psychological Bulletin review finds wide differences remain and emphasizes social class influences on IQ. It also cites parental guidance on punishment and child behavior questions.
The MYF of the Vinton Charge attended a youth rally in Rio Grande Monday. Fifty eight persons were present, forty seven from Vinton. Chaperons included Mr. and Mrs. Lee George Dick Kennedy and Mrs. Eleanor White.
Mrs Eleanor White visited Mr and Mrs R B Poling. Mrs Marie Morarity has returned home from Pleasant Valley Hospital. Mrs Jane Poling and Mrs Elizabeth Cloud were recent visitors of Mr and Mrs E O Roush.
Records from the clerk of courts office show fifty three new cars purchased in Perry County during February. The report details the number of vehicles acquired as part of county procurement.
Published daily except Saturdays and Sundays. Rate schedule lists prices for daily and Sunday editions, mail and carrier delivery options, and subscription terms. The notice states Athens Ohio mailing details and associates the publication with the Associated Press.
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