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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1963

Page

8

Kennedy flatly defends Cuba policy amid Republican criticism

President Kennedy faced mounting GOP and Rockefeller criticism on Cuba while arguing his handling of the crisis strengthened U S resolve. He warned that blocking oil to Cuba could trigger war and emphasized avoiding a bloody invasion, insisting removing communism from Cuba remains vital to U S security.

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Budget Battle Shapes Up For 1964 Spending Talks

Republican leaders press to cut 10 to 15 billion from Kennedy's 108 billion 1964 budget as hearings begin in the House Appropriations Committee. Kennedy says no cuts, while Democrats seek concrete reductions to secure tax cuts and reforms. Emerson quote ends the piece.

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Angel Island to be offered as surplus property

The United States will sell Angel Island formerly Alcatraz as surplus property. The maximum security prison will close July 1 and bids may be placed by anyone with a plan and funds. Sellers may face bidding struggles similar to Ellis Island in New York Harbor.

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Cuban Refugees in West Palm Beach Face Castro Fallout

Juan Lima and his wife Suzana recount escape from Havana after Castro’s rise. They describe confiscation of property, loss of their home and dog, failed money transfers, and hopeful Cuban refugees in Florida with leaders they doubt will unite.

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Dear Abby Letters Reveal Quirks and Dilemmas

A selection from Dear Abby complaints and queries covers a justice of the peace who wears a hat during weddings, an anxious fiancé with a problematic plan involving a 13-year-old, whether separated spouses deserve anniversary reminders, and a jab at postage rates. Abby’s guidance weighs dignity, family dynamics, and practical sentiment.

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False Vanity Dr. Crane Helps Rehabilitate a Clergyman

Joseph T aged 48 a once popular clergyman resisted wearing a hearing aid fearing vanity guilt. Dr George W Crane persuades him to try aids restoring hearing and reviving church attendance. The column urges using glasses hearing aids and confidence to improve life and work.

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Athens County Land Transfers Summary

John Clifford transfers five Trimble County tracts to Ruth F. Moorehead in Lancaster. John L. C. Kelley transfers Inlet 1521 in Tucker Addition to Athens to Kenneth FE. Ouinn. Charles Herman Ruble of Nelsonville sells east half of Inlet 96 in Nelsonville to Marianne Frank. G. Roy Wilson sells Farm Lots 88 and 56 in Athens to James V. Lawrence.

John Clifford Ruth F. Moorehead Lancaster Trimble County John L. C. Kelley Kenneth FE. Ouinn Inlet A. W. Allom Tucker Athens Charles Herman Ruble Nelsonville Marianne Frank G. Roy Wilson James V. Lawrence

Travel trailer dream drives global aging caravan

A columnist lauds the Wally Byam Caravan Club for retirees seeking adventure in later life. The Around The World Caravan plans 12 months and 250 members in 100 trailers, budgeting about 13000 dollars per couple for ocean travel and global experiences.

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Reader believes life sentence in Athens County murder best

In a letter to The Messenger Our Readers Editor argues the jury was right to impose life imprisonment rather than death for a murder case. The writer says death would end the matter quickly, cites the Bible, and urges reflection on the severity and consequences for the executor. The author also questions University hiring of professors.

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Portland News Notes of Local Visits and Guests

Portland residents and out of town guests share social visits. Earl Wells hosts and guests include Charles DeLong Racine Cecil Rockhold Hockingport Marvin Allen Shirley Horner East Liverpool and others from Columbus Hamilton Hillsdale Mich Middleport Belpre and Chillicothe.

Portland Earl Wells Charles DeLong Racine Cecil Rockhold Hockingport Marvin Allen Shirley Horner East Liverpool James Mitchell Columbus Paul Schuler Wilma Gene Wells Gregory Hillsdale Mich Norman Deem Middleport Ed Deem Cecil McLeod Belpre Kenneth McLeod

Burlingham Family News and Local Guests

Harley Saylor and Jacky Frost spent a weekend with sister and family the Paulsons in Burlingham. Mrs Hull Frost returns home to Ashland with them. Dinner guests included Rev Earl Cowen and others in Harrisonville. Mrs Lizzie Blackwell plans a short stay with daughter Elsie Haning. Ralph Kern returns to Columbus school after flu. Visits among local families noted in Burlingham and Athens areas.

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