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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1950
Page
4
The Star Telegram argues for true competitive equity in transport. It cites railroads as the only self supporting system amid subsidies for airports and highways and calls for each transport form to bear its full costs to deliver a natural healthy national system.
In a portrait of Maribel Vinson at 38, the former world and national champion recalls starting skating at age two, balancing sport with education, and her lifelong passion. She notes the rise of young skaters turning pro, the 11 month training year, and her rivalry with Sonja Henie remained cordial while she focuses on her two daughters.
Police link fingerprints to the library telephone base found at Wendell Palmer’s murder scene. Detective Silvers believes the weapon implicates the killer as Azalea Palmer and Paul Moody become focal suspects amid reporters’ rush to publish. Witnesses describe Moody’s entry and confrontations, with Kelso probing for more witnesses as the case unfolds.
The Labour government weathered initial Conservative front in Parliament winning three of four votes by 14 25 and 19 margins. Conservatives aim to harass rather than topple, hoping worsening economy boosts their chances, but both sides see a long struggle ahead with no clear winner yet.
The records of traffic accidents imply higher liability rates for drivers under 25 while older drivers may see rate cuts. The piece questions whether higher costs will curb risky behavior, noting young drivers’ sharp reflexes and risk taking. It suggests aging will shift attitudes as they became the next generation of elders demanding accountability.
Canada’s CIO leaders propose a National Federation of Un employed Workers to aid jobless citizens in securing relief unemployment insurance and welfare benefits. The plan also envisions pump priming projects to create work for members. Critics warn heavy emphasis could erode membership and threaten the economy if an organizing drive begins.
The Federal Trade Commission charges Bristol-Myers Resistab and Anahist Anahist with false and misleading claims that they cure or prevent the common cold. The case marks the FTC’s first formal action from its antihistamine advertising probe, with hearings and possible court appeals to follow.
Complete returns from Russia claim 99.96 percent turnout in the latest Soviet election. The piece jokes about the remaining 0.04 percent, implying they were sick or silenced, noting citizens are supposedly free to vote but not free to abstain.
The federal payroll includes 848 567 typewriters, equating to about 3.6 machines per stenographer and typist.
Athens County readers urge aid for a destitute seven member family facing unemployment and utilities loss while criticizing installment buying and labor practices. Letters discuss Taft and Taft Hartley law, urging adherence to law and order, with opinions from Don O. Aten of Letart West Virginia.
A reader praises an editorial and recalls a Pittsburgh construction incident where workers danced on girders while the foreman was away. The letter questions labor’s demands for pay and work in the ongoing labor controversy.
Quiz hall by Wilton E Hall presents a set of multiple choice questions across gender and teen categories. It includes answers encoded in a scrambled line at the end and assigns point values for correct responses.
Mrs. Ahna Sams of Athens writes about the lack of a humane officer in Athens county amid new law allowing cruelty cases. She recalls witnessing a man maim a dog for hunger and thirst and notes no humane officer exists to report such abuse.
Athens County dog warden recounts Harvey Charles 13A East State Street Athens Ohio was fined five dollars and costs by Justice Bill Bailey for harboring a dog without a tag. Affidavit sworn by Homer Barnhart Athens March 20.
A Carbondale reader laments two nearby churches failing to unite for youth outreach. A young man started Boy Scout involvement, but locals, calling themselves Christians, resist support. The writer urges unity to guide children away from harsh outcomes and toward shared programs.
Five generations gathered at Floyd Kidd’s Trimble home last weekend for a family reunion dinner. Attendees included Frank Kidd of New Athens and Gerald Edward of Murray City, with Edith Kidd’s daughter Henrietta Weatherman of Columbus and her daughter Shirley Hayes and her month old son. Eight grandchildren and one great grandchild were present.
Mrs. Bryan Ward and companions spent a day with Mrs. Mal Houston and Mrs. J. C. Johnston. Carl Oliver hosted the No Boss Club. Henderson visitors Mr. and Mrs. Chester Hudson visited his father J. D. Hudson. Columbus guests Mr. and Mrs. Roy Wartenburg visited sister Mrs. Cora Black. Columbus pair Mr. and Mrs. Johnie Raike Jr. visited his parents. Iva Cornstalk of Huntington visited sister Mrs. Luther Lee. Mrs. A. F. Burris and Mrs. Virgil Burris of Point Pleasant visited Mrs. K. D. Black who was 11. George Queen, GSI attendant, was off duty. Earl Swisher, grocer, ill at home. Mrs. Ella Asbury reported ill. The CIC Club met at Mrs. Ada Duckworth with fourteen members and refreshments.
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A detailed listing of programs across WLW Channel 3, WTVN Channel 6, WBNS Channel 10, and WSAZ Channel 6, covering Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon. Entries include game shows, children’s programs, news segments, theater, and feature programs with time blocks and subject notes.
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