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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1952
Page
4
Athens Ohio Page reports local happenings including community events, school notes, and brief notices for Wednesday March 26 1952. The item highlights are compact items typical of a university town paper with concise news briefs.
An analysis based on A S McLeod with U S News & World Report argues that a 1929 scale crash is unlikely as arms spending declines. Mortgage credit remains stable and bank failures are unlikely. Population growth could lift demand for homes and durable goods, implying a modest downturn 10 to 20 percent and a one to two year recovery.
Reciprocal agreements among towns villages and rural areas aim to boost fire protection for thousands of people and hundreds of properties. Modern equipment enables rapid ambulance response and targeted suppression saving homes while reducing water damage. The plan acknowledges uneven reach in isolated spots but anticipates broad rural urban coverage and cost containment amid higher building values. God is on the side of virtue, Colton.
New York columnist Hal Boyle muses on television as a home exercise of answering a non own phone and as a political stage. He warns that TV can build or destroy public opinion and suggests sponsors may push commercials over programs. He jokes about households and pets affected by TV and a wife who lost sewing skills.
The piece argues that both Republicans and Democrats will flood the electorate with foreign policy claims and counterclaims as the 1952 campaign ends. It notes the Truman administration’s policies on Korea and Europe, the 80 page Our Foreign Policy 1952 document, and critiques of Acheson and Truman for their limited public explanations.
Dr. Jordan outlines Parkinsons disease or shaking palsy with symptoms of resting tremor, slowed movements, stiffness, reduced facial expressiveness, and possible triggers from infections or anxiety. He notes higher risk with age, potential vascular links, and that treatments like cold water, exercises, sun baths, massage, and vitamins have limited success. He calls for improved treatments and prevention.
The Messenger invites submissions to publish addresses of men and women in military service from Athens Ohio. Readers should include complete home town, service member name, and sender details. The notice lists several names with ranks and units, including Floyd Baring and Cecil H Rife of Athens and Robert Lee Tucker of Athens, among others, connected to APO addresses.
The Stars forecast a day starting with tense, disorienting situations but soon easing into friendly guidance and practical steps. Birthday individuals may show discernment and latent talent, while a stubborn issue may require a friendly hand and cautious planning before decisive progress.
Private detective Orth poses as a playboy guest at Cravath’s Windover estate after a Cravath stockbroker is found dead on Peacock Path. Two life threats against Marney Cravath precede the case as Dolly Dumont warns Orth to leave, and Cravath confides in him while guiding a plan to involve police carefully amid a fatal accident rumor.
A dense listing showcases multiple stations in Cincinnati Columbus Huntington Parkersburg Athens Marietta Gallipolis with frequencies and hours. It also catalogs daily noon to evening program blocks including news sports drama variety and kids shows across networks such as abe mbs cbs and abc.
Boston scientists at Massachusetts General Hospital study an electric needle approach to pain relief for cancer patients. They target a brain center believed to route most pain signals and plan to destroy it with an electric spark. Initial tests on monkeys precede human trials, aiming to reduce pain without altering personality.
The Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, upheld James Rutkin’s conviction for evading tax on $250,000. The government argued the funds were extorted from Joseph Reinfeld, Rutkin’s business associate. Justice Burton delivered the majority. Justice Black dissented with Justices Reed, Frankfurter and Douglas joining.
In Dallas, an 80-year-old man with a heart attack asks a doctor to keep him alive until the November election. The plea highlights voter concerns and the immediacy of political stakes for elderly citizens.
A 1880s European circus tour impressed Kaiser Wilhelm II who reportedly ordered the German Army to adopt the circus system for feeding and traveling. The claim highlights the era’s interest in streamlined logistics and efficiency in military provisioning.
A dense schedule bulletin listing WLWC channel 3 WBNS channel 5 and others with daily programs from early morning to late night. Includes news weather and variety shows such as Kukla Fran and Ollie Perry Como Arthur Godfrey and Bride and Groom among others.
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