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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1961
Page
4
The piece argues that consumer caution harms the retail economy during recessions. Delayed durable purchases and credit payment withholding hurt others and hinder overall business. Seasonal changes and rising activity signals offer hope for recovery, urging people to release purchasing power. Ex congressman Jenner and the Kennedys are noted, with a closing quip about having everything yet wanting nothing.
Supreme Court Chief Justice Earl Warren, appointed in 1953 by President Eisenhower, recently turned 70. He is likely to stay on beyond retirement age, given judges’ reluctance to retire early. His leadership helped unify the court culminating in 1954 with the landmark school desegregation ruling.
The article assesses Malta's decline as a strategic hub after the rise of missiles and subs. Britain plans to offset dockyard losses with new industrial projects and tourism aimed at rivaling Spain and the south of France. Malta’s rich history and beaches are highlighted as future attractions.
A writer recalls buying a blue green corduroy jacket in Sweden in 1946 and resists his wife and daughter embracing the trend. He fears corduroy will permeate life from home decor to meals, while longing for the anonymity of khaki. He reflects on style, memory, and resistance to change.
Laotians show little concern for the U S Soviet clash over their land. Most back Prince Souvanna Phouma neutral stance while aid from both sides fuels a potential split. Vietnam parallels are drawn as colonial history repeats with rising Communist pressure and regional tension.
Readers discuss the value and limits of Abby’s advice, noting therapy in confession and the impact of brief guidance. Questions cover moral upbringing with married men, avoidance of temptation, and a late riser seeking to end morning calls. Abby recommends direct commands and possible professional help, with submission instructions for personal letters.
Dr George W Crane answers a reader named Pete J aged 37 who runs a gas station across from a rival with higher business The column stresses the importance of friendly nonverbal cues smiles windshield cleaning and quick oil changes to win customers It urges sales staff to go the second mile and asks readers to request a booklet on Modern Sales Advertising Strategy by sending stamps and a self addressed envelope to the newspaper.
In 1961 Bennett Cerf presents a humorous vignette about a violinist Kreisler who hawks his card tricks at a party and jokes about an agent. A New Jersey man Walter Bliss buys his wife costly china as a birthday gift, sparing himself chores but earning banishment from the kitchen.
Johnnie Hetzer a Rio Grande College student visits two weeks with his parents near Lock 20. Opal Randolph of Reedsville spends time with Eden visitors P R Randolph and Erwin Cain. Charles Donaldson hosts Mrs Donaldson's parents Ralph Barton and Larry from Rockbridge.
George Sokolsky outlines four enduring effects from World War I and their aftermath. Empires collapsed and new powers rose, including the United States and Soviet Russia, reshaping geopolitics and economies. He warns that rising Sinic power could absorb India, and notes a shift from natural law to Marxist and liberal critiques affecting religion and family.
A satirical piece airs a long wagon train saga as sponsors push products from deodorants to girdles and laxatives. The sketch shows competing commercial pings shaping a dramatic rescue while the Indians, riders, and a bikini of humor play through the late night broadcast. The Athens Messenger lists its daily and Sunday editions with pricing and mailing details.
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