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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1949
Page
4
The Athens Ohio editorial argues for higher pay for medical workers nurses welfare staff and other professionals in mental health. It claims better compensation will save money by enabling more effective treatment and cites the state offering study opportunities through its welfare department. It stresses urgent need for trained experts to aid mentally ill citizens.
Washington reports Spain moves to win back allies and join the North Atlantic Pact. A New York public relations firm and special counsel aid the Embassy’s cultural outreach while Jose Felix de Sequerica leads a nine month campaign. Charles Patrick Clark handles lobbying with an eye on junkets to Spain next summer.
A narrator, escorts Roger the chauffeur on a brisk Montana day. They visit Gore Field base, the car sinks in ice, and a tow crew rescues it. Roger earns cheers for a two alarm rescue and offers to host a pot luck supper while sharing drinks and kitchen help.
The Mississippi congressman first backed a vast 125 billion dollar World War II era pension plan, then introduced a modest 72 dollar monthly aid for aging World War I veterans. Observers speculate motives range from revenge to steering policy toward isolationism, with fellow critic Vito Marcantonio aligned on opposing European aid.
A writer argues for early treatment of mental illness based on draft era findings. He cites Ohio data suggesting a significant share of youths were unfit for military service and warns many may become public charges without intervention. The piece advocates state programs, research, and custodial care avoidance.
A railing attack argues that peace talks mask Soviet aims to expand influence and tighten control behind the iron curtain. It contends genuine dissent is suppressed, production falters, and Russia moves to force conformity through propaganda and armed deterrence.
Dr Edwin P. Jordan outlines infectious mononucleosis as likely viral, with symptoms such as loss of appetite fever and lymph gland enlargement. Diagnosis relies on leukocyte changes and the heterophile antibody test, and most cases resolve without specific treatment though fatigue may linger. The piece also addresses a reader question on bad breath, noting multiple possible causes from oral health to digestive tract issues and smoking.
Washington explains initial 15 month rent control extension and new provisions. Tighe Woods oversees 600 offices and 800 advisory boards with appeals possible in a federal court. The law lets states or localities wipe out federal controls with governor signoff, and allows reimposition of controls as needed. Veterans gain extended preference, trailers return to control, and evictions can be halted by court injunction. no new 15 percent rent increases are authorized.
Hamden noted numerous weekend visitors including Mr. and Mrs. John Bobo of Dayton to Mr. and Mrs. V. C. Bobo and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Salts. Mrs. Autye Baker hosted relatives in Gallipolis. births announced for Holzer Hospital in Gallipolis with Everett Webb as grandparent. visits extended to Cincinnati, Columbus, Springfield, McArthur and Dundas.
Samuel M. Coplon, 69, father of Judith Coplon, a government figure in a spy investigation, died Tuesday in New York. The report notes his daughter’s involvement in the investigation and identifies his age and relation.
Mineral in Athens County once thrived as a railroad junction for the Carbondale mines and a timber and coal hub. The town, originally Mineral City, sits along Route 356 near Waterloo Creek and hosts historic sawmills, mines, and early schools, with numerous 19th century residents connected to rail, trade, and church life.
Ten question quiz with categories for men women and teens. Answers reveal scoring thresholds from Genius to Average and cover topics from Bible apostles to geography and Rhode Island history.
Copenhagen reports the death of Prince Harald, aged 72, uncle of King Frederick IX of Denmark and brother of King Haakon VII of Norway. The piece recalls local figures such as barber and photographer Fred Graves and lists several long-established Mineral homes and families, noting a memorable childhood accident involving one of Harald’s sons.
A detailed listing of television and radio programming across networks from 6:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. next day, including news, music, game shows, dramas, sermons, and sports commentary. Programs feature abc cbs mbs bea and other outlets with noted repeats and hour-long blocks.
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