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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1952

Page

4

Messenger Publishing Company records and prices

Advertisement shows established 1825 newspaper details for The Messenger Publishing with O Gordon K Bush as publisher Joan W Webb as managing editor and Charles W Reamer as city editor. It lists delivery options daily or Sunday and mail rates across Ohio and West Virginia and other regions.

Frederick W. Bush the Messenger O. Gordon K. Bush Joan W. Webb Charles W. Reamer Ohio &W. Va Athens Oale Postoffice

Planned Potatoes: the 1952 shortage and political meddling

The 1952 potato flare-up is blamed on government subsidies and politics interfering with food production. The piece argues that stockpiles were dumped or sold at loss, growers overproduced then cut back, and future supply may normalize only after federal influence ends. It links high prices to inflation and laments planners affecting the harvest.

Washington Federals

Labor Law History Seen Through Taft Hartley And Wagner Acts

A Washington narrative reviews how Norris La Guardia Wagner Taft Hartley shaped unions and management relations, noting shifts under FDR Truman and Congress. It traces injunction limits and how steel disputes tested presidential power and legislative response.

Washington Congress Roosevelt Truman T-H

Fifty Years of Freedom Guns the American Press

HAL BOYLE argues that a free press sustains democracy and community vitality. He notes dictatorships suppress truthful reporting, while American newspapers thrive when unfettered, guided by local truth and civic responsibility. He cites William Allen White and the value of small to mid-sized papers.

America Jien William Allen White Emporia Kas New York Washington Chicago

Ohio lawmakers urge reforms to streamline state legislature

Akron Beacon Journal survey of 111 Ohio House and Senate members shows calls for stronger Legislative Research Bureau, full time bill drafters, an electric roll call board, annual sessions, joint committee hearings, and a budget expert staff. Support for lobbyists remains mixed. few favor faster sessions. Televised sessions proposed by one lawmaker.

Akron Beacon Journal Ohio House Senate Clydf Mann Arron Ohio Legislative Research Bureau Senate House Ohio General Assembly Beacon Journal Assembly

Hemorrhoids Causes Treatments and Risks

Dr. Edwin P. Jordan explains hemorrhoids as enlarged rectal veins that flare with strain and constipation. Bleeding itching and pain can occur with clots ulcers and anemia possible. treatment favors surgical removal under anesthesia though recurrence risks exist if underlying causes are not addressed. He notes hemorrhoids do not raise cancer risk.

Stars Foresee Excitement and Wise Deals for Tomorrow

The reading notes astral change and upheaval with opportunities to gain a proper view of unsettled conditions. It praises tact over force and prudent planning. Those born today have strong intellect and versatile minds, requiring discipline and calm in crises.

Court Martial Convicts Officer in Gift Scandal

Dayton based general court martial convicts Capt Jerry Mitchell 31 of Charleston West Virginia for six counts of accepting gifts from contractors at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. He is fined 1500 dollars and given a written reprimand. Fine to be deducted from monthly pay 125 dollars from a 624 dollar base.

Dayton Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Jerry Mitchell Charleston W. Va Air Force Mitchell

War casualty estimates for Korea conflict announced by UN and allies

United Nations and allied reports estimate 419 456 UN casualties and 1 666 069 Communist casualties after twenty two months of fighting in Korea. South Korea bears the largest UN loss with about 301 864 casualties including 29 494 dead and 65 601 prisoners of war. U S total to early this year tallies 107 666 with 16 898 dead.

United Nations N. Y Korea U U. S Republic of South U. S

Traffic Deaths Gain Slightly in Early 1952

The National Safety Council reports 7930 traffic deaths in the first quarter of 1952, up two percent from the same period last year. March deaths totaled about 2700, nearly identical to March 1951, while gasoline consumption data for March are not yet available. Americans appear to be driving about 11 miles for every 10 miles of 1951 in the first two months.

Chicago U. S National Safety Council

Nine-Year-Old Tries to Enlist in Marine Recruit Push

Philadelphia report details nine year old Thomas Grady who filled out a Marine enlistment postcard and mailed it. His mother Mrs. John A Grady of Abington said he is in fourth grade and was found out after the recruiting sergeant phoned. The event shows an unusual youth attempt to join the Marines.

Philadelphia Thomas Grady U. S. Marine John A. Grady Abington Tom

Alias Basil Willing by Helen McCloy

A mystery featuring Basil Willing as the central investigator. The narrative follows a suspenseful case with social circles and clues guiding toward a solution. The setting suggests mid 20th century intrigue and refined manners.

Alias Basil Willing Helen McCloy

impostor Basil Willing faces danger in a Paris card tale

Dr Basil Willing tracks an impostor to a psychiatrist's home where he is mistaken for the host. A blind woman hints at danger as the fake Willing and a mysterious little man converse over cocktails. The guest dies of suspected poisoning, hinting at a larger plot.

Basil Willing Pr. J Thomer Basil Bast Zimmer's

Television schedules and program list by stations

A detailed listing of programs across WLW channel 3 WLW and other stations with show times for cartoons news and dramas including Reds games and Derby coverage. The entries cover Kapita Fran Ollie Dennis Day News Caravan News Weatherman Perry Como and Kentucky Derby related segments across various channels.

Cisco Kid Wild Bill Hickok Kit Carson Ken Murray Boston Blackie WSAZ TVV Kukla Fran Ollie Norwood News Caravan Dennis Day Playhouse of Stars

Radio Program Schedule Listings Across NBC WLKW and Affiliates

A dense table of daily radio programs listing stations NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCCL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS Columbus WCHS Charleston and more. It covers noon to 1 pm and evening blocks with news, talk, musical variety, drama and youth programs. Includes hosts such as Jack Smith Bob Crosby Roy Renate Ozzie Harriet Judy Canova Jane Ace Gene Autry and Vaughn Monroe with multiple syndication notes and times.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCCL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston MBS WHKC Other WMOA Marietta WPAR Parkersburg WATH Athens Gallipolis WOU Nene Abe-Cha Abombs-East Kiddies Abcombs-West Nbe Abe Abe Beulah Cbs News Jack Smith Cbs Daily Cbs Evening Newsreel Roy Renate Musicland USA RichardDiamond Advent Maizie Bob & Ray Ebs F.B.I Abe Gracie Fields Marlo Lanza Cbs Ozzie & Harriet Abe R. Q Cbs Lancing Evenira Abe Smiley Whitley H. V. Kaltenborn NBC Symphony Abe al Helfer Cbs Dance Orchestra Jane Ace Abe Gene Autry Ralph Edwards Cba Theater of Air Judy Canova

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