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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1962
Page
8
The Athens school board argues 2.5 mills are needed to sustain added classrooms and teachers as enrollment grows each year. Citizens are urged to support the levy for continued quality programs and progressive community service.
At the dedication of the Eisenhower Library in Abilene Kansas General Dwight D Eisenhower urges a national revival of moral spiritual and patriotic ideals. He criticizes vulgarity in media and asserts America is strong and capable of withstanding outside harm.
The senate note warns that with Justice Frankfurter still convalescent and Justice White newly seated the seven member court will decide most cases. A Florida case on appointed counsel for indigent defendants in noncapital crimes was decided unanimously for counsel but the broader issue was left open. Four justices would require counsel in all criminal cases. States are cautioned that a full court may impose this obligation.
The National Labor Relations Board's 1961 elections show unions winning 56.1 percent of contests and 59.4 percent of votes, both record lows. After decades of rapid organizing most large plants are already unionized, while smaller workplaces resist and disillusionment grows.
The piece argues that the United States has three coequal government branches but a centralized executive power. It contrasts British cabinet elections, notes amendments to the Constitution, and explains citizen redress options while stressing final presidential responsibility.
Dear Abby counsels changing locks after a blended marriage and warns about a suspected movie talent scout. The letter from a 17 year old asks if the man is legitimate and Abby suggests a formal screening by meeting parents before any further steps.
A psychiatrist recounts CASE M-406 about Joan R. a 22 year old engaged woman whose fiancé notes a drop in grooming hygiene and manners since the engagement. He worries about potential wifely duties and home care, urging caution in courtship and stressing the danger of presenting only a polished front before marriage.
A long list of visitors calls on families in Chester and surrounding areas. S Sgt. and Mrs. Albert Peterson with daughter join Mrs. Wilma Ginther and kin. others include Mr. and Mrs. Philip Bayles, Mr. and Mrs. Orville Watson, Mrs. Effie Watson, Bill Watson, and more. A note on young people asks readers to case prospective mates thoroughly.
President Kennedy pursues noninflationary contracts by urging public interest and employing persuasion and threats of antitrust action. A steel settlement showed limited success before price hikes emerged, prompting plans for fact finding boards and broader labor management support to curb wage and price increases.
Hal Boyle notes Garry Moore, famed as Thomas Garrison Morfit, reaches his 5000th national network broadcast. Moore reflects on a 27 year radio and 12 year TV career with CBS earning an estimated 15 to 20 million annually and credits youthful enthusiasm, gratitude, and avoiding spectacle for enduring success.
The Messenger urges Christian citizens to vote in primaries and general elections. It urges study of candidates, writing to representatives, and supporting qualified men and women for city, county, state, and national offices. Mrs Homer Brown Athens May 4.
The Athens Ohio Messenger lists daily and Sunday editions with carrier and mail delivery options. It notes prices for daily, Sunday, and weekly subscriptions, and provides mailing details and the Athens post office designation.
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