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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1953
Page
4
The notice lists publishers and editors of an Athens Ohio newspaper established in 1825 with daily and Sunday editions. It notes carrier and mail delivery rates, monthly and quarterly prices, and mailing zones for Ohio and West Virginia, with second class matter status under the 1918 act.
A column criticizes Commissioner T Coleman Andrews plan to eliminate income tax forms for 30 to 40 million Americans and shift tax burden to employers. It argues the proposal would intensify corporate levies and remove personal awareness of taxes while cautioning about Korea war stalemate and potential truce terms. The piece closes with unrelated letters and biblical quotes.
HAL BOYLE notes the Steinway piano marks 100 years as Ford hits 50. Theodore Steinway recalls Henry Steinway, from a bicycle shop to piano maker, and explains the family’s practice of gifting concert grands to artists while keeping strict craft standards. The fifth generation leads with a blend of skill and family ritual.
A World Today column recalls the unlikely friendship between American and Russian soldiers on the Mulde in 1945. It contrasts early camaraderie at Torgau with later divisions, quotes Gen. Omar Bradley and Gen. Ivan Koniev, and laments the iron curtain that followed victory. The piece ends with biblical reflections.
Ella J. describes following a dehydration diet to drop 11 pounds in 10 days from 148 to 123, boosting energy and sparking renewed affection from her husband. The plan limits fluid to eight to three cups daily and 800 calories with 400 calories from protein, plus physician guidance and a mailed bulletin offer.
Dr. Jordan explains two main stomach ulcer varieties as chronic disorders. Stress and emotional upset worsen symptoms, while treatments target acid reduction and nerve causes. Some patients benefit from vagus nerve surgery. calm, stable living may help prevent ulcers.
Astrological reading notes tomorrow favors brave acts and creative work. Emotions align with ambitious goals boosting chances in new ventures and courtship. Business and personal relationships appear friendly. travel planning or trips with companions looks good. If born today, a generous creative child may emerge. 1953 foresees a strong year ahead.
Fragmented OCR yields unclear items about books and bylines. No definite event dates or entities beyond Anthony and Baron appear. The readable text suggests a literary or publication note but lacks concrete facts for a full summary.
Mannering hides new books in sacks behind a hedge near an oak. He seizes a gray horse and flees as shots ring out from a man at the doorway. He dodges pursuit toward Lithom village while Longley cites recent digs and contemplates a sale of oddments.
TV listings for WLWO and other stations show a dense schedule with multiple time slots nightly through Friday and Saturday, featuring programs like Dinah Shore, Dragnet, Burns and Allen, Karate, sports, children’s shows, and late news, with changes as stations adjust lineups.
Radio listings show NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS Columbus and other stations with multiple time slots from noon to after 11 PM. Programs include news, dramas, music shows, variety, and children’s hours across May dates and Friday lineups.
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