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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1955
Page
4
The Athens Messenger reports a school event with unspecified details involving ABB HS, an usher, and individuals named Rene. The fragmentary item notes four are present and one usher, but lacks clear context or outcomes.
The 1953 Refugee Relief Act aims to admit 209000 refugees over three years but by April 8 only 1081 refugees and 562 orphans and 15201 relatives had entered. Critics say the act is unworkable and unduly restrictive, with sponsors required to guarantee housing and jobs, effectively creating a built in veto and hindering the program’s aims. Congress and the administration face pressure to modify or repeal the law.
The president may delay final word on running, keeping options open for 1956. An early announcement could solidify GOP support, shaping preconvention campaigns and minimizing rivals seeking delegates. If he runs, early clarity reduces wasted primary efforts. if not, candidates face a futile hunt.
A barber chair captive audience becomes a stage for politics as the barber union chief urges members to promote organized labor during customer chats. If enacted, customers face a unionized barbershop with pressure to abandon standard topics and push labor causes.
HAL BOYLE profiles Burl Ives, the folk singer turned actor, amid his cluttered New York apartment filled with government surplus souvenirs. He jokes about flags, drums, ship models, and his dream of a life at sea while detailing his playful plans and philosophy that life is full of hobbies and adventures.
More than half a million Americans will swarm Europe this year for culture or fun with thousands more heading to Latin America and the Far East. Heavy bookings, new ships and planes, and a predicted 10 percent rise in Atlantic travel mark the peak season. American spending on transport and services could reach nearly three billion dollars abroad. Airlines, ships, and tour groups report stronger reservations, with Pan American and TWA expanding flights and new aircraft entering service in June. Varig Airlines will join service late in the summer as New York to Brazil travel climbs about 8 percent yearly.
A teenager, Arleen, hides from dates and picnics due to terror of toads. She admits the fear makes her avoid eating out and sundown outings. Dr Crane discusses this phobic reaction as a suspect case and asks how to overcome the abnormal dread.
Discussion of fear and phobias, listing acrophobia agoraphobia cerophobia and necrophobia with guidance on overcoming fears. It notes the role of reason exposure and sometimes psychiatric help and invites readers to send for a book and a psychological chart.
Charles Sims of Mercerville visited his son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs George Brewer. The boys 4-H Club met Friday in Cameail Schook Bester were James Brewer and Bunny Boster vice president. Mrs A W Rowe visiting relatives in Kentucky. E D Welker and family visit Baltimore. Jean Frazier of Columbus visited Olin Lanier family. Mrs Malcolm Hubbard visiting daughter Ethel Clarke in Patriot. Haskel Rowe in Columbus spent weekend at home. Bill Sims Kingston called on Gilbert Boster and Linda Kuhn.
In a brutal bank fight at Northfield, Jesse and Bob Younger flee as Bill Chadwell, Clell Miller, and others fall. Fire from local citizens wounds and kills several, including Chadwell and Miller, while Bob and Jesse carry on toward Dundas. With night falling, the Younger gang presses on, facing injuries and dwindling horses. To Be Continue
Emotional mood may rise during social and romantic hours with allowances for others' views. Travel plans and cultural activities look favorable tomorrow with potential unusual financial opportunities. June to year end brings strong social and work prospects. October may bring temporary domestic stress. A child born today is described as sadistic yet studious, seeking constant prodding for success.
The Murray sixth and seventh grade team defeated the eighth graders 16 to 13. Teachers Mrs Lend Stedwell and Mrs Jo Ellen Roger will accompany their classes on a field trip to the Marietta Martus Museum on May 21. Local residents visited and hosted family members over the weekend, including Mr and Mrs Charlie Meatland and relatives from Butler and Columbus.
Radio listings show WPAR Parkersburg and WOUI Marietta with a daily schedule of AM and FM programs. Includes news and commentary segments, The One Man's Family show, various music and variety blocks, a Breakfast Club and Easy Does It, plus Health and Talk segments and late afternoon serials and house party style segments.
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