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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1958

Page

4

Jenner-Butler Bill Backed After Judiciary Committee Vote

Supreme Court decisions on internal security face rollback as Jenner-Butler bill advances with a 10 to 5 committee vote. Proposals would let states prosecute subversive activity and redefine organize to include Communist party recruitment. Professor Edward S. Corwin lauded the move in a New York Times critique.

Senate Judiciary Committee Supreme Court Congress Communist Party America Edward S. Corwin New York Times Corwin Yates

Nixon Tour Provokes Outcry Across South America

A critical commentary denounces the handling of Vice President Nixon's goodwill tour in several South American nations. It argues governments failed to control mobs, warns of long-term repercussions, and questions future U S. aid plans while citing quotes on teaching and faith.

Nixon America United States Eisenhower Venezuela Nixons Dick Nixon

A Day in Washington with Jim Bishop Observations

Jim Bishop recounts a day in Washington visiting lawmakers and socialites. He details dinners with Mrs. O Connor and Senator Malone and Chavez relatives, a stop with Defense Secretary McElroy and Deputy Secretary Quarles, and reflections on his work and social scene before heading home to the Statler.

Washington, D. C No Man’s Land John W. Gates George Dixon George Capitol Molly O'Connor Supreme Court Senator Malone Nevada Lonesome Defense McElroy Himerness Proctor and Gamble Cincinnati New Jersey Fred Grimsey Mr. McElroy Donald Quarles James Forrestal Englewood N. J Teaneck Jim Bishop Col Frank Clarke Newton Air Force Public Information Mary Sentner Washington David

Myopia and the cure of sight through proper glasses

Dr George W Crane discusses Paul R a 12 year old with myopia and 75 percent vision in one eye and 10 percent in the other He explains how disuse harms the weaker eye and that balanced use with properly fitted glasses can restore vision He urges use of hearing aids too and invites readers to request his booklets through the newspaperPORTLAND Mr and Mrs Frank Ramsdell of New York visit relatives in town

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Official Figures Show Recession Spotty Across Sectors

The economy shows a mixed pattern in early 1958 with overall output down 4 percent from peak while industrial production falls over 12 percent. Durable goods orders slump while soft goods and services rise. farm income climbs as home building gains amid easier money for public works.

Ancient Greek roots in modern Broadway jokes

San Francisco attorney Nat Schmulowitz argues many jokes claimed as Broadway origins date back over two thousand years. He cites examples of scholastic humor where misunderstandings and farce reveal ancient wit, as printed in 198 by Bennett Cerf and distributed by King Features Syndicate.

San Francisco Nat Schmulowitz Broadway Jackass Bennett Cerf King Features Syndicate

Ghost writers and the compass of presidential oratory

In Herbert Hoover's new book he argues Woodrow Wilson wrote his own drafts with no ghost writer, noting Lincoln's Gettysburg Address as similarly self authored. The essay laments reliance on ghost writers and touts Lincoln, Wilson, and Hoover as men with original, specific ideas.

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Battle of the Virus Still Far From Won

The piece surveys virus diseases as a major medical challenge, noting 50 distinct illnesses and billions of lost days annually. It highlights partial protection from vaccines, hints at new synthetic compounds, and includes a Q A on diverticulosis and diverticulitis with basic symptoms and differences.

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Tomorrow’s stars favor social activity and caution

The horoscope says keep money matters tight as past restrictions linger. Social, outdoor, and hobby activities look favorable. If tomorrow is your birthday you show traits of conservation and perseverance for the next seven months to end the year financially ahead, despite tax and property hurdles. Avoid overextending yourself.

Athens Messenger ad listing subscription rates

The Athens Messenger announces rates for daily and Sunday editions. Carrier delivery by Sally and Sunday is 45 cents. Monthly and yearly mail subscriptions are described for Ohio and West Virginia residents. The paper is a second class matter under Associated Press.

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