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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1961

Page

4

The Thin Washington Air Of The New Frontier

The Wall Street Journal criticizes the New Frontier for shallow thinking and vague policies. It argues that urban, economic, and foreign policy programs lack depth and understanding of human factors, favoring federal solutions and political gains over sound philosophy.

Washington Department of Urban Affairs America Cuba Laos Southeast Asia Franklin Roosevelt Mr. Roosevelt The Wall Street Journal

Diluted Heritage and the Fate of American Architecture

The piece argues that architectural value shifts with critics and generations, making consensus on preservation hard. It notes U S landmarks fall to freeways and population growth while England preserves centuries old villages, warning against losing a broad architectural heritage to brief fashion.

United States England America

Pressure on the Fed Protecting Monetary Stability

The piece argues Congress pressures the Federal Reserve Board with recommendations for cheap money, risking independence. It defends the 14 year terms and insulation from politics as essential to a stable currency, urging Congress to preserve that autonomy. It also notes women dominate purchasing and outlive men, with high prices not deterring them.

America Federal Reserve Board Congress Joint Economic Committee FRB Federal Reserve System

Minow Speech Sparks Debate on TV Licensing Power

James New ton N Minow as FCC chairman warned broadcasters that renewal will not be pro forma and urged public hearings in communities served. The piece questions his role policing content while defending television’s reach and arguing licensing should serve the public interest, not a few executives.

Newton N. Minow Minow Federal Communications Commission National Association of Broadcasters Mr. Minow Kennedy John F. Kennedy Garry Moores Perry FCC Channel 10 Miami

Dear Abby column letters offer blunt social guidance

The column features readers asking about college degrees arrogance marital power privacy and a child’s need for privacy. Abby replies with blunt social observations and practical advice while inviting readers to write for personal guidance.

Doctor Crane Diet Claims Lose 10 Pounds in 10 Days

Irene B. seeks Dr. Crane's method to shed 30 pounds, while the dieter’s plan emphasizes dehydration and strict fluid limits. The regime prescribes 800 calories for women and 1200 for men, with daily protein, limited fluids, and avoidance of meals drinks to curb appetite.

Mrs. Crane George W. Crane Irene B Alcoholics Anonymous

Try and Stop Me Humorous Wall Street Dentist Joke

A Wall Street banker suffers tooth aches and learns from a waiting-room anecdote that a past client’s work on his teeth brought relief only after a mishap. The punchline links his dental anxiety to a comical misfortune observed during fishing. Bennett Cerf 1961.

Wall Street Bennett Cerf King Features Syndicate

Miss Peggy Lynn Imboden’s Fifth Birthday Party

Dorcas Imboden celebrated Peggy Lynn Imboden’s fifth birthday with games prizes ice cream cake and snacks. Family friends and neighbors attended including Connie Roush Amanda Roush Glenn Roush Randy Wendorf and others. The event raised funds as Robert Beegle’s eighth grade class staged a play at the high school with proceeds for the emergency squad fund.

Dorcas Peggy Lynn Imboden Kenneth Imboden Connie Roush Amanda Glenn Roush Randy Jeff Wendorf Rita Mike Salser Marie Harry Nels Pickens Jan Matthew Johnson Ricky Ramona Charles Snyder Karla Theiss Quincy Alshire Susan McCauley Arthur McCauly Marion Pickens Harry Pickens Barbara Roush Ollie Mae Cozart Oretha Snider Lynn Beegle Brian Harold Beegle Robert Beegle

Thanks for a job well done Don Lash of Athens

The public tribute praises Don Lash as a master craftsman whose framing and photographs have supported art in Athens. His work appears in The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Huntington Museum, with pieces in Columbus and international venues. Swyers notes his devotion to Athens and city life.

United States Athens Picasso Mary Don Lash Mr. Lash Metropolitan Museum of Art Huntington Museum Cutler, Hall The Renown and the Unknown Leopold Belgium Columbus Ohio Nigeria Tokyo London Paris Michael Swyers

Gold standard and fiat money debated by George Sokolsky

Sokolsky argues against removing gold backing from the dollar and creating fiat money. He criticizes Secretary Dillon and Congressman Multer for proposals to shift currency away from gold, warns of loss of confidence, and notes a Keynesian influence on modern banking ideas. He cites global gold reserves and the dangers of barter as a fallback.

House of Morgan J. P Morgan Harvard Congress Abraham J. Malter Brooklyn Dillon Great Britain West Germany France Soviet Russia United States Congressman Multer

Voters To Receive Hospital Issue Again

Perry County leaders plan to place a hospital question before voters in November. The measure, previously rejected twice, aims to build a 50 bed facility costing about 1 million dollars. Hill Burton funds would cover one third, with $667000 locally.

New Lexington Perry County Hill-Burton

Flasher light crossing demand to save children on Route 4

South Canaan and Harmony Road residents demand action at the railroad crossing after three fatal years. A weeklong line of empty box cars on the siding blocks sightlines into Athens, risking a school bus tragedy. Local residents urge immediate safety measures before a deadly incident occurs.

South Canaan Harmony Road Athens

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