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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1962
Page
6
The article argues that the Laos and Thailand situation could spark rapid, poorly reported actions by U S forces and warns against a Korea style war. It suggests administration aims to boost credibility and distract from economic concerns as manufacturing improvements stall.
The piece traces Billie Sol Estes rapid rise in grain storage and his ranking among top recipients of government storage payments. It notes 1952 storage costs under 75 million, totals rising to 447 million by later years, Estes earning 776,802 in 1959 and expanding to six elevators with 3.42 million in a recent year, while six related firms drew 1.97 million. It argues reducing surpluses by free market farming would curb such costs and corruption.
Economists at the Bureau of Research of Indiana University revised their first quarter GNP forecast to 548 billion dollars, slightly below government estimates. They expect 555 billion for Q2, rising to 570 billion by Q4 as government outlays grow, equipment spending improves, durable goods demand stays strong, and exports surprise on the upside.
Researchers from the National Institute of Mental Health report that couples' reactions to a color swatch task predict long term marriage outcomes. They note that tolerance of conflict and joint exploration of alternatives indicate more adequate marriages, while rapid dispute and stagnation signal risk.
The author argues stock values hinge on confidence, outlines how market swings affect real wealth, and critiques tax policy and federal oversight. He cites Gresham's Law, calls for an impartial study of confidence losses, and references the Hoover Commission and Kennedy connections.
A collection of Dear Abby letters covers party dancing injuries and relationship conflicts. ALEXANDRIA asks about her 6'4" husband who twists at parties and is told sedatives may help. HEAVY HEART discusses a 17 year old dating a 19 year old painter and the mother’s meddling. SUMMER BRIDE queries who should host bridal showers. BRIDE learns close relatives should not host showers. CONFIDENTIAL invites readers to request a personal reply from Abby via mailed self-addressed envelope.
Indiana youth delegation of 35 from Miami County attends a Chicago Temple Bible Class. The session includes a forum on high school completion college earnings venereal disease teen concerns and "fear parties" to reduce anxieties. Dr Crane booklet offer and instructions are provided for readers seeking guidance.
Weekend visitors to Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Haning include their children Dena Waltha Janice and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Allen and children. Pvt. Kenneth Han ning is stationed at Fort Knox Kentucky. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jewell Rutland stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Glen Jewell. Mrs. Duane Stanley and son Steve Harrisonville visited her mother Mrs. Nada Town send. Mr. and Mrs. Dale Barnhart Bradbury visited Mr. and Mrs. Herb Barnhart recently.
The Algerian crisis questions De Gaulle’s will and ability to crush the Secret Army, as months of murder persist while France hesitates to deploy the army. Moslem nationalists demand independence after years of revolt, with a referendum looming next September.
Grace G Greiner of Guysville argues education is lifelong and centered in the home with father as head and mother as heart. The piece stresses home influence shaping schools and community, urging responsible homes to save the nation, followed by a Carbondale reader’s poem about hiding sorrow behind laughter.
Kyger Kyger Council 227 Daughters of America held its annual inspection with District Deputy Edith Wakely of Marietta as inspecting officer. Members present included Edith Betzing of Forrest Rose 285 Tuppers Plains Cora Ward Hannah Harrison Garnet Rupe Ruth Mack Laura Thompson Violet Rupe Malinda Bradbury Lucille Mulford and Mary Sisson. A get well card was sent to Manilla Lemley. Kay Darst returned home from Meigs General Hospital. Grange delegates from the area attended Harrisburg with Little Kyger Grange in charge of the program.
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