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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1954
Page
4
Hal Boyle notes the old tradition that defeated candidates must pose as cheerful losers. Following election losses yesterday, hundreds will send congratulatory telegrams to the winners to maintain decorum and unity in the political process.
A column argues against assuming guilt from charges by invoking the smudge pot metaphor. It warns that fear and smokescreens fuel public attacks and calls for a national antismoke ordinance to distinguish real fires from manufactured suspicions in American politics.
A columnist argues India’s call for a temporary arms truce is flawed and unrealistic. The piece asserts U S nuclear superiority deters Soviet aggression, warns that any halt would freeze the deterrent, and urges enforceable disarmament with strong checks. It criticizes political posturing and suggests sharper, harsher post election replies.
A look at President Eisenhower's cautious involvement in the 1954 campaign. He initially planned limited public activity but faced increasing demands from Republicans seeking help and consideration of speaking out. Nixon praised his active role, while Eisenhower insisted the presidency remain nonpartisan. The administration faced tension over campaign involvement and the perceived use of office to aid partisan efforts.
Greg Seaver quits his job to strike out on his own with Wade Daggett, a crippled retiree. They plan a road journey to a West place Daggett loves, while Greg wrestles with family obligations, fear, and a new sense of liberty as he begins an unpredictable life on Daggett’s payroll.
The article presents Dr Georges W. Crane’s claim that homosexuality is not innate, cites case history of Tom W. and argues most people experience a heterosexual transition by adolescence. He urges scientific understanding, notes possible social harms, and offers to send psychological charts to readers.
Dr. Jordan explains bed-wetting beyond normal bladder development reflects emotional factors. Harsh discipline worsens issues. several methods exist from fluid reduction to nocturnal waking, and a moisture alarm pad used under medical guidance can help.
The WSCS met at Mrs. Clarence Price's home with ten members and one visitor. Halloween decorations and church basement parties followed by refreshments prepared by Mrs. Price and her daughter Patsy. Local residents and visitors from Belpre East Liverpool Bridgeport Conn Parkersburg Pittsburgh Steubenville Del Ray Beach and Columbus were noted alongside hospital stays and recent moves.
The horoscope advises cautious financial dealings and careful review of documents, with advice to seek counsel. Evening gaiety, romance for youth, and travel plans are highlighted. For birthdays tomorrow, better financial outlook starts late December, with a strong six months for contracts and collaborations, plus a July–August romance phase. A born child is described as imaginative analytic with strong will.
Mr and Mrs Bruce May returned to Tucson Arizona after thirty days on leave from the Air Force. The Youth Fellowship of the Church of Christ held a Halloween party on Oct 27 at the church basement with seventy five attendees. Prizes went to Marjorie Foley Kathy Thomas and Dee Thom as and Osa Turner. Sandwiches doughnuts and cocoa were served. Guests and weekend visitors included Kenneth Bostwick of San Diego and Sidney Burton and sons Danny and Billy of Galion. The WSCS of the Methodist Church plans a meeting at Mrs Pearl Little's home on Nov 3 with Mrs Little and Mrs Burchfield as hostesses. Howard Vanmeter and children from Elyria visited relatives here. Herman Welch of Circleville visited Drexel Lambert Robert Snowden and Bobby Lee. Jack Phillips a Navy man stationed at Norfolk Virginia visited his family here.
Station table shows ABC WCOL in Columbus 1230 KC NBC WLW Cincinnati 700 KC CBS WBNS Columbus 1460 KC WATH Athens 1540 KC WJEH Gallipolis 980 KC WCHS Charleston 560 KC WPAR Parkersburg 1450 KC WMOA Marietta 1460 KC WOOL FM 91.5 with daily hours AM 7 to PM 4 and 11 PM noon to 1 PM segments listed by frequency and call signs.
A dense TV radio grid lists dozens of shows across CBS NBC and ABC. Highlights include news programs at 6 30 and 7 00 pm with Abe East and West anchors, musical variety hours with Dinah Shore and Frank Sinatra, game and quiz shows, serial dramas, and movie segments, spanning 4 PM to after 11 PM with multiple station affiliations.
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