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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1947

Page

4

Saturday and Sunday morning edition subscription rates

Ps Bush publisher 1896 1929 Saturday and Sunday morning edition by Publishing Co Joan V Webb managing editor Associated Press otherwise credited in this paper and also the local news published herein subscriptions are payable weekly to the carrier at 2c a week by mail in Ohio and West Virginia where newspaper buy delivery is not available 1 year 9.00 months 5.00 3 months 3.00 1 month 1.00 foreign subscription rates will be quoted on request second class matter under Act of 1918.

Ohio West Virginia

National Affairs survey shows wide opinion gaps on top issues

A 40 percent response from 700 editors and 800 officials shows limited agreement on 20 leading foreign and domestic questions. Most groups favor extending rent controls and opposing a new price dip, while consensus on aid to Europe and reparations is elusive.

Washington Congress U. S Europe Business UMT

Challenge To Love on the River Fire

Cam and Joel confess love after a river outing as a Carter blaze shadows their family morning. Cam scenes show jealousy when Joel sends asters to Cam’s cousin Maurine and writes a cheeky apology note for a jukebox date tonight. The Dean notices Cam’s emotions as the scene ends.

Cam Joel Cammie Dean Austin Carter Camellia Austin Joel Conroy Camellia Maurine Herbert

Sam Simmons Says Socialism and Government Competence

Sam Simmons argues that poultryless Thursdays failed due to Washington incompetence. He faults politicians for overreach, endorses Charles Luckman as a capable executive, and contends socialistic schemes harm common people. He praises private capital and urges trimming government interference.

White House Washington Charles Luckman Luckman United States

ERP plans and costs for Marshall Plan aid and recovery

The article argues Congress will fund a European Recovery Program totaling nine billion dollars, including 642 million for France and Italy and 30 million for Austria, plus 400 million for occupation costs in Japan and Korea and half of Britain's German obligations, with a 6.5 billion first year for global aid and 1.5 billion for China recovery, criticizing the approach as misaligned with public sentiment.

America France Italy Austria Hitler Japan Korea Britain Germany China Marshall Wedemeyer Congress

Air Force needs modern bomber force and strong research

The Drakes argue the United States must field a modern long range air striking force with at least 1,000 bombers and fund a robust research program to maintain world leadership in aircraft development. They note current B 29s in storage and limited funds for science, warning against reliance on aging technology against future threats.

U.S Kenney Drakes Robert Oppenheimer Hiroshima Nagasaki

Lawrence's Dispatch on 1948 presidential election prospects

The writer argues Republicans face poor odds in 1948 due to inflation, Democratic control of Congress, and failed GOP messaging since 1947. Truman victories could keep Congress Democratic. Eisenhower or MacArthur nomination unlikely to topple an incumbent amid favorable economy and postwar spending. The piece warns against relying on military aura and notes fears of atomic warfare raising broader security debates.

Washington Virginia Congress OPA Truman Eisenhower MacArthur

Luncheon entertainments and club notes from city pages

A nostalgia snapshot lists Ena Ste groups entertaining at Mrs. Cecil Shafer’s home and a City Federation meeting where Judge L G Worstell spoke on taxation. Standard Bearers Club met at Miss Dorothy McCormick with Mary Lunn and Gerta Lash. A costume sendoff for Mr and Mrs Edward Burdette occurred.

Ena Ste Cecil Shafer City Federation L. G. Worstell Mary Lunn Gerta Lash Standard Bearers Club Dorothy McCormick

Local Socials Weekly: Neighbors Share Visits Across Shade

Family and friends from Shade and nearby towns gathered for weekend visits. Ivor Shumway and sons Kelson and Keith joined John Koehler. Delbert Gaul visited Frank Gaul. J B Campbell returned from Columbus. Spencer and Oris Gaul hosted guests. Burke and Bentz families with Pooler and Sinclair households connected across multiple Sunday meetings. Donna Gaul and Rachel Taylor also spent time with local residents. Elmer Hazelton shows improvement after illness. Della Midkiff visited Lloyd Sinclair’s home.

Sumner Ivor Shumway Kelson and Keith Shade John Koehler J. B. Campbell Columbus J. D. Spencer Oris Gaul Clyde Burke Bonnie and Lou Rex Bentz William Pooler William Sinclair Pomeroy Lloyd Sinclair Donna Gaul Betty Dean Rachel Taylor Mildred Sinclair Charles Betzing Elmer Hazelton Milford Hawk Della Midkiff

Local visitors and travels noted around Bidwell

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bethel and Jimmy along with Mr. and Mrs. Thurman Russell visited the Shoemakers and Gloria. Mrs. C. B. Robinson visited in Gallipolis, others returned from Parkersburg Marietta Huntington. Families moved, traveled, or spent weekends with relatives in Ohio and Indiana.

Bidwell Charles Bethel Jimmy Thurman Russell Hal Shoemaker Gloria C. B. Robinson Bradford Robinson Gallipolis George Rhoades Parkersburg W. Va Marietta Ohio Huntington Edwin Hunne Pomeroy Paul Hayes Adrian, Mich Deane Hayes C. S. Dennett W. V. Shoemaker Indiana James Westfall Dayton Idell Morehouse

Local births and community notices from Radcliff area

Theresa Kay Lowe born Oct 31 at Holzer Hospital to Mr and Mrs Roy Lowe and Doris Cooper. Grandparents include Mr and Mrs Jasper Lowe and Mr and Mrs Wayne Cooper. Vinton Township Farmers Institute officers met Nov 3. Institute event set for Nov 19-20. Minnie Perry spending winter with son Floyd. L M Cooper Sr of Columbus visiting sister Maggie Pierce. Jean Pierce Dennison returned from teachers’ meeting in Athens. Radcliff Grade School closed Tuesday for election. Gerald Arbaugh Columbus visiting sister Mrs James Pendleton. J W Arbaugh Lowell and daughter Mamie Cabot Cleveland visiting William Arbaugh. Neil Ogle Mineral Springs called on A P Jeffers. Mrs F E Price ill. Mrs Gladys Pierce.

Columbus Maggie Pierce Jean Pierce Dennison Athens Radcliff Gerald Arbaugh James Pendleton J. W. Arbaugh Lowell Mamie Cabot Cleveland

Hair removal methods and safety warnings in medical column

Dr. William A. O'Brien discusses methods to remove unwanted hair including temporary shaving plucking and chemical waxes and cautions against X-ray based removal due to skin damage and cancer risk. He notes bleaching or shaving as safe concealment options for facial hair and answers tachycardia questions with causes and diagnostic steps.

Social News From Lottridge Area Highlights Family Visits

Mrs. Max Swindler returns to Marion after two weeks with her parents the Davises and plans a trip to Hot Springs New Mexico to join her husband. Several local families share visits to Old Man's Cave Spencer and other nearby places while church events and dinners mark the week.

John Gaston R. M. Allen Eleanor Otis Wade Mary Alice Russell Archer Glenn Gaston Nancy Lynn Athens Lee Gaston Omah Edward Blake Eileen Buford Blake Blake Frank Found Arnold Bernard Armour Brummage Homer Folden Davis Reta Robinson Paul Robinson Basil Mantle Rexel Boggs John Chevalier L. H. Allen

Radio Programs Area Stations List by Call Letters

NBC WLW Cincinnati 700 KC ABC WCOL Columbus 1230 KC WSAZ Huntington 930 KC CBS WBNS Columbus 1460 KC WCHS Charleston 580 KC WPAR Parkersburg 1450 KC MBS WHKC Columbus 610 KC WMOA Marietta 1490 KC

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston WPAR Parkersburg MBS

Radio Schedule Highlights From November 11 12

A detailed daily broadcast grid lists programs across networks with times and show lineups featuring news, music, dramas, comedian acts, and serialized programs. Notable entries include Amos and Andy, Milton Berle Variety, The Green Hornet, Cavernous News broadcasts, and serials on CBS and NBC plus daytime menus like Breakfast Club and Say It With Music.

Abe Cbs Network Abc-West Mbs-East Mbs-West Cbs Cbs East Lum & Abner Nbe Lowell Thomas Cbs News Abe Fulton Lewis, Jr Jack Smith Cbs Daily Abe Dioner Mbs Abe Bob Crosby Cbs the Green Hornet Harkness Abe Ed Murrow Cbs Sports Milton Berle Cbs Youth Judy Abe Mr. and Mrs. North Cbs Tg Billy Rose Amos and Andy Gabriel Heatter Fibber and Molly Studio One Boston Symphony Abe Zane Grey Bob Hope Town Red Skelton Cbs Labor U.S.A California Cba Abc West Oklahoma Shady Valley Fred Waring Cbs My Story Betty Crocker Arthur Godfrey Hollywood Ben Alexander Ebs

Quotation in Kiwanian Reflects Frugal Wisdom

The Kiwanis Club of Gallipolis publishes weekly issues featuring a quotation about the dollar's shrinking reach but growing speed. Dr. W Kenneth Welker serves as Kiwanis Club president.

Gallipolis

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Lak Ethel Hamill Sam Simmons AIR Force Lawrence Mrs Edward Burdette Virginia Hayes Vivian Bingman the Plains Edward Vernon Dallis Kinser Logan Kenneth R. Fitzgerald Kinser Brook's Shoe Factory Shine's Beer Mort Pairan Clyde Ray Delbert Gaul Frank Gaul William A. O'Brien Lottridge Abe Kate Smith Abe Queen Martin Block Paul Whiteman West Mba Schoees Lum Abner By Galbraith
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