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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1949
Page
4
The Athens Messenger reprints a political critique detailing alleged government spending and debt. It cites figures on old age benefits and unemployment funds, claiming bonds were used to inflate the U.S. public debt by billions since 1937 and 1949, with high interest implied.
A report argues diet deficiencies stem from soil fertility and that feeding birds and wildlife from worn out land cannot meet human needs. It cites topsoil testing, lime and fertilizer use, and a county study in Aens County to reveal how soil quality shapes nutrition, urging scientific farming and soil preservation.
Analysis notes that since the New and Fair Deal era, domestic social security taxes have added to the U.S. public gross debt. It cites a total figure of about 14.75 trillion dollars in domestic social security taxes collected, implying current and future generations bear the repayment cost.
The piece argues against pressuring new coach Carroll Widdoes to instantly deliver a championship. It stresses preserving the Peden tradition, developing student athletes, and focusing on gradual athletic improvement rather than perfection. It notes coaches often face unwarranted abuse and urges patience and doing the best with available material.
Billy William cut his leg on glass while playing football at school. The Sunday School Builders class plans its November meeting at Mrs. Howard Shuler’s home. Various locals, including the Downing Roush and Helen Kennedy households, hosted visitors from Dunbar and Middleport. A large crowd attended Buswell Roush’s funeral in Porter, while Galen Mulford and Floyd Garner now reside in California. A Halloween party was held at Tom Metcalf’s home attended by local youths.
Hal Boyle notes a shift in romantic appeal toward men over 40 as sex appeal and life experience trump youth. He cites Ezio Pinza and top stars like Bing Crosby Gary Cooper Clark Gable and Humphrey Bogart as examples and recalls Dorothy Dix endorsing mature charm. He jokes about his own 38th year and impending gray time.
In Nelsonville the Eagles claim the sil ver district trophy in a October membership event. Ohio State Indiana game drew attendance from Mr and Mrs L E Richardson of Glouster. Mrs Willis Aleshire of Middleport named music supervisor for Salisbury Township schools. Bearle Steele and family moved to McArthur where he runs a coal mine. Mabel Poling and Gloria visit Phil and Mrs Fisher in Murray City. K T Crossen Post Athens bought Parks property on South Court St. S C Lummis of Athens hosted visiting relatives Ben Buck and Mary Little from Suffolk VA after 23 years away. Glouster officials publicized new fire fighting gear costing 4500. Artie Cundiff of New Haven WV fatally shot by accident on a hunting trip with his father. Athens approved a three mill school tax levy with 2355 in favor and 614 against.
Meeting at Mrs Holly King home includes invitation to a quilting at Mrs Boyd Sloane Darwin. Attendees include numerous local residents and guests such as Mrs Jake King Mrs Gene Davies Mrs Will Colmer Mr. and Mrs George Fulton Miss Mildred Fulton and others with several entries noting visiting relatives and hosts.
The Nation Today analyzes reasons for John L Lewis ordering miners back to work after a 52 day strike. It notes the contract dispute over pay hours and pension funds, the Sept 19 strike, and the link to steel industry stoppages that reduced pressure on mine owners and may have weakened Lewis's leverage. It also considers possible loss of control as miners drift back.
Dr. H G Southard, Vinton County health commissioner, examined 23 McArthur athletes and two Vinton Rural high school players before their basketball participation this week.
Quiz booklet lists ten questions with multiple choice options on general knowledge and trivia for men women and teens. The included answer key appears garbled showing partial letters and reversed text.
Ohio motorists have paid more than 1 billion dollars in gasoline tax revenues into the state treasury since the tax's 25 year history. The Petroleum Industry Committee of Ohio reported the billion dollar milestone reached on January 6 this year and projected rapid growth to near past receipts within a decade.
The article explains cataracts as clouding of the eye lens causing blurred vision, notes heredity and aging as main factors, and contrasts incipient versus ripe cataracts. It states drugs cannot dissolve cataracts and highlights surgery as the best treatment with modern improvements enabling early lens removal in many cases. It also answers a reader question confirming sinus trouble can cause throat irritation from mucus dripping back.
Jack D. Carter RA Fort Knox Kentucky spent last weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Denver Carter at Union Furnace.
Jenny confronts memories of Ted and past mistakes as Nina hints at Ted’s gossip. Ted obsesses over Jenny while his mother Ma urges him to seek love and stability, prompting Ted to retreat to drink and reflection, realizing true happiness lies in connection. To Be Continued.
A social roundup lists visitors from multiple towns attending the Golden Wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Allen in Millersport. Attendees include Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wood and their guests the Chapmans, plus the Gillogly and Crabtree households and relatives from Gallipolis Athens Chester Little Hocking and beyond.
Friday November 11 evening listings include NBC WLW Cincinnati and CBS WENS Columbus with news sports and variety shows plus Beulah Jack Smith and Henry Morgan programs. Saturday November 12 morning through late night feature Frank Merriwell Barnyard Follies Archie Andrews Grand Ole Opry and Dance programs across stations WOLC WCOL WSAZ WCHS WPAR and more.
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