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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1955
Page
4
The Athens Messenger lists Gordon K. Bush and Joan V. Web as managing editors with Ghasses W. Reamer serving as city recorder. Pabisner appears among the bylines in connection with editorial or staff roles.
With President Eisenhower moving from Denver he plans to spend November and December at Gettysburg then return to Washington after January. While doctors assess his recovery expectations grow that he may decide not to seek a second term, though insiders urge caution until medical progress is clear.
Off year voting across the nation shows Democrats winning in many expected places and taking key Indiana cities including Indianapolis Evansville South Bend and Hammond. The results bolster party organization at state and local levels though do not promise victory in 1956. The gains fuel grass roots strength but may reverse in a presidential year.
A narrator recalls the past and a Kansas City AP office courier known as Schultz. He muses on aging, loyalty, and memories that haunt the middle aged, recalls steam trains, the Morse era, and a fat friend who died suddenly. The piece blends nostalgia with quiet questions of what one would do again.
James Marlow reports on the Geneva spirit after the Big Four foreign ministers meet. The Khrushchev era tone softens as both sides reiterate old positions, offering little progress toward German unity and Western alliance. Dulles faces home politics while hoping for tangible steps before the 1956 elections.
Clem asks how to raise funds for a new church in a new suburb and Dr Crane outlines a campaign plan. It favors house to house calls, contractor committees, and donor drives, stressing pledges, memorials, and a 10 percent giving rule with mention of a 20 percent tax exemption.
Dr Jordan notes Mrs E and her husband suffer gastritis from irritation in the stomach lining. Symptoms include loss of appetite pain belching and fever. Severe cases arise from caustic poisons or acute infections. Modern treatment depends on cause and duration, aided by flexible gastroscopy since 1932 enabling direct stomach viewing.
A fragmented horoscope note predicts tomorrow favors inventive work and originality in creative, financial, and planning efforts. It highlights weighing suggestions of business associates and personal advancement, with a caution about family obligations and social commitments.
Amidst a tense western night Dan runs Larry's bar as outlaws mingle with locals. Belle accuses Tex while Ava drinks aboard danger. Dan watches for threats as Pace tests loyalties with a grim promise to kill. The scene ends with Hal Crane entering and a cliffhanger.
In a testimonial from a four week hospital stay at Meigs General, August H Weber Pomeroy commends the hospital’s staff and facilities. He highlights emergency squads, food service, and personal care, naming Avery, Goefie, Harry Wenrung, Win. Hoa fiaaneit, and Elmer Napper as examples of excellent care. He urges public support for the Meigs General hospital, noting the potential to relieve suffering and save lives.
Betty Brown of Carbondale spent a few days with her sister and relatives in Danville and Chilton. Mr and Mrs Clinton Clayton and family visited relatives, including Sam Byney and Mrs Dyke, while Darel Gott and family from near Langaville were also mentioned. Bruce Barrett, employed nearby, has reportedly been laid off.
A read of a radio timetable lists programs by time and show names. Highlights include News for 15, Sports News, Daily Commentary, Dance Orchestra, Amos n Andy News, and The Army of. The following day features One Stan’s Family, Whispering Streets, Johnny Oleen News, House Party, and Broadstreet Masings.
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