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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1957
Page
4
A contemporary analysis argues the Presidents address signals a continued arms race with Russia. It cites higher military outlays, reduced prospects for disarmament, and a critique of democratic governance impeding frugal, effective defense. The piece warns of an unhappy future if spending dominates policy.
The article argues parcel post is a government service that competes with private business and runs deficits funded by taxpayers. It supports a bill to require rates to reflect true costs, ensuring fairness. It also notes the UN FAO's mission to fight hunger and boost farming efficiency globally.
Jim Bishop reflects on Washington icons and sites from Arlington and Custis Lee to Ford's Theatre and Peterson House. He recalls Lincoln's assassination, Arlington Cemetery, and monuments like the Jefferson and Lincoln memorials, noting how the busy city blurs their meaning while his companion Gayle sees them anew.
Case W-353 recounts Rebecca L. a 31 year old Oregon housewife who overcomes a rocky marriage after discovering her husband’s infidelity. Guided by Dr Crane and a newspaper column Rebecca and her spouse read marriage tests and the Sex Problems in Marriage booklet they used to repair their relationship. She reports ten years of marriage eight happy and credits the column with preventing divorce and promoting a healthier family life.
A humorous sketch traces a businessman's morning grind from 7 a.m. wakeup to reaching the office. Readying rituals include wife, bus commute, and dodging duties, detailing the draining sequence of small battles before the workday begins and the fatigue to come.
In a 1957 Bennett Cerf feature, Mayor Jimmy Walker gathers gents including Harry Hershfield and a Vanderbilt to judge a beauty contest. Walker seeks unanimity, wins all judges, and awards his favorite. He hurries to City Hall where the Crown Prince of Sweden arrives at 3 am to receive city keys. The prince notes Walker’s tired eyes from sleepless research.
The forecast notes independent work is favorable, with high productivity possible this year for energetic conscientious individuals. Long-range finances improve with prudent policy. creative and scientific fields see favorable aspects in early 1958. Travel and social life gain May to September. avoid October stress. A child born today shows persistence and determination.
Mr and Mrs Dana Hoffman returned from a week with relatives in Pennsylvania and Wheeling West Virginia. Mr and Mrs Emile Matlock of Logan and Mr and Mrs Floyd Matlock and children of Parkersburg visited Mrs Myrtle Frost. Mr and Mrs William Chapman announce birth of a granddaughter to their son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Michael Grasso of Columbus. The couple has another daughter.
The piece argues that scientific talent must be free to pursue innovation while acknowledging the political climate. It praises Dr. Killian's leadership, stresses the importance of humanities alongside science, and warns against narrow, over specialized thinking without a broad historical perspective.
Parents are advised that children may develop flat feet knock-knees and bowlegs from ligament laxity and rickets. Treatment includes corrective exercises proper shoeing vitamin D rich diet and avoidance of weight bearing in severe cases. Early intervention improves outcomes.
Portland area residents hosted relatives and friends from Georgia Ohio and nearby towns. Visits included Schorer Har ris Perry Parsons Blosser Hilton McLeod Talbott LeMay Price and other families from Valdosta Fairborn Reedsville Salinesville Belpre Hamilton Barberton Anti och and Parkersburg.
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The Athens Messenger announces subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, with carrier delivery at 45 cents weekly and mail rates listed for Ohio and West Virginia. Rates include monthly, six months, and annual options, with special mail rates and standard post office classification noted.
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