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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1954
Page
4
Athens Ohio publication notes weekly weekday edition and Sunday issue. Lists publisher W Bush and R Publishing Co with editor names including John V Webb and Charles W Reamer. Details mail rates and second class matter status.
The piece argues against cutting diplomatic ties with the Soviet Union after a U S reconnaissance plane shot down off Japan. It urges continued relations to maintain access to Moscow, monitor Soviet behavior, and protest through direct channels, asserting practical safety and intelligence gains outweigh punitive isolation.
In Brussels a 85 year old Irish widow Madam Duchene bears a bullet scar on her doorway and memories of sheltering two British soldiers during World War I. She recalls German occupation, solitary confinement, and later honors from Belgium Britain and the United States. Her daughter and son died, and she keeps a pension, sewing and housework as she remembers.
A Democratic poll of House Ways and Means Committee holdovers finds only one expects brighter prospects for tax reductions. Republicans had argued further cuts hinge on a balanced budget and additional savings, revealing gaps between campaign rhetoric and current outlook.
Moscow reportedly sends a envoy to Belgrade to arrange a Tito meeting on a neutral island in the Danube. Tito signals possible thaw with Russia but demands solid bedrock and cautions that Moscow may press toward territory Tito would find less welcoming.
Pierre Mendes France arrives for talks with the Eisenhower administration amid a turbulent five months in office. He pressed for a European defense plan but watched the Assembly kill the EDC, then pushed a NATO linked German rearmament plan with France to restore direction and strength to France.
Dr Crane discusses dating strategy for teens, arguing that strong feelings from kissing do not prove a good marriage prospect. He warns against jealousy and threats of drinking or ruin, urging girls to date multiple boys to build a social yardstick before marriage. He offers a "Tests for Sweethearts" guide.
Dr. Edwin P. Jordan explains leukemia as a blood disease with acute and chronic forms. Treatments may offer temporary improvement but rarely permanent control, with radioactive phosphorus ACTH and cortisone showing limited success. A notable case of a child’s recovery suggests progress, but conquering leukemia remains forthcoming.
The text advises tact to avoid quarrels, urges quiet leisure over contentious activities, and warns against forcing business issues while sticking to routines. It predicts birthday individuals may see career advancement and financial gain within three months, with opportunities prompting personal life changes and a child born that day shown as ambitious yet restless.
Cleveland police say busboy Robert Mack Morris on trial for first degree murder in the knife slaying of tavern manager Andrew Klohusnik on November 6 1953. Morris allegedly stabbed him during a pay dispute and fled with 667 dollars in receipts.
Greg Daggett and Rupert confront choices as Hannah joins their wandering group. Daggett pressures Rupert about romance and a settled life while Hannah proves steady and practical, changing the trip from freewheeling escape to a planned itinerary. The trio debates love, loyalty, and future dreams as they head toward a town for a safe night.
A reflective verse piece titled Indian Summer explores autumn imagery and nature. The author Bessie M. Gorsiene contemplates seasonal change, skies, and peaceful inner sentiment amid a landscape of fading leaves and evolving light.
Mr and Mrs Charles Metheney announce the birth of a daughter named Susan Ann born in November. Grandparents include Mrs Bertha Barrett and Mr and Mrs Tom Metheney. Great grandmother is Mrs Ida Ogdin. Several local families and friends hosted dinner guests and hospital visits related to the newborn and others in the community attended gatherings and events in Danville and nearby towns.
A concise radio directory lists ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington NBC WLW Cincinnati and other stations with their frequencies and a brief note that programming runs weekdays from morning through early afternoon. It includes AM and FM slots and mentions a station at 91.5 FM.
A dense time schedule lists 6:00 to 11:00 PM radio and TV slots with program titles and sponsors. Notable entries include News and Commentary blocks on CBS and ABN networks, a Lynch-style line of entertainment shows, and late-night dramatic series.
A fragmented TV schedule lists breakfast club Abe TV Johnny Olsen and multiple shows across times from 10:00 to 6:00 featuring News Time Story Time Strike It Rich Serial Dramas Quiz Shows Ted Steele Lopez Music Wonderful City and more with channel notes and hosts such as Abe Godfrey CBS MBS and CBS.
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