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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1956

Page

4

Thanksgiving reflection Amid Suez Crisis Outlook

A reflective piece links Thanksgiving to duty to the common good while noting autumn’s passing. It contrasts Pilgrim roots with modern life and comments on the Suez Canal crisis, Egyptian president Nasser, and the disruption to oil supplies to Britain, France, and Europe, with potential Western Hemisphere oil support.

Midle East Suez Canal Egypt Port Said Nasser Suez Britain France Africa Washington Western Hemisphere Europe

Controversy flares at games over Hungary Russia and Swiss stance

Reports describe fury over Hungary tearing down a Soviet flag and Switzerland withdrawing then reversing, while Swiss gymnasts boycott. Australian coach criticizes American team as tensions mount at the Olympic Village amid recalls of 1896 ideals.

Switzerland Russia

Beauty Contests Viewed As Evil By Anita Ekberg

Anita Ekberg criticizes beauty pageants calling them a terrible evil. She says they promote the wrong type of girl, erode ambition, and can lead winners to trade career for hookups. Ekberg notes starlet contracts often offer little real advantage beyond a temporary spotlight.

Hal Boyle New York Anita Ekberg J. P. Morgan Miss Ekberg Anita Iceberg Marilyn Monroe Zarak Columbia Pictures Victor Mature Michael Wilding

Stock dividends rise as year ends bring payouts across many firms

Christmas comes early for stockholders as boards declare dividends on 149 issues, with 10 year end payments and 16 extra dividends. Some boosts exceed prior payments while five issues receive special dividends. One company resumes quarterly payments after 25 years despite some profit pinch. Commerce Dept notes cash dividends up 13 percent year to date.

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Case History of a Psychiatrist by Dr Crane

Frank W. Hill praised Dr John H. Hanger and the Jacksonville church in a letter showing clergy influence. The piece argues clerics must first sell themselves to attract converts, stressing family support and moral leadership as key to church growth.

Ince Frank John H. Hanger Jacksonville Frank Dr. Hanger Frank Hill Hanger America

Return of Jim Final Stirs Tense Town Showdown

Jim Final returns to the unsettled town to face old rival Strunk and wary neighbor Kelly Kramer after years of competition. The arrival unsettles the town as Benjain, Grant era tensions, and hired deputies shadow the roan’s owner, with nobody sure who is watching whom.

Kramer Kelly Joose Yuma Jim Final Kelly Kramer Jing Final Jim Benjain Grant

Food additives and safety regulation debate

Dr. Jordan notes the U S Food and Drug Administration estimates over 700 chemicals used in foods, with about 150 deemed harmless and another 100 likely safe as used. Many additives serve processing, shelf life, nutrition, or appeal goals while 150 await proper testing. Eleven bills in the last Congress sought mandatory safety testing before use.

United States Food and Drug Administration Food and Drug Administration

Public Forum Calls for True Thanksgiving Spirit

Letters from Athens readers argue against premature Christmas promotion and urge honoring the holiday’s historical meaning. Lance Sams and Mrs. F. Hulls publish Nov. 20 comments praising American heritage while lamenting election-era political ads cluttering city poles.

Messenger Court Street Lance Sams

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