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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1953
Page
4
The Athens Ohio edition lists publication details established in 1825 with Bush as publisher. It outlines daily and Sunday delivery by carrier or mail rates, including weekly, monthly, and annual prices and delivery limitations, plus post office filing as second class.
The commentary notes the appointment of Earl Warren as Chief Justice of the United States as a political decision with precedent from President Roosevelt. It questions the lack of experience in the field and suggests many capable high court judges could better elevate the court’s standing.
The piece outlines early 1954 campaign dynamics with Democratic leaders pushing aggressive messaging, Truman's tough tactics, Stevenson as the potential nominee, and Republican defense focusing on foreign policy, budget discipline, and restoring free enterprise. It notes the slim Senate majority and a possible Democratic House flip in 13 months.
Washington assesses the 1954 start as a real field test for President Eisenhower and the Republican administration. Analysts weigh whether early legislative struggles will affect voter confidence as the GOP must shape policy on defense taxes farm price supports housing social security and labor relations while managing Congress and White House clashes.
In a deserting waiting room Dalloway and Greer confront Calloway over a $3000 bundle and a hidden bomb bag. Lora Murphy arrives in jeweled sunglasses and is assaulted by Calloway as tensions rise and a lawyer is requested. The scene ends with more questions as the story continues.
Tomorrow favors skill development and creative pursuits. Engaging in hobbies or social activities brings relaxation, enjoyment, and peace of mind. Romantic and domestic life should prosper, with travel looking favorable and potential public or community opportunities offering prestige and popularity.
Pvt Lonnie Potts of Ft Belvoir and Mrs Lonnie Potts hosted visitors from Columbus. Crestline residents Mr and Mrs Glen Wiseman joined Mrs Elizabeth Wiseman. A large group including Homer Haburn and the Eberts family from Buckhannon and Parkersburg spent the weekend here.
The Friendly Neighbor Club gathered with Mrs. Herman Bumgardner for a pot luck dinner. Members and guests included Mrs. Clarence Greene Mrs. Lawrence Wolfe Mrs. Warren Sowers Mrs. Arthur Todd Mrs. Charles Wood Mrs. Clarence Patton Mrs. Howard Van Bibber Mrs. Eugene Chesher Mrs. Sidney Kapple Mrs. John Bumgardner of Union Fur nace Mrs. Clara Gleason and Mrs. Lee Harden of Logan and others. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Eugene Chesser’s home on Oct 8 with officers to be elected.
Dr Edwin P Jordan answers reader inquiries on how sinus infections affect smell and ear pressure, the nature of a lipoma, smoking and hair growth, new ulcer treatment trials, milk with high blood pressure, and rapid heart rate in pregnancy, noting diagnosis and cautioning medical evaluation where needed.
State Auditor James A. Rhodes announced the final distribution of 813 482 56 dollars from 1952 automobile licenses. Each of Ohio’s 88 counties received 9 244 12 dollars in the allocation.
A long list of programs for WLWC and other stations shows daily and weekend lineups. Entries include news, sports, cartoons, dramas, variety shows, films, and late-night fare across channels 3 4 6 9 10 and more with times spanning mornings to late nights.
The listing details a weekday radio schedule with 12:45 plays by play, stations MBS NBC-TV ABC-WCOL Cincinnati WATH Athens WPAR Parkersburg WJEH Gallipolis and WMUOA Marietta, plus WOUI FM. It lists hourly programs from News at 6:00 through 10:45 including sports, dramas, music shows, and news summaries across CBS ABC and MBS networks.
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