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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1976

Page

6

Rex Humbard Boyhood Dream Becomes TV Spectacular

Editor notes Humbard envisioned television’s world reach while watching sets in Akron windows. His lifelong aim was to stay in Akron and use TV to spread his message, turning a boyhood dream into a televised ministry spectacle.

Rex Humbard Akron

Humard rises as world’s largest televangelist ministry

Rex Humbard, at 57, runs the Cathedral of Tomorrow in Akron with a $12 million annual budget and a worldwide audience. He built the complex, faced securities lawsuits, and claims to reach 42 million weekly while stressing simple faith and showmanship. His family helps produce the programs and his wife and daughter sing on the show.

Rex Humbard Humbard At Cathedral of Tomorrow State Road Akron Humbard Arkansas Bishop Sheen Oral Roberts Billy Graham Graham Southern Baptist Church Butena Nairobi Kenya Sydney Australia Opera House New York Carnegie Hall Teamsters Union SEC Rex Jr Don Maude Aimee Jones Aimee Elizabeth Teamsters Donald Webb Methodist Theological School Delaware Ohio

Stamps Push to Cut Deficit Sparks Collector Clash

The Postal Service defends a commemorative stamp program as a revenue source while critics say it inflates prices for plate block collectors. Officials note 90 commemoratives this year versus 28 last year, with the program netting 91.1 million on 11.2 million outlay, mostly from unused stamps and philatelic items.

Washington Donald McDowell Postal Service James DeVoss American Philatelic Society A. Pierce Stamps Magazine McDowell

Parents seek guidance on five year old tricycle use

Dear Dr Salk discusses a five year old hesitant rider. He may prefer being pushed or have coordination delay. Recommend pediatrician evaluation to rule out nervous system dysfunction and advise gradual independent pedaling. The rest of the text covers unrelated quotes from Humbard.

DR. Salk

Abby Advice Column Bits on Marriage and Etiquette

A collage of Dear Abby excerpts covers marriage boredom tips, waiters tips, and RSVP etiquette. Readers share marital strains and dining room labor pains, with Abby offering practical insights and a tease of a new booklet. The column showcases familiar voices from Washingtonian and Pasadena with advice on love, service, and social manners.

Hamster Ads Offer Quick Homes for Born Babies

Local classifieds highlight hamster litters ready for adoption under the pets and supplies category. Advertisers urge fast placements, noting these small rodents make ideal pets and can fill homes with energy and charm.

Momma Poppa Hamster

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