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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1955

Page

4

Nothing to fear on Bond Issue No 1 vote

The article urges a November vote on Bond Issue No 1 to fund a six year state building program with bonds paid by a one cent cigarette tax. It argues no tax increases, limits yearly use to 30 million, 20 year maturity, with roughly half for mental health and public education buildings and the rest for a state office building. It endorses the plan as safe and sufficient.

Ise Ohio University State Board of Control

Truman’s Surprise Endorsement Shifts 1956 Democratic Talk

The former president’s praise for Harriman signals a personal tilt in the 1956 Democratic race. Truman also noted Stevenson’s strong state support, while acknowledging Illinois would be less clear. A Gallup poll still put Stevenson ahead, with Harriman rarely second, suggesting the party’s front runners remain Stevenson and Kefauver.

Harriman Stevenson Truman New York State Ilinois Baili Eisenhower Hannan Kefauver Tennessee

Truman neutrality in Democratic nomination race discussed

Former President Truman wavers on backing Stevenson for the Democratic nomination, while Averell Harriman emerges as a potential rival. The talk centers on Truman influence, Stevenson prospects, and Harriman's public neutrality. The piece notes Truman’s past support for Stevenson and hints at a Tammany buildup for Stevenson.

Don Averell Harriman New York Truman United States Adlai Stevenson Stevenson Chicago Harriman Albany N.Y Markman Tammany Hall Carmine DeSapio Teaver

Franklin’s turkey as national bird debate echoed in Lancaster

Lancaster readers hear of Benjamin Franklin’s preferred turkey as emblem over the bald eagle. A later warning from Herbert Beck, Franklin and Marshall College retiree, predicts the bald eagle’s possible extinction by 2005, citing a decline tracked by ornithology expert Charles Broley and an Eagle Man network.

Lancaster Benjamin Franklin Franklin Ben America United States Herbert H. Beck Franklin and Marshall College Washington, D.C Beck Charles Broley Tampa Fla

Case History of a Psychiatrist in a Juvenile Delinquency Rate

Dr George W Crane discusses church involvement and family counseling in a Chicago pastor's case, arguing clergy play a key role in preventing delinquency. He critiques religious apathy and promotes monogamy, marital advice, and psychologically informed guidance for parents and clergy.

Tamart George W. Crane Carl M. Poe First Church of God Chicago Middle West

Horoscope for Tonon and period guidance pieces

The text offers a mixed astrology note advising postponing action for Tonon as restrictive influences pass in about 24 hours. It predicts evenings favor social and cultural pursuits, with a favorable birthday month ahead and cautious financial guidance for the next three months. It highlights harmonious domestic life for months and notes a child born on this day will be honorable and affectionate.

St Teresa’s Morgantown Joins In Wedding Of Skergon and Larue

Miss Margret Louise Skergon wed Gerald Marshall Larue at St Teresa’s Church Morgantown on Sept 30 with Rev Robert Weiskircher officiating. The bride’s sister Patricia Skergon sang, and Richard Skergon served as best man. A breakfast for 25 followed at Richard’s Restaurant then a reception at the bride’s home. The couple will reside at 802 Price St Morgantown. the bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs J C Skergon and the groom son of Mr and Mrs Orland Larue of Nitro. The groom will graduate from West Virginia University School of Forestry in January.

Hartford St. Teresa's Morgantown Margret Louise Skergon Gerald Marshall Larue Robert Weiskircher Patricia Skergon J. C. Skergon Orland Larue Nitro

The Coward by Ray Lapica continues a tense flight from past fears

In 1953 Roger Tim confronts fear and a haunting past with Clair in a tense drama of escape. Tim’s guilt over a wartime incident haunts their plan to reach Detroit while pursued by rivals. Ben Traskis plots from New York, weighing family danger and a future ruined by crime, as resources dwindle and loyalties fracture.

Tim Clair New York France Altake Hhad Pasteur

Vinton Area Clubs Hold Meetings and Social Events

Urren punts-9 mark's Lutheran Ladies Aid met at Mrs Elmer Newberry home for regular session. North Mason Older Rural Youth group held meeting in White Church basement with Vice President Tom Fry presiding. Plans included a Wiener Roast Oct 12 at Jesse Brown farm and a teen family party in the church basement. Paul Rickard led September program on manners and hosting. Vernon Star Duster 4-H invited Hill-Billie 4-H to public meeting. a Movie Fan 4-H was shown by Agent Russell Priddy. About 100 attended the Bartholomew wedding at the bride's parents home. newlyweds reside in Indianapolis. Liola Jean Roush, Marshall College student, visited family. Mr Webb's mother from Prestonsburg, Ky, also visited. PCA dinner at Beech Hill. Several local names and addresses appear in community notes including White, Vinton Route 2. Satsad Mon Blaine Poling. Quiche. Chan.

Urren Mark's Lutheran Ladies Aid Elmer Newberry Frank McDermitt North Mason White Church Tom Fry Paul Rickard Rickards Vernon Star Duster Vernon Lab House Russell Priddy Cloyd Bartholomew C. C. Blessing Indianapond Liola Jean Roush Marshall College Anetted Webb Prestonsburg PCA Beech Hill

Breakfast to Televise and Variety Time Schedule

A fragmented radio schedule lists programs from breakfast at 6:00 to late evening. Notable items include Morning news with Margaret McBride, Alan's Family, Johnny Olsen’s Second Chance, Break the Bank, and Strike It Rich. Also listed are Romances Drama, Compassion, Lopes Alone News, and Latin Quarter with a mix of entertainment and talk segments across various times.

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