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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1952

Page

4

Messenger publication details and subscription rates

The Athens newspaper lists establishment dates 1825 and 1896 1929 with staff names and edition options. It details daily and Sunday single copy prices 7e, carrier delivery 350 a week, truck route 1.55 a month, and mail rates by region with annual totals. It notes subscription and advertising rates on application and post office registration as second class under 1918 act.

Frederick W. Bush THE Messenger Publishing CO Gordon K. Bush John W. Webb Charlies W. Reamer Ohio W. Va Athens Postoffice

Squeezes and war to decide the November vote

The piece argues economic squeezes across classes fuel voter anxiety ahead of the election. It cites farmers, housewives, white-collar and skilled trades workers, unorganized labor, retirees, pensioners, and bureaucrats as feeling financial pressure while war looms as a decisive factor. The election's outcome remains uncertain until vote counting.

Rhodes Ferguso n contest heats Ohio campaign debate

Ohio voters face a choice between James Rhodes a proven and vigorous leader and incumbent James Ferguson whose long tenure has fostered a political machine and alleged obstructionism. The column praises Rhodes while criticizing Ferguson citing prior 1950 Senate bid and 83 percent loss in litigation outcomes.

Ohio Rhodes-Ferguson James A. Rhodes Columbus State Auditor United States Senate People of Joe” Ferguson Taft Ferguson James Rhodes Cleveland Plain Dealer

Animal fables critique bold claims about wildlife

HAL BOYLE disputes common animal myths from Konrad Lorenz. The piece lists examples from birds to predators and pets to show how labels like "cunning," "peaceful," and "cold blooded" misstate animal behavior, urging readers to rethink stereotypes.

New York Konrad Z. Lorenz Lorenz

Costly Campaigns End With Heavy Splurges

Washington reports the 1952 presidential race sees record campaign spending with Republicans and Democrats pouring funds into radio TV and literature. Officials estimate millions already spent with more to come as committees pledge up to multi million dollar efforts.

Washington Democratic National Committee Citizens For Eisenhower Committee Stevenson Eisenhower Walter Williams Ad Agency Williams

Stars Foresee Social Growth and Festive Domestic Life

The astrology brief predicts growth through social, domestic, romantic and cultural opportunities with celebrations at home. It notes birthdays, anniversaries and engagements amid parties, visits and gaiety. Police Chief Wallace Flory of Girard is dismissed for inefficiency and neglect of duty in Youngstown, Ohio.

Youngstown, O Wallace Flory Girard

Public Forum criticizes wartime politics in Gloucester letter

Seth P. Jones of Gloucester argues in a letter to The Messenger that Democrat plans fuel constant war and false prosperity. He cites crippled soldiers from Korea and urges change in the next four years.

the Messenger G. G. Young Messenger Democrat Party USA Seth P. Jones

Public Forum Letter Replies on Compensation and Voting

Ronald Campbell of Logan R D 3 writes in response to Oct 17 Public Forum, challenging the writer’s political stance and urging examination of compensation laws before future letters. He notes twelve years on totally disabled worker compensation and adds he would not publish without facts.

the Messenger Public Forum

Stop Raids Students Told at Ohio Wesleyan

Ohio Wesleyan University President warns that dorm raids on women's residences may hasten male students' exit to the armed forces. Dr. Arthur Flemming, head of the Manpower Committee, calls raids a public relation error and notes likely tightening of college deferment for 1953-55.

Delaware Ohio Wesleyan University Arthur S. Flemming Office of Defense Mobilization Flemming

Ginny's Lie Triggers Shadowed Confrontation Ends in Forgiveness

Roy confronts Ginny Perkins over a false claim about Clyde McDonald. A heated clash in the darkness ends with Clyde relenting, Roy accepting the ruse, and Lucy noticing lipstick on Roy’s mouth as Governor Warburton’s household drama closes with reconciliation.

Ginny Clyde Ginny Perkins Dr. McBain Bill Evers Roy Lucy Clyde McDonald Warburton

Radio Schedule Listings Across Stations NBC WLW to WMOA

A dense broadcast grid lists programs for multiple stations including NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCCL Columbus CBS WBN Huntington Columbus WCHS Charleston and more. It covers daily Monday through Friday hours with news, sports, dramas, serials, music, and kiddies segments, plus Wednesday October 22 lineup and time slots.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCCL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBN WCHS Charleston Mbs WHKC WMOA Marietta WPAR Parkersbur Wath Athens WJEH Gallipolis WOUI Abo-Mbs-East Abo-Mbs-West Abe Abee Beulah Cbs News & Commentary Abe News Jack Smith Cbs Daily Abc News Silverle Abe Gabriel Heatter One Man's Family Cbs Evening Cavalcade of America Michael Shayne Abe Black Red Skelton Abe Mr. and Mrs. North Cbs Whiteman Abe Dr. Kildare Luigi Friend Irma Eugenie Baird Abeo Mr. Chameleon Cbs News & Music Cbs News All Lopez Mary Beargarearet McBride Meredith Willson Tennessee Ernie Abe John B. Gambling Cal Tinney Obs Mid-West Abc-Mb

Gasoline Tax Revenue Distributed in State

Columbus report shows 88 counties each receiving 10000 dollars and townships each getting 400 dollars from the gasoline excise tax, with a total distribution of 3602066 dollars to cities counties and townships. State Auditor Joseph T. Ferguson released the figures detailing the allocation.

Columbus Joseph T. Ferguson

Television Schedules for WLWC and Others

TV listings outline evening and late night programs across stations WLWC channel 3, WSAZ channel 3, WBNS channel 10, and WTVN channel 6. Includes news, talk, dramas, game shows, and kids fare with numerous time slots and program titles.

WLWC Channel Corral Capitol News Dave Garroway Ruth Lyons Kate Smith Hawkins Falls Gabby Hayes Wsaz-Tv Channel 3 Mrs. North Fireside Theatre Democrat Committee Embassy Club Farmer Click Search For Tomorrow Maida's Kitchen Garry Moore Guiding Light Wbns-Tv Channel 10 Flash Gordon TV Weatherman Florascope Chet Long Armchair Theater CBS News Arthur Godfrey Bill Ziot Globe Trotter WTVN Captain Video Guthrie Golden Theater Kitches Platter Playhouse Prospector

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