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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1947
Page
4
The paper lists subscription prices in Ohio and West Virginia with weekly carrier rates of 25 cents and annual mail options. It notes Associated Press contributions and identifies Johnng Webb as managing editor, with 1896 to 1929 dates and second class matter under the 1918 act.
Lawrence's Dispatch analyzes how partisanship fades in favor of behind the scenes politics as Congress weighs the Marshall plan. It notes tariff debates, labor and business coalitions opposing European competition, and questions about how much aid will be spent and safeguards needed.
On opening day at Camellia Austin's college Joel Conroy returns as a veteran. Cam has mixed feelings about their past romance and Joel's plans to finish school on a subsistence allowance. The pair navigate old attractions, war weariness, and money worries as the campus story unfolds.
The House committee targets the film industry for alleged Communist influence but witnesses argue Hollywood polices itself with loyal leaders, market forces, and audience scrutiny. Wartime pictures cited contrast with melodramas of the past, while rationing talk is dismissed as ill-timed.
Senator Buck of New Jersey praised a plan but urged a second signal. He pressed for an educational program to explain why Americans are asked to ship food to Europe. He cautions against half words and propaganda while urging plain facts and reasons, warning a return to rationing would be needed.
Washington reveals 12 FBIB employees were dropped "for security reasons" sparking a wider fight over loyalty investigations. The history traces FBIB from wartime service to FBIP and CIG, with managers Shepherd and Vandenberg facing internal disputes and congressional scrutiny.
G R Robinson of Nelsonville began organizing the Grotto patrol. Mrs. Robert C. Hess held a house warming at their new home. Miss Vianna Roush and Miss Frances Clutts entertained at Mr. and Mrs. C D Roush. Mrs. W G Danford hosted a miscellaneous shower for Enid Townsend. Athens and Chauncey residents attended a masked party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sweeney.
Mrs. Mabel Baird received a farewell tribute for sixteen years of service in the Athens County treasurer’s office. The Southeastern Ohio Education Association named E. E. Higgins president, while a surprise birthday gathering celebrated Ed Buffington at his The Plains home. Mrs. Guy Pierce led a Bishop Class meeting at Central Ave Methodist Church.
Dr William A OBrien explains in his Medical Comment that hidden lung infections cause many infant deaths blamed on smothering. He cites Werner and Garrow who studied 160 sudden deaths and found no smothering in any case.
Mr and Mrs Bill Comer are enlarging their home on Route 160. Mr Bill Quickle works at McCoy Furniture Store as assistant. Mr and Mrs Bill Reese plan a new home in Vinton. Harold Edmiston couple to move into their new home. Anna Simmerman weekend guest of Anna Mae Evans. They attended the rededication of Cutler Hall in Athens. Mrs Marvin Allen of Columbus attended Carrie Kent funeral in Vinton.
Andre Hooper visits his mother Mrs Louise Hooper in Blue Lake as visitors and births are reported. A series of local residents announce births and visits including to Mrs Rosa Rose and son Lee and grandparents Mrs Ted Halley. Junior Baker, 16, sustains leg fractures in sled accident. no further details.
A state paper defends congressional committees probing communism in Hollywood while criticizing limits on witness statements. The piece argues committees must control hearings and may inquire into any matter without strict evidence rules to uphold the general welfare and legislative power.
The Columbia School closed recently due to scarlet fever. Local families and visitors from Richwood, Dublin, Mount Vernon, and Albany were part of a weekend of visits and dinners, with several residents attending funerals in Athens and others hosting gatherings. The article also notes a chimney project at the State Experiment Farm and an Alumni Association dance on Oct. 25.
Mr and Mrs Jack Reany of Toledo spent the weekend with the Cottrills in EWINGTON. R H Bobo and daughters Norma and Greta of Canal Winchester visited the Paisley and Terry homes. L B Terry returned from Charleston where she helped care for her brother in law Cleo Casto. Granville Casto builds a dairy barn near here. Rodney Sprouse and daughter Margaret Ann visited the Carl Harder family. L D McTheny of Francetown WV returned after a week with daughter Marion Woodall and son Oval. Denver Unree of Columbus visited brother Clifford. Charles Ratcliffe received a telegram from son Clarence in Nashville that they would return to Ohio soon.
Radio programs and frequencies listed for NBC WLW in Cincinnati ABC WCOL in Columbus WSAZ in Huntington CBS WILNS in Columbus WCHS in Charleston WPAR in Parkersburg MBS WHKC in Columbus WMOA in Marietta with schedule note for Friday October 31
A dense list of radio and TV program slots from 6:00 p.m. to 6:46 a.m. across networks ABC CBS NBC and local stations, detailing music, dramas, news, comedies, and variety shows with various hosts and guests. Includes sports, talk, and entertainment segments with multiple repeating times and network notes.
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