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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1947
Page
4
Subscriptions are payable weekly to the carrier at 26 a week. By mail in Ohio and West Virginia where delivery is unavailable, 1 year 9.00, 6 months 5.00, 3 months 3.00, 1 month 1.00. Foreign rates quoted on request. Second Class Matter under Act of 1918.
The article warns that a collapse in global export demand due to dollar shortages could curb U S industrial production and high home consumption. It notes the remaining export support from government giveaways totaling about 17 billion dollars and questions the long term stability of relying on aid to sustain the U S role in world affairs.
A New York Sun editorial criticizes using flood control to justify socialistic schemes in the Mississippi Valley. It cites Senator Gurney opposing a Missouri Valley Authority model and argues Congress must keep electricity production in free enterprise and tax funding limited, resisting socialism.
The article discusses how per capita income peaked at 1200 dollars, wage growth in manufacturing and farm labor rose, and retailers faced higher costs. It argues prices can fall only with improved production and higher labor output, noting mass production raised living standards and that current policy favors higher pay and lower efficiency.
Premier Tetsu Katayama says the next six months may determine whether Japan can stand on its own feet or become an economic burden on the world. He frames the period as the last chance to assess Japan’s economic future.
Washington coverage argues the guided missile challenges the airplane as the main weapon and fuels interservice feuding over control. The piece notes public confusion, defense budget debates, and the Air Force burden to justify a large, modern air defense amid missile hype.
Lawrence's Dispatch lauds the inter-American treaty as Pan American solidarity hinged on restored Argentina relations. It credits Nelson Rockefeller and George Messersmith for easing ties with Buenos Aires and credits Truman era diplomacy for paving the way to Argentina joining global forums.
Sam Simmons comments on England’s socialist critique and liberal tradition. He warns money alone won’t fix Britain and urges self-reliance as the country faces economic and political turmoil.
The text notes a wedding in Ravenswood with the bride from Buckhannon Upshur and bridegroom from Parsons. The couple, both WVU students, plan to live in Fairmont after a Williamsburg honeymoon. Family roles and social affiliations are listed along with wedding reception details.
Delbert Seyoc 34 of Reedy was found dead along a Louisiana highway last week. Authorities report he had been dead several days with no sign of foul play and his wallet containing money was undisturbed. He was employed by a pipeline construction company and survived by his wife Nona Reese Seyoc, two children, and several relatives.
Irene Bogard daughter of Mr and Mrs Clifford Bogard of North Ravenswood married Troy Lathey son of Mr and Mrs Claude Lathey of Ripley. The ceremony was at Rev Robert Gillette’s First Baptist Church parsonage at 11:30 am. The couple will reside in Charleston after a brief wedding trip.
Jayne Carder wed Lonnie Price Schumaker at Wesley Methodist Church Mor gantown in a double ring ceremony performed by Rev W Sproule Boyd. The bride wore white slipper satin with a long train and tea rose bouquet. maid of honor Mary Frances Carder wore pale blue net.
Local social column records visitors and travels among Ravenswood residents. Mrs Clarence Ankrum and children Wayne and Janice of Evans visit Mr and Mrs Jake Kinsel along with Mrs Corbey Robey of Spencer and Mrs Jim Romine of Sherman.
Mrs Nancy Wolf, Mr and Mrs Carl Frank, Mr and Mrs Max Frank James Jr spent a day at Grove City with Mrs Margaret Chadwell. Weekend guests of Mr and Mrs George Barber were their daughters Mildred and Betty Barber of Columbus. Mr and Mrs John Heinze with daughter Jane from New Gallilee Pa recently visited the Barbers.
Mr. and Mrs. Dave Lewis announce the birth of an eight pound son named John Dee at White Cross Hospital. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. John Lewis of Columbus and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Wemmer. Great grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Wemmer of Millfield. The notice also lists numerous social visits, gatherings, and travels of local residents including Joy Vincent, Orris Boudinot, and several families around Millfield, Columbus, and Athens.
The WSCS of As bury Methodist Church held at Mrs Mary A Karr home with 11 members and one guest. Seventy five boxes of Christmas cards were sold. Social hour dessert by Helen Underhill and Marcia Karr. Multiple visits and guests noted including Lenore Campbell and Mrs Herbert Stobert returning from a Smoky Mountains trip. Numerous local residents and guests visited or hosted from Pomeroy Middleport Racine Akron Cincinnati and Ft Knox Kentucky during the period.
The medical column explains nodular goiters result from iodine deficiency and explain when removal is advised. It notes better outcomes after age 30, risks of recurrence, and that cancer risk is mitigated by early removal. It covers iodine-rich diets and iodized salt reducing cases, plus rare congenital forms. The piece ends with a Q A stating radium is never used for scalp ringworm and X ray treatments are common.
Mrs Addie Biggins and daughter Dorothy of Stewart visited Corning and Glouster. A surprise birthday party was held for Cecil Love at his Sand Ridge home. Fred Stauffer of Athens visited Mrs Mary Stauffer in The Plains. Miss Anne Williams of Glouster returned from a summer in Chautauqua New York.
Oral Daugherty of Nelsonville was elected unanimously as chair of the Athens County Democratic Executive Committee. Apples grown by Homer Linscott of Trimble won honors at the Ohio State Fair. The text also notes social visits among local residents including Mr. and Mrs. Walter Raines of Baltimore and Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Sweeney of Athens with friends in Racine Shade and Athens.
A reader from Racine condemns Middleport High School freshmen dunkings as dangerous hazing. He blames local officials and school staff, cites Ohio River health warnings, and argues such practices violate school principles and wartime ideals, urging an end across districts.
NBC offers Dennis Day at 8 with Tex and Jinx interviews then District Attorney at 8:30 and Pat O'Brien Theater at 9:30. CBS presents American Melody 7, Rhapsody in Rhythm 8, Mere dith Willson 8:30, The Whistler 9, Doorway to Life 9:30. ABC features Lone Ranger 7:30, Paul Whiteman music 8:30, Music by Adam 9, Eddie Albert skit 9:30. MBS moves Quiet Please to 7:30, Name of Song quiz 8:30, Shadows of the Mind 9.
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