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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1955

Page

4

Frontier Pioneers Sell Big Screen TV Network Concept

HAL BOYLE profiles Nate Halpern founder of Theatre Network Television, promoting closed circuit television as a business tool. The system broadcasts to paying theater audiences and large groups, cutting travel and convention costs, with early deployments including Sun Oil and 14,000 dealers in 30 cities. Halpern, a USC basketball alumnus and Harvard Law alumnus, envisions a multimillion-dollar venture replacing some live conventions.

Hal Boyle New York Far West Davy Halpern Theatre Network ‘Television, Inc New York City Board of Education Met ‘Politan Opera International Business Machines Corp University of Southern California Harvard Law School Navy General

Geneva Spirit Shapes Cold War Talks Yet Fails Concrete Test

The Geneva spirit aims to ease Cold War tensions but steady progress remains elusive as disarmament talks in New York Times: the United Nations Disarmament subcommittee stalls on inspections and verification. Soviets press for sweeping reductions with weak guarantees, while Western leaders push for a robust inspection regime and linked strategic ceilings. The piece notes Eisenhower proposals on open blueprints and aerial reconnaissance, but warns that Soviet evasion of inspections undercuts any deal. The analysis ends with a biblical quote highlighting the tension between idealism and practical security.

Geneva United Nations Disarmament Subcommittee West Free World Iron Curtain United States Soviet Russia China Britain France Germany Japan United Nation Security Council Eisenhower Korea New York Times

Eisenhower Stakes The Parties Differ In 1956 Vision

James Marlow surveys Eisenhower's Denver speech to Republican state chairmen noting the president urges a common cause binding the party. He contrasts GOP and Democratic claims on government role, welfare programs, and free enterprise while urging precise, clear differences for voters.

James Marlow Washington Denver Eisenhower Conness

Case History of a Deaf Education Talk by Dr Crane

Dr George W Crane recounts presenting to 450 students at the Tennessee School for the Deaf with Supt William J McClure interpreting. He stresses high school completion, the value of a diploma, and the role of sign language and lip reading in education and employment, urging readers to seek his Vocational Guidance Booklet.

Supt. McClure Tennessee School For the Dent George W. Crane William J. McClure Tennessee Crane Knoxville National Research Council Carneigie Institution Washington, D.C Washington Gallaudet College For the Deaf Nens Siuenen Namal McClure Gallaudet College I. Q Dr. Crane

Democrats plan charity dinner despite Truman absence

Southern California Democrats press ahead with a $100 late fund raising dinner with Governor George M. Leader substituting for former President Truman who canceled travel on doctor’s orders. The report also notes local student elections, club activities, and community events including Junior Carnival on Oct 7 and 4-H members’ Congress delegates.

Angel&a Harry S. Truman California George M Pennsylvania Truman Californion

Horoscope Outlook for late December to 1999 changes

The horoscope urges early planning and efficient scheduling to handle upcoming duties and unexpected extras. Evening social functions, romance, and cultural pursuits look favorable. birthdays may bring rewards for past efforts. Career goals seen as achievable by year end as opportunities arise with steady, paced work and careful handling of January burdens.

The West Indies Yacht Mission Around The Veiled Plot

On the Vittoria a covert sailing party gathers in a Caribbean setting where Braun Meer and Vogel emerge as central figures. The narrator notes power struggles, concealed gold chests, and coded German loyalties while an early morning voyage stirs tension aboard the yacht with Dr. Lund and Miss Lily Wyndham adding to the uneasy atmosphere.

Manfred’ Braun Meer Braun Vogel Adolf A. Reasonable Vittoria Carey Lynch Bobby Dr. Laued West Indies Europe Reichschancellor Dr. Lund

Townsends host birthday dinner and visitors fill weekend

A Downington family notes a 13th birthday dinner for Sidney Townsend at Gath Townsend and Mrs Townsend home. Weekend visitors include Cecil and Dena Haning, Mr and Mrs Junior Allen and daughter from Columbus, Garnet Boring, and other relatives. Local residents and friends from Columbus and Athens dropped by for visits and support.

Columbus Mr. Stotts Lucy Jotts Marie Delores Price Charles Cleveland John L. Clark D. M. Bolen Hattie Haning Lola Cain Marie Stotts Athens Lucy Stotts Franklin Townsend Sidney Donna Townsend Gath Townsend Emerson Wise Sharon Sue Venta Robinson Barnhart Herb ‘Barnhart Blanche Stanley Dena Staney Dale Tnd Herrepr le Bale Bradbury

Buck Run Buck Run Familiars Gather at Buckeye Lake

Miss Patty Kline and Aunt Ela Kline host guests including Barbara and Joyce Bowers with Rina Runa and Patty Arr. at Buckeye Lake. Dave Woltz hosts visits from Paul Jim West and Dianne Reed. Charles A. Fast of Celina dies. relatives from Rockbridge convey the news. Dinner guests include Sterl Bowers family from Columbus.

Buck Run Patty Kline Ela Kline Btfle Welts Barbara Joyce Bowers Rina Runa Patty Dave Woltz Clyde Nihiser Paul Jim West Buckeye Lake John West Dianne Reed Kay McDonaha Mary West Gilbert Woltz Michael Nichiser Rockbridge Charles

Broadcast schedule fragment with varied show listings

A prior broadcast directory fragment lists programs and times including personalities like Bentsen John Steele Sammy and Crosby. It appears as a mixed slate of news commentary variety segments with placeholder names and inconsistent formatting, offering a snapshot of a radio or television lineup from a past issue.

Be Bentsen John Steele Sammy Abe Hasy Margaret McBrie Godfrey Fiety Jebanae Dr. Peale Johnny Olsen Imainees Mort Wonderful Cry Ebe Ty Croc Martin Bock Ruby Merce Fis

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