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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1947
Page
4
John V. Webb notes Associated Press credit and local publication details. Subscription costs are listed for weekly carrier and mail delivery in Ohio and West Virginia, with annual and half-year options. Foreign rates available on request. Second Class Matter under the 1918 Act.
The General Assembly may take up proposals from Australia and Argentina to convene a world conference to revise the UN Charter voting rules. Observers compare the potential overhaul to the 1787 U S Constitutional Convention, while three core SCP items stalemate may push the shift forward.
Dr William A O Briens Medical Comment explains gall bladder removal is often needed to cure gall stone disease and outlines symptoms from biliary attacks. It notes some stones are asymptomatic and discusses diagnosis, digestion after surgery, and when removal is not mandatory.
The Taft Hartley Law aims to curb one sided government interference with unions and restore freedom to workers and employers. Labor leaders back repeal and threaten to unseat supporters, while CIO PAC efforts shaped a Congress and aided Roosevelt’s fourth term and Truman’s bid.
The Athens area will absorb a 50 percent rise in residents this week, bringing 5200 extra people to the city. Ohio University will house 2000 more students, and room rents alone may bring in about $10,000 monthly. The surge promises strained streets and services, but supports regional economic gains and richer city life.
Washington column analyzes GOP delegate dynamics in the run up to the 1948 convention. It weighs Taft Dewey and Vandenberg as leading contenders, notes local party leaders influence, and considers Eisenhower or MacArthur as possible dark horses depending on Truman's polling and Pennsylvania results. It also discusses Athens business growth and Ohio University’s expansion as context for postwar leadership and development.
A Bacon quotation notes that reading serves delight ornament and ability. The crafty condemn it while the simple admire it and the wise use it. This reflects enduring value of reading across audiences and aims.
After an unusually hot stretch through August and early September, a cool west wind arrived Monday afternoon. Residents debate felt hats and anticipate winter’s frost, fuel costs, and canned foods while noting opportunities for work and the UN’s potential to resolve global issues.
Homer T. Baird appeals Athens County citizens to support the National Guard and boost Co. L and Battery E strength. He notes longtime county tradition, training value, and personal veteran connections, urging eligible residents to serve and uphold an honorable legacy. Charleston, Sept. 12.
Millfield and surrounding communities see visits and guests over Labor Day weekend. Notables include Antle families from Millfield and Lynchburg with Georgia Jean. extended visits with the Wilbur Antle and Bailey households. Local mail carrier Grover Patton buys a jeep for rural service. Regulars and events cover illnesses, school injuries, church suppers, and euchre gatherings.
The WSCS of the Murray City Methodist Church met at the church social rooms with Mrs. Effie Devol presiding. Lunch was served to members and guests including Mrs. Stella Morrell and Mrs. Howard Burns of Crooksville. Numerous visits followed with relatives and friends returning home from Columbus, Lancaster, Akron, Detroit, and Parris Island, S C.
Community updates from Racine Ohio covering visits among Roush families and friends in Letart New Haven Athens Stiversville Gallipolis and nearby areas. Obituaries note Anthony Salser and Dorothy Wolfe funeral services. A wedding announces June Roush Holter daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Holter marrying Robert Ashley.
Local notes list weekend visitors from Cleveland Lima Columbus and Pittsburgh visiting Diehls Walks and Idle families. A daughter born to Harry Van Meter is reported. Naomi Nease and Marshall Riley wed at Pomeroy with plans to reside in Point Pleasant. Several residents travel to Huntington Warren and Nitro while home projects include a basement extension at Clarence Ihle’s.
Members of the Ladies Aid Society of the Church of Christ gathered at Mrs. Bert Murray’s home with Mrs. John Davis leading devotion. Prizes were awarded during social hour. the dessert was served by the hostess and her daughter Roberta along with Reta Bryan. A son named Frank Edward was born August 28 to Frank S. Catshall and Elpha Rose Hooper, now of Canton. Various guests visited local residents from Cedar Grove, Parkersburg, Amesville, and beyond, including the Chesser and Chalfant families, Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Jones, and others from Ohio and West Virginia.
Miss Hazel Cline of Albany spoke at a Wednesday Club meeting hosted by Mrs. T. J. Barlow and Mrs. George W. Flinn after returning from Europe and a Northwest Far West trip. Surveyors worked in Clifton Mason City and Hartford for weeks under the notion that major coal developments were planned.
Mrs. Robert Beckler in charge of a Kimberly school clothing project for children of Kimberly miners out of work since last spring. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Corwin hosted a surprise birthday for their daughter Fay Warren. Mrs. Bert Ingmire visited Dr. and Mrs. Ingmire, and Mrs. O. W. Lusher visited her mother in Gallipolis. Henry Osborne and wife observed their 55th wedding anniversary.
Mrs Ethelagg suffered a broken left arm and body bruises after a fall at home Sunday. She received treatment at a physician’s office in Corn Bob Musick Jr and Raymond Jones, Shawnee. Various local residents visit relatives and announce births and travels in Congo community notes.
New York listings show NBC is airing Milton Berle at 7:30 with Date with Judy at 7:30 and Red Skelton at 9:30. CBS presents Big Town at 7, We the People at 8, Studio One death drama at 8:30. ABC offers Green Hornet at 7:30, Town Meeting on Rising Prices at 8:30, Summer Serenade at 9:30. MBS features Warden's Cases at 7, The Falcon at 7:30, Rosh Hashanah drama Who Shall Live at 9, and Calle fornia Melodies at 9:30.
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