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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1957
Page
4
An essay argues for substance over style in political talk. It critiques tired slogans and poor language among officials while urging clear, truthful communication from public servants. The piece envisions penalties for indifference to language by high public officials.
The article notes the New York Yankees clinched their eighth pennant in nine years and questions the appeal for fans seeking variety. It mocks endless AL dominance and the team’s uniform consistency while humorously suggesting a season where rivals decide the winner.
Johns Hopkins reports Dr. Winston H Price developed the first successful vaccine against a key cold virus with 80 percent effectiveness in trials. The virus causes about 30 percent of colds, leaving many other strains. The piece notes potential social and cultural shifts if cold leniencies fade and quips about reliance on such excuses.
On the United States liner 1410 miles northeast of Cape Race at 31 knots the writer describes sea conditions 74 degrees and Gulf Stream influence. Passengers include a Southern Congressman and the dining room orchestra plays The Student Prince while wine and lavish meals unfold.
A psychiatrist examines how a 35 year old father blamed himself for his son’s mental handicap after an affair. The piece discusses abnormal guilt reactions, religious interpretations, and the myth that divine punishment causes congenital defects, urging readers to seek understanding and follow up with Dr Crane’s booklet.
Joe E. Lewis celebrates 35 years in show business and outlines his philosophy for happiness and success. He urges staying true to oneself, notes his high earnings, and recalls a life built on humor, gambling, and resilience after stomach surgery.
Mrs. Ivy Baker Priest, treasurer, was asked about a woman’s portrait on U S paper money. She replied with a wry line about women wanting the money more than their faces on it, reflecting playful exchange from Bennett Cerf's feature.
A quiz on identifying figures in recent news tests knowledge of union leadership government and royalty. Topics include the UAW president, a Major’s historic achievement, U S Senators and their states, a Mohammed king, a new ambassador, and a financier announcing memoirs.
The author argues nationalism fragments humanity across nations and races. It cites Singapore's Chinese divisions, Cyprus identity splits, Kerala’s multiethnic communism, Arab nationalism myths, and U.S. racial tensions. The piece warns about risks to unity and cites Hoover and constitutional concerns.
A report from the American Academy of Pediatrics committee on School Health urges balanced youth sports. It endorses voluntary participation with medical supervision, discourages body contact sports and national tournaments for under 12, and stresses diverse activities, proper observation, and injury awareness.
The reading notes strong social and business opportunities today with easy friendships and contacts. It warns of potential losses from carelessness and advises thrift especially in November and in monetary dealings with friends or family.
A fragment shows pricing for daily and Sunday delivery in Athens Ohio, including monthly and yearly rates, with reference to mail delivery and Associated Press association.
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