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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1947
Page
4
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In Middleport we encounter towns with two names such as Burlingham or Bungtown and list others like Hoyttown or Hemlock Grove. The piece notes the cultural weight of names, mentions the Harold Pickerings moving into a new brick house, and reflects on Pleasant Ridge and Happy Valley contrasts while praising Meigs County connections.
Happy Brandon works as secretary to war correspondent Steve Landers. George Harrell invites her to spend February with his family at Guale, hinting at a longer stay. Steve questions the arrangement, warning about entanglements and her independence, as the February visit promises change.
The NFPA warns fire losses per capita rose to 4.01 in 1946 and total losses may reach 700 million. With housing shortages, a single home fire displaces families and hinders others from finding shelter. Most fires stem from bad habits or faulty construction.
A New York City viewing of operations by hundreds of American College of Surgeons fellows at an international Clinical Congress showcases television as an educational tool. RCA engineers adapted tech for the telecast, offering a clearer view, lower cost than film, and immediate results, with wide potential for medical training and rapid dissemination of techniques.
A biblical verse expresses personal sorrow and faintness of heart. The speaker seeks solace within distress, citing longing for relief and guidance from divine presence.
National real estate and housing groups disagree on costs as new non farm housing hits 83,000 in August. Raymond Foley, head of housing activities, notes price plateau with gradual declines possible, while needing deeper analysis of affordable unit breakdowns and private sector roles.
Sam Simmons designates Why People Enjoy Living in West Virginia as this year’s topic for the state literature contest. He notes WV’s varied scenery, climate, and productive land, arguing the state offers a generally pleasant place to live despite occasional heat, cold, and distant storm memories.
NBC airs Big Boy Babe Ruth drama at 8 and 9 Voorhees All-Choral Concert at 9. CBS presents Andrew Sisters with Bob Crosby at 7:30 and Godfrey Talent Scouts at 8:30. ABC schedules Phil Silvers at 8:30 and Sammy Kaye Band at 9:30. MBS offers Scotland Yard at 8:30 and Charlie Chan at 8:30 with Fish and Hunt Club at 10.
President Truman urges careful action on funding Europe and Marshall Plan aid noting public persuasion, need for concrete plans, and nonpartisan support. He discusses optimal timing for a December first session, the role of foreign affairs committees, and calls for joint international effort including Russia to stabilize Europe.
Mr and Mrs R S Henderson of Coolville and Mr and Mrs Ralph Henderson were dinner guests honoring Mrs Henderson on her birthday. A party for Guy Hill's 15th birthday featured many friends. Visitors included Leslie Consaul from Huntington and Capt William Hannum returning from Germany. Portland 4 H girls attended a picnic at Rock Springs Fair Grounds along with numerous local residents.
The longtime Baptist Sunday School teacher Mrs Emily White Barnes guided church youth in Middleport. A group of her former girls made a loving quilt for her, which she later entered in a Rochester Minnesota fair where it won a leading prize.
Mrs Judson White hosted a party for Mrs Everett Bachner but plans went awry. Helen prepared to celebrate on a chosen date, only to learn the guest of honor arrived a week early, yet the group still sang Happy Birthday.
At Orin Smith's school in Harrisonville a stray ram followed children to the room. It charged both children and adults causing concern among staff and visitors.
At a DAR conference the housing shortage is discussed as extending to Gallipolis where the cemetery is full. There is space in a new section but the cemetery proper has no available lots.
Mrs. P F Mooney twin sister of Senator John Bricker spoke at the conference from Mt Sterling Ohio. Attendees were impressed by her sincerity and straightforward talk and its potential to stump for her brother if votes are needed.
Attendees at a conference by Lake White on the Ohio River discussed the lake’s beauty and suggested visiting nearby river scenery. The conversation centered on inviting others to see the Ohio River landscape.
The narrator travels through Rutland on a journey to Waverly admiring vibrant gardens. They describe ripe pump kins, cut corn, sumac flames on hills, and vivid beds near Dr Jirden’s and Bart Rawlings’ homes featuring canna, salvia, and large dahlias in red, wine, yellow, and white.
The piece critiques a Truman campaign ad and questions political funding and motivations. It laments voter ignorance, praises founding principles, and argues schools should teach the republic versus democracy to ensure informed ballots. It also mentions Wayne Morris and contrasts wealth with public duty.
The piece argues for smaller, steady employers like West Virginia Malleable Iron Co to support the tri county area. It notes the Graham Station Philip Sporn power plant as a future marvel but cautions large plants offer less labor than their capital value. The author links community growth to population and opportunity.
Robert H. Ferguson, superintendent of schools, has repeatedly voiced the aim to teach county students the differences between a democracy and a republic. Before leading the school system, he prepared a paper outlining how all U S presidents up to recent times viewed these forms of government.
Mr and Mrs W H Howe and son William Henry Jr visited in Etna with her parents the Wallaces. Mrs Cecil Hoover moved to Canton for work. Lovell Rogers and family visited Mt Vernon relatives. Several locals planned trips to Ohio University in Athens. The birth of Carlene Sue Harkins Sept 23 in Athens hospital was announced. Past Matrons of Webb Chapter OES were entertained in Stockport.
Dr. William A. O'Brien analyzes school absenteeism due to illness, noting higher rates in younger children and girls for respiratory infections. He advises against perfect attendance prizes and urges keeping sick children home, with guidance on allergic and non contagious conditions and a physician consult for chest fullness beneath the nipple.
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