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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1945
Page
5
Amid balmy sun and clear skies Easter Sunday drew record congregations to Athens churches. Standing room only at several houses of worship, with many arenas open for overflow and special programs. Ohio University students joined townspeople in afternoon Easter parade before more services in the evening.
Athens County men reported for induction and physical examinations at Fort Hayes. Leaders were David R. Carmichael for induction and John W. Risch for examinations. Those leaving for induction received tokens from the American Legion Auxiliary as they prepared for service. many listed homes and moves outside the county. Continuous lists name numerous volunteers and individuals assigned to various boards and destinations nationwide.
City and township leaders report the area met its $25 quota and urge residents to continue contributions to the Red Cross. People not solicited or wishing to donate more can send or deliver funds to the Red Cross office at 78 East State Street or to Mr. Carpenter at the Carpenter Hardware Store.
The Associated Press reports a roundup of wartime ration stamp details. It lists stamp series for meats fats and others with current validity through specified dates. It covers Book Four Red Blue and Sugar stamps and notes gasoline fuel oil and shoe stamp statuses.
The Rev Thomas Smith of the Methodist Church of Albany was the principal speaker at a Good Friday program at Albany School. Superintendent Herman Ellis urged students to attend church. Wilma Rangsbottom led the program. Students sang Little Brown Church and Battle Hymn of the Republic.
First quarter gasoline coupons expired March 31 and truck operators were reminded by the Athens War Price and Rationing Board. To obtain second quarter coupons they must appear at the office with their Certificate of War Necessity, and several days are required to process the coupons.
The Athens County extension office in the Post Office Building will be open 8:30 to 12 and 1 to 4 pm Monday through Friday and 8:30 to 12 Saturdays. Ross Wright, county agent, announced the schedule. Helen M. Mingus of Millfield, formerly with the OPA Office, is now office secretary to Mr. Wright. Walton League to Meet in Athens County courthouse basement Tuesday at 7:30 pm per announcement.
A survey of all area food stores by the Athens War Price and Rationing Board shows 68 violations among 110 stores, with 48 in full compliance. The report notes frequent price infractions on tomato soup, pork chops, canned peas and corn, and warns against misleading labeling and mispricing to curb inflation. The public is reminded to check openly posted ceiling prices and avoid paying above them.
A bulletin of service members from Athens area families reports Pvt. Darrell West in the Philippines with the 12th Cavalry writing of friendly natives and rain. George H. Perry arrives in England with the Army Medical Corps. Lt. Charles Jennings, Athens, flies in Iwo Jima operations praised by Marines. Flowers arrive for Easter from Jack B. Mitchell in Germany. Paul Revere Wharton serves as Naval Reserve trainee in Boston after a May 1844 to 1840s-era employment. David West promoted to technician fourth grade at Camp Pinedale, California. Ralph L. Six returns from 41 months in the Pacific. Forrest C. Neigler returns from 17 months in Europe with 8th Air Force. Murl Jackson in Germany with First Army. Dana Sauters transferred from First to Ninth Army in Germany, sends two painted souvenirs. John E. Scott earns Motor Vehicle Drivers Badge with the 32nd Infantry Division on Luzon. Auxiliary to meet at 7:30 pm at Park Place.
Stanton James aged 77 died Sunday afternoon at the family home on Kurtz Ave. He formerly lived on Washington and Shafer Streets. Survived by wife Effie three daughters from a former marriage, Mrs. D. K. Seward Athens Mrs. Frank Gillman Athens R D and Mrs Ethe Carpenter Dallas Tex two brothers Frank Broadwell Ray Athens two sisters Mrs Frank Ellis and Mrs Jennie Farr Bartlett Funeta. Funeral services Tuesday at 3 p m at Jagers Funeral Home burial in W Union St Cemetery. Friends may call after 7 this evening.
Funeral services for Mrs. Ella M. Kinkead 84 of 888 College Ave die Saturday at home. Services begin 9 30 a m Wednesday Feil Funeral Church with later rites at 2 p m in W Union Street Cemetery Chapel Athens burial in W Union Street Cemetery. Survived by two daughters eight sons a brother 19 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
The weather man was exactly right for Easter with fair conditions early and evening showers. Yesterday’s high reached 69 and the low 36 with rainfall totaling 0.37 inch. Shelter ing Arms Hospital announces new visiting hours from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm.
Members and prospective Athens Masonic Club attendees are requested to join a special meeting Tuesday night at 7:30 in the Masonic Temple club rooms. Esther Class of the First Christian Church meets tonight at 7:30 with Mrs Nora Frank at 187 North Congress Street.
Mrs Kathleen Stalker and Mrs Margaret White, recently relocated from Athens to Hill Field Ogden Utah, describe dormitory life with other women from across the nation, Army atmosphere, and pride in their small wartime contributions while awaiting absent husbands. Stalker notes prior Navy service and long-missing husband in the Pacific.
Hollywood make up man Perc Westmore warns that facial creams melt on the skin under stress, causing shine and ruined makeup. He says base creams are formulated to absorb oil and sweat, leaving a matte finish and preventing streaks.
All members of Athens County Republican Women's Club and Republican women in general are asked to donate ten cents to a fund for an ambulance for the U.S. Army. Donations may be made by contacting Mrs. W. H. Wakefield, the new club president.
A woman described her stomach as a gas factory after meals with bloating daily headaches and constipation. She reports full relief after taking ERB HELP claiming meals now agree, no gas or headaches, and constipation gone. ERB HELP contains 12 herbs and is advertised by Athens Pharmacy.
Marian Anderson, the celebrated American singer, will perform at Memorial Hall in Columbus on Tuesday evening, April 17 under Hast and Amend. Her acclaimed talent has inspired voters to return for multiple attendances, as listeners renew a profound experience with each concert.
Postponed Marine Army Navy Women's Club meeting moved to next Monday April 6. WEA Review at 7 30 pm in IOOF Fall. Alpha Delta Pi Auxiliary 7 45 pm with Mrs Gaige Paulsen 36 Fairview Ave. City Federation 2 pm City Hall program by Athens Garden Club Prof George Clark on Youth Center. Wesleyan Service Guild 7 30 pm Mrs Sarah Jones 50 Morns Ave program by Miss Villa Van Dyke on Advancing in Understanding.
Minear Chapter No 274, Order of the Eastern Star, held its annual inspection Monday evening at Guysville with Worthy Grand Matron Roberta K Mindling of Beverly as inspector. A dinner preceded the meeting. dais and tables featured yellow daffodils and candles. Gifts and corsages marked the ceremony as officers presented flowers to Grand Officers including Roberta Mindling Clara South Eva Foulke Ural Westfall and Anna Snow. The Easter theme framed the Worthy Grand Matron's address praising the chapter. honorary membership was awarded to Mollhy grand matron Patsy Rohiet. A Maryland student recovering from an accident sent Easter corsage to eighth grade Central School mates.
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