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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1945

Page

16

American delegation backs Yalta pact on Russia votes

Washington notes the American delegation to the San Francisco Conference remains aligned with President Roosevelt's Yalta promise of three votes for Russia in the United Nations assembly. Senators may dissent yet must support the majority view when a final vote occurs, with US will casting a single, delegation-determined vote. The piece argues public discussion aids consensus and defends press freedoms as essential to democracy.

Washington San Francisco Roosevelt Yalta Russia United Nations Organization United States Senate House Connally Vandenberg Capitol Hill America Marshal Stalin Security Council Assembly Satin United Nations Baltimore Sun Michigan

Subscriptions Rates and Rates for Outside Onis

The notice lists subscription prices: Mt Cardier one year twelve dollars, six months four fifty, plus a one dollar and thirty eight cent option. Outside Onis rates: one year six fifty, six months three fifty, week one dollar, three weeks bc. Special weekly service with worldwide delivery offered at one hundred dollars per year. Foreign and other offices referenced. obituary and card of thanks charges noted.

Atfarenger Ao Athena Peas Act of Ind John W. Cullen Cempany Chiesge Verslumbus Cleveland Romina Bafka

Gun in the Ledges murder case resurfaces in interrogation

In the tense scene at The Ledges Cass Hapes reveals the gun found with Phineas Hudson’s killer. Inspector Marks probes Trent about an alibi as plans form to expose the buried motive tied to Ostermann diamonds and the elusive P. A. X amulet.

Cass Hapes Hopers Phineas Hudson Marks Ostermann Cass Impettor Hanes Hapes Trent Boston A. Mavier Calavestri Pietro A. Xavier Carol Brescini Xavier P. A. Xang Parton

Woe for Japs as Russia moves toward Pacific role

The article argues the Soviet end of the Japan neutrality pact could bring Russia into the Pacific war, enabling air bases in Siberia for attacking Japan and shortening the conflict. It notes Japan’s likely cabinet changes and possible peace moves, while urging caution about optimistic forecasts.

Japan United Nations Asia Russia Siberia Manchuria Pacific Japa Stalin Tokyo Mikado Suzuki United States America San Francisco

Planning in Time for Athens Water Supply

Athens emphasizes proactive planning for future water supply as other Ohio towns face shortages. The piece urges using geologists’ expertise, preserving underground water, and storing reserve water to attract industries and avoid later recriminations when wells run dry.

Athens Ohio

Pollution Threatens Ohio Lakes From Old Coal Mines

The piece warns that many artificial lakes in Ohio may suffer deadly pollution as old coal mines leak iron and sulphur wastes. Spring strains dilute mineral pollution but later year streams turn yellow and lifeless, risking long term fish death. Scientists warned, ignored by some, affecting future fishing prospects.

Ohio

Letter From Washington on San Francisco Conference aims

Peter Edson argues the priority is a global organization to end wars, not back-room voting fights. He warns postponing the San Francisco Conference and Dumbarton Oaks would set back peace, urging focus on lasting security, jobs, and ordinary living standards rather than procedural battles.

Washington San Francisco Argentina Ukraine Yalta Dumbarton United Nations Organization Philadelphia America Spunkshile Flore Island

Easter Guests and Local Visits Fill Long Bottom Notes

Easter guests in the Long Bottom area included the Swan and Lawrence households from East Liverpool and Cleveland visits by others. Local residents report family visits, health updates, and pre-induction exams for Ray Rigas and Patt Lawrence, with overseas service mentions and Easter acknowledgments.

Long C. H. Lawrence Herbert Swan Kenneth Lawrence East Liverpool H. C. Swan David Yates Cleveland Edwin German Pittsburgh E. German Lindsey Lyons, Jr Jase Paul Clifford Michael Pomeroy Roscoe Wella Elma Smith Chester Donald Myéra Virgil Roush Mary Matlack Neville Island Gladys Marks Marvin Marks Bee R. L. Larkin Marvin Marke Gaynon Clark J. L. Lambert Salem Center Emmett Stethem Newark Peter Dorst Martin Marks Dank McCain Norman Darnell Hospital Danvile South Pacific Lindsey Lyons Set Lyons Ernest Griffin New York Ruby Larkins Gagnell Clerk Daucters Meo R. L. Larkins Reedsville Wands Pickens Frank Pickens Eleanor Hannum Roy Hannum Ray Rigas Patt Lawrence

Pleasant Valley Social Circles Report Various Visits and News

Social and Personal notes from Pleasant Valley recount updates on local residents. Arthur Goodin and family learn their son Pearl Goodin is alive in a German prison camp. Community members host and attend dinners and visits across households including Hanning, Woodward, Brooks, and Patrick families with Pearl H Brooks traveling to Columbus for Navy tests.

Pleasant Valley Arthur Goodin Pe Pearl Goodin Fsalyva Pugh Blanche Woodward Athens Mi O Howard Browde Fail Hanning Pearl Chapel Betty Guham Kate Cora Brooke Brooks Pearl H Brooks Columbus Navy Eart Hanning Pearl Wood Betty Gihan TW Morgan Bob Stenstur Tam Bowman Jane Morean Mary Patrick Jane Patrick Charles Roose Ed pBsonay Cara Branks Pearl H. Brooks

Allies Move Toward Netherlands Port Falls in World War II

War dispatch notes Allied forces at the Dutch border racing to seize Emden Bremen and Hamburg while Germans withdraw from Holland to defend Rotterdam and Amsterdam. The push aims to clear Holland’s harbors, deprive Germany of North Sea ports and hamper V bomb launches while Dutch suffering worsens from floods and privation.

Les Dewitt MacKenzie Germany Holland Amsterdam Rotterdam North Sea Lorient St. Nazaire Normandy Emden Bremen Hamburg London British

Auditor Ends Check On Mason School Funds

W S Dunkle veteran auditor for the state tax commission completed a check of Mason County Board of Education finances and found records in good condition. He praised financial clerk Miss Hildreth Armstrong and noted the audit covered retirement, withholding, hospital funds and teacher bonds.

Point Pleasant W. S. Dunkle State Tax Commission Mason County Board of Education Charleston Dunkle Hildreth Armstrong Hnanree Kanawha County Mason County Speriff R. N. Dunkle Army Air Force Burma

Sugar Ration Rules Issued For Home Canning

Brown announces a canning sugar panel to review applications and issue coupons after April 15. Home canners face a 20 pound per person limit and 160 pound per family cap, with R34 forms requiring Spare Stamp No 13 and no over-the-counter coupons.

Point Pleasant John E. Brown Mason County Canning Bertha S. Reed Reba W. Beale Juliet Smmth Board of Hee Mr. Brown Brown

Ball Family Gathers At Letart Sunday

Ball family and friends meet at Letart home to celebrate William Ball's 72nd birthday. Attendees include Cunningham, Ball, Roush, Snyder, and Daling families from Point Pleasant Huntington and Letart. Three grandchildren served overseas in England France and Germany.

Point Pleasant William Ball Letart Ball D. E. Cunningham Marie Charles Paul Lyda Charles Ball Grace Joe Huntington Robert Roush Leroy Lester Clayton Roush Ruby Rheba Johnnné Snyder Karen Sué Daling Ball Charlie Donnie Lucinda Roush Letari

Rocksprings News Notes Socials and Red Cross Total

Local notes from Rocksprings report visits across nearby towns as families gather at homes in Kerr Run Athens Rd Pomeroy and Ravenna. Red Cross drive totals 243.08 raised by community workers led by Homer Radford Amos Leonard and Grueser. An article closes noting an annual $45 million loss in the US poultry industry due to improper egg handling.

Helen’ Collins Columbus Fred Goegiein Henry Bailey Homer Radford Athens Rd Ward Radford Piketon Flora Radford Kate Weyersmiller Fomeroy Jewell Curtis Anha Reuter Frances Reibel Pomeroy Charles Grueser W. A. Morgan Donald Matthews Dayton Grace Drake Mery Ed Humphrey Freda McAfee Carl Heilman Peach Fork Athena Hazel Humphrey Louise Bartels Holzer Hospital Kerré Run Herman Gruesér Sophie Whitlock Helena Brickles Mary Kunzelman John Fred Whitlock Ravenna Anna James Athens Ray Nettie Collins Amos Leonard Dorothy Betty William Grueser Hélen Leo Harry B Smith Naylors Run Phillip Collins Red Cross Wilbur Bailey Grueser John Hartung Clarence Grueser Leonard

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