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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1943
Page
6
This commerce style notice outlines subscription rates for mail and carrier delivery, with prices for 1 year and shorter terms, plus rates for servicemen. It states Associated Press exclusivity for news dispatches and credit rights, and lists national representatives and offices.
The article urges citizens to buy War Bonds before the drive ends and emphasizes bonds as vital, immediate support for the war effort. It argues bonds protect freedom, are not mere investments, and stresses personal responsibility of small buyers to contribute generously this week.
The piece argues that since Pearl Harbor the U S is fighting barbarism in the Pacific. It cites Japanese and Axis crimes including mass executions in Europe and atrocities in China the Philippines and prisoners in the Pacific. It calls for unconditional surrender and destruction of Japanese military power.
The piece argues that critics fear government regimentation under a broad benevolent program. William Green of the AFL warns that labor will suffer if such schemes become policy. It notes labor and business fear subsidized plans could erode freedom to work and innovate.
More than half of the land leased for guayule production has been released by the government because the area is needed for food production amid progress with the synthetic rubber program. The note blames manpower and machinery shortages for food gaps, not land, and suggests irrigation areas could yield high outputs, exposing doubts about the rubber plan.
David Lawrence argues the Tokio raid was a bold but militarily marginal stunt. The column notes all planes were lost, questions landing logistics, and warns the aftershock includes intensified Allied resolve and revulsion at Japan for executing POWs, likely shaping future punitive aims.
Peter Edson reports confidential surveys indicate civilian purchases in 1943 may be about 10 percent below 1942 in some goods and services, though total annual sales could near last year’s level. Spending shifts show higher dining out, modestly higher clothing, shoes limited, drugs up 10 percent, and food availability possibly 10 percent less, yet cash sales may resemble 1942.
A brief Jesus gospel line proclaims belief in answered prayers. The quotation emphasizes faith and receiving what is desired through prayer, reflecting a teaching from the gospel of Mark.
Corning Masonic Lodge inspection Tuesday night at 7:30. Boosters banquet at the high school drew about 300 guests with floral decor. Highlights included a $25 war bond gift to Mr Gunnet and gold basketball pins for first team. Memorials, showers, and church notices follow with services at St Bernard and events at the Pythian temple and Herney’s Hall.
A wartime column argues that Japanese war crimes reinforce the Allied stance for unconditional surrender. It contrasts Axis brutality with respect for a fallen German ace, Baron von Richthofen, seen as a symbol of the chivalry the Allies claim to honor, unlike the Axis.
Poem by Leda Sams celebrating Easter as a dawn of life and freedom from death. It contrasts war’s pain with spiritual resurrection, urging hope as the tomb’s shackles break and renewal arrives for all.
Renaldo, Allison, and Barry share a dinner on the jungle estate while Allison adopts a radiant new look. Renaldo recalls Allison’s father and his own early struggles, as Barry battles fever and doubts his wartime mission. The trio reflects on loyalty, memory, and the jungle’s pull.
Switzerland has placed high explosives in the Alpine passes and railway tunnels notably St Gothard and Simplon to disrupt rapid Axis contact if neutrality is violated.
Local social notes recount visits and movements among Syracuse residents. Names include Rizer family Lt. in the corps, Helen Underhill, N J Karr, Marcia Karr, Dana Hysell, Darrell Hartwig, and others with travels to Columbus Athens and Neb. Mentions school closing May 21 and Easter plans across churches.
Word from relatives places U S Army Presque Isle Maine carpenter Claire Cumming in a serious bomb crash during a blizzard. He suffered a fractured arm broken leg and fractured skull while a classmate of the late Lieutenant Chester Steward killed in a Texas crash.
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