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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1945

Page

4

What the United Nations conference aims to do

David Lawrence explains the UN conference is not a peace settlement or punitive trial but a charter forming treaty, a world police assembly, a security council limited to major powers, and a framework for economic and cultural development with trusteeships. It stresses moral force, open debate, and gradual charter amendments, with careful attention to Moscow and Washington positions.

San Francisco United Nations Germany Japan Great Britain France United States China Britain Russia Security Council United Nations Organization Moscow Palestine Dumbarton Oaks America

White Steamer and Masks Parade Through Racine Streets

A town scene unfolds with Ford and Packard cars arriving as three masked riders in hoods gather near the Maxwell. Neighbors stare while a bank of automobiles ties together in an unusual display. The gathering precedes a charity dinner and a church meeting with locals recounting the day’s bustling events.

Julia Clark Jiden Owen Watcover Theserson John Philson Dana

Peace conference plea for San Francisco charter

The article argues the San Francisco UN conference must test mankind’s resolve to build an international legal order for lasting peace. It urges acceptance of a Dumbarton Oaks plan, warns of differences with the Soviet model, and stresses will, cooperation, and readiness to use force for peace, acknowledging imperfection but calling for progress. A statesman note adds that winning momentum is needed to begin lasting peace.

San Francisco Dumbarton Oaks United States Great Britain Soviet Union United Nations

Sherwood speech on Japan forgiveness draws controversy

The Civic press questions Robert E. Sherwood's claim that after Japan is conquered the U S should forgive Japanese atrocities. It argues democracy demands stronger stance against fascism and cautions against equating private views with national sentiment. It notes his OWI role and long wartime anti fascist record.

Robert E. Sherwood OWI Sherwood Urban League of New York Japan Mr. Sherwood

Critics weigh Dumbarton Oaks plan for UN Charter

Peter Edson analyzes U S public proposals nine key points include bill of rights stronger international law and regional bodies. Senate attitudes split with four opposed and many supporting or conditionally backing the Dumbarton Oaks framework. Senator Connally flags interim council as a potential fix until a full UN is ratified. Senator Van denberg offers refined amendment ideas as a leading San Francisco delegate.

San Francisco United Nations Organization U.S Security Council Assembly U. S Senate Dumbarton Oaks Roosevelt Tom Connally Texas Senate Foreign Relations Committee Arthur Vandenberg Michigan San Fran- Ciaco

Former Dover Resident Catherine Worthing Dies in Columbus

Mrs Catherine Perry Worthing age 45 a former Dover resident died at her Columbus home 105 Norwich Ave after an illness with heart trouble. She is survived by husband Alfred Worthing a son Alfred Lee in the Philippines and five brothers and three sisters including Mrs Nell Morgan Chauncey and Mrs Arthur Peterson Fresno.

Chauncey Catherine Perry Worthing Nell Morgan Norwich Ave Columbus Alfred Worthing Alfred Lee Philippines Morgan Arthur Peterson Fresno Calf Bridget McKay J. E. Perry Falls River Mass Neil Durham N. C Joseph Sacramento Calif Thomas Anna Dennis Nelsonville

Albany Honor Roll Listed for Albany Schools

Albany reports its fifth period honor roll with grade by grade names across six grades. Notable entries include Lois Bolin, Claudia Bolin, Judith Barnes, Lee Bailey, Lewis Barnhouse, Martha Baughman, Helen Davis, Mary Bean, and Norman McDaniel among many others from Albany. A separate line notes a fatal automobile collision near Yellow Springs involving Garvin, age 4.

Albany Lois Bolin Geraldine Burritt Lowell Burritt Waldo Derry Wilma Elliott Charles Elliott Martha Potter Carl Ross Tommy Spurlock Teddy Tewkabury Wilma Woodrum Bessie Bailey Harold Beatty June Bobo Bartha Rolin Charlene Carsey Barbara Davis Howard Ellis Evelyn Graham Donava Easler Joe Lowery Elizabeth MacPherson Leivis Mort Bonna Jean Whaley Billy Joe Whaley Loraine Davis June Ann Dorsey Gerald Chesser Martha Chase Jeanie Castle Lee Bailey Benny Danny Batty Huddell Ola Faye Lee Albert Milligan Edwin Perry Marjean Robinson Marjorie Robinson Ronda Russell Betty Ryan Nancy Wingo June Morris Joan Batterall Mabel Bolin Barbara Bolin Ralph Brat Ton Mary Lee Chesser Betty Doss Eleanor Gibson Anita Knowlton Alwilda Martin Janice McDaniel Dale Morse Patty Perry Patsy Sweeny Sharon jVorhes Barbara West Arthur Woodgerd Lewis Barnhouse Betty Bolin Jo Ann Elliott Arthur Ellis Vinton Jewell Erma McHarg Donna McPherson Wayne Martin Marie Phillips Wilma Ran June French Katherine Jones Woodrow Vail Helen Davis Norman McDaniel Carl Robinson Margaret Whiteman Betty Zimmerman Mary Bean Mary Conkey Doris McCoy Betty Pugh Mildred Pugh Ruth Russell Clara Zimmerman

Chauncey District Social and Personal

Chauncey area residents are listed visiting relatives and attending local events. Alvin Shrewsberry of Columbus spent the weekend with his father Ad Shrewsberry in Sand Ridge. Mrs Carrie Miller of The Plains visited her parents the Osborne family. Mrs Mabsl Mingus and Mrs Nellie Morgan traveled from Columbus to Chauncey to see relatives. Inez Ley from Athens and Loretta Ogg and Ruth Romine from Columbus were in Chauncey visiting family. Ray Leake and wife and children visited Columbus, Dow Cannon, and Greens Run connections noted. Reena Simpkins and children from Athens spent Sunday with the Shafers. Marilyn Porter of Athens visited in Chauncey. Sunbeam Class meeting at Millfield postponed to next Monday night.

Columbus Catherine Worthing Inez Ley Athens Chauncey John Ley Loretta Ogg Ruth Romine Anna Shields High St Ray Leake Leake Dow Cannon Greens, Run Reena Simpkins Donald Rita Johnnie Carl Shafer Ellis Ave Mariyn Porter Paul Porter Sunbeam Millsfield

Mrs. Robinson’s son wounded in action in Paris

Chauncey Mrs Beulah Robinson of Chancey reports her son Eldon Robinson with the infantry is hospitalized in Paris after being wounded on April 9 by a hand grenade. He flew there in a C-47 and described the flight as tough due to air pockets. The note recounts other local items from 40 years ago including awards, visits, and club activities.

Boshy Billafares Sue Julia

Public Forum letter selection demands concise contributions

The Public Forum section notes limited space requires careful selection of letters. Editors will publish only concise opinions that fit space and preserve department integrity, and some letters may not appear if they exceed the allowed length or tone.

Want To Know Editor The Messenger CPA Rights

Willard Reeves of Nelsonville Ohio asks why a store refuses to sell cigarettes or snacks to one customer while others buy. He questions what soldiers die for if citizens cannot freely purchase goods they want.

the Messenger CPA

Loyal Women's Class Meets With Devotions In Chauncey

Mrs. Hamilton hosted the Loyal Women's Class of the Church of Christ with Mrs. Shafer presiding. Devotions were led by Mrs. Pendergrass and the lesson by Mrs. Nye, followed by refreshments during social hour.

Hamilton Chauncey Thomas Hamilton Mould St Loyal Women's Class Church of Christ Carl Shafer Florence Pendergrass Inez Nye

Mrs Kisor Hostess Chauncey Sunday Guests

Mrs Mary Kisor of Sand Ridge entertained Sunday guests including Jammy Kisor and son from Millfield Carol Martin and Donald Keirns William Phelps Toledo and Fred Davies of Sand Ridge. Mr and Mrs Herman McCune Sand Ridge hosted Sunday guests Mrs Wilbur McCune and children from Sugar Creek Mrs C D Southerton and Michael Curran Chauncey. Mrs Mary Kisor near Chauncey has received lifts from her son Pvt Elmer Ki aot overseas in France after several months abroad.

Kisor Chauncey Mary Kisor Sand Ridge Jammy Kisor Millfield Carol Martin Donald Keirns William Phelps Toledo Fred Davies Sand Ridge Herman McCune Wilbur McCune Sugar Creek C. D. Southerton Michael Curran iChauncey. T Near Chauncey Pvt Elmer Kiaot France

Racine Notes Highlight Local Visits and Dinners

Miss Mary Jean Watson and Emma Jane Jiiden attended a Music Club rehearsal in Middleport. Various families hosted dinners and visits across Racine, Portland, Gallipolis, and nearby towns, including furloughs from Percy Jones Hospital and gatherings with relatives and friends.

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