Athens Messenger page four publication details and rates
Athens Messenger page four lists publication schedule and staff terms for The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co. Gordon K. Bush as publisher and general manager, Charles H. Harris as managing editor, with subscription rates by carrier and mail for Athens Gallia and nearby counties. It notes associations and news rights, plus office locations and pricing.
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Pershing says no expeditionary force to Europe
In a Hugh Johnson commentary, General Pershing argues America will not send an expeditionary army to Europe, yet war plans prove unpredictable. Johnson recalls the 1917 draft shift that expanded from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands, aiding Allied needs and possibly influencing victory. He warns war is not a picnic and that combatants must plan to fight globally.
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New York
Pershing
Europe
France
Great Britain
United States
Germany
England
Austria
Italy
Belgium
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Hemisphere
Joe Louis
Max Schmeling
Africa
Asia
Candy Stick Stuff and the Candy Counter Metaphor
A column critiques Wendell Willkie and Roosevelt campaign rhetoric likening political rhetoric to candy. It suggests democracies risk bankruptcy if rights are handed out freely and urges voters to weigh whether candy should be earned or given. It reflects on historical views of rights and governance and warns against excessive minority demands.
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Wendell Willkie
France
United States
England
Franklin
Jefferson
Washington
U. S
Latvia
Estonia
Lithuania
Russia
Baltic
Germany
Hitler
American
Red Cross
Poland
Paris
Government ownership versus private business stance
A strong editorial argues private enterprise best preserves public trust and warns against government run business. It credits private capital with tax payments while cautioning that state control risks socialism, urging defense of democracy by keeping business out of government hands.
Shortage of Skilled Labor Sparks Debate Across Sectors
The piece contrasts claims of a skilled labor shortage by manufacturers with counter statements from unions and officials like Sidney Hillman. It urges federal coordination of employment agencies to connect supporters and skeptics, aiming to determine if a deficit exists and how to address it.
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Machinists
National Defense
Sidney Hillman
War Department mix up over 81 foreign agents claim
War Department announced 81 foreign agents were under arrest in the Canal Zone, but authorities denied knowledge of such agents and said 81 aliens with improper passports were held for possible deportation. The department then said the message was a transmission mistake, a rare but troubling error.
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War Department
Canal Zone
Washington Scene Insights on War Debts and Guns
Bruce Catton surveys Baltic asset freezes and US investments, contrasts with retaliatory seizures by a defeated regime. He notes Garand rifle production at Springfield Arsenal, aims for 250000 by next year. Red Cross war relief funds show slow disbursement and conditional use, plus quotes on marriage and media bias.
Ten Years Ago Athens News Highlights
Herman Luckoff of Athens and former Glouster resident on a European tour. Ohio University begins construction on a new library this week. Prof. H T Houf from Ohio University spoke at Mt. Hermon Homecoming. George L. Wright of Logan named county attendance officer. The No 6 School Building and Palmer School Building in Glouster were offered at public sale.
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Herman Luckoff
Athens
Glouster
Europe
Ohio University
H. T. Houf
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Mt. Heremon
George L. Wright
Logan
Hocking County Board of Education
Public Forum Letters Publish Signed Commentary
Readers may submit brief signed letters on current events for daily publication. Contributions should be concise to fit multiple items, with the writer's signature appearing alongside. The forum welcomes diverse opinions and urges timely participation from community members.
Reasons to Arm Editor The Messenger
The letter argues right rule ends with power in Europe and warns of a potential U S fight to defend liberty. It stresses timely national defense, training, and sacrifice, claiming America must prepare now for possible conflict with Hitler and preserve liberty and justice for all. Charles R Larson Portland Aug 2.
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Adolf Hitler
America
England
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Charles R. Larson
Portland
Learn What's New From This
American tourists discover travel innovations as Polaroid train windows reduce glare and lighten scenery viewing. High point suspension in passenger cars improves ride on curves while lighter freight cars save weight. Subtle gains in refrigerator car design cut weight and speed costs. Rubber tie plates aim to quiet subway rides. Folding bicycles and long luggage ease auto trips, with a folding stove and compact gear enhancing roadside comfort.
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Los Angeles
New York City
Grangers To Serve Kiwanian Lunch
Logan Antioch Grange will host the Logan Kiwanis Club at their regular meeting next Tuesday evening at Enterprise school. It will be ladies night with a music program and guest J. P. Blauser of Ohio State University who will present a motion picture from Lake of the Woods.
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Antioch Grange
Logan Kiwanis Club
Enterprise School
J. P. Blauser
Ohio State University
Lake of the Woods
Corning Social Notes and Local Toasts in Corning Ohio
Corning notes report a minor head on collision near New Lexington involving William Barnett of Corning and James Fowler of New Lexington, with a parked Ohio Power Co truck as the third impact. Infant Russell Brown died after four hours, burial set in New Lexington Cemetery. Ruth Mason hired as commercial teacher. Mother Daughter banquet hosted by Class 13 at Methodist Church with 35 guests. Dr James Miller's hospital rest noted. wedding of Catherine Klarenbeck and William Bernhard at St Bernard's in Columbus with reception at bride’s parents. social at Sunflower Chapter Eastern Stars in Congo with initiation of Elizabeth Grey.
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Corning
William Barnett
Division of the Aged
New Lexington
James Fowler
Ohio Power Company
Russell, Jr
Russell Brown
Owen Gladden
Morgan County
Mary Brown
Ruth Mason
Akron
Earl Mason
Dave Mason
St. Bernard’s Catholic Church
Catherine Klarenbeck
George Klarenbeck
William Bernhard
Columbus
Elizabeth Bernhard
Margaret Klarenbeck
Sixth Ave
J. J. Murray
Congo
Sunflower Chapter
Eastern Stars
Elizabeth Grey
Cameo Heist Sparks Theater Love Triangle
Johnny Regan learns Molly Travers may have stolen a cameo to secure a theater contract. He searches the burned theater dressing room for the missing jewel and confronts Molly while Jean Reynolds looms as the potential witness. Masters appears as tension builds toward a confrontation before the conclusion.
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Johnny Regan
Jean Reynolds
Johnny
Molly Travers
Andre Masters
Molly
Masters
Jean
Cameo
Dennis
Rutherford Street
Meltons
Cot Street
Weather Extremes Describe Global Rainfall Gaps
Some regions of the earth receive so little rain that measurements are lost for years while other zones record several hundred inches yearly. The statement contrasts arid and extremely wet areas, highlighting the uneven distribution of precipitation across continents and climates.
Athens County quarry opens on Laughlin farm near Stewart
A limestone quarry started on Fred Laughlin's Rome Towne ship farm near Stewart. A Home Convenience Survey in Troy Township by Ohio University and Athens County Farm Bureau reports long worker hours among housewives. Chet Wolfe of Columbus sustains a fractured ankle in a game. Engagements announced for Margaret Durrett and Walter J. Shapler with attendants Oneta Norcross and Harold Twitchell.
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Athens County
Fred Laughlin
Rome Towneship
Stewart
Troy Township
Ohio University
Athens County Farm Bureau
Chet Wolfe
Columbus
O. U
Margaret Durrett
Walter J. Shapter
Oneta Norcross
Harold Twitchell
Logans Scout and community notices from August briefing
Logan reports a Girl Scout meeting at Mrs. Harry Stone's home with Mrs. Roy Turner in charge and Donna Gordon and Maxine Glaspell leading the program. Attendees include Grace Griffith Kathryn Gray and others. Mt Pleasant 4-H boys escorted to New Plymouth to hear Joy Bell musicians. Stork shower hosted for Mrs. Denver Merz with gifts from multiple attendees. Grace Turner returns from Camp Ross-Hocking after seven years with Senior Youth Group.
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Ralph Wadsworth
Kenneth Rheinscheld
Ella Hansher
Amos Garrison
Dwight Smith
Virginia Glaspell
Oretha Rheinscheld
Arthur Dollsmatch
James Cottrill
Albert Reddick
Harry Primmer
Merz
Mabel Daft
Grant Harden
Fred Davis
Roy Turner
Grace Turner
Camp Ross-Hocking
Miss Turner
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