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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1946

Page

4

Cecily Finds Self After Engagement Turmoil

In the aftermath of Cecily’s broken engagement, Cecily reassesses love and self worth with Robert and Val offering support. Della confronts class bias while Aunt Mavis and Corinna help Cecily navigate a decisive shift away from old ideals. Steve returns briefly as Cecily confronts an uncertain future.

Cecily Fin Ceydly Steve Detta Ceely Corinna Val Della Ceenly Wal Robert Devil Mavis Induder Beck Jou Cortrina Tye Farever Dela Corrina God Carl

Lower the sales tax in Ohio if surpluses exist

A Ohio editorial argues that state sales tax receipts exceed estimates for 1943 and 1946 and that the surplus could justify lowering the rate from 3 percent. It notes other tax receipts are ahead, criticizes persistent surpluses, and asks whether funds should be used for public works or held as a cushion for future downturns, urging legislative action.

Tom Herbert Ohio Bricker

Groundless Griping on Farm Prices and Market Gamblers

A writer argues that high food costs reflect toil and risk in farming and distribution. They condemn brokers and speculators who profit along the supply chain, urging farmer cooperatives to curb price gouging and defend the gardener’s reward. The piece stresses direct farm-to-consumer sales reduce waste and middlemen impact.

Nauseating Display Shocks Viewers At Summer Resort

A half hour feature on a summer resort prompts heavy criticism of unclothed human forms. Observers describe paunchy figures and knobby knees as unattractive and suggest laws should enforce modest attire to curb perceived indecency.

Debate at Paris Signals Moral Force Over Military Might

A wide view of the Paris conference shows democracies gaining ground through open dialogue and publicity. The clash with Soviet and satellite positions underlines a shift from force to persuasion, as Byrnes argues concessions without surrender and free nations watch events unfold.

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Lobbying Act Concerns Stir Washington Regulation Debate

Peter Edson reports Washington insiders worry over the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act in the new congressional plan. Questions arise about who must register and file financial statements, and exemptions for officials or political committees. The piece urges accountability and even modest dress norms for public figures.

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Athens Notices and Local Tales From a Bygone Era

Local items recall visits by Claudine Steppe and relatives in Athens and nearby areas. University of Oklahoma dramatics chief Eupel d Jones visits relatives in Norman. Athens Motor Club parades a Gypsy Tour to Moxahala Park as The Plains detours traffic during Lancaster Street paving led by city engineer Dan Davis. Highlights include a Ray-Gio Baseball pennant chase and vacation trips by Harold Wise to Cedar Point and Niagara Falls.

Eupel d. Jones Department of Dramatics University of Oklahoma Rupel J Norman Okla Athens Moto Ciele Club Moxaiala Park Plains Lancaster St Dan Davis

Syracuse Social Items Warm with Travel and Visitors

Local notes list shifts in residence as Mrs Addie White sells property to Mr and Mrs Carrol Neissler and plans to move to New Brighton PA. Families and friends travel, visit hospitals, and attend gatherings from Syracuse to West Virginia and California with many relatives named and small events described.

Syracuse Addie White Carrol Neissler Wes. White New Brighton Harold Duckworth Rosalind Holzer Hospital J. ©. Ferrel Day Ferrel Kenneth Darstant Kendra Wedness Pacific Co Emma Duenworth W. Ware Lins Angeles Calif New Traven W. Va Iarald Wer Clinton Logan Dag Nadine Roland J. Air Kenneth Darst Seven Caves California Emma Duckworth Letarr Linnie Graham St. Joseph Hospital Parkess John Gilmore Uhiarn Hloudaskell Marvin Roberts Shuyters Neuman Don Cotter A. Hall Gordon Greene Daisey Duckworth Gallipolis

Social Notes From Dexter

Dexter society round up notes on obituaries illnesses and travels. Worthy mentions include Rachel Davi at Soul's Harbe and Levacy of Middleport with a son Benny Levacy. relatives Mrs Lula Molden and family, plus others in Fostoria Columbus and Mt. Union.

Rachel Davi Columbus Soul's Harbe Big Sneek Levacy Middleport Dexter John Crit Rathburn Levacy Tate Rathburn Denver Benny Levacy Lula Molden Rudland Dalburn Morgan Countaunt Rush Mankin Fostoria Amos Ding Jesse Nelson Wilder Braley Hurier Nelson Flora Davis Salem Center Ethel Tuckerman Ruth Nicholson Nina Steele Elaine Carl Lansbury Aly Lansbury Clair Nicholson Mt. Union

Henderson kin attend Ruth Pickens funeral in Reville

Social briefs from the Portland area note Mrs. Mattie Henderson and son Ener join Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Henderson and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Henderson of Wheeling at Ruth Henderson Pickens funeral in Reville on July 10. Relatives including Mr. and Mrs. Walie Henderson and Mrs. Essie Alexander visited Mrs. Henderson after the death. Miss Fay Pickens of Reedsville and Mrs. Mattie Henderson hosted relatives at the may supper, with R S Henderson and daughter Jeannette visiting from Cornwile.

Portland Mattie Henderson Ener Ralph Henderson Earl Henderson Wheeling Ruth Henderson Pickens Reville Walie Henderson Essie Alexander Kate Mulls Dell Middieswart van McDade and Ours Harry R. 5. Henderson Jeannette Cornwile

Public concern over sugar rationing for canning in wartime

A reader from Athens laments sugar rationing and allotment limits for 1946 canning. He notes canners have exhausted wartime sugar quotas while farm families work gardens to avoid starvation, asking where the policy missteps lie and urging relief from the sugar shortage.

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Funeral attendees travel from many towns

Out of town guests joined families for the funeral of Jack Stalling. Attendees included Mrs. Earl Sam and Robert Way of Springfield. Mrs. Dorothy of Cleveland. Mr. and Mrs. Ke hauster and Samuel Jea. plus numerous others from Columbus, Zanesville, Canton, St Joseph, Mansfield, and nearby areas.

Pearl Frazier Glouster Greenup Martin Taylor Germany France Kentucky West Virginia Dayton Harry Dosier Jumbu Ali James Jones Owen Duffs Athens Rita Winnenberg Patsyark Junction City Joseph Fuccie Rosalie Drakes John Newton Columbus Charlies Banevich Jerry Tedrow Nelsonville R. D. Dupre Treuston Charles Woodruff

Kyger Vicinity Personals Note Unclear Visits and Local News

News Notes From Kyger Vicinity reports visits among local families including Sr. and Mrs Sherman Rupe in Columbus with Tipton and Whit traits, Charles Thomas Rupe's death, and visiting relatives from Columbus Chillicothe and Mercerville. Local residents are seen about school work and painting activities.

Jimmie Bradbury Burdell Bradbury Mercerville Ella la Rue

Homecoming Services at Lottridge UB Church

A Lottridge homecoming at Lottridge UB Church drew attendees from South Bethel UB and Bethel Methodist, with baskets of food and musical programs. Former pastors DeVause Snider and John Morgan led talks and songs as a large crowd mingled with extended family. John Russell Archer celebrated his 29th birthday with relatives gathering at his home.

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