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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1940

Page

4

Athens Messenger masthead and service notes

Page reads the Athens Messenger 1825 to 1929 edition details publisher Gordon K Bush and Charles H Harris staff roles. It lists associations, agencies, and office affiliations, plus advertising rates and mail subscription terms for Morgan Vinton and Washington Counties.

Athens Messenger Prederick W. Bush Baturdey Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO Gordon K. Bush Mgr Charles H. Harris American Newspaper Publishers Association Audit Bureau of Circulation Ohio Newspaper Association Intend Daily Press Association Poly the & Week Edvence Gala Morgan, Vinton Washington

Economy, Not Taxes, Needed A National Spending Slash

A national drive for a ten percent cut in all local state and non-defense federal expenditures is proposed to offset defense taxes. The piece argues waste in government must be trimmed to avoid higher living costs and criticizes deficit financing and political pork while urging Americans to confront the true cost of New Deal and defense spending.

United States Germany Italy England

Lecturers Offer Foreign Problem Talks For Club Or Lodge

The war era spawns freelance commentators who lecture for 150 dollars to clubs and lodges. They are often amateurs or self styled experts, with topics like The Threat to Our Way of Life and Hitler the Man. They rely on newspapers for Europe knowledge and tailor talks to please audiences.

Russia Europe Hitler Will Rogers

Lesson for Producers On International Trade Realities

A reader charges that an editorial on buying abroad illuminates trade issues. American industry could supply bead-work materials for American Indians but did not. The piece argues producers must study world markets and adapt to what other nations demand rather than what Americans assume. Travelers and editors note American factories lag in recognizing global demand.

Messenger Hitler

Willkie Views and Campaign Tone From Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs columnist reflects on interviewing Willkie, noting the spot of public opinion and the candidate's self presentation. The piece contrasts Willkie with Roosevelt, arguing Willkie's appeal lies in genuineness and direct outreach, while predicting radio and speeches will shape the campaign.

Colorado Springs Willkie Rockies Pike's Peak Mary Pickford

Willkie Faces Speech Challenges In Presidential Campaign

The piece notes Willkie must sharpen his message to win over voters while facing language gaps with Knox and Mills. It contrasts Hoover’s planned speeches as promoting Hooverism, potentially widening gaps with Landon allies. Yet Willkie’s record of overcoming barriers remains a key asset as the race unfolds.

Landon Col. Frank Knox Ogden Mills Willkie Mr. Hoover Hoover Knox and Mills Alfred Landon

Bruce Catton Reviews Washington Scene

Washington observers discuss a possible postponement of the government antitrust suit against 22 major oil firms and the potential firing of Thurman Arnold, with political repercussions in an election year. Aug 14 marks social security bill’s fifth anniversary, detailing coverage, numbers, and fund status for beneficiaries and workers.

Washington National Defense Commission Congress Roosevelt Federal Treasury States

Public Forum letter on threat of fifth column and labor relief

The writer argues the real danger to America lies in poverty and economic discontent, not subversive ideologies. He cites New York relief figures and unemployment among older workers, urging understanding over hysteria and linking charity to moral strength. A. F. RADCLIFFE, Albany, Aug 10.

the Messenger Lexington Nathaniel Parker Concord New England America Hitler Stalin Welfare Commissioner New York Public Works Administration Thomas Carlyle Garden of Sucre F. E. Radcliffe Albany

Drought Peril Grows in Gallia County

Gallia County agriculturists warn drought deepens with continued lack of rainfall. Corn, pasture lands, tobacco and soybean plantings suffer severe moisture stress and fear is expressed that current conditions will hinder proper maturation of the main crops.

Gallipolis Gallia County

New Lab Devices Aim to Lighten Toilet Business

Optical and grooming innovations emerge from laboratories as both men and women gain new preparations. Soy bean extract in shaving soap stops bleeding without reducing lather. Dry cells power 110 volt shavers for two months of daily use. Portable barber shops offer ten minutes of shaving for a dime, with UV sterilization after use.

Wizards of the Laboratory

Community Notes Highlights From Kanauga Gatherings

Social items from Kanauga describe a double birthday dinner for A W Pullins and Kathleen Pullins with the Spencer family in Columbus. The notes mention visits by Prudence Fannin and Hornbuckle, Homer Comstock returning for his mother’s illness, Marietta trip for Seeley, a Lawrence family reunion at Thomas Adams home, and several local visits and travels among the Ables, Hanes, Vickers, and related families.

Kanauga A. W. Pullins Walter Schoonover Marietta Mr. Seeley Grandma Schoonover Lawrence Thomas Adams Paul Ables Oak Hill Rose Staten Russell Hanes Portsmouth Hannah Hanes Betty King Pittsburgh H. N. Snider Roy Ables Akron Paul Lincoln Ables Wade Myrtle Dooley Charleston John Vickers John Eckard Columbus Pullins Albert Spencer Helen Vickers

Murder in a Hot House The Saylers Dinner Ends in Death

Lieutenant O Leary investigates the murder of attorney Martin Sayler after a dinner party. Dale Appleby and guests including Hazel Leighton and George Barbour become focal, with a locked room setup, possible outside entry, and clues like an unlocked window latch and a $5000 cashier’s check to Leighton.

Martin Sayler Dale Appleby Sayler Rhoda Waters Appleby Hazel Leighton Winslow Mardell George Barbour O'Leary Dale Rhoda Miss Leighton Miss Waters

Boilermen start six year rebuild at Logan powerhouse

Boilers at the C. and O. powerhouse in Logan are being torn down inspected and rebuilt to meet regulations requiring six year cycles. Separate teams perform teardown inspection and rebuilding to ensure compliance and safety standards.

LOGAN C. and O

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