Notice on News Dispatch Credit and Post Filing
The article states that the Associated Press is exclusively credited for all dispatches and local news in the paper while other credits are listed, and that the publication is entered at Athens Post Office as Second Class Matter under Act of 1918.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Ohio
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Ohio Newspaper Association
Inland Daily Press Association
Associated Press
Associated Presse
Athens Post Office
Spreading Defense Work Favors Small Firms Over Giants
The Office of Production Management aims to distribute defense work to smaller companies to ease unemployment from large firm control. Negotiated contracts and outsourcing could raise costs and hurt morale, but may buy time and preserve small-plant labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Office of Production Management
OPM
Bethlehem Steel
Doakes Manufacturing Company
Bethlehem
Passing of a friend from the old Ohio coal fields
The Journal of the United Mine Workers recalls a parade marking the closure of a long running coal operation in an adjoining state. Miners show dejection as profits vanish and the mine is abandoned. The article contrasts lively mining towns with now sparse hills and empty slack piles, noting the closing of a life sustaining industry like the death of a friend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Journal of the
United Mine Workers
Ohio
Nimble name calling across borders warns against easy labels
The piece critiques Vichy Nazi rhetoric labeling opponents as Jews or Communists and cites risks of similar tactics in the United States. It warns readers to avoid swift classification and praises independent thinking amid wartime concerns. It quotes John H. Caldwell Gilbert Seldes William Green and Senator Wiley on political and social dangers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Francg
Hitler
Scottish labor mood in wartime Scotland observed by Raymond Clapper
Raymond Clapper reports from Glasgow that wartime labor relations show cooperation between management and workers. He cites few strikes, wage concerns, and government limits, noting mutual purpose, community support for workers, and measures like subsidized meals and cheap bus fares during air raids and shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glasgow
Scotland
United States
Ernest Bevin
Germany
Review of wartime tech and morale from Europe
Peter Edson surveys evolving warfare tech from 1939 to 1940 noting faster aircraft, stronger engines, heavier armament, and new acoustic mines. He cites German and British adaptations to sound and detection, and quotes Fritz Thyssen and John Whitaker on morale and strategic deception.
Perry County Court Notes Reflect Tax and Divorce Actions
Perry County budgets foresee only a few districts raising next year tax rates depending on fall levies. School-age population drops by 2,597 to 7,047. Marriage licenses exceed last year by 80 with several couples applying. Foreclosure suit filed by Hemlock Savings against Miller King. Multiple divorces filed or decreed in Common Pleas Court. several licenses issued for marriages. County transfers and property actions also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Lexington
Perry County
County Budget Commission
Pauline Mason
Hemlock Savings and Loan Association Co
Common Pleas
Edna E. Miller King
William King
Lincoln St
City
County Auditor's Office
Robert E. Henrick
City, Beverages
Elwood Cronin
William McLean
Shawnee
Everett Hill
Edward Hammonds
Floyd Wilkes
Rendville
A. S. McGonagle
Common Pleas Court
Mildred Naragon
Guy Ellsworth Naragon
S. B. Smith
Florida Smith
Virgie Givens
Wilbur Givens
McGonagle
Gertrude Idella Keller
Somerset
Forsythe
Louise Wemmer
Corning
George Wemmer
Nelsonville
Vera Cotterman
Coral F. Cotterman
Glenford
Eleanor Householder
Harley Householder
Lancaster
Robert D. Bennett
Ann Nash
Dale Thomas
Denvertown
Juanita Wood
Sayre
Fred Goodin
Reading
Kathryn Goodin
Rehoboth
William Allen
Santoy
Pauline Reed
Oakfield
Warren Homes
Betty Grandstaff
Crooksville
Frank Nogrady
Glouster Rt
Dorothy Tennihill
New Straitsville
John Vannery
Potter
Redfield
Lenora Mae White
Roseville
Social Briefs of Guysville
A long list of local visits and gatherings from Guysville reports many friends visiting relatives and returning from trips. Notable items include Mr. and Mrs. George E. Timblin of Athens hosting a miscellaneous shower at the bride’s parents home, and travels of Paul Mansfield and Donna Mansfield from Chicago. Various residents, visits, and weekend trips to the Athens County Fair are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guysville
O. O. Ashcraft
George E. Timblin
Athens
Ashcraft
Paul Mansfield
Paw Paw
Mich
Mr. Mansfield
Helen Mansfield Robinson
Chicago
Donna Mansfield
Merwin Mansfield
Willow Creek
Charles Goldsberry
The
Garden
Margaret Cunningham
Anne Croy
Columbus
Dorothy Snyder
Salem
Blanche
Eleanor Fuller
Faye Tucker
Guy Davis
Akron
F. B. Bean
Laura Barnett
Grace Love
Margaret Campbell
L. D. Robinson
Spening
Michigan
Canada
Paul R. McLaughlin, Jr
Dayton
Leta V. McLaughlin
N. E. Rickey
Chillicothe
Josephine McGee
Marylin
Marion
Virginia
Maude Brooks
Beulah Hutchins
Shelby Jean
Lancaster
Bennie Hutchens
Robert Croy
Pauleta
Moundsville
W. Va
J. E. Richmond
Holliday’s Cove
Still Unknown Glow Worm Light Linked to Breathing
The text notes that glow worm light is generated during breathing, while admitting scientists know little about these creatures and their biology.
Secretary-Receptionist Seeks New Start in City Romance
A young woman and a former Ace-High salesman meet on a park bench while both buscan new jobs. Kay Donovan, fleeing small town life to find her inventor father Tim Donovan, discusses ambitions, fate, and the city maze with Ted Andrews, who shares a wild failed stunt and hints at a larger connection to her search.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ted Andrews
Acme
Andrews
Archibald
Ace-High
Kay
Ralph
Susan
Ted
New York
Chicago
Tim Donovan
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Ath
John H. Caldwell
Daily Metal Trade
Gilbert Seldes
William Green
A. F. of L
Billy Mitchells
Senator Wiley
Clyde
British Isles
England
Raymond Clapper
Peter Edson
Washington Scene
Washington
Fritz Thyssen
Angel
National Socialist
Italy
John Whitaker
Europe
Congo
Russell Sharpes
Warsaw
Wava
Eileen Forst
Thornville
Charles Emrick
Mary F. White
Elmer Wesley Thomas
Virginia Mae Bolo
McLaney
Floyd B. Melick
Henry George Pletcher
Monroe Township
James W. Shed
State of Ohio
Thorn Township
Ohio Fuel Gas Co
By Galbraith
NEA Service, Inc
T. M. Reg. U
Pat. Off
Tom Horner
Simpson Bldg
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