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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1943
Page
4
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The author argues postwar optimism is tempered by hard realities. He warns that lasting peace will require political common sense from the United States Britain and Russia as world powers readjust after war. If America focuses inward too long it risks future conflicts and reliance on force may persist.
Ohio plans for postwar highway projects amid wartime shortages. Despite strong traffic, military truck use damaged roads especially in hills and cities near plants. States view immediate work programs to replace WPA style jobs, with counties already drafting blueprints for modernization and repairs to keep many men employed for years.
President Roosevelt rejects an official Pearl Harbor Day observance calling the day a great infamy and a disgrace for a nation that slept, fell to surprise, and faced disorganization. He urges overcoming defeatism with resolve to whip the Japs and celebrate progress.
Washington faces a tax policy clash as Treasury Secretary Morgenthau argues for increased wartime revenues and a broad approach to taxation. He cites rising incomes and insists on paying more now to fund the war, while Congress seeks potential cuts and balanced funding.
The piece discusses a paradoxical prosperity amid fear and dissatisfaction. Experts label it a depression psychology or low mood paradox, driven by postwar uncertainty, inflation fears, and desires for change. This mood, notes Dr. Amos Taylor, may influence the next election and broader political currents.
Katharina Groninger, German immigrant who bought German marks from 1908 onward, spent about $350,000 and millions in marks, received $45 monthly old age pension after 1936, and died in poverty ending in Potter's field, illustrating a cautionary outcome of international speculation.
Iowa defeats Purdue while Wisconsin and Ohio Wesleyan win. Notre Dame edges Northwestern. Xavier beats Indiana. Marietta tops Athens. Minnesota ties Michigan. D A R McKinstry dies at 85. CCC camp ready Dec 1. Moler Chevrolet opens on N Court St Athens. Red Cross Roll Call totals 8347.30. Athens High School honors society members named. Class of 1923 members conducted services.
A poem from Edna E. Dickerson of New Plymouth Ohio reflects grief and faith after a beloved boy leaves home to roam the world. The speaker asks what life would be without Jesus and finds comfort that Jesus knows the boy’s path and will bring him home. The piece urges faithful conduct and hope for reunion.
Golconda was a ruined Indian city famed for diamond cutting. A grommet is a metal eyelet in fabric or leather. A hamadryad is a tree dwelling nymph in classical mythology who lived in and died in a tree.
Miss Mabel Hall of Fairbault Minnesota wed Corporal Henry L. Perry at the First Methodist Church in West Palm Beach Florida on October 29 The couple plans a brief wedding trip before Mrs Perry returns to Chicago where she works in the Railroad Retirement Service office Corporal Perry resumes duties at Boca Raton Field Florida He is Hamden High School 1939 and has served in the Armored forces since August 1942 He is the son of Mr and Mrs Henry S Perry The ceremony and early life details reflect local wartime connections and postwar plans.
Frank confronts Emily over love and control as he presses his pursuit and his mother signals support. Emily asserts independence while Jim explains local help plans for Timmy and potential housing for the Remans. The chapter closes with Emily deciding to accompany Jim to the hospital and the Wesleys’ ongoing family drama.
A local social column notes various visits and family gatherings from Point Rock through Albany and Columbus. Highlights include Mr. and Mrs. Morris hosting relatives including D. V. Morris, Maude Holcomb with Carolyn and Everett, and visits by Bable, Knapp, and others. Laurel Grange activities. and travel to Athens and Nelsonville with multiple family connections referenced.
Oak Grove news notes annual Grange meeting with officers elected for the coming year. Edw. Howard oversees, W. Hoskins lecturer, Faye H steward, Millard Howard ass. steward, James McClain treasurer, Cagg secretary, Maude McClain gatekeeper, Arthur Duskey, Lulu Hoskins Pomona, Do Colwell Flora, Reda Fough lady assistant steward. Degree work completed for a class of candidates. Thanksgiving events and local visits pepper the report, including service week at Oak Grove Pilgrim Holiness Church and a Thanksgiving program sponsored by Oak Grove schools with Junior Red Cross enrollment and War Savings stamps.
Mrs Esmond Welch spent a few days last week with Mr and Mrs Raymond Metcalfant in Columbus. Mrs Henry Chichester visited relatives in Canton. Sara Goddard and Clifford Goddard plus Sharon Lynn of Marietta joined Ray Goddard family for Thanksgiving. Several other locals from Marietta Colum Bartlet and surrounding areas shared Thanksgiving meals and visits with relatives and friends.
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