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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1940
Page
6
Fragmentary text from an Athens newspaper page notes Associated Press copyright and advertising rates. Mentions obituaries and cards with unclear terms, dated matter unreadable.
War Department seeks advisory ruling to halt commercial airliner production and repurpose facilities for war planes. Proponents warn such a move would cripple cross ocean routes, world trade links, and future postwar aviation growth while delaying replacements for current US lines.
A leading Ohio farmer argues that huge defense outlays mask the administration’s failure to run a sound economy. He warns of a postwar crash and urges continued vigilance by farm groups to secure wages over dole and to ensure domestic prosperity for farmers.
Mary Winslow urges continued Red Cross funding as war relief totals reach 12,339,501 distributed to 10 nations. Of that, 7,261,489 aided victims of Nazi bombing in Britain with further aid to Finland and China. She warns demands will rise and calls Americans to support homeless and displaced people.
Washington reports the defense commission urges immediate steel expansion as Roosevelt pushes for higher production. Edward R. Stettinius Jr. weighs industry stance, highlighting a large aluminum expansion to boost military and civilian supply amid a steel debate.
The wartime industries control board in Canada announced that for non war industries, purchases of steel beyond current requirements are forbidden to conserve steel for defense. The piece notes fears of price inflation and industrial slowdown if steel is scarce and compares Canada’s steps to England’s prior conservatism and delayed action.
The article argues U S steel capacity is near limits and expansion depends on Britain’s ability to continue fighting. If Britain falls, the United States would boost defense production and export to Canada while preparing to face a reorganized naval balance, showing resolve to defend the western world.
Bruce Catton analyzes the Vultee strike at Downey California and its implications for compulsory arbitration in defense industries. He notes internal labor politics around Sidney Hillman and the CIO, Communist influence, and a western organizing drive led by Wyndham Mortimer as UAW aims to expand influence in aircraft plants.
A short biblical verse from Luke 17 21. The text asserts the kingdom of God is within you and emphasizes inner spiritual presence.
A reflective quote attributed to Charles Stanford on inner worth and spiritual ascent. The saying emphasizes inner virtue as a prerequisite for heavenly reward.
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Charlie A Freer of Nelsonville writes to The Messenger condemning liquor advertising and repeal of the 18th Amendment He argues prohibition saved prosperity before 1929 and urges newspapers to oppose alcohol promotion citing social harms and ruined homes in a lengthy critique dated November 30.
Southeast Ohio conservationists plan a Friday meeting at Waverly for a conference and program. Hocking County will be represented by Clarence S. Matheny, president of the Hocking Fish and Game Club, Clarence Skinner, and Game Protector Edward Eberst.
Harrisonville social items list visits and events from the week. Families from Ripley Columbus Williamson Darvin Urbana Akron Rutland Belle Vernon Fairport Harbor and Glouster are noted. Eastern Star officers election and December meeting announced. Funeral for Robert Turner referenced with attendees listed and burial in Shipman Cemetery.
Hoy Furniture Co of this city will place lobby furnishings in the Lafayette Hotel during the week and redecoration will follow in the holiday week, according to Earl Smith, hotel operator.
Serial tale finds Wes York dodging danger after a hedge shielded him from harm. Ronnie visits his office and urges a moonlit ride, then slyly jokes about a trio while he plans to travel to Rainbow Canyon to examine ancient timber growth rings for dating construction.
Wes York, recovering from a moody spell, reunites with Ronnie Bailey in Rainbow Canyon. They climb a cliff dwelling and share a lifted mood as he notes her independence, but a rival figure, Lona Montoya, appears arriving alone, foreshadowing unfolding tensions.
Poems and prayers appear in this column with contributors named Leda Sams and Rosalie West. The pieces include patriotic reflections on America, cultural heritage and a thoughtful question about whether Jesus cares in difficult days.
Racine readers learn of visits by Dale Cross of Columbus to his parents Mr and Mrs Dana Cross and brother in law Mr Willie Davis. Mrs Dana Cleland and Mrs Johnnie Bailey traveled to Parkersburg with Mrs Clark Jiiden.
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