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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1941
Page
4
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An American educator who attended postwar peace meetings argues force is essential to any lasting peace. He calls for a joint world force to back moral judgments, policing evil nations after the war and ensuring future peace with readiness to act. He warns against reliance on idealism and urges practical, multi nation action.
Meigs County Pomona Grange earns high praise from Ohio State Grange for its members dedication and deep study of Patrons of Husbandry principles. The Meigs Girls Drill team has led state recognition for half a decade, inspiring subordinate granges and spreading reform spirit across the center county Pomona Grange.
Nazi spokesmen admit Mud and Winter thwart the Moscow offensive once billed as the last great campaign of the year. Allied observers have long said Russia's weather would stop the steam roller, with oil freezing and Arctic conditions forcing shelter. Moscow cannot be taken this year, forcing a hold and long supply lines, while other theaters remain unsettled.
Aimed at boosting employment for relief recipients as the nation mobilizes. Minneapolis runs a vocational guidance clinic with WPA funding where 600 clients have tested and about 200 secured steady jobs, saving the city roughly $6,000 monthly.
Raymond Clapper argues Americans must accept war after Japan’s attack, praising Roosevelt and Hull for pursuing peace until attacked. He labels Japan a desperate aggressor and calls for full mobilization, disarmament of Germany and Japan, and a global peace backed by benevolent force.
Peter Edson notes a clash between congressmen and Army buyers over wartime purchases. He cites Representative Philip Bennett and outlines why large orders for blankets, raincoats, uniforms, socks, shoes, and drawers may be needed to keep soldiers equipped, with production lags and sizing demands complicating shortages.
Admiral Brown of Ames Township injured after falling eight feet into a barn basement. Pvt Ralph Howard hospitalized at Camp Shelby Miss from a traffic crash with a broken leg. Ladies Aid Christmas party planned at Mrs Allen Chadwell’s farm with Gertrude Brown in charge. Bonita Kay Boudinot recovering after adenoid and tonsil operation in Athens. Mr and Mrs Richard Dunkle visited sons in Powhatan Point. Clarence Sisson moved to Trimble. Pvt Delbert Omen home on leave from Zanesville. Vaughn Earich recovering from injuries at Athens Sheltering Arms Hospital. Mrs Ruby Simpson hosting euchre Friday night. William Brown visited grandparents in Powhatan Point. Hugo Theisen and son entertained in Athens. Theisen family hosted a shower at their farm for Grace Evelyn Bolen and Chester Pinney.
A letter from C R Sarson of Steamer American in The Messenger announces organizing efforts by Inland Boatmen's Division of the National Maritime Union. Unlicensed crew seek $10 raise to $124 monthly, 54 days paid vacation, and voice in hiring and firing with better conditions.
The Hemlock Woman's Society of Christian Service held its monthly meeting at Mrs. Nell Cottrell's home with contests awarding prizes to Nina Davis Hazel Flowers and Laura Parnell. A Christmas exchange followed. The bazaar is set for Thursday Dec 18 with a menu of chicken sandwiches soap coffee and pop. Mrs Ruth Bradley underwent a major operation at home and is reported as well as possible with daughter Rosa mond Bradley visiting. Local residents and visitors are listed including Cottrells McCoys and many others with varying weekend trips and visits to Columbus Mansfield and Zanesville.
Will Rogers reports from Tokyo on Manchuria as China seeks to save its country while Japan protects its investments. Adolf Hitler tells reporters that private debts cannot be paid if reparations must come first and warns against signing impossible documents. Also notes Athens County Agricultural Society board elections and Central Ohio Basketball Officials' Association leadership.
As arms talks pause awaiting Japan’s reply to the quadruple agreement and naval ratio plans, Washington hosts a tense meeting with Japan likely to accept a four cornered pact. China insists on Shantung return and guarding Manchuria, while Bryan praises peace spirit and rights for China and others.
Corning United Brethren Class 13 meets Tuesday night in church social rooms with Mrs Edith Davis as host. Christmas party is planned with hostesses Mrs Paul Gannett, Mrs Polly Roof, and Mrs Edith Swartz. Rev Arthur C Shonkwiler officiated Saturday at United Brethren rectory uniting Miss Norma Brown and Kenneth Fankhauser in marriage. Attendees were Miss Sue Williamson and William Cowan of New Lexington. They will reside in Columbus where the groom works.
At the James A. Garfield Knights of Pythias lodge meeting on Thursday night December 11 a string of visitors were noted including Crooksville deputy grand chancellor W Spung district deputy grand chancellor Chear les Roman and possibly C F Ater. Local social visits include Miss Jean Tharp and Bob Zweig of Whiting Indiana guests at Ray Latta and the Walters family from Columbus with Congolodges visits. Several residents from Crooksville Columbus and nearby towns were listed visiting relatives and friends across the weekend.
Hemlock Grove Sewing Club gathered Friday evening with Vada Paulsen. Sunday guests included the Midkiffs and Heilmans visiting Chester and Ziba Midkiff's home. Family members from Canton Columbus and Gold Ridge sent regards, with several others visiting or spending the week locally.
Diana Curt faces a tangle of betrayal and passion as Adela plots to ruin her. Stephen plans a South American trip while Diana protects him and bonds with Phil Bruce and Evalyn Thorpe. The plane disappearance magnifies Diana's doubt and longing as the family waits.
Gallipolis Vinton community park covering about two acres is practically completed. The park includes a shelter house and ample tables benches and cooking grills and is expected to be heavily used in the summer months.
Apple Grove news notes report the birth of a 12 pound son named Ronald Chester to Mr. and Mrs. Chester Durst. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Pete Durst and Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Slaughter.
Mrs Wesley Gregory has returned home for an indefinite time after working in Dayton. Her husband spent the past week with his family. G L Morris of Aurora Indiana visited family here and with Dr V Morris. Roy Ogdin of Columbus stayed with Mr and Mrs Grover Swearingen and Mrs Ora Nelson. Zel la Rupert celebrated a surprise birthday at her parents home. Mrs Albert Cone, employed at Meigs County Children’s Home, returned home. Mattie Morris visited her aunt and other relatives while soap making at Star Hall. R A Blessing and son Leslie of Charleston visited. George Albert Radekin D W Morris and Earl Starkey attended bus inspection at Rock Springs Fairgrounds. Wesley Bobo from Chillicothe was a weekend caller. Allie Tippie from Athens spent the week at W R Holcomb’s home.
Logan Senior High released the second week honor roll with the junior class leading at 22.8 percent of its members. Seniors followed closely at 22.5 percent while sophomores stood at 19.7 percent. The overall school average was 21.52 percent.
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