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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1943
Page
4
The Athens Messenger announces weekly editions in Athens Ohio with records of publishers and staff. It lists membership in press associations, printing terms, and subscription rates for in/out of state and overseas service, plus obituary and tribute charges.
The piece predicts renewed violence and civil strife after World War II as nations reconfigure. It cites Balkans conflicts, Communist movements in France and Germany, and potential upheavals in China and the Orient, warning that optimism will not end political passions.
Grubs of the June beetle disrupt the Shada led unit and force abandonment of a division in the rubber program. Shada and the Rubber Development Corporation had hoped to seed 80 000 acres and tap cryptostegia for six month yields of 300 pounds per acre. The setback reduces expected latex output by late 1944 and year end goals. The piece frames the issue as a warning about national complacency toward international realities.
Navy Secretary Knox noted the Allies’ merchant fleet at sea equals prewar levels. By Jan 1 1941 Britain United States and Russia held 4 060 vessels over 2 000 gross tons and 24 822 000 gross tons, with Norway Holland France and Greece adding 1 710 ships and 9 525 000 gross tons.
Ottawa reports the Royal Canadian Navy has developed a pink pill that serves as both preventive and cure for seasickness. Claimed to help three of four sailors, the drug is pitched as a major medical advance, though war should not be seen as approved by its mention.
Washington analysis argues Moscow Cairo and Teheran agreements mark a shift in constitutional practice. It contends wartime executive power delegated by Congress sustains Allied strategy and must balance military need with legislative accountability. It contrasts American and British systems and notes Canada elections timing.
In a rare floor moment Speaker Rayburn urged representatives to elevate themselves to leaders, stamping out mass pressure trends that erode independence. He contrasted past leaders like Borah with today’s pressure politics, urging lawmakers to engage with broad national interests while resisting being mere messengers for minorities.
The quote urges renewal of worthy inheritance by effort. It emphasizes personal responsibility to reclaim what ancestors endowed and keep it through diligent effort and merit.
A reflective line quotes Lady Jane Grey praising scripture over earthly pleasures, declaring the highest joys pale beside the delight of reading divine words.
Friday marked the final payment day to avoid publication of delinquent real estate taxes with first publication set for next Thursday in Perry County newspapers. Total delinquencies paid reach $6,202.05. Scarlet fever quarantines stand at 16 with two new cases. the state approves Perry County abstract on updated tax valuations. Probate notes record wills and estates including Snyder, Greenbaum, Combs, Smith, and several property transfers across New Lexington, Thornville, and surrounding townships.
The Clerk of Courts office reports 337 total title department transactions, 135 titles issued, 47 liens recorded, 49 liens cancelled. Payments include $46.70 to the state registrar, $169.97 to the county treasurer, and $23.80 to the sheriff. In 30 non support cases, $409.58 was received and disbursed, with $23 in news cases.
Judge U S Mc Gonagle schedules week hearings in several divorce and custody actions. Clifford Downs seeks divorce from Flossie Down and custody of Bobby 16 amid alleged neglect. Winifred Kopp seeks divorce from Perry Kopp with custody of Carol 5 Ronald 5 Joyce 4. Other filings include Andrew Careins and Vera Yost, Francis Mace and Mary Saxon, Earl C Grant and Louise Frost, John Wilson and Helen Griggs.
A series of deeds and transfers documented include Albert and Lillian Foucht transferring 164 acres to Urban Foucht in Hopewell. W T Phillips transferring 19.41 acres to Mary C Phillips in Salt Lick Township. Mary E Bowman of Canton to J R Underwood for 125 acres in Hopewell Township. S J and Dollie Barnes with FE W and Lee Petty Anna Strophel Katie and Stella Watts all to Defense Plant Corporation for rights of way over land in Reading and Harrison Townships. Sunday Creek Coal Co to Hurd.
The Reedsville Garden Club held its Christmas party at Miss Ella Petty's home with president Miss Kate L. Kibble presiding. Members shared favorite carols, read scripture, and enjoyed games and gift exchange under festive decor. News also notes local students and residents visiting or traveling.
Interior Secretary Harold L. Ickes said on Saturday that the United States soft coal supply is shrinking due to unfavorable mine operating conditions and a 12.2 percent rise in consumption.
Mrs Tetterby starts with alarm as Redlaw a ghostly chemist and professor arrives seeking to forget his past and make others forget theirs. He guides himself upstairs to a student named Denham, while the scene shifts to a tense household and a wary husband waiting in a dim parlor.
The column invites readers to submit verses along with their name and address for future publication. Contributions should include a signature and mailing details to be considered.
A set of trivia prompts with concise answers: Panama Canal opened August 15 1914 first round knockouts by Joe Louis ten, a loup garou is a werewolf in human form, a Plimsoll mark is a line on British ships indicating legal submersion limit, malapropism is a ridiculous misuse of words, seven stars form the Big Dipper, Percheron draft horses originate from Perche in northern France.
A reflective poem urges recalling the first Christmas, presenting Jesus as a white gift born in a dim manger. It calls the world to bring that gift to the altar, end war by turning swords to plowshares, and lay peace as the greatest blessing.
The Torch The Ladies Aid met Thursday afternoon with Mary Gillian hosting. Members sold Christmas packages and served refreshments after readings and prayers. Upcoming January meeting planned by Mrs J B Jones at the Inn. news includes Charles R Green of the troops in Italy reporting promotion to sergeant after overseas service in North Africa and Sicily.
A Corning social round notes a missionary gathering at Lula Brown’s home with many attendees including Mrs. Emma ing and Rev. Wallin. Other items mention visits among residents, birthdays, and greetings for Pvt. William J Johnson, with relatives traveling between Columbus, Zanesville, Thornport, and nearby towns.
In New Orleans Mrs. Emile Marcadel sues F Laudumiey and Co undertakers for 10000 after accusing the hearse driver of weaving through a funeral procession, leaving the body at the cemetery and drinking at a North Rampart Ursuline saloon, then not returning for hours. The case refers to the May 17 1941 funeral.
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