The Athens Messenger Masthead and Publishing Details
Page from The Athens Messenger shows publisher Frederick W. Bush era information with affiliations to press associations. It lists circulation, pricing, national representation, and subscription rates for Athens Ohio counties and surrounding areas. The notice confirms office locations and operating details for the newspaper.
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Frederick W. Bush
Editi PhIntixa
Athens
Meral
Err
Corrence Harris
Manegine Baier
American New Publishers Association
Ohio
Belect
Ohio Newspaper Association
Inland Daily Press Associa
Too Many Small Colleges Do Good For Youth
The author argues the U.S. cannot abandon education while admitting there are more colleges than the nation can afford. He notes many small institutions survive due to demand and faith in higher learning, urging education to remain free from state supervision and highlighting the value they provide to American youth.
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Ohio
Middlewestern
Russia
Italy
Germany
Encouraging Sign Of Youth Boosting Local Livestock Standards
The district sees a rising interest among farm youths in elevating cattle and sheep standards. Mentors quietly guide succession plans as pasture lands shift to support high quality stock. Progress signals a long overdue movement toward modern agriculture and stronger dairying and poultry sectors.
Always Afternoon Housing for Seniors in Planned Villages
Lawrence K. Frank of the Joseph Macy Jr Foundation envisions age restricted communities for 65 plus. Peaceful havens with central heating golf libraries and theaters would operate without schools and offer a constant afternoon mood for residents. The idea is speculative and debated for future living.
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Lawrence K. Frank
Joseph Macey, Jr
Frank
U S Geologists Study Latin American Mineral Sources
Eight U S geologists will winter in Latin America to survey manganese in Brazil chromite and manganese in Cuba and tin tungsten and antimony in Bolivia. Findings will aid government negotiations and spur development of vital minerals, with a $25 000 investment expected to repay many times in enhanced defense and prosperity.
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U. S
Brazil
Cuba
Bolivia
United States
Western Hemisphere
Noted Judge Quips On Ballard Case Aftermath
A court record cites Judge Leon Pankwich remarking on Mr. Ballard's death or ascension and his inability to ascend with the jury to question him in the trial context. The line underscores the tension around pursuing testimony posthumously or by ascendant status in the case.
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Mr. Ballard
Leon Pankwich
Knudsen Urges Heavy Bombers First In War Production
Raymond Clapper reports Knudsen stress heavy four engine bombers capable of 3000 miles, essential for defense and for Britain to strike Axis targets. Production is slow, but priority should go to bombers over fighters, with parts and assembly as key challenges.
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Washington
William S Knudsen
Hemisphere
Britain
Germany
Coventry
Italy
Murray
National Association of Manufacturers
Britain's Hope for Bomber Production Tactics
The article argues that while an invasion victory is unlikely, Britain can gain leverage by expanding bomber production in machine shops and factories. Increasing bomber output would enable retaliatory bombing of Coventry Bristol Manchester and London, potentially deter invasion and push the war to the continent. This shift could lead to negotiations and strengthen offshore defense alongside the fleet.
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Europe
Hitler
Britain
Coventry
Bristol
Manchester
London
Axis
Catton analyzes Washington view on California Central Valley Authority plan
Bruce Catton surveys a proposed Central Valley Authority for California. He cites political hurdles in Congress, distribution challenges with Pacific Gas and Electric, and potential public power vs private impact. He notes FDR's support but warns of legal, financial, and practical obstacles ahead.
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Washington
Culbert L. Olson
California
FDR
TVA
Central Valley
Congress
Norris
Rankin
Central Valley Authority
Pacific Gas and Electric Co
Olson
Improving Mind and Body in Health Reform
A compact reflection on removing illness by elevating thought and aligning the body with refined delineations. The author emphasizes mental reform as a path to physical well being and humane healing.
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Mary Baker Eddy
Christmas Star Ornament Graces Carpenter Village Home
In Carpenter village a standout Christmas display near the railroad crossing features two star lights forming a cross, created by Mr Wines in the home of Mr and Mrs R A Vines. The show draws many travelers, echoing a nativity to crucifix narrative in lights.
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Carpenter
R. A. Vines
Manger
Mr. Wines
Guy C. Gorby Carpenter
Debate Over Factory Jobs and Coal Labour History in Nelsonville
A reader argues for national wage expansion and factory investment beyond Nelsonville highlighting unemployment, coal industry decline, and WWI era wages. He blames capitalists for choosing lucrative locations, defends local labor, and contends machines harmed mining towns while urging fair pay and shorter hours.
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Nelsonville
U. S
Uncle Sam
Mr. Larson
Hocking Valley
Hitler's History as Told by a Critical Letter Writer
A letter from Athens, dated December 23, compares Adolf Hitler's rise to power with Franklin D. Roosevelt's. It portrays Hitler as a failed artist turned dictator, condemns his crimes and persecution of Jews, and argues he is despicable or criminally insane. The author, Charles R. Larson, reflects on Hitler’s life from birth in Austria to chancellor in 1933 and questions the moral trajectory of American leadership.
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Bucka
Clarence Adams
Millfield
Dec
Adolf Hitler, der Fuehrer
Germany
Austria
National Socialist
German Labor Party
Munich
von Hindenburg
National Socialist Party
Hindenburg
Hitler
Adolf Hitler
Roosevelt
First tape measure patent granted to Alvin J Fellows
The first patent on a tape measure was granted to Alvin J Fellows in 1868. The device featured a circular case and a spring lock to hold the tape at any chosen length.
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Alvin J., Fellows
Serial Christmas Crisis Between Jerry and Val
Jerry quits school to marry Val Parks, risking Dr Connelly and Martha's plans. Mary sobs over Christmas loneliness, Dr Connelly comforts her, then shares a late night meal and stories, easing her distress and restoring a happy mood.
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Jerry
Val Parks
Dr. Connelly
Martha
Val
Mary
Christmas Dilemmas Across a Medical Romance
Mary confesses love for Jerry as he debates marriage amid medical studies. Dr. Connelly weighs loves, sorority politics, and a potential rival Valerie. Mary pledges to respect Jerry but vows to act if Valerie betrays him. To Be Continued.
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Martha
Mary
Jerry
Hugh Connelly
Dr. Connelly
Connellys
Valerie
Jerry Connelly
Corning Social Notes and Local Appointments
Christine Dawson hosted a Christmas party for the Games Club with gift exchanges prizes and lunch. Pythian Sisters Past Chiefs will hold a party at the K of P Hall on Tuesday night Dec 31 with lodge members as guests. Lela Little returned home from White Cross Hospital after three weeks of treatment. Corning residents and visitors, including William Barnett Margaret Avanise Elizabeth Morris and others, share holiday visits and greetings in Columbus Zanesville and nearby towns.
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Past Chiefs
Past Chiefs Association of Pythian Sisters
K. of P. Hall
Pythian Sister Lodge
Lela Little
J. G. Blower
White Cross Hospital
Columbus
Harry Betts
Nebesonville
Ray Latta
Elizabeth Roberts
Raymond Clifford
Zanesville
P. H. Clifeford
Fred Barnett
New Lexington
Arthur Little
Logan
Grace Morrison
Clara Wilson
Burr Oak Briefs Births and local happenings
Mr and Mrs Robert Post announce the birth of a daughter born Monday morning December 23. Miss Zenna Latta was in Corning last Friday. Mrs John Holland was in Corning last Friday. Local residents attended the community Christmas tree program at Glouster Monday night. Mrs Marel Roberts is recovering from illness. Mrs Nellie Hellyer was in Glouster Monday.
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Burr Oak
Robert Post
Zenna Latta
Corning
John Holland
Glouster Monda
Marel Roberts
Nellie Hellyer
Glouster
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