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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1941
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR text mentions corporations and groups with unclear names and numbers. Readable items include references to firms and participation, but essential details like persons, places, dates, and events are not discernible.
The Athens newspaper lists Associated Press credits and notices from John W. Cullen Company. It details subscription rates by carrier and mail across multiple counties, with annual, semiannual, and weekly pricing and reference to obituary notices and classifieds.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes Axis powers plan simultaneous offensives from Gibraltar to the Far East. It argues Hitler aims to cut British fleets, Balkan moves threaten Greece and Turkey, and Japan aims to force U.S. restraint. Churchill cautions Britain and allies to stay focused on victory in Europe.
The piece notes Italians seek an arrangement to evacuate about 80,000 women and children in Ethiopia. It condemns the bombardment of civilians and urges Britain to protect the innocent while recalling past atrocities under Mussolini.
State highway patrolmen stopped a hit and run driver in Athens County using a hub cap and paint streak as clues. The piece notes many motorists damage parked cars and rarely investigate, blaming both owners and offenders for the costly problem.
Washington observers judge Japan readying a new thrust toward Singapore, with moves timed to Axis plans. Officials caution a war of nerves or imminent action, while Roosevelt seeks to restrain Tokio and bolster Pacific defenses amid warnings from Australia and Britain.
Peter Edson catalogs subtle Washington rank markers from private dining rooms to office showers and fireplaces. He notes top officials enjoy luxury perks at no personal cost, unlike some cabinet officers, arguing these conveniences reflect deference and civility in government.
Clare Booth, a playwright, laments political inconsistency citing crash hazards and careless drivers. He notes a garage dispute and praises state highway patrol for catching crash parkers, praising more enforcement as needed.
The Public Forum invites comments on current events and requires signatures. Letters should be concise to fit multiple contributions per day.
D L Smith from Athens argues against persistent discrimination hindering Negro progress in education labor unions and employment in Southern Ohio. He cites lack of work opportunities and barred access to factories and defense roles despite loyalty to the country and calls for editorials to drive change. February 11.
The writer, aged beyond 86, expresses surprise at seeing two real Democrats in the presidential race and urges the Republican party to nominate a genuine Republican next time, claiming they were fooled this time.
Oak Grove notes report quilting by Mrs Ed Cagg and visits among residents. Mrs Walton visits Newark, Mr O Harre operated on for appendicitis, Hartman brothers in Marion, Jesse Allen and family with Hartman parents, and Ervin Howard's health improving. York Grange met. Glen Hanes sang, Clara Galvin accompanied. farm price talk and a planned shower for Mr and Mrs John McClain. Guests included Hanes and Clara Galvin.
Margaret Taylor found a husband when a dorm theft at the University of California was solved by the police lie detector. Patrolman John A. Larson used continuous blood pressure measurements to identify the thief among 90 girls, a first for police work. Dr. Larson, based in Detroit, now lives with his wife and works at the Recorder's Court Clinic.
Marshfield community notes report the Marshfield Summit Grange will meet Tuesday evening February 18 with poultry movie by county agent Ross Wright. Refreshments of cherry pie and sandwiches served. Several local residents attend church events and family updates appear throughout the bulletin.
April pretends to be her sister Ann for a day and shares a hillside picnic with Kent and Nip. A misstep reveals her true feelings as Kent unveils an urge to rebuild their bond, culminating in a kiss and a new belief they may be falling in love again.
Straitsville social column notes Miss Lillian Hunter and William Hunter called home by grandfather’s illness. Euchre clubs prize winners include Mrs. Callahan, Mrs. Begley, Robert O'Donnell, and Clarence Harkless. Multiple visits and parties across New Straitsville, Union Furnace, New Lexington, Logan, and surrounding towns are listed along with hospital passes and home gatherings.
Mr. and Mrs. Max Dickerson announce the birth of their fourth child. Grandparents are Mr. Ed Dickers of Coonville and Mr. and Mrs. Bert Allbaugh of Carbondale. Mrs. Finley Manly and Floyd Frakes visited Mrs. Sowers. Mary Bittner of Murray City visited sister Mrs. Con trill. Reverend Schaff spent Wednesday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Taylor. Mr. and Mrs. Don Cottrill visited Jesse Gabriel Thursday.
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