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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1941
Page
8
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An Athens area paper lists association credits and the press service terms. It includes subscription pricing by county and zone with annual and shorter-term options and notes mailing and publication details.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer argues Axis powers plan simultaneous offensives from Gibraltar to Hong Kong to pressure Britain and the United States. It warns Germany, Italy, and Japan seek to disrupt Britain, paralyze Allied supplies, and force U.S. involvement while Franco’s stance and Balkan moves shape a widening war scenario.
A newspaper piece condemns Italian actions and calls for evacuation of 80,000 Ethiopian women and children to safety. It contrasts Italian bombings with concern for civilians and mentions Mussolini’s brutal campaigns as historic grim memory.
State highway patrols nabbed a hit and run driver in Athens County by a hub cap and paint streak. Damaged parked cars cost motorists hundreds yearly in small cities and many crashes go uninvestigated by the drivers who caused them. Some blame falls on owners who park too close to others.
Washington observers warn of a possible Japanese naval move toward Singapore amid growing war anxiety. Officials connect Far East strategy with Axis plans, noting Tokyo and Berlin push on while U.S. builds naval strength and weighs responses.
Peter Edson surveys Washington life noting how government workers are ranked by perks such as private dining rooms private showers fireplaces and other conveniences. He contrasts cabinet offices and ranks with the realities of public service while commenting on political inconsistency and automobile policy in a satirical tone.
Margaret Taylor reported thefts from her dorm at the University of California. Patrolman John A. Larson used a blood pressure based lie detector to identify the thief among 90 residents. Larson, now in Detroit, runs a workshop after court clinic work. He was Taylor’s husband and worried friends would doubt his method.
A reader from Athens argues that discrimination blocks Negroes from work in Southern Ohio and asks The Messenger to push ending segregation. He cites union barriers and denied trades, notes education parity, and urges editorial action to improve opportunities and inclusion. Athens, Feb. 11.
A reader aged 86 from Athens Ohio writes that, for the first time, two real Democrats run for President. He urges the Republicans to nominate a true Republican next time, saying they were fooled this time.
Oak Grove community notes report quilting by Mrs Ed Cagg and visits between residents. York Grange held a Friday meeting with Glen Hanes singing and farm price talk. a shower is planned for February 21 for Mr. and Mrs. John McClain.
Marshfield community notices include the Summit Grange meeting on February 18 with Ross Wright showing a poultry movie and refreshments. Other items report funerals, visits, illnesses, and church activities around town.
April plans a day with Kent posing as her sister Ann. A chance reunion with Nip unsettles her. Kent reveals his hospital leave wish and believes a Hills day will rekindle their love. At a hilltop cookout, April finally gives in to passion, confessing love at last.
Miss Lillian Hunter and William Hunter left for home due to their grandfather Samuel Auker’s illness. Euchre clubs, birthday parties, and various visits fill local life with social events through February in New Straitsville and nearby towns, with several residents noted as ill or traveling.
Mr. and Mrs. Max Dickerson announce the birth of their fourth child. Grandparents are Ed Dicker and Bert Allbaugh. Mrs. Finley Manly and Mrs. Floyd Frakes visited Mrs. Tom Sowers. Mary Bittner of Murray visits her sister Mrs. Don Cottrill. Reverend Schaff spent Wednesday with Mr. and Mrs. Jack Taylor. Mrs. Don Cottrill visited Mrs. Jesse Gabriel.
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