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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1946
Page
4
The piece argues that across the world and in Southeastern Ohio, food shortages plus high purchasing power drive black market sales of sugar butter meat rice fats and canned fruits. It notes butter prices and OPA ceilings push illegal trade and warns shortages will worsen as money buys access to scarce foods.
The Supreme Court unanimously held that former Postmaster General Frank C. Walker exceeded his authority in revoking Esquire magazine from the second class mailing list. The court ruled Congress did not empower the Postmaster General to set lit erature standards or censor publications. The decision preserves freedom over potential censorship and warns against government control of content.
Burt H. Finkenbinder of Waldo Kansas faced Canadian and U S authorities over his wife’s move to the United States. He could not produce a birth certificate despite a Navy discharge showing he was alive and an American. He asked his congressman for help amid red tape and conflicting vital statistics policies.
Peter Edson reports a 149 page Bureau of the Budget study charging railroads with charging the War Department excessive freight rates during wartime. The report details Section 22 quotations and land grant evasion, notes ICC set asides ignored, and says recouping losses is unlikely.
Improved soil practices offer future dividends in the hill country of Southeastern Ohio as better livestock has boosted farmer incomes over the past decade. Terracing forestation and pasture work could restore land, though progress will be slow and may outlive today’s planners, while more owners depend on land for livelihood and government promises prove costly.
The article notes the National Guard's pivotal WWII role filling gaps in U S defenses and shaping postwar strategy. It cites House Military Affairs Committee plans to expand the guard as an integral reserve capable of rapid mobilization, defending critical US areas and aiding broader mobilizations. Target strength ranges from 425,000 to 750,000.
Allison Cole aged 71 died at his Redtown home after a three year illness. Survived by wife Lona Jane. sons Alvin Athens Guy Pomeroy. daughters Ars Freda Jusus Mary Billingstey. eight grandchildren and several relatives. Funeral at John S. Blower funeral home Wednesday at 10 with Rev. Gilbert Courtney. burial in Tuppers Plains Cemetery. Local Church of Christ men hold monthly social at Glouster with potluck lunch. Special Church of Christ services begin tonight led by Rev. Harry Box with piano by Mrs Box and Phyllis assisting, hymn painting nightly for large attendance.
Sarah Ellen Smith of Glouster RD 3 died after a three year illness at her home. She was born in Athens County to James and Louisa Bason and lived in Athens and Morgan Counties. She is survived by her husband Douglas, three sons, four daughters, 30 grandchildren, and 23 great grandchildren. Funeral services are Tuesday at 1 30 p m at Bishenville Church of Christ with Rev Steen officiating. Burial in Amplewonod Cemetery.
Glouster firefighters answered a blaze at a residence owned by Harvey Norris on Spring Street Saturday afternoon. A stovepipe hole in the downstairs flue covered with tin ignited soot from a grate fire, destroying two beds and bedding after the tin rusted through. Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Price occupied the downstairs unit and Mr. and Mrs. Victor Morris lived upstairs. Mrs. Price was in Columbus under a doctor’s care. Harvey Norris, visiting his son, discovered the fire and summoned help.
Miss Rosamond Fox departs Tuesday February 26 for Los Angeles California to join the California Hospital as dietician and teacher of therapeutic diets. A 1943 Ohio University graduate, she is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Leo B Fox of North Street.
A reader argues about fox behavior and the value of foxes to farmers. The letter questions whether foxes are blamed for losses like lambs and pigs, notes state bounty funding, and calls for more discussion on fox control and hunting costs. The writer cites personal experience trapping foxes and references a prior forum by L J Steinmetz.
Mrs Nina Johnson celebrated her birthday at the Trimble home of Mr and Mrs Earl Johnson with a Sunday School class gathering from the Trimble Church of Christ. Rev Wilcox hosted guests including family and local members as gifts and cake were shared.
A narrator in Jenny's life debates marriage and loyalty with Jenny and her father amid wartime strain. Stephen Willson's quiet influence contrasts with Hebard Pharr's dangerous, controlling behavior as Jenn y insists on independence. The tale ends with a troubling night and a cliffhanger.
CHAURECEY The Trimble Church of Christ closed two weeks of evangelistic meetings with a capacity crowd. Visitors came from Athens Jacksonville Millfield Chauncey Greens Run and Taylor Ridge. Special music featured the Trimble Youth Choir Chauncey Choir and a quartet with local soloists and musicians. Nine persons were baptized by the pastor.
The Naomi Bible Class of The Plains Methodist Church met at the home of Misses Alta and Elva Cooper. Devotions were in unison. Officers elected: President Thelma Linscott, Vice President Jeanette Tipton, Secretary Lucy McDonald, Treasurer Bernice Humphrey. March gathering will be at Mrs. Humphrey’s home. Eight members attended. Hostesses provided refreshments.
The Ladies Choir of Plains Methodist Church will rehearse for The Promise of Easter and will combine with New Straitsville Choir for cantata performances at two churches Mrs Thea White of New Straitsville will direct and Mrs Thelma Talvert of Plains will be pianist The Plains rehearsal is set for Wednesday Feb 20 at 7 pm Chauncey revival continues at Morristown Holiness Church led by Ray Pidcock with evangelists Rev Otto Deucker and Rev Ivan King Services run nightly at 7 o clock and an afternoon visit to Pilgrim Holiness Church near Carbondale for services is planned
Chauncey Walter McHarg of Lower Plains recently called on Mrs. Isabelle Coe and daughter Lettie Hintz after returning from overseas service in the European theater. He had spent many months abroad.
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