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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1945
Page
4
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Washington faced division and scarcity while leading through war and peace. His courage, hard work, and ethical code shaped America, guiding forethought in foreign relations. His Farewell Address offers lucid warning and pragmatic wisdom for today without isolationism.
The piece argues Iwo Jima Rendova and Tazawa mark the fiercest battles against Japan, questions the cost of a mainland invasion, and considers whether nearby bases suffice. It reflects on overwhelming firepower, human casualties, and a plea for evolving warfare methods.
The piece notes Prime Minister Churchill wore a new black wool hat at the Crimea Conference. Described as Russian design and a Canadian gift, the hat is praised for warmth and comfort while lampooning hat conformity and fashion uniformity. The author hints at reforming men's headwear and mocks massed style.
Editorial weighs Roosevelt's public critique of General De Gaulle after the French leader refused to meet the President. It argues the snub harms Franco American ties, warns of eroding trust, and suggests De Gaulle may retract or visit America to reset relations amid wartime diplomacy.
Peter Edson reports a sharp rise in State Department fan mail to about 1,000 letters daily, up from 400. The surge reflects growing public interest in foreign affairs and postwar world issues, especially Dumbarton Oaks and United Nations matters, with expectations of the San Francisco conference in April.
A fragment depicts a man noting Mr Churchill wearing a shapka hat that is stylish yet practical. He will depart in the same familiar attire, an unflattering but dependable felt hat, leaving readers with a sense of continued ordinariness despite fashion detail.
Colonial era themed gathering at the Morrison home 50 Morris Ave featured Mrs L W Russell chairing and a hostess committee including Mrs FP G Hibbard Mrs Bart Davidson Mrs H C Bobo and Mrs O D Morrison. Also notes a George Washington program at Athens Junior High with readings by Elizabeth Wood Earl Watkins and Paull Slaughter plus a violin quartet and accompanist Grace Foster.
Local notes detail birthday wishes for 82nd birthday recipient Mrs. Alice Dean and visits from relatives and friends including Mrs. Helen Woode of Alfred and the Dotson and Sisson families in Tuppers Plains and Reedsville. Attendees shared music and refreshments after a meeting of the Forrest Rose D of A Council and memorial service attendance.
Dewitt Mackenzie argues the Allies display united military action across eastern and western fronts. He cites heavy Allied pressure under Eisenhower in the west and Montgomery and Patton in the north and south, aiming to drive Nazi forces from the Rhine region as weather hampers German defense.
Nellie Lowry W called to Marietta by illness of sister Rose Davis. Pvt. Neal Dodds on 21 day furlough with wife son and parents in Athens. Jane Burkett returned from Barberton after visit with husband Richard Burkett. Porter Sweazy attended Maggie Sweazy funeral near Logan. Clyde Barber returned to Detroit after death of grandfather Jasper Cox. Mildred and Betty Barber visited with George Barber. Mattie Stanley Effie McClean spent day in Athens. Kenneth Newlun funeral held at Asbury Methodist Church. Out of town relatives attended Jasper Cox funeral.
Providence selected a man of noble birth to build a nation on earth. The poem lauds right and liberty as entrusted to the privileged, recounts fighting tyrannical oppression, and notes Washington’s leadership guiding a free nation after victory in war.
Frederic Chopin and George Sand accompany Liszt in a Paris salon as he is welcomed, praised, and invited to perform. The scene shifts to the music room where Liszt requests a darkened setting for his piece, drawing a tense, hopeful mood as Jozef Elsner searches for Chopin.
The Friendship Garden Club met with Mrs. Ora Cottrill and daughter Neva hosting. Cassie iCaster read a paper on yard appeal. 15 members and a guest attended. A surprise birthday for Miss Neva Cottrill occurred. a mystery package was drawn by Mrs. Kathleen Ragar. Potluck fed 21. Next meeting set with Mrs. Ginevra Foster on March 14. Local visits and school scrap drive noted amid community greetings and church work.
A brief obituary note honors Henry Leach of Ohio who offered enduring counsel and wisdom, promising his guiding words to live on throughout the life of the Nation, as a respected woman referenced in memory.
REEDSVILLE The W.S.C.S. met with Mrs. Joe Pickens for a full day gathering with potluck dinner at noon for members and two guests. Pvt. Richard Smith left Wednesday for Camp Swift Texas after a furlough with his father J M Smith and Mrs. Smith. The week saw visits to Wheeling by Mrs. Alice Connolly and families of Connolly support, and trips to St. Louis and Graham Texas for others. 4-H Club staged a Valentine party at the school hall with games and contests and Red Cross War Fund drive contributions noted. Pvt. Gehard Smith, home on furlough, attended as special guest.
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