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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1945

Page

14

Secrets and plane crashes tied to world conferences debate

A Washington columnist questions Nazi involvement in pre conference aircraft accidents and argues for strict press secrecy on movements of the President and other high officials. He cites Cairo Casablanca and Gibraltar events, urging continued restraint to protect military security and public business.

Washington United States Jonathan Daniels White House Harry Hopkins Paris Roosevelt Cairo Navy Brazil Casablanca London Churchill Bay of Biscay Pyttigal Leslie Howard Miniister Sikorski Poland Gibraltar Vella Conférente Confernce SA. 5 Secret Service

Liszt and Eisner in Paris Sequel to Chopin Etude Night

Jozef Eisner and Louis Pleyel debate publishing rights after a Liszt Chopin night. The crowd admires Liszt as Liszt speaks, and Eisner weighs agreements, while Eisner seeks care for Frederic and contemplates a Paris move. The scene ends with plans to sleep on the decision.

Xai Jozef Eisner Frederic Chopin Liszt Jozef Elsner Kalthren Jozef Elsnér Chopin Ghopid List Jozéf Elsnér Pulles Kalk‘brender Madamé Land Ray Franz Louis Pleyel Alfred de _Mussét Franz Liszt Peralt Frederic, Chapin—' Leis Pleyel Professor Gisner Louis Déak Louis—buss Louis . Pleyel Jozef Paris Frederic Joezei Madame Sand Ehimph ehimph.” ._Lyczef Jozet Louie Loula

Nightlife curbs amid wartime rationing debate

Readers weigh a nationwide midnight shutdown of night clubs from Manhattan’s gay scene to Ohio dives. Critics question why action is taken now after inflation and war workers surge, arguing other venues and energy use merit limits and that the ban targets one class of business rather than broader conservation needs.

Manhattan Ohio Ali

REAL ONE WORLDER S IN A PEWS STORY OF GI RELATIVES

Robert Skinner a Gloucester born soldier writes from England about Christmas with relatives and friendly visits during furlough. The piece argues that such experiences among Americans with diverse ancestries help promote American democracy and One World ideals through informal diplomacy and goodwill.

Slnday Robert Skinner Glouster England Europe

Taxation Strain Warns Of Broader Federal Takeover

The piece argues rising government control and tax shifts threaten local and state finances as federal power expands. It cites Ohio road repairs and reduced revenue from wartime commerce, noting citizens face higher costs while services may fall. It warns voters may resist new taxes to fund ongoing government ownership.

Ineal Ohio

Peter Edsons Letter From Washington summary

Peter Edson surveys the 1940s State Department mail from readers on issues including the Jewish question and Palestine, Christian peace campaigns led by Methodists and Baptists, aid for Europe, conscientious objectors, and relief for Greece. He notes Polish American activity, reactions to Crimea Conference plans, and the lingering impact of Dumbarton Oaks peace proposals on public sentiment.

Washington, D. C Department of State State Department Palestine Europe Civilian Service Corp Throud Poland Croeve London Roosevelt Churchill Stalin K. S Tamadon Crimea Dumbarton Oaks Cisterias Vitigens

Public Forum on War, Peace, and Morality in Coolville

A letter from Coolville signed by R. Florence Gillian dated February 19 argues that true peace requires turning to God and upholding Christian values. It condemns liquor, divorce, and worldly pleasures, urging Christians to place Christ first to end the war and secure a better nation for returning soldiers and their families.

the Messenger God Christ Coolville Florence Gillian

De Gaulle Angers Big Three Over Exclusion From Crimea Talks

Commentary argues De Gaulle seeks equality with the United States and Britain within the Big Three. It notes his anger at being invited to the Crimean parley and his refusal to meet Roosevelt, warning France’s recovery relies on postwar support. The piece stresses France’s former greatness and the alliance’s aim to restore her voice.

France Dewitt MacKenzie de Gaulle Roosévelt Europe Paris Algiers Roosevelt Dé Gaulle Big Three United Nations

Bidwell Personal Notices From Local Methodist Meeting

Bidwell section records a Methodist Church W S C S meeting at Mrs J L Coleman s home with list of attendees and refreshments. It notes Army service status for Joseph Robinson a second lieutenant at Camp Maxey Texas and mentions weekend visits by local residents and family gatherings amid miscellaneous names and misspellings common to this OCR.

Coleman Vernon Coleman J. W. Robinsone Joseph 4. Robinson Camp Maxey Texas Lawrones Hinerman Mercsrville Marguerite Hinerman Charley Ward Grant Reva Murray Habitat Anthons Mure Grover Kpotig Swent Hame Giassburn

Cheshire News Notes highlights local visits and moves

Cheshire residents share weekend visits and arrivals. Mr. and Mrs. Fielding Hawking and daughter from Canning vacation with N. R. Rothged. Mrs. Clifford Harrison returns from Norfolk to Seaman Clifford Harrison. Betty Rothseb and Helen Allenworth begin nurses training at Haizer Hospital. Cpt. Gene Sayre returns to Camp Blanding after furlough with his wife and parents. Effie Godfrey moves to daughter Williams Harman home. Grace Thomas hosts Hote Fife from Kyeer.

Gallipolis F. W. Butcher Houston Gilmore Marie Spires Gilmore Betty Rothseb Helen Allenworth Haizer Hospital James Rothgeb Huntington N. R. Rothgeb S-Set Douglas Rife Ft. Benning. Ga Ivan Grover Cpt Gene Sayre Camn Blanding Fla Effie Godfrey Wiliam Harman Hote Fife of Kyeer Wridgy Grace Thomas

Ten Years Ago Shirley Temple at Ohio Theater in Little Colonel

Youth star Shirley Temple, then three, appeared in The Little Colonel at the Ohio theater in Logan with hostess Mrs J Re Baer at Hillcrest Inn Athens. The White Fishing Club banquet included Frank ONeal and Alva Morrison. High School basketball faced Chillicothe in season finale. Mrs C C Millikan visited relatives in Delaware. Mrs F W Bush aided in Columbus with parties for Kate Hayden and Gillette Hayden.

Shirley Temple Lass Ohio Theater J. Re White Fishing Club Frank O'Neal I BS Frank O ‘Neal Columbus Alva Morrison Trimble C. C. Millikan Delaware F. W. Bush Kate Hayden Gillette Hayden

Hemlock News Notes and Military Postings

Hemlock notes greetings among residents including Lt Cheries and Mrs Cheries from Abilene Texas visiting neighbors in Millertown. Cpl Joe Vargo in Congo returns on furlough after 28 months in the Mediterranean theater with multiple citations and a long service record.

Ray Roberts Goluster Allison Linscott Millertown Orta Linscott Helen Dyer Barberion Bert Abbott Jane Moore Congo Nina Eayle Glenna Williams Glouster Dora Call James Snowden Violet Stallings George Snowden Charles Campbell Andrew Takiend Barberton Rosamond Gregory Mildred Reed East Palestine Sgt Charles Campbell Ann Campbell Dunkle Joseph Vargo Frank Vargo Cpl. Varga Mediterranean North Africa Pearl Harbor Battes Felidaty Columbia 5. C

Rendville School Notes Postpones Parent-Teacher Meet

School notes from Rendville list classroom students and teachers. Mrs Eugene Snider remains unable to return after a fall on the ice. Honor roll announced for first semester, with names across grades from Ralph Blackwell to Esther Astrby and others.

Margaret Mitchell Eugene Snider Fionor Ralph Blackwell Plant James Jones Margie Smith Butler, Jr Yvonne Hib Roy Pamela Hitt Eurgene Jones Ernest Carmichael Evelyn _ Burley Norma Jean Plant Delores Hill Delores Fountain James Hall David Altmai Edward Butler Clifford Murphy Vinton Smith Vivian Owens Wanda Jean Darinchadl Esther Astrby Vial Ir Fountain, Jr Ronald Buray

Corning Social Notes Highlights Local Births and Visits

Corning social notes report the birth of a daughter to Mrs. R W DeCrow at Sheltering Hospital Athens on February 17. The father serves in the South Carolina flight squadron and the family resides with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C E Haskins, Corning. The column lists knitted items by Corning women and notes visits by Cpl Othel Radigan and family, Mrs Luella Brown, Earl Spray, William McMichael, and others, plus updates on local residents’ activities and military assignments.

Ing R. W. DeCrow Shelteringpital Athens Satuay South DeCrow C. E. Haskins Corning Corni G. Price Bertha Ferguson Gertrude Reese Lydia Dew Othel Radigan Ruston Luella Brown New Lexington Earl Spray New York Anna Spray William McMichael Corning Public Army Bob Holden Miami Fla Holdali Margaret Sauders Shawnee Maurice Rodgers East Hill William Clark Chauncey Irene Roberts Bethesda Hospital Sgt Harold Roberts Melvin Fox Cpt Pryce Dunlap Vern Dunlap

Also Mentioned on This Page

David Lawrence National Dispatch Tale of Two Sony Roman W.itso Peter Edson the Public Forum Andy Bidwell Personals Cheshire News Jean Bauch Universal Producing Company Merveland Hamlin Harold Wise Chillicothe Hemlock Rendville Corning Social Notes By Galbraith
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