The Athens Messenger Publishing Co. Notice
The Athens Messenger publishes weekly every Monday except Sundays with a March edition. Subscription rates are listed for carrier, mail, within and outside Ohio, and a special weekly service edition is offered. Copyright and distribution terms appear, with national representation contacts and postal matter classifications noted.
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Pulsice
GUS Supsig
Enwer
Athens Post Office
Joan W. Cullen Company
Chucaso
New York
Columbus
C. Clevelang
Avetuaae
Thanes
Red Cross War Drive Calls for Oversubscription
Citizens urged to support the Red Cross as millions of servicemen and war victims benefit from blood plasma, nursing, bandages, and other relief. Contributions are income tax deductible and essential to sustain front line and hospital aid. Southeastern Ohio is expected to do its part.
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Red Cross
Organization of Mercy
Ohio
Emphasizing Coal Industry Strength in War Effort
The country shows a forceful demonstration of coal mining’s essential role in the war effort affecting railroads utilities and homes. Conservation measures will save limited coal, but production remains near record highs. Independent risk-taking operators kept the industry resilient and prepared for postwar progress through enterprise.
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United States
The Case of Harry Bridges and Deportation
Senator Murray calls for dropping deportation proceedings against Harry Bridges, president of the ILWU, to allow citizenship. Bridges faces charges of being a Communist plotting to overthrow the government by force, though his wartime cooperation is noted as excellent.
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Murray
Montana
Harry Bridges
International Longshoremen’s and Warehousemen’s Union
Bridges
Germany
Russia
Urat
Return Home After 20 Months in the War
A veteran describes the emotional return home after twenty months overseas. He notes changes in people and places, the comfort of routine like taxis and ice, and the shared wartime experiences of others encountered on the journey. The piece recalls soldiers and family members connected to different theaters of war.
Russia to Decide on Pacific War Entry by April 25 1945
Washington reports on how Moscow and Tokyo shape the question of Russia entering the war in the Pacific. The article notes that by April 25 1945 a notice on the Soviet treaty with Japan could signal cancellation or a new pact within twelve months, with Britain and the United States weighing options to force Japan’s surrender without Russian involvement. It considers the broader strategic uncertainties involving China, Korea, and postwar settlement as Allied and Russian positions mingle.
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Washington
Russia
Japan
Moscow
Tokio
Yalta
Russa
Far Eastern
Chiefs of Staff
Malta
Mediterranean
Europe
United Nations
Wether
United States
Unis
Fokio
Germany
Wong
Aussie
Prumat Japa
Sun
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Letter From Washington on Army supply shortages abroad
Peter Edson details growing shortages in the Army Service for future operations, listing items in scarce reserve like letters, insignia, tents, canteens, cups, and field gear. He notes most shortages stem from combat wear, winter strain, and rapid war movement, with demand rising after hostilities end.
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Leroy Lutes
Ismhua
Ems
Toons
Sali
Hatue
Donis
Hiro
Imam Dems
Public Forum Voice on Space Limits in Newsprint
The Public Forum discusses space rationing and the need to shorten letters to fit the constrained newsprint. Editors urge writers to confine comments to essential points while maintaining respect for other contributors.
A Debt We Owe
Citizens face a call to read first hand accounts of war hardships. The letter urges compulsory reading from Collier’s March issue detailing prisoners of war and the sacrifices of Allied soldiers. It condemns indifference and praises those who fight and endure.
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United States
Colliier’s
Dorothy Memenald Athens
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Allies Face Tough Rhine Battle Near Cologne
General outlook predicts hard fighting as Ninth and First Armies push toward the Erft and Rhine crossings. Rundstedt vows defense to the last man west of the Rhine while Allied forces press in the center north and south. Time will reveal whether a Rhine retreat is plotted or a decisive near-term victory lies ahead.
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Cologne
Krift
Rhine
Ruesseldorf
Erft
von Rundstedt
Ruhr
Hitler
Rundstedt
Eisenhower
Patton
Tvs
Point Rock
Carolyn
West Holcomb
Columbus
Ww. R. Holthe Ruhr
Tojtomb
Berlin
Carbondale Social Notes Ties Local Visits and Events
Carbondale social notes list residents visiting relatives in Columbus Wilkesville and Millersport, including Mildred Stump, Finns, Mare family, Barber siblings, Bells family, and others. Local gatherings feature Laural Grange degrees, potluck, and basketball tournament attendance by residents from nearby towns.
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Carbondale
Mildred Stump
Columbus
Charles Stump
Finn, Brown
Elston Mare
Porter Sweazy
Charles Hoover
Donald
Byron Barber
Mildred
Betty Barber
and Birs
George Barber
Frank Bells
Athens High School team wins Southeastern Ohio title
Members of the Athens High School debate team including TEN EARS aGo Betty Hoyt McCoy Stephen Ful ler Harry Entwhistle and Robert Bird won the Southeastern Ohio District championship. At a Women’s Music Club meeting at Mrs Co C Millikan home Mrs P L Peterson led the program. Guests included Mrs E S Koons Mrs M J Hitchcock and Mrs Fred Hilla. The Dixie Minstrels cast featured numerous performers led by Jonesy Sams Roger Connor Pete Good John Reid and others. Twenty years ago Athens Country Club hosted a card party with De R Biddle and others. Esther Sunday School class farewell for Miss Sophia Boelaner marked 13 years teaching. Dr and Mrs C L Tones and Dr and Mrs A F Holmes wintered in St Petersburg Fla.
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Betty Hoyt McCoy
Stephen Fuller
Harry Entwhistle
Robert Bird
Athens High School
Women’s Music Club
Co. C. Millikan
P. L. Peterson
E. S. Koons
M. J. Hitchcock
Fred Hilla
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Jonesy
Sams
Roger Connor
Pete Good
John Reid
Jimmy Francis
de. C. M. Bowman
Dr. M. N. Fowler
Belford Vercoe
Bob Quigley
Pinkie” Kyle
Gus White
Jimmy Pilcher
George Gibbs
Earl Beckley
C. Cc. Stroup
Dr. M. D. Worley
Neil Mathews
Bill Bircher
Eddie Newcomb
Doc Gorham
Paul, Shannon
D. I. Gandee
Bert Cameron
Esther
First Christian Church
Sophia Boelaner
Athens
From Nohant to Majorca A Composer Struggles Toward Rest
Frederic travels from Nohant to Majorca with friend George seeking relief from mounting pressures. Jozef Elsner warns and pushes for discipline as Elsner, contracts with Pleyel, and Chopin's ambitions collide. The journey exposes his fragility, but the island promises renewal as he clings to hope.
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Nohaat
Sian
Monsieur
Paris
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Mallorca
Spain
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Geerge
Tvou
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Papa
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Nohant
Jozef Eisner
Lyons
Avignon
Arles
Perpignan
Palma
Portvendres
Barcelona
Fragments of a Moorish Paradise and a Haunting Wake
An ode to sun and sea with palms and terraces toward Africa depicts a Moroccan dreamscape. Frederic, awaiting a piano, hears a familiar cry in the night but the voice vanishes, leaving an inward call that awakens him without recognition. To Be Continued.
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Africa
George
Pleyel
Frederic
Frederici
Konstancja
Professor Elsner
Mamma
Murray City News Notes Update of Local Visits and Health War
Murray City notes list residents and visitors from Murray City to nearby towns with furloughs and hospital stays. The item also notes a Columbus health department initiative as officials bring in a U. S. health service consultant to discuss gonorrhea detection and treatment.
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Eugene Snyder
John Snyder
Snyder
Langley
John Campbell
Mary Campbell
Mt. Carmel
Columbus
Sergeant Campbell
Texas
Ruth Hamer
Don Juniper
Toledo
Coast Guards
Lester Sorrell
Tuesay
State Health Department
U. S. Health Service
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