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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1941
Page
4
This Athens Messenger page presents publishing credits and subscription pricing. It lists the paper’s establishment, publishers, editors, and associations, noting distribution details and advertising rates. It mentions obituary charges and various outlying county delivery areas with mail and carrier rates.
An editorial reflects on Franklin D Roosevelt entering his third term amid subsidy era turmoil. It warns of expanded presidential authority, urges citizens to study actions for the common good, and calls for guidance to keep America on its proclaimed path.
An editorial argues the army draft will force vast reforms in youth education nutrition and skills. It criticizes reliance on white collar paths, urges manual trades training and better feeding, and notes malnutrition among youths unfit for machine work or military service. It warns current schooling may not prepare a modern wartime economy.
In a Washington column Raymond Clapper reflects on Franklin D Roosevelt's third term and weighs whether a shift to Wendell Willkie would have been healthier. He discusses power, democracy, emergency powers, and the pace of governance amid wartime needs.
Bruce Catton examines the Railway Labor Act as a blueprint for preventing strikes from disrupting defense work. He notes the National Mediation Board’s record since 1934 with hundreds of mediations and few major stoppages, describing the act’s four guiding principles and procedures for election mediated settlements and arbitration. The piece ends with Rev. Dr. Remsen B. Ogilby contrasting undergraduates’ toughness with the need for skilled machinists and army readiness.
In a satirical Forum letter, Charles R. Larson denounces FDR and the New Deal as echoes of Hitler, arguing for self-reliance and criticizing relief policies. LEDA Sams laments relief limits, calling for budgets and practical guidance for a seven-member family unable to survive on under $25 monthly.
A reader asks how a seven person family can survive on under $25 a month and critiques WPA funding changes after the election. The letter notes short lived projects, idle gaps, and uncertain pay undermining household budgeting and worker morale.
FRED H. PONN challenges Larson’s claim that a Democratic majority existed in both chambers during Hoover’s administration. He cites 71st Congress figures: Senate 56R 39D 1I. House 267R 163D 1I 4 vacancies. 72nd Congress: Senate 48R 47D 1I. House 220R 214D 1I.
Poet's Corner invites readers to send verses with name and address. The sample text invokes night imagery stars moon willow rill whippoorwill and a call to praise the divine, ending with the signature Charles E Sellars from Glouster Ohio.
Fire destroyed Irvin Dawley’s automobile and garage at Sand Run around 2 AM Friday. The blaze, likely from a short circuit, had grown strong before discovery, preventing any salvage. No insurance coverage was carried.
Martha, newly settled after camp, attends a country club dance with Paul. She relishes freedom and flirtatious attention, dancing with old friends and facing a late night with cocktails and music before a ringing phone reveals her husband Bill is trying to reach her. The scene ends with a cliffhanger as dawn arrives and Bill calls.
The New Marshfield Social and Personal notes a Wednesday night meeting of the Loyal Pals Sunday School Class at the Christian Church electing President Dale Hawk Vice President Merril Riggle Secretary Donna Jane Beveridge Treasurer Donna Steinmeyer and Teacher Mrs Nettie Barron. Refreshments followed and a Valentine party is planned for February. Visitors included Vaughn Townsend Erie PA Vernon Townsend Indianapolis Mrs Adrian Douglas Athens and Mr and Mrs Rome Mace. The Whitlatches hosted a birthday dinner for Macy Haught with Harold Young Mona Jean and Dickie Young Ruth Haught and Macy Haught in attendance.
Mrs. James Clark and infant daughter were brought home from Holzer Hospital. John Utsinger left for West Alexander for an extended visit with his brother Wendel Deihl. Bert Beard of Columbus spent days with his wife and returned to work. Franks Utsinger hosted guests including Val Rueter Lucille Brown and others. The High School Faculty met at the Brown home to discuss curriculum. Floyd Funfee ill. Mrs C O Chapman entertained the Merry Maids Class with contests and games. Latin Club reports and contests. club expanding. Dr and Mrs P A Jividen visited in Florida since Christmas. Mrs Denver Wise ill. Harmony Circle met. officers elected. Virginia Serveson and Betty Chase spent weekends with Chase family.
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