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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1944
Page
4
The Messenger lists memberships with major press organizations and notes AP exclusivity for news. Subscription rates are given for carrier and mail in Ohio and outside, with overseas service rates and memorial notices pricing. It also states entry at Athens Post Office and preserves obituary charges.
Governor Bricker argues that postwar policy must prioritize United States independence over international dominion. He warns that continuing federal overreach could erode constitutional rights, threaten democracy, and risk economic and social disaster if America fails to choose a self-governing path.
In a Washington column, David Lawrence argues that New Deal tax laws favor large corporations over small businesses. He notes flat rates hurt small firms, blocks relief provisions, and could curb postwar capital and job creation as the economy adjusts. He predicts Congress may realize the impact only in the future.
The Interstate Commerce Commission warns that rail, water, and highway systems need more materials, equipment, and personnel to sustain wartime production. The War Production Board allocated substantial steel to truck and auto parts in late 1943, signaling awareness and partial action to keep transportation rolling.
Dr Tewik Rustu Aras, former Turkish foreign minister, argues that Polish leaders nostalgic for a bygone empire spanning the Baltic states, Ukraine, and Moscow’s realm drives the decline of modern Poland. He links this reflex to Poland's current struggles and future risks.
Corporal dispatch from New Britain details Marines driving through mud to Hill 660 near Cape Gloucester. Regimental scouts report heavy firing. command post shelled just before arrival. Young Marines like Armstrong and Sanderson recount night attacks and weary, waterlogged conditions.
The Soviet Embassy in Washington states Finland now faces catastrophe for allying with Hitler and urges dissociation. The piece notes Russian offensive aims to lift the siege of Leningrad by withdrawing German forces, potentially driving Finland from the war and altering the Baltic balance. The report emphasizes Leningrad’s suffering and strategic importance to Moscow’s war aims.
Athens City Council voted not to widen North Congress Street. Action on a soft water system for the town was deferred. Len B. McCune served as mayor, and a plan to eliminate the dangerous curve on Union Avenue at the city limits of Pomeroy was discussed with a right of way to be purchased for 225 dollars. Dc. R. Cline, a county school teacher and superintendent, died in a Columbus hospital after an appendectomy. The Phi Chi Club Nelsonville marked its first anniversary with a founder's day banquet. Coach Julian Yantis was toastmaster with a program including several named speakers and committee members.
G. D. Winston told the House Ways and Means Committee that high taxes under the Mellon plan threaten commerce. Eight U S warships with 1100 sailors moved toward Vera Cruz amid revolution turmoil. Athens airplane tied to H J Paul and Noble Shilt returned to Logan after a wing damage incident. O J Daugherty Mullens West Virginia announce birth of a son January 18. Lauretta Collins Athens visits sister and brother-in-law.
At the equinox, a brief 24 hour period occurs when the sun does not illuminate any part of the United States or its possessions, marking a rare astronomical alignment. The event highlights the tilt of the earth and the reach of daylight boundaries across territories.
The Racine Honor Roll lists Seniors Alice Bradford Bettie Bush Mildred Byers Bob Cleland Pearl Cross Dorothy Holter Charlotte Roush Mary Spencer Gloria Worthington Juniors Gene Roush Blendena Taylor Lois Sayre Nora Wolfe Sophomores Rosemary Cirele Eileen Cornell William Everett Billy Hayman Mary Middleswart Betty Salser David Sayre Hazel Stobart Freshmen James Cozart Mary Ellen Hayman Donna Hensler Rita Johnson Joan Spencer Odessa Wolfe A War Stamps sale totals 90 85 this week and 5118 50 for the year in Grade School. High School yearly total 3379 90 making 8497 90 for both schools. Several local visits and family notes follow including Dorothy Wolfe at St Joseph Hospital Parkersburg W Va and Mrs Frankie Gaylord of Detroit with relatives in Racine Rutland Mason City and elsewhere. Major David Easterday reports promotion to Major in the U S Army stationed in Arizona. Funeral notes announce the Lottie Hayman service at Sutton M E Church.”
A series of Q and A covering geography myths history and language. Topics include distance to Rabaul from Bougainville fire in the Pacific theater Moravians Texas Burnet Roman numerals Hebrew alphabets and bushido heritage.
Gideon Planish, recently discharged from the Foundation, faces debt and a shaky future. He plans a move to New York seeking a temporary position while Kooper his wife Peony contemplates their finances. As he travels by day coach, he reflectively hopes for a rapid rise and prosperity.
Bishopville residents share Sunday and weekend visits as neighbors gather for family occasions. Clergy and community members, including Rev. Miles E. Hoon and Orrance Ahle, are noted with hospital and birthday events.
Mr and Mrs George Ragan visited cousins Blanche and Frances Eileen Penn on Sunday evening. Leo Jarvis stayed with his sister from Thursday to Friday. Grace McCormick visited her sister Louise Woltz in Wilkesville. Miss Wanda Moler of Middleton is staying with her grandmother Mrs William Reeves.
Carpenter E K long in failing health was taken to Shelters Arms Hospital Athens last week. Relatives and friends across several towns visited or called on him as illness worsened.
Local social notes list visits and health news. Families including Cox, Stump, Barber, Sweezey, Barber, and Malone are mentioned with travels to Columbus Norfolk Bellevoir and Marshfield. Miss Mildred Stump and Miss Blanche Stani¢Y appear among Sunday activities and illnesses.
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