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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1944
Page
4
The Athens Messenger announces subscription prices by year month and week with different plans. Rates include one year at 433.00 a year and 62.6 or 96.96 for other terms. The notice notes prices subject to acceptance and print page supply.
The piece applauds Argentina severing ties with Germany and Japan as a step toward closing the Western Hemisphere Axis breach. It argues for North and South American unity to root out subversive Axis influence and warns that Hitler seeks to sow disunion among Allies while protracting the war.
The article urges society to support veterans bearing lifelong injuries from war. It cites Army nurses returning from Atlantic crossings on a hospital ship who warn families to describe wounds beforehand and to mask distress. Readers are urged to avoid shocking reactions, as sensitivity aids reintegration and sustains the dignity of these disfigured soldiers beyond wartime.
The investigation into Washington slums and disease is cited as evidence of deteriorating conditions. Nazi propaganda claims Washington is physically and spiritually decaying, highlighting dirt, mud, alley games by boys, and rats in grand homes to boost Berlin’s morale amid wartime strain.
The article argues against Peace Now style groups urging immediate peace talks with Germany. It asserts only a complete Allied military victory or German surrender ends hostilities. It warns that negotiated peace would imply German capitulation without defeat and stresses that Hitler must be handed over before any surrender. The piece likens Peace Now to Pravda warnings and urges suppression of early peace rumors to maintain morale and momentum.
Clapper reports from New Britain about PT boats running at night toward the Cape Gloucester front. They faced near constant danger, with seven killed in 13 months and about 20 Purple Hearts awarded for wounds. From Sept 27 to Christmas, they sank 104 Japanese barges and damaged 28, forcing Japanese artillery redeployments. Ensign Lovvorn recounts a Dec 27 air attack that the PT boats repelled, four bombers shot down and all PT boats returning safely. Religious faith and Saint Christopher tokens are noted among crew. General Krueger discusses testing battle readiness and divine protection. A separate challenge to coeducation as a delinquency influence is raised by Dr. Adams.
Cutler JANETTE Nebekah Lodge No 631 held its annual installation of officers Wednesday evening. Installing officers included friends of Miss Anna McKibben such as Carol Ormiston and Mary Gossett. проч
Cleveland bride Martha Brawley and Amesvile groom Ralph Frash were wed in a family announcement by the bride’s parents. Athens High School edged Gallipolis 26 to 14 in a recent game and longtime host Mrs J Jones entertained at a clock breakfast celebrating Ruth’sAsth birthday with guests Dorothy Woodworth and others.
Officers for Columbus Golden Post No. 89 Grand Army of the Republic were installed including J. J. Pickerig, Eli Roush, Eber Gabriel, J. C. , John Tippie, and Marion, as part of post duties and ceremonial duties.
New Plymouth residents report social visits and health news. Miss Patts of Lancaster visited the park. Mr and Mrs Frank Ellis and Fred Mowrey with Ether traveled to Logan. Mrs Viola Smith spent time in Logan and Nelsonville while Rev H A Springer and family recovered from illness. Miss Mary Hixinbaugh of Wellston stayed with her parents Elmer and Mary Hixinbaugh. Etta Shank of Logan treated Homer Hans who was ill. John Mowrey attended Reider's funeral in McArthur. The Mullers hosted guests from Columbus and Dayton.
Carpenter church repairs near completion under L S Powelson with help from his father. Various local residents are noted visiting Athens and Columbus, hospital moves, military updates, and defense stamp sales for Columbia school. Names include Virgil Gibson Elsie Tewksbury Cora Weyand Ney Carpenter E J Carpenter Nolan Bourgeois Marcella Grosstuck Libbie Reeves Dena Chase Howard Stout Arnold Brown Donna Brown Leatha Whittington Frances M Bobo.
In a 1930s social page scene, Dr Planish schemes with Major Homeward and Peony to promote a broad right wing “democracy” movement. They discuss using Colonel Marduc as a figurehead while exploring a nationwide, war-ready organization with funding and influence. The talk shifts to prep for a dinner at the Colonel’s, hinting at a larger political scheme.
Bartlett residents gathered for a bridge party with Mrs. Oliver hosting and prizes awarded to Mrs. Secoy for first, Mrs. Vern Hi of Sharpsburg for second, and Mrs. John Poling for third. Attendees included Mrs. Herman Cumers, Don Goddard, Mrs. Roy Williams, Mrs. Harry Fast, and Enid and Nellie Gard.
Ray Atherton was recently appointed to a dayne post as the first U S ambassador to Canada. The message references his principal tare at Semennstadt and notes Berlin subs orb bombed, with mention of a large dome or power plant site and snow in the Azores, A-822 square miles.
Blue Lake residents report men fishing along Blue Lake and nearby water bodies catching bass catfish and carp. Visitors include Wooten family guests of Robert Wooten and three children Darlene Joan and Bryan. Miss Geraldine Columbus attends Sunday services, while Mrs Cottrill remains ill. Several area sales occur weekly with many items sold at Caudill sale. community inquiries include nautical mileage questions and local visits.
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