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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1942
Page
4
Public notice from the Messenger Publishing Company printing rates and editorial staff details. Includes General Manager Charles H Harris MacHia editor and list of memberships and associations with advertising rate info and obituary charges.
The piece argues that criticism of leaders like Churchill and Roosevelt exists in both nations and that free thought is a cornerstone of democracy. It asserts that neither unwavering love nor unrestrained hatred defines patriotism and that public discourse should remain open during wartime.
The new government ordnance plant near Point Pleasant will bring thousands of workers to the Mason County area for months or years. Housing must be found as trailers and private homes take in workers while railroads through the reservation support the project. Local civic efforts and WPA decline, with communities planning early to profit from the huge payrolls and district effects.
A Washington column notes Congress ordered ships armed with anti-submarine guns on Nov. 17, a month before the U.S. entered the war. It questions how many vessels have been armed and suggests the measure’s practical execution lags behind decrees, stressing government’s duty to protect life and happiness.
Washington columnist laments red tape and mislaid orders delaying war production. He cites Pratt & Whitney and Wright engines near England’s output, predicts future Axis engine edge and stresses material bottlenecks.
Peter Edson argues for a complete reorganization of defense and public housing agencies. He notes conflicting agency aims, congressional preference to reduce government role, and fears that new defense housing could erode FHA mortgage values and private real estate activity.
A Mary Baker Eddy reflection asserts that human law gains legitimacy when it mirrors divine order and that true consolation rests in an enlightened view of God’s government.
The column invites signed reader comments and requires the writer's signature with each contribution. Letters should be concise to allow multiple submissions daily.
In a Logan newspaper letter, John Potter denounces Republican election pledges broken by central and precinct committees, accuses party leadership of being weakened by a third party, and urges voters to resist machine politics citing Abe Lincoln’s warning. The item blends public political critique with local notices from Murray City and surrounding areas.
A Shanghai battleground report describes intense fighting near the area as Japanese marines seek Shanghai. American church property, including the Young Allen Home, was damaged by a bombing. In Beverly, Ida Patterson and Bery Cone attended a regional home economics conference. Athens High School cast includes Bill Curry and others in The Pot Boiler.
Prof Thomas Hoover turned over a $60 check to the Ohio University YWCA to fund aid for locals around Athens. The funds came from paid admissions at a benefit show in Athens. County plans advance for a county wide spelling contest in Athens County. Zanesville High beat Athens High in a thrilling season game with Battin and Brooks excelling. Lew Roberts attended a Wholesale and Retail Lumbermen state convention at the Hotel Gibson in Cincinnati.
Mrs W J Cochran died Thursday January 22 after a long illness. Services were held at the Methodist church Saturday with Rev Chandler in charge. The body went to Buffalo West Virginia for burial. Several local residents, church and family news follow with visits and modest community events described.
New Straitsville Jan 28 Potluck at the Harmons for Mrs Harmon's birthday. Attendees included Pearl Howdyshell Rema West Lilly Little Geraldine Goodlive Viola Palmer Rosa Nixon and others. Community notices cover church services local visits and social events across Straitsville and nearby towns.
Doc's roadster stops at the Feederia as Lolita Marquesas, Loren Oliver's star, mingles with Tambay's world. Carrie muses on Wandos and Pocahontas while Ma Remains wary of the romance and its effects on Juddy and Doc. The camera moment confirms Carrie's hollywood pull. Carrie probes Doc's charm, while Ma warns of risk in tangled loyalties.
Syracuse items note Mrs. A M Roberts host to W C C meets Lillian Stevens program read. A new member Mrs Lawrence Seller joined. Frances Willard Tea planned at Mrs Irvin Karr home. Miss Teckle Hess ill. David Flanagan performed violin pieces. Rev J L Buckley recovering from injuries. Gift to Asbury Methodist Church in memory of T J Phillips. Margaret Moore accepted Columbus position. Mrs Red Lisle hosted Loyal Helpers. Syracuse Methodist class tea sent cookies and candy to sixteen soldiers. Family visits and funerals noted. ongoing fiction excerpt ends.
Wilkesville social roundup includes club meeting at Blanche Penn home with Mittig Nelson Gladys Major Marie Penn Evelyn DeVault and others. Local weddings and visits share the spotlight as area families gather. upcoming basketball tourney set for Feb 26 27 28.
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