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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1940
Page
4
A fragmented item mentions Athens representatives and a national figure, with reference to Raymond Clapper and W Outer. The note indicates a case matter under review, with comments on news atonal representations and constitutional consent.
A conservative critique argues President Roosevelt dominates the Democratic convention and aims for a third term, while opponents fear the New Deal is being perpetuated by insiders. It notes Taft and Dewey as lacking glamour and warns of Russia-like dictatorship fear if the pattern continues, with Willkie's nomination unsettling Chicago delegates and national strategy.
An editorial notes unknown visitor flow through Athens and surrounding communities. It argues unmarked streets and unseen historic points deter tourists, urging better marking and promotion to reveal local individuality. Gallipolis and Middleport are highlighted as leaders in regional tourist revenue.
A Western World grain piece notes North America could export about 160 million bushels of surplus wheat after this harvest, while Europe faces crop shortfalls and lack of payment methods. It discusses war’s impact on grain markets and the need for barter or transport to move supplies. It also touches on U.S. marine apologies, a Massachusetts divorce case, Nazi tank unit lane customs, and various unrelated items.
The piece criticizes President Roosevelt for mishandling the third term bid. It claims Hull and Farley resist running as VP and campaign chair, notes Roosevelt’s silence blocked party choice, sidelined Farley, and mismanaged Hull, while praising some political skill yet warning of bungling perceptions at the Democratic convention.
Bruce Catton analyzes rifts inside the New Deal as platform planks on defense, New World relations and agriculture mask internal conflicts. He notes cartel plans for exports face opposition amid farm price woes and cotton controls, with disputes spilling into farm policy questions and Cuba relations, yet the platform stays silent.
A Detroit traveler recounts returning a four dollar overcharge given as change for a one dollar bill. The student at a College in Athens area, later sent the four dollars to the traveler in Detroit, and a money order arrived Wednesday morning. The writer praises the young man’s honesty and urges townspeople to know of his integrity.
Coolville Newbury Needle club held its annual picnic at Mt Howell's Grove with many residents and visitors listed. Mrs Sofronia Campbell mourns the death of her nephew Charles Johnson in an auto accident. funeral set for Tuesday at Columbus. Community clubs schedule meetings and guests, including families from Coolville and nearby towns, with multiple social visits and weekend gatherings.
Corning social notes report a Friday night T N T Sewing Club gathering with luncheon for Malinda Schlingerman and others. A Sunday wedding under a yard tree near Rendville united Beryl Bailey and William Armichael with reception for guests. 150 witnessed. Also picnic of American Legion in Lake Hope Zaleski area and multiple Corning residents’ visits and updates in personal notes.
Hooper Ridge Church of Christ holds its annual home coming on July 2. Volunteers from near and far are asked to meet at the Hooper Ridge Church Thursday afternoon, July 18 to clean the cemetery and church. Nearby residents and family members are listed among attendees and visitors.
A dramatic scene unfolds as Dick Douglas saves Anne Norris from a whirling prop, anger and romance collide amid the serial’s tense love triangle. Anne, tired of being controlled, plans a swift exit with Tony toward North Point as the chapter ends with a chance to wed in a final rush.
Mrs Lucy Koch and son Windsor of Washington D C are visiting her aunt Mrs L Runalon and family. Brethren Church meeting at Mrs Carrie Gainer s home in Tuppers Plain. forty two refreshments served. Mr and Mrs Gordon Collins announce birth of a son on Friday July 12. Various local visitors and guests listed including Ethel Van Dyke Juanita and Aubrey Nelsonville and others visiting Davis Figley Boggs Robinson Summerfieldy and families.
Pleasanton notes show residents visiting relatives in Columbus and Athens while others move nearby. Annual home-coming at Pleasanton Church drew crowds, with Emma Jane Bolen hosting cottage prayer and WPA work in Fisher Station progressing.
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