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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1941
Page
4
The Athens post office lists content credited to the Associated Press and local news for republication rights. It notes second class matter status under the 1916 act.
A critic laments Washington's drift toward socialism and unchecked government spending. The piece warns of continued political patronage and calls for retaining a representative democracy, urging opposition to government domination and appeasement of leaders aiming for one man rule.
The piece compares Georgia Governor Gene Talmadge to Huey Long, criticizing his threats against newspapers over coverage of race and demanding honesty in state government. It urges Georgia readers to resist preliminary moves that echo Louisiana controversies and warns of national scrutiny of native fascism.
The piece notes that ten major pre-war European capitals London Warsaw Brussels Amsterdam Paris Belgrade Helsinki Berlin Bucharest and Moscow have been bombed. It also mentions neutral Dublin and fears in Madrid while Rome and Athens escape, Stockholm remains standing as critics say Europe has been subjected to widespread war.
Pasadena California and Two Rivers Wisconsin appointed new police chiefs after nationwide competitive tests. Flint Michigan, with its thief from Pasadena, is seeking a replacement using a similar method. The International City Managers Association highlights merit and qualifications, not birthplace, as keys to public jobs.
A garbled line references prisons and Henri, suggesting a discussion of national prison policy or a person named Henri in a troubled context. The readable fragment provides insufficient details for a full item.
Raymond Clapper analyzes a proposed nationwide peace mandate urging the U S to seek an immediate armistice with Hitler. He argues a public call could force Roosevelt to negotiate, risking U S aid to allies and accepting Axis dominance. He recalls Chamberlain’s Munich twist and rejects any peace while Hitler wins.
Peter Edson notes a surge of Defense Industry Advisory Committees from OPM and OPACS expanding in Washington. He warns the proliferation risks crowded rooms and duplicate appointments, as officials push wartime slogans and propaganda roles. The piece ends with a Sad summary of horse betting by William Sahm.
Perry County accumulates a de bt of 15579 47 with 4455 79 for Children s Home bills. WPA cutbacks blamed for county hardships amid defense program delays. Probate filings include will of Abram G McVeigh and guardian appointment for Charles Brunton. Marriages licenses issued and realty transfers listed across Harrison and Monday Creek townships.
Poet’s Corner presents a reader poem about a cherished old-fashioned house. The verse recalls a porch, marigolds, morning glories, and a clock, honoring grandparents and family love in a home that shaped the speaker. The contributor signs as Mrs. Samaria Rice Route 1.
Six local youths navigated a metal skiff powered by an outboard on the Ohio River Sunday afternoon. The craft capsized in a wave, throwing Clair Burson Marvin Mayer George Sargent Joe Renshaw Herman Scholl and Orville Wells into the water. The boat with airtight compartments did not sink and was towed ashore along with the victims by another skiff.
Shah Jahan, builder of the Taj Mahal in India, possessed three renowned diamonds the Kohinoor the Great Mogul and the Shah reflecting his status and wealth.
Barbara Chase corners a 100 mile dating circle while awaiting a visitor from Oklahoma. Dugan Blake aka Chief Leaping Water strides from a car, leaving Barbara stunned by his striking appearance and confident presence. The meeting promises a clash of wit and romance as a New York visit begins.
Buchtel Band practice occurs every Tuesday at 7 pm with junior group rehearsing marching last week. Band plans a concert in Nelsonville soon. all members urged to attend Tuesday rehearsals. Personal items note Helen Almashy returns to Detroit with Mrs James Lewis and a daughter seeking work. NYA boys busy painting York Township rooms. Mrs Dora Radcliffe Campbell back in Akron after visiting Mr and Mrs George House Jr. Lawrence Lewis Canton visited his parents. Nickie Snowden spent weekend in Columbus with his father. Margaret Ann Robson at home after eight weeks in Sheltering Arms Hospital for a mastoid operation. another operation anticipated in about four weeks. Hugh King Wellsburg staying with mother and sister Mary. Freddie Murphy employed in Kent. parents and sisters visited. Buchtel Band Boosters hold about 720 dollars in stamps to redeem, aiming to clear 30 dollars remaining on band uniforms. Mr and Mrs Kenneth Kinneer and daughter Mary Ann vacationing with sister Clara Carlin and family. Mr and Mrs Henry Krotche and Max Krotche returned to Detroit after a week’s visit with Mary J Colbert and John Sabo. Mrs Kate Maurer in poor health sent to daughter’s home in Chillicothe. Boo Maurer and children and Mr William White accompanied.
Stockport residents hosted visitors from Dayton Columbus Cleveland Zanesville and Newark over the weekend. Several locals and relatives traveled to Marietta Parkersburg and Bloomington Ill for family visits. Extensive Christian Church repairs prompt services at Van Fossen Funeral Chapel and David Coler is seriously ill.
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