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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1942
Page
4
Page four of The Athens Messenger lists publication details and rates. It notes editor and publisher information, association memberships, and circulation audits. Advertising rates and subscription costs for Ohio residents and out of state readers are included. The page ends with a quotation about liberty.
Clamor for a second front gains traction as Allied air raids on Cologne Germany and other Axis targets intensify. Reported German morale strains follow heavy bombing while Italians and Japanese react to Allied moves and General Doolittle. The air weapon now harms Axis publics as front lines widen.
War correspondents back from Axis nations warn that Germany and Italy are not collapsing and peace is not near. They caution against elation over enemy hardships and stress that true victory requires decisive battlefield blows and sustained American production through 1942 and beyond.
The piece critiques slow hints of new bans urging immediate action as in England. It argues such hesitance fuels buying hysteria, warns that many common commodities will be rationed within a year, and predicts unequal effects for those who stockpile versus daily shoppers.
The article argues that the policy shift in war production is not optimism about ending the war in 1943 but a corrective move to stop frequent reversals from a too little too late approach. It suggests the goal is to enable a decisive offensive in 1943 rather than a guaranteed early victory.
A quotation from Spurgeon urges attention to small deeds as moral tests. It emphasizes treating every action as right or wrong and cultivating conscience in everyday choices.
Raymond Clapper reviews Sumner Welles's Memorial Day talk praising a high triumphal aim. He notes Welles envisions crushing the Axis, disarming aggressors, and building a UN led world security system with equitable distribution and economic rights, while preserving American enterprise and liberty.
Peter Edson reports on Rex Tugwell facing internal civil defense unrest in Puerto Rico and a Naples style palace feud boosted by Mrs Hennings. The row involves Lieut. Commander Tom C Hennings, his transfer, and letters from Congressmen lobbyists and Bolivar Pagan pressuring for Tugwell’s position.
News notes recount Albany founding plans for a centennial, Lucius Beckley building the first house in 1832, and David Reeves cutting the inaugural cabin log. It lists Athens city finances by J S S Sherrard and names several GAR members, plus Ellen Biddle linked to Columbus School for Girls.
Russell H. Rupp announced Athens High School’s admission to the National Honorary Society of Secondary Schools. Max Lewis left for Beulah Michigan for a week’s outing. Henry D. Nice of Nice Motor Co named motor cop for Athens area. Dr. E L Hooper elected commander of K T Crossen Post No 21 American Legion with officers listed. Fred J L Alderman elected president of the Athens Chamber of Commerce. directors named.
A fragmented wartime poem recalls the Goddess of Liberty in the harbor guarding the nation. It urges readers to rally and light new lamps, symbolized by a cluster of stars, to keep faith and shine against darkness and fear. The piece blends imagery of Mars, tears, flame, and future hope.
Mr Earl Jordan and Dear old Wells of Springfield were weekend guests of Mrs Zella Jordan. Mr and Mrs M A Epple and a family were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Andrew Davis of Rock Springs. Mr and Mrs Carl Caster and daughter of Columbus are guests of Mr and Mrs John Nicholson. Mrs Ruth Nicholson is in charge of the Dexter telephone exchange in Mrs Le Folden's absence. Mrs James Clark and family of near Harrisonville are guests of her parents Mr and Mrs Harley Carr. Elda Carsey is shearing sheep in the community. Mrs Eliza Jordan and son Clarence have gone to Akron to visit her sister Mrs William Wahl. They stopped at Columbus to visit friends during the trip.
A short lyrical piece speaks of the day’s ruddy glow as enchantment that fades to a knell. It reflects on youth love and life as brief moments, with parting casting a final toll. The poem is signed by Hilda White and dated Giouster Ohio.
Corning notes report a special Alumni meeting program at St Bernard's school to honor Father Anthony Tague on his silver jubilee. The high school plans a play, banquet, and dancing with attendees from Col umbus and out of town. May Day procession featured Miss Mary Stenson crowning the Blessed Virgin as priests and graduates received diplomas from Father Tague.
After the lodge session a May birthday party featured a program with a solo, a reading, a piano piece and group singing. A handkerchief shower for two May brides is planned for June 5. Also reported are a Newark birth, a Warren death, a hospital surgery recovery and a new daughter for the Martins.
Talcott hides a secret message in a fire hose locker as June Paterson shares moonlit talk. She confesses feelings and helps him realize his blind trust, then, after a tense moment, an unexpected kiss seals a turning point aboard.
Ralph Sawyer recovering from pneumonia. Dayton visitors include Walter Brown and Ella Davis with two children visiting William Wemmer. Beverly Darlene named infant daughter of Ralph and spouse. Exline and Rimmey families travel to Carbondale and Columbus. several elders visit Redtown and Glouster. Orville Exline to be inducted into the army in Columbus.
Laurel Cliff notes report several guests and moves. Mr and Mrs Paul Archer Ravenna and Mrs Ethel Lowery Columbus visited over the weekend. Mr and Mrs Ross Poulton moved to Canton. Eighth graders listed include Patty Karr Opal Howell Jean Parker Junior Serfried Robert Russell Ernest Ackley Leonard Wilson. Sherwood Garden Club hosts pot luck at Mrs Alien Eichinger home Thursday at 7. Mrs M A Howell dined with Mr and Mrs Elias Stilles Kerrs Run.
Hemlock Grove social notes list visits among area families. Several households from Charleston Canton Bunker Hill Sumner Pomeroy and other towns are recorded hosting and visiting relatives and friends over weekends and Fridays.
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