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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1942
Page
4
Classified style item from The Athens Messenger page four listing publication data and subscription rates. It notes circulation figures, pricing within Ohio and outside, plus government and association memberships. The page also carries a Milton quote about liberty and freedom of thought.
Communities face costs to insure water supply through Burr Oak Dam and other storage projects. Federal and state funding would cover most of the dams, while local taxpayers who benefit would share the expense. Stored water would sustain year round flows, support agriculture, and attract industries from regions lacking reliable supply.
The piece argues war will curb wasteful distribution as consumer pampering ends. It notes buyers face higher costs due to excessive delivery needs and social prestige fears, predicting thinner tire and gasoline pickings for delivery services in the coming days.
Attorney General Francis Biddle cites the Bridges decision while noting Earl Browder’s long tenure as secretary general of the Communist Party in the United States. The text mentions Browder’s release by President Roosevelt to promote national unity and frames his leadership during years of advocacy for overthrow by force.
Ralph Bell, Canadian director of aircraft production, rejects the idea that war workers are front line soldiers. He notes the front line runs through the factory and civilian output powers combat. He contrasts pay with battlefield sacrifices, saying 52 to 85 cents an hour plus overtime equals far more than $39 a month in bullets.
The Navy has moved thousands of soldiers and Marines worldwide without losing a troopship. Axis submarines and planes reportedly tried to attack convoys to Northern Ireland, but none were lost. This described record stands as an outstanding naval achievement.
In Washington Raymond Clapper notes Congress and the press clashed over the X-card scandal and gasoline rationing. He cites anger at Henderson and Nelson, but praises the Truman Committee for urging curtailment of driving and rationing based on rubber outlook. He suggests some Congress members seek public favor at war cost and moderates his earlier harsh critique.
Peter Edson muses on the mounting cost of the war, noting U S and allied expenditures near 200 billion and projecting possible totals around a trillion or more. He cites 1941-43 figures, calls for broader accounting, and jokes that the total may reach two trillion when rebuilding and pensions are included.
Ten year term named for William Foor as manager of Hotel Berry in Athens. Commencement activities at Athens Junior High School highlighted students led by class president Evelyn Hartman. New faculty arrivals include O C Bird and J P Porter with staff changes across departments at Ohio University and nearby schools.
Poet contributions from Messenger Readers present two poems about patriotism and renewal. The verses praise Old Glory and a future of courage, with signature lines by Marguerite Moore Bidwell. The piece invites readers to submit poems with name and address.
Perry County notes report auditor Pauline Mason seeking public approval to complete her late husband Willard Mason’s term with a short in between term, plus tax distributions to schools libraries and townships. Court actions include replevin suit by Richard and Helen Legg, vendor licenses issued in New Lexington and Crooksville, probate notices, and estate settlements for Elza Beard Michael Emmert and Sarah Gladden. Also listed are marriage licenses, realty transfers, and a partition suit by Blanche Morehart.
As the Blue Petrel nears port, Talcott and June clash over Webber threats while an Army immigration detail clamps down. A mysterious envelope vanishes from Cabin K amid a flamboyant crowd, and Professor Constantine hints at defense secrets linked to Formula Nine.
Crown City notes funeral services for Mrs. Manta Collins of Clippers Millis were held at Crown City Methodist Church with Rev. Oma Williams officiating. The items also mention visits by Lew is Williams and John Orr families from Columbus and other local movements including Rev. Pearl Dial’s last sermon, and several residents visiting relatives in Gallipolis Huntington and Marietta as well as recent home guests and relocations.
Miss Anna Gray of Buchtel visited seven weeks in Zanesville with sister Mrs Mat Fratts who is recovering. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Whimore joined, Mrs. Fratts later. Mrs. Mary Crawford of Sciotoville stayed with Mr. and Mrs. E L Koehler. Miss Margaret Colbert spent a week with Mr. and Mrs. Clare Colbert of Crooksville. Mrs. Will Wright traveled to Columbus where her daughter is recovering from appendicitis. Mr. and Mrs. S A Murphy visited Kent with Fred Moore family. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Turner of Columbus attended Memorial Day with Goldie Turts family. George Newman hosted Friendship Club Tuesday. Flossie Taylor of Cleveland visited Arthur Tjor. Gina, daughter of Mrs. Taylor, recently married Lowell Miller of Nelsonville. Mike Almashy family moved to Akron. Memorial Day guests included Mr. and Mrs. Earl Powell, Mrs Edna Cook, Mable Powell of Law, and Mr. and Mrs. Henry Shinger from Akron. Nelma Jean and Jimmie Sayre now live in Columbus with their father Harvey Sayre.
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