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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1943
Page
8
The piece argues a broad national tax is needed to fund wartime financing. It critiques public sentiment against levies, notes the income and corporate taxes will rise, and stresses the political difficulty of enacting new taxes while urging unified public support for war bonds and a nationwide drive.
The War Department plans releasing about 100000 civilian workers in six months as expansion ends. Government ownership of shipyards, plants, mills, and transport facilities has grown, creating unemployment risk postwar. Citizens must weather the shifts, with some fearing renewed government dominance and a potential second New Deal.
New Orleans undertakes civilian defense led price control enforcement by urging block groups to obtain pledges from households to follow rationing rules and report violations. Officials say popular snooping is unlikely but broad cooperation could make rationing workable. The aim is to boost knowledge and help citizens apply it in daily life.
The labor reform bill, a modified Smith proposal, clears conference, with Sen Connally and Rep Smith backing it. It would require a 30 day notice before strikes and maintain the right to strike, while expanding War Labor Board authority and tying it to the Wage and Hour Law, a test of Roosevelt's stance on wartime labor disputes.
The piece discusses British leadership Andrew Churchill and Eden shaping postwar policy, with Eden’s Washington trip to gauge American stance and reassure Labour about wartime unity. It notes Russia and De Gaulle issues, and portrays Eden as a younger liberal poised to take larger roles if health permits. The outlook highlights cross Atlantic coordination for a postwar coalition.
LEDA SAMS argues in a Public Forum that democracy endures beyond war and must persist despite calls for centralized rule. She contends wartime urgency tests liberty, but the younger generation and future lawmakers will uphold democratic government.
War coverage discusses Allied plans on Pantelleria and broader invasion of Europe. It notes preliminary bombardment, amphibious strategy, and cautious tempo ahead of major landings. Predictions include Pantelleria and potential Liberate moves toward Lampefusa, Sicily, and Sardinia under controlled, methodical Allied command.
The fragment discusses submarine savagery and the Centaur hospital ship sinking in Australian waters. It notes Lanatin as a base for intriente and facial products, mentions Saint wool, and asks about the lighthouse with the highest candle power in the United States at Navesink New Jersey, comparing it to Hill ex.
Rutland Garden Club hosted a May gathering at Meir Harold Stierpear Langit’s home with members and guests. An insect paper on Coaxing Birds into the Teron was presented by Sire Floyd Thoman and Sra Anna Miler in Sire’s absence, followed by business where offers for the coming year were discussed. Delicious refreshments closed the event as members exchanged news of neighbors and travels.
Weary housewives urged to join nationwide bottle return drive starting June 25 1959. Governor Becker emphasizes cooperation with dealers to conserve resources and reduce waste. Millions of empty deposit bottles are collected and redirected to support conservation efforts.
A journalist recounts moving north from Manila to Clark Field on December 2 to assess Allied air strength after Japanese landings at Lingayen Gulf. He details chaotic streets, halted phones, and mass retreat toward Baguio, with Filipino civilians and scattered defenses as Japanese forces press toward Manila.
Henderson social notes recount visitors and hospital visits including Mrs Harry Daugherty and Mrs George Nutter in Gal lipolis on Wednesday, Mrs Hugh Daugherty in Holzer Hospital with eye infection, and the post office move to the Gibson property now owned by Dr 3A Diddle. Other items mention Huntington visits, local illness, social calls, and a brief note on a heart ailment.
Minandre reports numerous birthdays and family visits in Kyser and nearby towns. Simms family celebrations include Elfard and Stanley with relatives. Mentioned are J P Bradbury, Gertrude Rupe and Me Gertiensore visiting parents, plus references to Trust Hlumbolt Kansas. Nearby residents Werner family of Aleport and ME Mig Charles share Sunday visits.
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