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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1945

Page

4

Subscription Rates and Mailing Details Clarified

Subscription rates list various plans including 1 year Ohio at 6.20 and outside Ohio at 10.90, with weekly and monthly options. The notice notes world wide delivery for special editions, general office locations, and that notices may be accepted by The Messenger. It references second class matter status, and mentions officials and advertising arrangements.

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Tiger hunt ends with strange teeth trade and uneasy show

A safari voyage in the Himalayas includes elephant transport of a wounded tiger. A neighbor rejects the prize teeth as worn by locals, prompting a tense exchange. A dramatic chase ends when a .30-30 rifle fires as Gingiss nearly clashes with the animal. The tiger’s pelt proves of little value.

Unity and conflict in postwar power shaping world peace

The piece argues that unity among nations is essential for durable peace, but warns that Soviet expansion and radical shifts in Britain threaten democratic influence. It contrasts capitalist democracy with state socialism, noting Russia and Germany share ruthless traits and warning against complacency as Europe restructures after World War II.

United Nations Truman America Soviet Union France Russia Pacific Japan Far East England Europe British Isles Britain Winston Churchill John Bull United States Great Britain Germany Secret Service Middle East Near East India Asia

TITE UNCOMMON MAN

Dr William C. de Vane of Yale College argues for reverence for the uncommon man and warns against the term common man. He asserts democracy thrives when individuality is honored and urges removing common man from speech to preserve dignity and freedom of personal development.

William C. de Vane Yale College de Vane

Truman faces risk as big three meet abroad amid secrecy

The article discusses President Truman's planned trip with Churchill and Stalin to an undisclosed European site, noting Stalin's past reluctance to travel, British and American leaders' desire for unity with Russia, and Congress' failure to fix presidential succession. It warns of security leaks from London and calls for clarified succession law and tighter arrangements.

Washington United States Great Britain Berlin Marshal Stal Britain Russia Marshal Stalin Truman Europe Japan Congress Houe of Representatives House Tuman Stettinie James Byrnes Eyserhower Wll America Churchall Atlee Churet London

Patton with a warmed smile lights up Edson's Washington talk

Secretary of War Slimson's dull press briefing breaks into vivid humor as Gen George S Patton joins, discussing tanks and war theory. Patton notes tanks allow soldiers to reach battle scenes, carry blankets, and keep moving, joking about cavalry, animals, and American ignorance of saddling a horse.

Washington Henry L. Slimson George S Patton

Trimble Township Urged to Boost War Bond Drive

In Trimble Township twelve remain to meet the Seventh War Loan quota with about $50,000 short after offsetting Mine 255 purchases. Leaders urge volunteer salesmen to accelerate efforts and urge unparticipated citizens to find a local bond salesman. E bonds can be cashed after 60 days, G bonds after six months, and all adults share responsibility to support the drive.

Glouster Trimble Township Foal Trimble ‘Townshin

Missionary Society Meets at Trimble Church

Shelton Missionary Society members gathered at Trimble Church of Christ hosted by Mrs. Bertine Ebbers. Zoe Herrold led worship. discussions on the Philippines via "Seven Thousand Emeralds" and the "four lights of freedom" followed. Officers elected included Eileen Leake as president and Maxine Heiser as vice president.

Glouster Bertine Ebbers Shelton Missionary Society Trimble Church Philippines Joseph Smith Islands Allen Huber Eileen Leake Maxime Heiser Eva Gooding Palmer Raymond Antle Roy Byers Zoe Iferrald Gertrude Rainey Fearl Christman Mabel Sisson Anita Hattie Sawyer Maxine Heiser Emma McClelland Kenneth Eberts C.K. Palmer

Fathers Are Honored At Church Service

The Church of Christ Sunday service honored fathers with a duet by Shela and Sally Eddy at Bible School doors. W. W. Wallace led the chorister singing as the sermon by Reverend Tigner urged fathers to fulfill their parenting duties. Floral tributes honored Cloud Clemons and Dr. EF Danford in memory.

Slouster Church of Christ Shela Sally Eddy Bible School W. W . Wallace Rerent Germany Lalla Danford EF. Danford

Meeting Called for Jacksonville Old Settlers Reunion

Guinther, chairman of the organizing committee, announces a meeting at the mayor’s office in Jacksonville Wednesday at eight. The seventh annual reunion will be bigger and better, with a program similar to past years plus new attractions, and committees will be named to begin work.

Glouster Cfl Guinther Jacksonville Matvor Pir Guinther

Glouster Catholic Ladies Study Club Notes and Guests

Glouster Tuesday evening meeting opened with club hymn creed and a program including readings by Relord Healy and John McCreanor, and "All American Dad" by Joe Wolf. Prizes were Defense stamps. next meeting June 26 with George Carter hosting. Guests at Frank Butts home included Elizabeth Butts and Dias Deal among others.

Glouster T. A. Noon Catholic Ladies Study Club John R. Clark Relord Healy John McCreanor Joe Wolf John R. Clerk America Ann Bailey Kate Bartels Gertrude Darling George Carter Elizabeth Chute William Echstenkamper Josephine He

Wounded Veteran Home for Furlough

James Andrews, wounded in Germany with shrapnel in his left wrist ear and foot, arrived home Saturday to spend a 30 day furlough with his parents Mr and Mrs John Andrews. After furlough he will be assigned to a hospital to continue treatment of his wounds.

Glouster Pfe James Andrews Wwe Germany John Andrews

Editorial Letter Warns Against Militarism And War

The Messenger publishes a June 12 1945 letter by Charles E Miller of Athens Ohio urging nations to stop teaching militarism to children. It argues that war is bred by wartime zeal and that only peace education can prevent a third world war within the next generation.

The Messenger the Messenger Cam Charles E. Miller Athens Ohio

Church Group Has Large Attendance in Glouster

Anti County Brotherhood of the Churches of Christ gathered in Glouster with broad county church presence. W W Wallace led music, a male quartet performed, solos by Richard Jones and Twila Williams, Edleen Peugh and Jayne Witham sang, Rev Eugene Brown spoke on Father’s Day.

Glouster

Allend Reese Rites In Glouster

Those from a distance who attended the funeral services of the late David Reese were: Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Kuhner and son David Clarion Pa. Mr. J. C. Reese New York City Dr. and Mrs. James G. Blower of Al ton Mrs. Helen Gadbury of Nelsonville Mr. W. P. Reese of Buckeye Lake Mrs. A. Buskirk of Chillicothe Mrs Theron Goorl son of Canton and Miss Eleanor Minister Athens

Sailor in Pacific Receives Promotion

William W. Figley, son of Supt and Mrs. Thomas W. Figley, serving in the Pacific, has been promoted to third class petty officer with the rating signal man 3-c. He completed boat training plus 16 weeks at Great Lakes and six weeks at Little Creek, Va, and is nearing his one year of service.

Glouster William W. Figley Thomas W. Figley Pacific Great Lakes Naval Training Station Little Creek

Twenty Three Youth Set for Tar Hollow Camp Week

Rev C B Tigner reports that 23 young people enrolled to spend the first week in July at Tar Hollow. Five cooks, three cabin mothers and one cabin father accompany them. Tigner serves as camp secretary and faculty member for courses offered at the camp.

Glouster C. B. Tigner Tar Hollow Tigner

Enemy Equipment To Be Tested in Indiana

Intelligence and research personnel will fly to Freeman Field in Seymour Indiana to study the latest captured enemy gear to counter German aeronautical advances. U S aircraft will be stored at the former twin engine training school for historical purposes. Colonel May Killed Guam UP Col Edwin T Max of the 383rd Regiment 86th Army Division was killed by machine gun fire June 5.

Dayton Freeman Field Seymour Ind Japan Air Technical Service Command Wright Field U. S May Guam Edwin T. Max 86Th Army Shuri Line Okinawa

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