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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1946
Page
4
A national discussion erupts after Justice Jackson reveals details of Supreme Court operations. Critics urge resignation while others defend transparency. The piece questions court independence, potential political influence on labor cases, and the possibility of constitutional reform to remove justices.
Marcia Beach faces a moral conflict as Lieutenant Ted Allison nears deployment. Nurse Sally and Dr Hallock manage the delicate hospital scene while Marcia and her mother weigh a wartime marriage. The couple plan a private ceremony in the ward pending approval, with Marcia assigning her bridal bouquet to Sally as a gesture.
The piece argues that executive authority is needed to address national economic strain and price controls, warning that without strong action the nation risks dictatorship and loss of individual rights. It critiques OPA like agencies and calls for a choice between security through centralized power and liberty with risks.
The piece argues government ownership would force unions into opposition with 140 million people and the President, ending negotiations and leaving labor without representation. It says private industry fosters direct ties, while government operation creates a public enemy dynamic, ending essential dialogue and forcing workers back to duty.
The piece argues that price controls distort petroleum markets and hinder production. It notes that while wartime controls can be justified in limited cases, they often reduce productivity and employment. It highlights rising costs and restricted access to new reserves as factors shaping policy debates.
Peter Edson notes a House subcommittee seeks a month‑long probe into business concentration, sparked by wartime power shifts. He warns prior anti monopoly efforts failed, urges clear aims and warns reconversion lags as big firms remain dominant.
A discussional note urges vigilance against secret or un American activities undermining US life. It advocates using advertisements and community channels to influence public opinion and expose propaganda. Jessie Lor eo is mentioned as part of the discussion and calls for civic engagement.
Local column lists numerous residents visiting friends and relatives in nearby towns. Names include Stella Burns Estella Weatherburn Bertha Sanborn Adda Smitt Mary Evans Jennie Rober Murray City residents and guests are noted with travel to Columbus Glouster Nelsonville and Canton for church events family visits and weekend gatherings.
Stewart residents and families are listed visiting relatives and hosting gatherings. Names include Vester Coxle, P Taxier, Frazier Lancaster, Mars Minear, Sima Tou, Nelson Gliser, Bettie Barnes, Dick Barnes, Bettie Richland Station, Frank Barn Fhurschin, Margaret Ogg, Neil Petty, Leslie Petty, Fred Shaw, Ruth Winner. Community WSCS hosted at Mrs Moore’s home.
The column records activities around Campfire and Court of Reid events, Ohio scout leaders visiting Sta 5 at the Boys Scout Court of Reid in connection with the Scout ersburg, and mentions Goldie Strawn teaching at Rocky River High School summering in Athens. It also notes a twenty years ago snapshot with Betty Jones hosting Dorothy Daley’s California farewell, and Joe Schwendelman earning a heavy college workload at Ohio University while working at Athenian restaurant.
Albany social notes report Doris Hufford visiting Dayton parents Alr. and Mrs. Frank Radcliffe. Lucile Wingett and Joan Crossen visit Dayton. Mrs. Charles Parker visited in Columbus with son Kenneth Sisson family. Woodrow Barnes went to Lima for work. Mrs. Wilard Michael of Columbus visits her mother C. L. Ross. Carrie Hall Club of Albany Grange met at Grange Hall on June 13. July meeting to be at Mrs. Elsie Walsh’s home. Arthur Gandin of Albany RD has word from Forrest Meighen Barberton that son William E. Mirzhen, Navy, is ill in a New York hospital. Forrest Meichen and wife recently visited their son there. waht.
Blake has gone to Ypsilanti Michigan to be employed. Mrs. Alice Clark and daughter Mildred and Ted Hildare of Racine were Monday dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Robert Randolph. Mrs Logan Ice and daughters Maxine and Normagene and Miss Lotus Kim shopped in Parkersburg Wednesday. Robert Randolph and Monroe Foster attended the funeral of Mr Thomas Friday in Marietta. Mr and Mrs Charles Lumbatis of Columbus are visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Carl Medley.
Amesville area news notes visits and calls occur as Mrs Homer Morehead and Mr and Mrs Herman Pierce travel to Chattanooga to visit a relative. Denzil Robinson injured at a coal mine near Lathrop. Rex Quinn awaits furlough after overseas service and re enlistment. church night at Presbyterian Church drew about 45 attendees as gifts were given to Rev and Mrs Tenney before their departure.
Haydenville area notes recount meetings of the Kings Daughters Sunday School class at Mrs. Harry Swain's home and the 4-H Club groups at advisory homes. Attendees include Miss Nellie Ohlinger Louise Ohlinger Nora Skiver Gertrude Ginther Virgil Smith X Geihart Walter Swaim Kenneth Chaffin and others. Social visits are noted with plans to attend a 4-H Officers and Advisors Conference at Logan and local family visits.
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