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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1940
Page
4
Opinion by Runinens W warns against neglecting national defense for social gains. It argues productivity determines living standards and that arming requires redirecting labor to weapons, possibly lowering civilian comforts. Cites France's Labor government sacrificing defense for higher wages and shorter hours, with costly consequences.
Athens parents face the risky task of keeping children from the Hocking River and its snags and whirlpools. The river and its tributaries hide peril for youth swimmers with deep holes and shifting channels from seasonal rains. Athens rescue squads remain vigilant as drownings still occur despite expert efforts.
A wartime column counsels against excessive anxiety over the war. Medical journals report more mental health cases in the last two months, likely from despondent brooding among younger men and women. The piece urges staying informed without despair and notes that moods beyond control harm individuals and society.
Raymond Clapper warns in a Washington column that the United States faces a radically altered global environment. He argues for flexible policy, economic unity in the hemisphere, and readiness to meet ruthless foreign competition while debating party strategies and the direction of trade, tariffs, and national strategy.
Bruce Catton surveys the high stakes struggle over amending the Wagner Act as reform battles move from the House to the Senate. He notes shifts in AFL CIO positions, partisan maneuvering, and the likelihood of a five member board while urging calm, steady work amid ongoing political skirmishing.
The article advises June graduates to emphasize practical skills beyond degrees, noting employers seek ability to influence, analyze, and decide. It discusses cooperative work programs, career planning, and the value of real experience through internships and quarter or half year work terms integrated with college study.
Fire damage drains $6,000 from stables at Hocking County Fairgrounds. News recalls twenty years past with Harding’s presidential candidacy, a brick road completion between Athens and Nebanville, and a mine explosion at Hocking Valley Coal Company where James Murray was injured. Theodore Sharpe, 13, saved Helena Antoinette, 11, from drowning after a swing rope slipped into deep water.
Mr Guy Watson of E Jones comments on Charles Lindberghs stance arguing the US should aid France and England with military strength while avoiding costly entanglements. He warns Germany will not forget US Allied help and questions trade treaty viability if the war widens.
Murray City social notices list multiple visits and greetings across towns. Names include Mr and Mrs James Thomas and Mr Mix Dave Groves of Columbus, Mr James Thomas of Logan, and others visiting relatives in Athens Logan and The Plains. Several local residents were guests or travelers, with hospital and nursing training notes.
Francie pursues a Hollywood ticket with Gusty as they drive to a field and share a tender moment. Gusty resists gifting the ticket, doubting the plan, while Francie dreams of stardom and a future in films. The night deepens their tension as a possible confession hovers.
Shade Social And Personal items report the election of officers for the coming year at the high school auditorium with Mrs. Hazel Creamer as president and Robert Bobo as vice president among others. The column also notes visits, musical numbers, and social events in Athens Kirkerwise Richmond Dublin and Galopolis, plus the estate administration for John Shreiner with Viola Plymale as administrator.
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