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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1943
Page
4
The Athens Messenger announces its publication details and rates. It notes weekday editions, a Sunday morning issue, publisher and editor roles, and Associated Press affiliation. Subscription prices for mail and carrier delivery are listed for various terms and servicemen.
Secretary Knox warns that American naval losses in personnel and material are ahead as the United States prepares to dominate the seas. He says Pearl Harbor was only a sample and that mass manpower, shipyards, and air and submarine crews will be needed for a longer war at sea. The Pacific campaign is just beginning and land offensives have only started.
The piece notes a shift in American eating habits due to wheat surpluses and rising grain use. With rationing easing, bread, cereals, and grain products gain prominence while dairy, fruits, meats, and vegetables face tighter supplies. Mills run at high capacity as households revisit traditional menus including biscuits cornbread and griddle cakes.
Canada plans to forego half of 1942 earned income taxes, a move seen in Washington as a possible pay as you go compromise for the United States. The Rum Plan aims to abate taxes for 1942 to avoid two years in one. With March 15 near, Congress remains split and taxpayers face a historic tax mixup.
The fall of Rzhev ends a two year German push toward Moscow and may force Hitler to abandon eastern offensives. American analysts view the withdrawal as a major blow to Nazi hopes and a turning point for Soviet defense with Moscow seemingly secure for now.
David Lawrence argues that New Deal proponents smear Congress to erode wartime legislative power. He warns that bi partisan support is required to override vetoes and that independent lawmakers should re assert their constitutional role. He cautions against executive overreach and urges public confidence in democratic institutions.
The column argues that complex postwar issues demand an international framework like the United Nations. It urges using organized deliberation over force and supports the Shotwell Commission’s call for a practical, humane system to settle disputes and restrain aggressors.
An ongoing business deal in Chesterhill concludes March 1 with Arthur F. Patterson selling his one half interest in the Main Street tile building and stock to Standard Supply Company of McConnelsville. The item notes Patterson’s long local leadership, past fire damage in 1894, and changes in ownership and staff ahead of a move to defense work in nearby Michigan.
Portland residents share news of military and civilian life including Private Charles R Larson of Camp Shelby hospitalized for a broken collar bone from an accident. Numerous relocations occur as Millioan and Sharp families move to U S Lock Nos. 20 and 21 with Sharp to fill Millioan’s post. Other updates note illnesses, travel, and visits among local families.
Mr and Mrs Nathan Easler of Jacksonville celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary. George and George Shamel of Athens host a surprise birthday party for daughters Georgia and Audrey. Prof and Mrs S H Bing of Athens drive to Texas and Arizona. The new American Legion Building in Glouster houses the post office, moved from Press Publishing. East Side School program features Billy Rowland Juanita McGrath and others.
Theo dore Rympa’s Holstein topped Athens County Cow Testing Association for February. Athens Lodge of 1.C.C.F. attended Higley Men’s Bible Class at Christian Church. Guests included Mrs. J. A. Miller and Mrs. O. R. Faris with daughter Helen Jane of Pomeroy. Henry Zenner of Athens returned from weeks in Florida. Athens Board of Education included George Whipple, L. J. Addicott, Mrs. C. T. Moore, Dr. L. G. Bean, A. B. Roe.
Pat Friday begins soaring training with Jimmy Carr and Loraine Stuart as they travel to Elmira. She earns solo status after a nine minute tow and 5000 foot ascent, then returns to headquarters to face a flirtatious rival and a planned pay off.
In a Q and A, naval vessels named after rivers include oilers, birds cover minesweepers and submarine rescue ships, mythological characters point to repair ships. After a round in poker you may not cut before another round. card rotation must stay. You do not surrender ration stamps when dining out as restaurants are rationed by meals served from processed foods totals.
Blue Lake notes move and family updates. The Cofers relocate to the Blue Lake farm of the Cottrills after losing their home to fire. Local families, travel, and military postings are reported with many moves, visits, and illnesses noted from Huntington to Gallipolis and beyond.
Fragmentary text indicates lights and buildings go out in Athens area at 9 40 with widespread blackouts. The readable parts mention streets and a plant and urban disruption without clear details on cause or duration.
Zaleski social items report residents attending the Vinton County basketball tournament in McArthur over the weekend. Others planned moves include the Price family preparing to relocate to Dayton, with Harvey Burke taking over janitorial duties and school bus driving. The column lists visitors from Germantown and Columbus, church service details, and several local greetings and retirements.
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