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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1940
Page
4
The Athens Messenger traces its establishment in 1825 with Frederick W. Bush as publisher from 1896 to 1929. It lists the Athens Post Office, daily weekday publication, and notes Bureau of Circulation and second class mail status.
The article surveys weekly wages by sector with Agriculture 23.50, Manufacturing 27, Transportation 29, Mercantile 50. It argues a Mars-like chooser would rank jobs by pay, yet true desirability is shaped by money, hours, and independence, as Rhodes notes. It posits market salaries reflect value and allocate rewards accordingly.
American business gains in South America as exports to the region rise from 18.7 million to 38.6 million dollars from January 1939 to January 1940 while imports grow modestly. The piece notes Pan American solidarity boosting trade with Britain, France, the Netherlands and Scandinavia and urges preserving the South American market for postwar opportunities.
The piece argues West Union Street paving completes a trio of approaches to Athens with two new routes plus a dangerous Lancaster Street entry. It notes improvements from the east and south, calls for action on Courtney Hill, and warns Lancaster Street’s blind turn remains hazardous and outdated despite visible progress and traffic.
The article critiques James H. Cromwell for publicly voicing personal opinions on Germany and the Allies, arguing such statements are unfit for a diplomat. It contrasts private restraint with public stance and notes the influence of wealth on diplomatic voices.
Postmaster General Farley declares his name will be presented at Chicago as a candidate against a Roosevelt third term if pursued, signaling a split within the Democratic Party alongside Vice President Garner's opposition. The piece notes Farley’s frustrations with Roosevelt and the risk of a party explosion unless Roosevelt does not run.
Hendrik Van Loon argues democracy grew from a long arc of history. Feudal violence once protected merchants and trade, leading to city republics in Italy that resembled Greek democracies but served the well to do. The common man gained power only after forming unions or guilds.
The report claims Italy completed frontier fortifications in opposition to the Reich. Death Valley Scotty boasts of a hidden $100,000, while California’s pick-and-shovel industry is mentioned. The piece contrasts Jones’ election with old Louisiana days and questions American willingness to die for the British Empire.
A column debunks the belief that children of late marriages are healthier or more intelligent. It notes no scientific basis, cites maternal age effects on childbirth, and argues environment and health, not parent age, shape a child’s abilities. It also dismisses claims of genius tied to older parents using examples like Franklin and Caruso.
The column explains origins of the violin bow frog term from German Frosch and clarifies leap year rules with examples. It notes Germany left the World Court in 1933, and describes typical National Youth Administration wages and Panama Canal transit times and records.
The record lists Isaac Blizzard paying 1 dollar 25 cents in 1828 for Olive Township Meigs County taxes. Blizzard owned 80 acres valued at 300 dollars with 29.68 dollars due on the remaining 67 acres. a fire caused 200 dollars damage at an ice storage building on South High Street Glouster. Twenty years ago John Duckworth’s Nelsonville home burned, prompting questions on water supply. An Athens County Harding for President club formed with 384 members. Numerous precinct and ward chairmen listed.
Messenger Readers submit a long tribute poem praising a grandmother from Ohio. The verse reflects a devout, hardworking mother figure who endured loss and aging with faith. It includes explicit name and hometown, JANIS M. WATTS of Gallipolis, Ohio.
Irene claims relation as Ann Brown confronts a missing watch and inherited watch marks. Mr Temple learns Ann may be Pete Temple’s heir as clues surface about a lost family past and a possible cousin link. The scene ends with a cliffing tease of next chapter.
Mr. and Mrs. Felix Dorsey and daughter visited the Brooks and Pugh families and attended a March 19 birthday dinner for Grace Whaley of Darwin. Several neighbors from Albany Harrisonville Vinton Chauncey and nearby areas shared visits and gatherings with local residents.
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