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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1938
Page
4
Fragmentary obituary and public notice text mentions John W. Cullen Company with offices in Chicago New York Detroit Cleveland and references main and foreign offices and post office class matter under Act of 1918.
The piece argues pacifist aims to reduce war profits are sensible but doubts the Hill Sheppard proposal truly tampers profits or burdens. It warns of possible autocratic powers, draft, price fixing, and media control, urging a real war profits‑control measure and sane congressional action.
Ambassador Daniels criticizes Cordell Hull policy after Lazaro Cardenas nationalizes 11 U.S. oil holdings in Mexico. Losses reach about 250 million for Americans and 200 million for British investors. He says the State Department was caught napping and warns of long-term business harm. He notes pressure for government intervention but claims the policy allows no direct action. Rumors say indemnification will be scant and a nickname shift to Uncle Sucker emerges.
The piece argues that fascism appeals to unemployed and discontented citizens when government seems inert. It contends Americans with jobs ignore fascism, while business discontent and inaction nourish growing attraction to Nazism and Hitler. It urges proactive policy to reassure business and address unrest.
In Washington the State Department defers to fair compensation for Mexican expropriation of American oil properties valued at 250 million dollars. Sumner Welles says US will support due process and fair pay, while negotiations with Mexico could drag. Cardenas is seen as honest yet potentially misled by advisers, with fears of selling oil cheaply to Germany, Italy, or Japan if policy remains.
Washington columnist Raymond Clapper reviews the TVA removal dispute centering on whether TVA board members are executive or quasi judicial. He traces Myers and Humphrey rulings and notes TVA law lacks clear limits beyond general removal provisions.
The United States reports 3,787,868 veterans applied for bonus certificates with about 30,000 still eligible. Certificates remain redeemable until January 1940. All but 71,862 have exchanged for bonds or received payments. Unclaimed bonds after 1945 will reduce the public debt by about $80 million.
A Skidmore College student asserts the North Pole is named for its discoverer Marco Polo. The remark prompts speculation that Mussolini could seize the territory on that basis.
A compact observation notes that European dictators often pursue aims beyond the stated ultimatums, shaping broader strategic goals. It underscores the discrepancy between harsh demands and deeper political ambitions in the continent’s authoritarian posture.
A long letter column discusses thinking, morality, family roles, church, and societal responsibility. The piece urges active parenting, Christian virtue, and community help, while contrasting radio worship with in-person fellowship and criticizing sensationalism. It includes views on international events and social relief.
A London taxicab driver typically completes paying for his cab in about ten years. The figure reflects standard vehicle costs and driver earnings during the period.
Constance Maidwell arrives with Dr. Rogers in California and resists going to the Thorvald ranch. Rogers urges her to help the troubled Thorvalds, while Derek Manthon, the artist, readies a portrait as Constance contemplates her Camilla Wynne impersonation and looming test with the Thorvalds.
Ten years ago the Ath ens High School faculty held a dinner at Mr. F. E. Harshman’s home on West State Street for their wives. The women and husbands served themselves, with O. L. Wood and Dowell in charge of the kitchen. Servers included John Newcomb and others, and Mrs. Clara A. Bailey won a prize in a $50,000 essay contest on why the modern laundry should do our washing.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Parker of W State St announce a son born Sunday March 24. Mr and Mrs J C Briggs of Columbus announce a daughter Betty Ann born Tuesday March 19. Mrs Briggs is daughter of Mr and Mrs F J Beasley of Elmwood Place.
The committee appointed to take charge of the layette department of the local Red Cross consists of Mrs. J. H. Preston, Mrs. J. T. Merwin, Mrs. E. C. Schloss, Mrs. Alonzo Palmer, Mrs. F. D. Forsyth, Mrs. Emma Batin, and Miss Alexander.
Ward I reported 16540.90 dollars Ward II 12109.50 dollars Ward III 17365.20 dollars and Ward IV 10750.95 dollars. The figures reflect district allocations within the Athens War Chest and outline period sums for each ward.
The statement notes that modern human chins appeared gradually over a long evolutionary period, with estimates suggesting tens of thousands of years of development. It highlights the chin as a later human-specific feature arising through gradual anatomical changes rather than a sudden emergence.
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