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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1944
Page
19
The Messenger lists subscription rates by carrier and region with overseas options and notes Second-Class Matter status. National reps and advertising contact points are named for Columbus Cleveland Chicago New York.
The piece critiques Mr. Biddle and the President for using armed force to seize a private business in Chicago during a war dispute over labor rights. It argues the government previously tolerated John L. Lewis and coal strikes, and calls for courts to review White House actions under the Smith-Connally Act.
The OPA reports progress in curbing black markets for gasoline and scarce goods, but many bootleggers remain active. Small networks across cities and families accumulate vast profits, undermining the war effort and imposing higher taxes on legitimate business.
The article recalls War Ration Book No 1 becoming a memory as present coupons replace the old system. Housewives adapt to new buying habits while keeping the former book as a relic and noting relief for families who once faced limited meat sugar shoes. The piece reflects on wartime controls and a shift in everyday purchases.
General MacArthur has removed himself from presidential considerations and focused on the Pacific war. He has pushed for more men and equipment, but insists politics did not drive the acceleration of aid. His aim remains the recapture of the Philippines and eventual command in the drive on Tokyo.
Peter Edson discusses growing black market labor payments under wage stabilization orders. He cites cases in Salem Ohio and West Virginia where partners and hidden hour cutbacks bypass the rules, plus upcoded upgrading of workers to higher pay. Inspectors face tough detection and tax forms may reveal illicit raises.
Ten years ago Miss Leona McColley of Clarks Chapel married Mr. Charles North of Sharpsburg in a ceremony noted in local memories. An Ohio University orchestra had eleven members chosen for the All-Ohio Intercollegiate festival at Kent State, including Helen Carpenter Amesville Frederick Mills and James Parke Athens. Children of Athens prepared for the Scooter Carnival on Lorene Avenue. The Marshfield Telephone Co transfer to Athens Home Telephone Co received approval from the Ohio Public Utilities Commission. Joy Cutler and Margaret Benedict of Ohio University traveled to Columbus for the Ohio Music Teachers Association meeting at the Deshler-Wallick Hotel.
The article notes Bevin told war workers that the D Day invasion date and timing were known to high officials but kept secret. It explains amphibious operations, airborne drops, and strategic detail intended to ensure coordination. It warns of possible mists and mysteries that could confuse the enemy but urges not to panic.
A poem by Shirley Adams from Nelsonville urges readers to buy war bonds to prevent another conflict. It links patriotism to supporting the World War II effort and protecting children’s freedom.
After a months long weather delay work restarted on the two story home of J J Morris located at 165 North Lancaster Street. Mrs G H Maxwell hosted a tenth birthday party for her granddaughter Nina Lucile Maxwell with a large guest list including Marjorie Poston Maurine Cornwell and several Maxwell family members. Dr Blaine R Goldsberry and wife entertained Sunday guests Miss Frances Hunker from Middleport at 14 W Washington St.
Fireman First Class Theo Hines and his family are spending a 10 day fur lough with relatives in Hemlock Grove. Sunday guests include Theo Hines and family and many neighbors such as Leota Hawk, Mr. and Mrs. George Heiner, and the Killinger and Midkiff families.
In Yokohama Captain Azaraski of Niji Prison plans a coup with Captain Baldwin and Tilda Courtright. Interned Americans Link Belt and Norma Greer fear a staged ride turns toward a secret operation as the trio heads toward a tunnel. Link weighs orders and military protocol amid rising suspicion.
Miss Lurene Buck and Woodrow Thomas wed in a double ring ceremony at Carthage Presbyterian near Guysville. The couple, with families present, plan to live with the groom's parents. Members and friends share updates on visits, church events, and a burial at Oak Grove Cemetery for Mrs. Benjamin Rhodes.
The column lists numerous weekend visits and guest appearances by residents and relatives across McArthur Gallipolis Athens Columbus and surrounding towns. Notable mentions include Florence Coffman in Cincinnati with her mother, Miss Gertrude Larkins in Martins Ferry visiting Maude Esmont, and Ensign Edward Kemper with Arnold Lee visiting London Derry. The Arkansas River fact is noted alongside a social section about Red Cross officers and local bridge club activities.
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