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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1945
Page
3
Meigs County residents surpassed the stated quota in the recent Red Cross drive, while local efforts and community actions continue. The note details farm meat rules for 1945 including slaughter limits, permit requirements, and pricing guidance for farmers under OPA regulations.
Dr P M Meigs County Red Cross Chair announces $15 357 29 raised toward a National Red Cross quota of 15 200 00 plus local totals from districts including Pomeroy Middleport Racine Chester Rutland Bedford Enterprise and others The list shows varied contributions and final totals expected to exceed the target Also notes a birthday celebration for Mrs Charles Brooks of Liberty Lane marking 78th year with family and gifts set ahead of Mother's Day.
Farmers who slaughter or have animals slaughtered for sale as meat in their neighborhoods must obtain a Class 3 Slaughterer's permit through their local War Price and Rationing Board. Slaughter plans before May 15 require immediate permits. plans after May 15 require permits by July 1.
Middleport Rotary Club heard Frank Phillips recount the life of M. G. Brown past president Class 12 of the hens district. Floyd Spence of the local gas company led the program and spoke on training employees during the war crisis and public relations. Guests included the Rev H A Rothrock and Clarence Root a Navy petty officer on leave.
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