Comment on News by Raymond Clapper in The Athens Messenger
Clapper argues against simplistic Axis alignment and urges cautious US policy. He notes Senator Pepper’s stance on Cape Verde, Portugal, and potential effects of seizing territories. He discusses Wheat to France, Vichy disclosures, and gasoline to Japan, urging readers to weigh official judgments and avoid quick conclusions.
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Leadership and economic warfare in the war effort
The piece deplores U S indecision in WWII urging decisive White House leadership. It argues for using economic powers, exports control, and a united front to aid Britain, warn of Nazi expansion, and counter Fifth Columnists while Hitler’s victory threats loom.
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Hitler
United States
Britain
England
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Latin Americas
North Atlantic
Carelessness With Cigarette Stubs Sparks Concern
An editorial laments careless disposal of lighted cigaret stubs and fires. It cites thousands of burned acres in Southern Ohio, roadside trash, and home losses, urging both men and women to use ash trays and avoid leaving smoldering embers.
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Washington Scene Review Reflects War Tension in Capitol
Peter Edson notes heat and political strain as Washington buzzes with urgent talk of war. The President cancels a press conference and key appointments falter while heated exchanges erupt in both houses over policy. The article quotes lawmakers pushing intervention, aviation funding, and promises from industry leaders.
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We Begin to Help and the War Plane Output
The piece notes April American aircraft production at 1 493 planes including 1 415 military with about half trainers and half fighters. It cites transfers to Britain and allies and compares raid scale with Germany. It ends reflecting on wartime resolve and economic strain.
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Britain
Public Forum on What To Do About World War Danger
The piece cites publisher Gordon Jush noting we lack clear action on foreign wars. It debates eradicating Hitler versus risking entanglement, contrasting American ideals with Britain’s sea power, and mentions India’s longtime opposition to British policies.
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Raitsville Social Notes Reflect Local Views on War
Athens May 12 readers voice mixed opinions on Britain Germany and US policy. Letters from Dorothy McDonald and others urge unity and warning about dangers of global conflict while noting local reports of families in service and community events in RensimaciovindE and nearby towns.
Athens News Roundup: sports losses and local events
Nelsonville High School Greyhounds lose their third straight 14 4 to Plain High. The Chilmers Alumnae Civ hosts a dinner at the Hil ton. Dr Otto Mees of Capital University speaks at a joint Athens Columbus luncheon. Twenty years ago five nurses graduated from Athens State Hospital. The Child's Conservation League hosts a hostess at 34 W Washington. The Adolescent Boy studied at a meeting. Current venta Club members attend at Superintendent Stailey home with a brief program.
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Child's Conservation League
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Run to the mine road under flood and reunion
In a feverish escape, Bob finds Carolyn running to him along a winding old mine road. He embraces her amid human procession as officials take charge and they plan a quiet ride away to think, sharing a brief meal before facing the aftermath of the flood.
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Bob
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Bia
Romance on the Edge of War Ends with Hopeful Union
After a deadly explosion, Bob Hale and Carolyn recount their escape and confess deep feelings. They plan a year of rest in the Pacific Northwest, a sea voyage to Mexico City, and a renewed life together, vowing secrecy about past dangers.
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Ten Palmer
Schoenfeld Laboratory
West Way
Carolyn
Pacific
Northwest
Mexico City
Bob Hale
Tonto Mountain
Iike
Alfred Social And Personal
Alfred and personal notes describe visits and illnesses in the community. Residents including Mrs. Mabel Swarts, Darsel Bentz, Murray Hopkins, the Knight family, and Malcolm Bentz are mentioned with travel and hospital visits. Local families and extended relatives share illness and caregiving updates from Parkersburg to Dutch Ridge.
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Mabel Swarts
Columbus
James Arnon
Darsel Bentz
Bernice Hawk
Hemlock Stove
Murray Hopkins
Ravenna
Lary
Gary Knight
Tuppers Plains
Grace Swarts
Will Bentz
Em Robinson
Pocahontan County
Jomner ‘Connelly
Parkersburg
Sybil Russel
Dave Russell
Malcoln Bentz
Alefred
Tuy Pisin
Guy Dean
Blanche
Walking along a travel worn road and a lost child
A poem fragment from Oet's Corner reflects on a ragged child with golden ringlets and a motherless, forsaken life. The speaker laments the lack of care and imagines a sweeter, just existence for the child, contrasting innocence with grim surroundings. The verse ends with a plea to acknowledge the child's plight.
Misplaced North Star Hints at Pole Proposal
The fragment notes a mislocated star near the north point and mentions hundreds of small stars near the pole while highlighting the closest star visible to the naked eye.
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