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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1942
Page
6
A faded notice lists subscription rates for Ohio and outside states, with per-week and annual prices for mail and carrier delivery. It also notes publication details, associations, and a Milton quotation about liberty.
Raymond Clapper argues limited gains from new pipelines during World War II. He notes Roosevelt’s study of pipelines, steel shortages, and the priority of munitions and shipyards. He predicts gradual gas rationing, favoring public transport and restricted auto use to support the war effort.
The piece argues that Lord Gort warned of equipping forces for a major war and notes the growing American contingent in the UK. It stresses urgency of sustaining Arctic convoys to Murmansk and Archangel to aid the Red Army, warning that a premature second front west could endanger these vital supplies and stall Russia’s fight against Nazi Germany.
The gasoline shortage, starting in the eastern seaboard, is likely to spread nationwide with only oil-rich areas exempt. Eastern politicians demand redistribution of tank cars barges and pipelines, while observers note some merit in a broader sacrifice. Eastern civilians face dwindling three gallons a week as reserves shrink and relief appears unlikely in the near term.
Analysis of two million men rejected for heart concerns shows about 100 000 actually had real cardiovascular flaws. Most rejections stemmed from nervousness or excitement rather than genuine pathology. Re-examinations under different conditions often found no real trouble. Remember Bataan Corregidor and the Coral Sea.
Peter Edson notes a shift from toy weapons to complete Army equipment in summer and fall drills. He highlights secretive, near-rehearsal task-force maneuvers and discusses rationing politics, First Lady Frankl in press access, and the Manpower Commission’s setup under McNutt with Arthur Altmeyer and Fowler Harper steering policy.
Cast members Lois Devol Juanita Lines Charles Finsterwald Clifford Scott Gerald McCreary Bill Nelson Benny Sterling Phyllis Robson Ray Sayers performed in Nelsonville Senior Class play Tommy at Memorial Auditorium Ohio University. Rabbi Jacob Tarshish spoke there. Bobby Mills celebrated sixth birthday with 12 playmates. Jimmie Westfall turned four.
Glouster High School teacher Miss Zelda Clark left for home before sailing on July 17 for destinations including Italy Spain and France. A surprise party at Richland Ave home for Mrs. Kinney honored her sister Mrs. A A Robinson with dancing records listed such as Kitten on the Keys and Oh Gee Oh Gosh. Women’s silk hose advertised at prices from 1.39 to 3.50 in varying styles.
Birthday celebrations for Betty Lou and Freddie Lee McCutcheon were held at home with fourteen guests. Local residents and travelers visited friends in Coolville and Troy, with multiple social calls noted at area homes and gatherings. People from Athens Marietta Huntington Parkersburg and Columbus were listed as guests or visitors, including several named families and individuals.
Mr and Mrs Meade Smeltzer have returned from Logan West Virginia to operate the Farmer's Hotel in the produce commission district. He is a son of Mr and Mrs Peter Smeltzer former operators of the hotel.
Kimberly residents share greetings as troops are stationed worldwide including Australia Canada Honolulu Alaska and Iceland. Local service lists reflect families with members at Wright Field Fort Knox and other sites. Forest fire danger runs high with 42 fire response calls and 26 fires suppressed this spring. Permits required for outdoor burning and no burning before 4 pm amid investigations and possible arrests.
Field supervisor for emergency feed and seed loans LOGAN Clarence Fealty will be at the Hocking County extension office on Tuesday May 26. James R. Smoot agent announces Fealty will answer questions on seed loans and review loan applications during the visit.
Four visitors arrive on Abias Island where Bill Talcott manages a chemical firm. Hal Halsey seizes control, a clash erupts with Captain Jackson and the crew, MacDowell is wounded, and two refugees are found among the smuggler’s cargo as Talcott remains a passive observer.
Carbon Hill senior class held its annual class night program in the high school auditorium. Commencement exercises will be held Friday night. The list of graduating seniors includes Ruth Parry Dorothy Dawley Fern DeVol Mary Roegge Dorothy Shirer Bernice Shultz Edna Dye Avis Waugh Helen McMaraway Virginia Sharb Ruth Leachman Josephine Horn Alice Smith David Devol John Devol John Bartow Robert Briley Mickey Easterling Joe Shelton Arthur Deer Dana Griffin Don Thomas Frank Shaw and others. The Band Boosters Club meets Wednesday at 7 p m with a potluck supper after the session.
Congo notes eightgrade pupil Wilda Ketcham placed in the upper one per cent on the state test. Helen Kader Belva Raskey and Gladys Breeze win honorable mention. Helen Kader and Mary Almashy receive perfect attendance certificates. Monroe Township eighth grade commencement set for Monday May 25 at 8 p.m. in Congo School Auditorium. Nina Davis is the grade teacher and principal. Mrs Frank Vargo Congo and Miss Nina Davis Hemlock recently received talking letters from Elbert Vargo at Fort Slocum and his location is now known.
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