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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1942
Page
4
Fragmentary Athens Messenger text presents a Milton quotation about liberty and freedom of thought. The readable portion references a call to cherish the right to know think and speak freely as a core liberty, echoing classical authorial sentiment.
In wartime regions hope grows that synthetic rubber from oil and gas will sustain production after conflict ends. US oil by-products may yield exSalient rubber, while coal fuels chemicals, plastics, and dyes for peacetime markets. Utilization of coal in Southeastern Ohio could raise living standards as new peaceful roles for coal emerge.
The piece argues price ceilings distort costs in labor and farm goods, citing that retailers face rising costs and shrinking profits. It warns fixed ceilings will push inflation higher, urging subsidies to dealers to avoid hurting labor and farmers. It likens inflation to weeds that worsen if not fully uprooted.
The piece argues inflation can be fought by purchasing War Bonds as the government plans to borrow about 35 billion dollars next year. It warns reliance on banks could raise inflation, stressing that selling bonds to the public creates savings and lowers civilian spending, encouraging Americans to buy bonds to support the economy and keep prices down.
Quote heavy editorial argues grain farmers misdirect efforts toward rubber and munitions. It claims petroleum outperforms grain for synthetic rubber, while grain could supply high proof alcohol from molasses and free sugar for food. Cites Emerson on art and notes kitchen items.
Peter Edson surveys a whimsical wartime piece describing tiny Gremlins that haunt RAF aircraft. The column explains their mischievous yet morale-boosting role, naming Widgets and Fifinella as baby and female forms, and notes how such myths spread across Allied forces to ease psychological strain.
Wartime guidance outlines steps to preserve vehicles long term. It covers draining fuel, preserving the battery, protecting radiator and tires, and keeping the engine coated with lard, plus instructions on spark plugs, carburetor, and cleanliness. It stresses storing in a cool, dry place and covering the body with paper.
A community message urges broad backing for price enforcement laws to curb inflation. Vivian Donaldson and others advocate boycotts on March levels, stressing wartime ties, shared sacrifice, and the need for government action to keep prices down and tax burdens manageable. The piece links retail pricing to national welfare and urges collective restraint.
Dan A Bardin chaired the Victory Dinner at Hotel Berry as State Senator L J Eberle spoke. Faye Campelli of Logan won the Women’s League scholarship prize, with Ann Matheny of Athens among the top three. Dolores Phelps, Bernice Kayser, and Mildred Murphy were listed among the top twenty.
Personal and social items note the Hsicomb family and relatives visiting Albany on Wednesday night. Names include Mrs A Turner and several Nicholeon family members. A Teaurel Grange meeting occurred, with Ronald and Dem Whitington attending Columbia Grange social events Saturday night.
Long Bottom notes mark the 942 graduates at Chester High with James Marinko and Kathleen Prince. Local residents travel to Pittsburgh and Racine for events. several families relocate, attend meetings, or announce births. Mrs. Perry Curtis announces a daughter due May 12. Visitors, meals, and social calls fill the week as others move or attend gatherings.
A fragmented diary style scene shows Bill Talcott and companions aboard a launch leaving Talcott’s island, with tensions among Halsey MacDowell and June Paterson. Martha Swenson’s changing attitude toward Talcott signals possible trouble, while memories of New York summers reveal personal undercurrents. The group debates landing, immigration, and meals as the voyage continues toward an office transfer.
A fragmentary poem fragment references tea from Japan and upland land, tasting freedom, potatoes, and a desire to hold land forever. The piece mentions Liberty, death, and the right to live or be free, attributed to Bessie M. Gorsiend.
Chester Brief News Notes review upcoming events at Chester High School including the annual banet and dance at the auditorium with dancing led by Bill Anderson orchestra and notes on local club and church activities. New officers are elected for the year with Mrs Eldon Gaul as president and Mrs Cecil Nelson as treasurer. Memorial Day ice cream and cake sale funds to buy a church door.
Mr and Mrs Harold Kimes and daughter Betty of Parkersburg along with Robert Swartz of Columbus and Thin Fay Swartz of Athens were Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs Dana Swartz. Miz and Mrs Landis Cook recently sold their farm and moved to a farm at Vinton. Lee Henderson and Charley Betring attended an AAA meeting at Pomeroy. Lester Van Meter was a business visitor in Pomeroy. Mr and Mrs Norwood Knight and sons of Tippens spent Saturday with Mrs Knight's parents Mr and Mrs Will Bentz. Charles Shumway and Wilson Van Meter attended the circus at Athens. Asharest Gate of Athens moved his farm near here this week.
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