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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1940
Page
4
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The article argues that farmers institutes across Southeastern Ohio have evolved from focusing on crop yields to broader rural community development. It notes a shift from farming to earning a livelihood, the declining farm population, and the need for urban residents to engage with rural issues through community discussion and education.
Germany limited civilian life to fund military buildup while the United States may meet defense needs from existing steel production without major civilian cuts. Walter S. Tower of the Iron and Steel Institute argues current capacity can supply defense while leaving ample steel for autos and construction. He favors defense priority over rapid plant expansion.
The article discusses fears that prolonged sleep loss among Londoners and Berliners could lower disease resistance and trigger neuro psychiatric issues. Physicians warn of casualties without physical wounds, predicting a generation of neuro psychiatric cases amid ongoing war.
The War Department announced plans to mobilize more reserve officers next year with a policy that officers over 35 will not command on active service. The aim is to place younger, visionary leaders in combat roles guiding air, armored, and other modern forces, reflecting a shift from traditional infantry and cavalry.
In St Louis Hugh Johnson notes a strong Willkie youth movement sweeping across cities and campuses. He cites door knocking, buttons, and widespread enthusiasm while warning against coercion at the polls and urging voters to keep ballots secret and voting by conscience.
Dr. John Rogge, assistant U S attorney general, launches a bid to overturn Newbury and extend civil liberties protections to primaries. He argues the civil rights statute applies to federal action against election fraud, targeting five New Orleans officials in the Louisiana second district. Rogge appeals to the Supreme Court after a Louisiana court threw out the indictment.
Quotes from Stephen Raushenbush and C. M. White reflect the era's tension between democracy and industry. Emerson argues dialogue must unite spirits for global respect. A call favors younger leaders directing defense beyond traditional tactics.
Readers are invited to submit signed letters on current events. Each contributor’s signature appears with the column, and writers are urged to keep letters brief so multiple pieces can run daily.
A Messenger reader critiques third term rhetoric from Willkie, contrasts it with Roosevelt, and recounts listening to conventions. The writer notes production claims, big business backing, and public crowd appeal, then declares a vote for Roosevelt based on experience and distrust of dictatorship fears.
COOLVILLE Independent farmers institute to be held Nov 15 16 at Troy Auditorium funded by the community. Proceeds from Susan and God screenings contribute five cents per adult ticket to the institute fund. Many local residents attend events and meetings across Meigs County with reporters noting visits and civic activity.
Mrs Virg ie Hickman writes from Nelsonville urging men to choose jobs over relief and to vote for Willkie on election day. She recalls the hardships of the Hoover era and urges readers to defend freedom and resist a third term or dictatorship.
A reader defends Roosevelt’s 1933 start, noting mines began in March 1932 and 38 cents per ton, disputing a ten point plan and party claims. The letter, signed Vogelsang from Millfield, argues Mr Williams lacks era accuracy and urges reading history to avoid flunking exams.
The article lists Edward L. Murphy and others in a Nelsonville PTA minstrel show. It announces the marriage of Frank Kircher to Myrtle Olson of Los Angeles. Tom Jones of Pomeroy seeks a representative seat and is hospitalized in Gallipolis for needle removal. Logan Carrier guests in Athens include James Campbell and others. Birth announced for Marilyn Poling on November 5, 1930.
Mr and Mrs Guy Spaulding entertained guests at Maplewood Drive including Mrs S D Brown of Akron in a dinner honoring her. Miss Mary Josephine Hill hosted a party at Athens State Hospital grounds with Ruth Carson Anna May Fenzel Ruth Jones Dorothy Woodworth Hallene Woods Eleanor Garrett Dona Riley Margie Rose Frances Clutts Esther Butcher Thelma Nicholson and Georgia Standler. Miss Frances Junod wed Mr Don Strawn at the Methodist parsonage with Rev C L Strecker reading the service. The Woman's Relief Corps held a surprise birthday masquerade at Mrs Alex Cochran 262 N Congress St.
After a 6 0 loss to Benton the West High players demand Buck Mentor as coach. Bill, inspired by his father’s past heroism, grapples with loyalty while Buck contemplates a bold comeback and plans to guide the team through a pivotal moment.
The poem portrays autumn rain bidding farewell to flowers as wind caresses faces and trees. It conveys sadness and renewal through natural elements, with the speaker’s tone centered on quiet goodbye and lingering melancholy.
The Ladies Auxiliary of the American Legion in Corning meets Tuesday at the Legion hall on South Valley street to elect officers for the coming year and arrange attendance at the district conference in Nelsonville on Thursday, Nov. 7. A social lunch follows. The Corning Alumni Association announces four dances starting Saturday night, Nov. 9, at the high school auditorium with Percy Lowery’s All Colored Orchestra from Columbus. tickets are $1.00 per couple or 55 cents for a single.
A social at Mrs Mildred Ferguson's home last week hosted her Sunday School pupils of the U B Church. The boys named their class True Blue and refreshments were served to Jack Hetticks Jean Hetticks Edward Hern Jimmy Dick McLain Judy Young Keith Rodgers and Edward Ferguson.
Mrs Lena Fenneken captain of the degree team calls a final practice for Thursday at 1 PM in the I O C F hall. All team members urged to attend for inspection and initiation on Friday.
Corning society items list weekend visits from Mr. and Mrs. Albert Westney of Trenton Michigan and family to Otis Dunlaps. Darlene Westney stays for several weeks. Jack Woods and daughter return to Michigan with prospects for work. Edward Canoles of Toledo visited his parents. The White family of Logan and Nancy Sue visited Bernard McLain. Arthur Little of Logan and Arthur and Mary Tague of Zanesville visited Clara Wilson. Olive Stine and family traveling to Jacksonville Florida. Betty Brown of Columbus visited her mother Lily Brown. Mrs. Frank Murphy returned from Mt Vernon relatives.
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