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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1941
Page
4
Fage Four edition notes publication details for The Athens Messenger. Frederick W. Bush publisher and Gordon K. Bush general manager listed with Charles B. Harris as managing editor. Memberships include Associated Press and various Ohio press groups. Subscription rates show annual and half year terms.
Washington reports show the Senate dithering over the Neutrality Law amid calls for quick action. The piece argues extended speeches waste time as seamen losses rise and public demand shifts to decisive measures rather than prolonged wrangling. It notes Congress may not sway votes yet seeks to inform the home front.
Gallia County landowners unite to form a wildlife protective association to combat poaching and protect game and property. Farmers say disorganized regions allowed fires, vandalism, and stock losses, and note that organized landowner action has improved wildlife, reduced poaching, and strengthened conservation efforts.
Britain faces onion shortages as wartime disruption ends long standing imports. High prices and scarcity fuel a black market in London with police cracking down on illegal onion dealers. The government vows action to curb onionlegging.
Dr Francis E McMahon cites danger from Nazi aligned Quislings in Norway where a church baptism sees one father name a child Adolf and another seek a Norwegian name Christen. The pastor is dismissed as fascist pressure grows. He warns isolationism as a greater threat to American security.
In a Washington column Raymond Clapper argues that even with no repeal of Neutrality Act restrictions the danger of further entanglement remains remote. He says safe ships require tying them to port or cruising coasts, cites German losses of American and Panama flag vessels, and notes industry needs for ocean transport.
Peter Edson examines John J. Lewis and the labor movement's shifting alliances. He traces Lewis from 1933 to 1941, detailing tensions with Roosevelt Hillman and Murray and the left wing unions amid the C I O leadership battles and wartime shifts after Germany’s invasion of Russia.
President Hoover signals improved credit outlook boosting public confidence as money hoarding ends and banks stabilize. General overview notes O U graduates and traveling salesmen visiting Athens for the upcoming Home Coming game with local hosts and university connections.
Hundreds attend the Athens ceremony as Governor Davis and delegation from Columbus participate. The report notes German wartime propaganda and social events including Girl Scouts Halloween party hosted by Miss Bery Cone. Mrs. Henry and Mrs. Finsterwald return from Columbus en route to Warren before turning back to Columbus.
Misfortunes affect the J. T. Ledlie family in Langsville with a series of accidents and losses. The father died suddenly October 25, a son in law Jack Bartrum suffered severe injuries in a November 1 crash, and Mrs. Paul Barnes was injured and pinned in a November 3 accident. Nearby notes mention visits, travels, and local news.
Buchtel hosts a defense meeting in the high school auditorium Friday at 7 30 with vocal and instrumental patriotic music. York Township leaders and Athens visitors attend alongside invited York Township teachers. November PTA meeting is Monday 10 with Miss Nelson of Athens as guest speaker.
Pete Laird, football star for State, attracts Hollywood attention when Stephanie Stevens invites him to a party after the opener. Anne Humphreys and George Landers await his return as the car scene ends in a crash, leaving the reader in suspense for the continuation.
Mrs. Kate Butts and daughter Mina visit their daughter Mrs. S. A. Stewart in Kanauga. Mrs. Prudence Fannin and granddaughter from Portsmouth visit relatives Sunday. Mrs. A. D. Pullins returns from Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Gorsuch of McArthur visit aunt Mrs. Emma Comstock. Revival meeting continues with Rev Frank Herald assisting Rev Chandler. Frank Fowler moves family to Dayton for work.
Long Bottom Riverside Garden Club met with nine members and one visitor to discuss fall planting. Linnie Swan received a handkerchief shower for three years as president who never missed a meeting. Other items include ferry changes, local visits, district meeting, and a Oct 29 birth.
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