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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1940
Page
4
Incomplete OCR fragment notes Associated Press dispatches and local news credits. Mentions John W. Cullen and post office classification under 1918 act with obituary notice references and advertising charges implied.
The piece argues that the 1940 campaign centers on the Third Term and national leadership, not polled outcomes. It urges voters to focus on long term issues, defense, economic plans, and the future of American savings over campaign theatrics and rhetoric.
The article recalls Courtney Ryley Cooper renowned as a circus writer and wonders how much the State Department knows about German plots in Latin America. It notes Cooper warned of Nazi influence and credits his warnings to his years as circus advance agent in southeastern Ohio. His widow and others lament his passing and perceived inattention.
Backers of the Fish amendment pushed delaying the draft's effective date to expand voluntary enlistments. Officials say voluntary enlistments after registration may reduce the need to draft the first 400,000 conscripts as unemployed youths, young doctors, and others begin civilian careers.
The column argues against premature armament for deterrence, warns of bluff in signals to war, and criticizes prowar propaganda and polls. It asserts readiness to support the government in war but rejects silent approval of ongoing aggression and public pressure to abandon restraint.
The writer argues capital is wealth saved and used in production while monopoly is a privileged exclusion from labor output. Forms include patents copyrights and private ownership of natural resources, with royalties paid by consumers. The piece urges natural resource monopoly should fund government through taxes, signed F. E. Bolton Albany Sept 26.
Bruce Catton analyzes the resignation of Democratic National Committee secretary Chip Robert. The White House pressured him out after a Navy contracts fee list surfaced. Vinson publicly exposed the matter, aligning with administration policy, while Ickes challenged Robert over 1 percent promotional fees and Georgia grants.
The notice notes that conscription will end long odds for men who have not previously had their names drawn in a lottery. It suggests many will see life change as eligibility shifts.
Fragment discusses individuals drawn to military life by higher pay and the option to choose their branch. The text hints at personal motivation and recruitment context but lacks specific names, dates, or organizations. Further context would clarify who is speaking and what era or country is referenced.
The speaker extols democracy as America’s core value and the American Dream. He warns that freedom depends on self discipline and decency, not wealth or power, urging leaders who reflect strong morality and self reliance to preserve the democratic life.
Annual convention held in Athens with a book report by Mrs. J. E. Pickering at the Kings Daughters Class of the Methodist Church. Possible Logan high lineup for opening game includes Johnson Bray Keller Notestone Miller Pettit Ken Bright Hammond Rohrer Durant Arnold and Glen Bright.
Charles Dailey was nearly killed when spun by a hay baler engine at the William Austin Farm in Baker Settlement. Rescued by fellow worker Roy Radford, the episode underscores farm danger amid local activity. Miss Louise Dana of Athens and Miss Anita Henke of Gallipolis left for art study in New York. Henke is sister to tenor Heber Henke, who records with Frank Crummit in New York. Athens business men begin gym work under Thor Olson at Ohio University as fall term starts.
Galbraith notes Maybelle’s irritation over missing the ribbon last year and teases the judge about her mounting fuss. The brief column captures light social banter and local theatrical or social event humor.
Poet reader Hank McManaway from Trimble Ohio writes a verse about leaving home for Nevada to join the CCC. He recalls swapping Ohio for sage brush, prairie, and distant friends, and notes six months remain before returning home.
Sue Mary Jefferson, a stenographer in a city law firm, endures watchful eyes and a strained romance with Joe Stefanski while Vera Oliver and Nick Alexander push a political agenda linked to an airport site. Old Boss Clark grapples with his son’s influence as intrigue deepens at the Clark residence and in the plant picket lines.
The article notes services at 7 o clock led by the pastor and lists church events including an Adult Bible class meeting. It mentions a Friday night shower for the Martin girls Mrs S Gilmore and daughter Sarah, and reports on local residents W H Holden, Mrs Dan Rose and Mrs Sanfin with health updates. Rev Evarts plans to preach at Bradford time two revival meetings on Oct 10.
Francis Knapp recently returned from the CCC camp in Nevada. Local residents, including Mr. and Mrs. Frank Westfall and daughter, visited Pomeroy. Numerous travels and visits unfold among area families with gatherings at Laurel Grange and social events.
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