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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1940
Page
4
Obituary notices available for Joan W Cullenay of Chicago York Detroit Cleveland entered at Athens Port Office. Subscription rates listed for six months and weekly mail, with separate rates and postal charges in advance.
The piece argues against complacency about federal deficits, detailing how Uncle Sam owes about fifty billion in red and how most cash moves in the economy. It notes thirty billion owed on treasury and savings bonds, nine billion in Social Security funds, seven plus billion held by banks, and envisions taxing a large share of earnings to erase the deficit.
The piece argues that the national defense program should not be ceded to the NLRB a non judicial body mistrusted by both employers and workers. It cites AG Jackson on a defense industry Wagner Act case and criticizes the board as ineffective and meddling with defense production.
The Census Bureau reports 1,252,029 bicycles manufactured in the United States last year, valued at 22.449 million dollars, surpassing the 1899 peak. More adults ride for leisure and fitness as the bicycle gains popularity beyond the automobile era.
Congress members ponder whether ten thousand dollars a year plus expenses justifies the effort as traveling bags stay packed and timetables are dog eared. Voters may overlook lapses in etiquette but reward officials who remain at work in the Capitol.
A sophomore declined to join the cheer to hold the line, facing a 15 yard penalty. A short western bandit, under five feet, has been sent away for a considerable stretch.
Hugh Johnson outlines feared three power alliance and argues Roosevelt pushes the nation toward war to aid his election. He calls opposition to the policy peace advocates and labels Willkie and Republicans as the peace party while urging defense of America and nonintervention. He questions strategic aims and the cost of possible war with Japan.
Bruce Catton analyzes how the World War II draft disrupts Social Security and unemployment protections. He explains reduced old age and survivors benefits for draftees, potential gaps in unemployment coverage, and two proposed remedies including freezing benefits at entry and concerns over state unemployment funding.
A satirical note says the War Department is examining coffin production as conditions worsen. The piece contrasts a noisy bowling alley with the era’s rowdy mood and jokes about cigars goblets and women.
Letter argues against the view that national debt concerns only taxpayers and supporters. It questions who owes and who pays the debt, notes banks hold bonds for depositors, warns of long term borrowing averages, and contrasts with Germany after World War I. Albany, Oct. 5th.
The Waterloo School District proposes a re enacted 3 mill tax levy for school purposes to be voted at the November election. It would replace the current 2 mill levy that expires after 1941 and add 1 mill to offset declines in real estate valuation and resulting revenue losses.
Gallia County Agricultural Society memberships are for 50 cents each at County Agent Rogers's office over Saturday. Holders gain voting rights in all society elections.
The article explains that illness can stem from mental states as well as the body and that treating only symptoms is insufficient. It argues that fears and negative thoughts worsen health, using a case of a young man whose nervous fear of his heart improved only after changing his mindset and behaviors. It urges cultivating brave, hopeful emotions and a constructive outlook.
Hugh Langdon and guests discover Adam Langdon dead in a locked jungle room. Marta Hempfield faints while Pat Langdon and Sidney the lawyer weigh motives and the need for police. Marta hints Adam died by a gun found near her, as the group plans a daylight look for clues.
Poem by Anna Lee Brown age 12 from Hollister Ohio expresses awe at the Atlantic Ocean. The writer notes shells waves ships gulls and wonders what lies beyond the ocean while concluding being glad to be on this side of Europe.
Hocking County Republicans met at the Easterlin Clubhouse and Democrats gathered at the Knights of Pythias Hall. Three men robbed the Kroger Grocery Store on Nelson Street, taking 200 dollars. store manager Floyd J Potts and clerks Lucille Kinsey and Mary Kesterson were present. In Athens a birth announced for Mr and Mrs Leslie Bradfield. Twenty years ago Byron Wolfe and others were noted with various local movements and visits.
Rally Day services drew a large turnout at Mt. Union with Sunday School attendance listed as 57. The notes record multiple visits and guests from surrounding towns including Dexter, Columbus, Charleston, Gallipolis, and Old Dexter Church, and mention moves and homecomings among local families.
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