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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1947
Page
4
Weekly subscription payable to the carrier at 2h weekly in areas without newspaper delivery. Rates list: 1 year 9.00, 6 months 5.00, 3 months 8.00, 1 month 1.00. Foreign rates available on request. Second Class matter under the Act of 1918.
Steve Landers and companions tour Georgia en route to Sundown, visiting Old Midway Church, Darien, Butler Island, and Guale, before arriving at Sundown. Happy and Joyce share a warm reunion with Steve as host George greets them. Timmy the cat purrs as Steve bonds with him.
Congressman Bender argues in Lake Success dispatches that US and UK fail to lead in the atomic era and laments UN friction. He warns Russia seeks UN disruption while urging a principled Palestine stance to avoid undermining the East River monuments and world peace.
The piece argues that fragmented reports create a distorted view of Europe showing famine in some areas and plenty in others. It notes delays in aid to Greece saved the catastrophe, Italy farmers’ strikes, and Britain’s finances while France reduced land use. It concludes Europe increasingly relies on America, dampening own resource use.
The quote emphasizes discerning valuable insight from noise. It underlines critical thinking as a skill to filter information.
The quotation by Bovee frames thought as the seed of action. It emphasizes the link between ideas and deeds, suggesting that enduring ideas drive historical progress.
The article reviews two and a half years of Yugoslav insults under Tito's regime, citing incidents from armed Yugoslav guards in displaced person camps to the Belgrade embassy incident. It notes U S delays in repatriation, arrests, and plane shoot downs, with ultimatums and settlements ongoing.
In a reflection on journalism, Sam Simmons argues that strict factual perfection by reporters is impractical. He notes different witnesses create varying versions and safety checks rely on multiple sources. A free press remains valuable despite occasional errors.
A Bible proverb quotation appears, noting that a pit taketh the worker and a rolling stone returneth upon the roller, reflecting a moral aphorism in the periodical.
Lawrence's Dispatch reports on a 60 day distillery shutdown to conserve grain. Agriculture officials deny limits on reopening while industry leaders warn of shortages and potential layoffs ranging from 20 000 to 100 000 workers. Political implications and foreign grain arrangements fuel debate.
Miss Juliet Smith of Christ Episcopal Church service guild announces a benefit bridge at the parish house starting 7 30 p m. Proceeds go to support the church work.
A daughter Patty Ann, six pounds eight ounces, was born Tuesday in the Point Clinic to Mr and Mrs Paul Montgomery of Cheshire. A son, seven pounds fourteen ounces, was born Tuesday to Mr and Mrs Mart Durst of Leon in the clinic.
The Rev. Agnes Beaver of Leon has gone to Laredo Texas to enter a theological seminary after years of evangelistic work, much of it in Ohio.
Plans for the dedication of Point Pleasant’s large Presbyterian church progress with a debt burning on Oct 19. Dr J K Roberts will preach twice. former pastor Rev J Frank Baxter will attend. The tan brick building features Colonial columns, a 250 seating dining room, and a modern kitchen. A post service reception and historical review will follow.
The Fourth District American Legion Auxiliary Fall Conference will be held October 21 at the Point Pleasant Legion Building with a luncheon at Trinity Methodist Church. Delegates register at 10 a.m., conference opens an hour later, lunch at noon, and soloist Mrs. Chester A. Roush will perform after lunch. President Mrs. Stanley Waldie urges attendance of Mason County chapters and 15 district chapters including Charleston Parkersburg and Huntington, with reservations due by Thursday.
The volunteer fire department responded at 7 45 p m Tuesday to a fire at the coal house behind 1300 Ohio Street. Damage was set at 50 dollars or more with the building destroyed and minor paint damage to the Rev F H Capehart home. Chief Vernon Miller led the crew including Roy and Ralph Thomas Billy Leport Bill Huddleston Carlos Huffman and Carl Smith.
Mrs. Dencil Cossin her daughter Mrs. Joan Harmon and granddaughter Ruth Harmon of Leon were summoned to Columbus Weekend by injuries to Carl Cossin at work. He lies in St. Francis Hospital with a condition reported not serious.
A longtime farmer at the weekly Point Pleasant sale says the local market draws stock from Roane Putnam and Jackson counties and as far as Raleigh. He notes the best cattle last Saturday were from Roane and cites many cattle arriving from nearby counties due to strong buyer interest.
Central Grade School PTA plans a home talent play titled Fun for All to be staged late this month or in early November. A meeting last night selected the cast. The PTA previously produced a play year ago tied to fundraising for playground equipment now installed.
The 1947 48 year book of the Junior Woman's Club is at the printer. Officers include Mrs. Stanley Johnson president and Mrs. B J Howard vice president. The next meeting is Oct 21 at 7 30 in the parish house. The club sponsors Mason County Public Library and advertising proceeds will aid the library.
Announcement that a state wide meeting of the State Education Association will be held in Huntington from November 6 to 8, the first since 1943. West Virginia cities host district meetings as a wartime measure, with attendance possibly reaching 10 000, testing Huntington’s facilities for guests.
Several Port of Huntington Propeller Club members will attend a Saturday night meeting in Point Pleasant. The program will honor Navy Week observances and highlight naval events.
Athens October 13. Mrs. Cora Campbell laments wartime costs and sugar shortages arguing loafers rely on government money rather than raising their own living. She critiques liquor joints and bus funding while urging voters to support responsible citizens and reform.
Gladys L. Ray of South Side and Charleston sues Dexter O'Dell Coleman of Pliny in circuit court for $750 in damages after a highway accident on Route 17 last Aug 26. She alleges Coleman failed to observe motor vehicle laws. an attachment was issued on affidavit by Mrs Ray, wife of Guy B. Ray, a West Virginia drilling contractor.
Jason Inc organized to manufacture women's wear but cannot set a production start date. The Nease Building at First and Main was remodeled for the factory. Some machinery arrived and more is on the way. President J Weissenburger said efforts to start soon are progressing but equipment shortages persist.
A second meeting of Mason County Boy Scout officers and citizens is set for next Monday at 8 p.m. in the courthouse. Chairman Paul S. Thomas says the group will study ways to support Boy Scout activities in the county next year.
News notes many residents’ movements to nearby cities over the weekend. Nelsonville travelers headed to Mt. Vere non Indiana, McArthur residents relocated to Logan, and Logan family members joined a Chicago wedding. Local clubs held meetings and planned Halloween entertainment in Pomeroy and DAR chapter hosting duties.
Ten years ago the Faculty Wives Club held its initial gathering at the home of Mrs. Herrhan G. James, wife of the Ohio University president. Mrs. C. N. Mackinnon served as club president for the year.
NBC-8 features Dennis Day at 8, Duffy's Tavern at 9, District Attorney at 9:30, Jimmy Durante at 10:30. CBS-8 offers American Melody at 8:30, Dr Christian drama at 9:30, Sweeney and Marchy at 9:30, The Whistler at 10, Escape Adventure at 10:30. ABC-7 schedules Lone Ranger at 7:30, Vox Pop at 9:30, Abbott and Costello at 9, Jack Paar at 9:30, Bing Crosby and Dinah Shore at 10. MBS-8 presents Crime Book drama, Quiet Please at 8:30, Racket Smashers Roundtable at 10.
A marriage license was issued to Walter Kenneth Rose and Helen Stricklen Russell, both residents of Point Pleasant. The bens of record show a formal step toward their marriage in the local courthouse notices.
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