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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1939
Page
4
Fragmentary notice notes a referee position at the Athens Post Office under an 1818 act. It mentions nominal charges for duties and thanks, with unclear references to foreign offices and the class mateer.
A columnist argues sales tax is a hidden levy paid daily by shoppers through retailers. The piece contrasts real estate taxation with consumer taxes, calling for a shift in view to see retailers as tax collectors and favor reduced government overhead. It emphasizes widespread, ongoing tax collection and urges citizens to favor smaller government.
The piece argues that big businesses have steadily expanded over the last decade across industries and nations. It notes the United States houses the first three billion dollar bank, Chase National, with National City and Guaranty Trust each above two billion in resources. It concludes that flow of international funds and technological progress fuel bigness, which cannot be abolished but controlled.
The Wright brothers box kite, kept in the Kensington Museum England, faces possible destruction in an air raid. After leaving the Smithsonian over a dispute, the plane has become a fragile symbol of flight’s daring amid fears for English civilians and historical relics.
A ninth generation descendant of William Penn in West Grove Pennsylvania received a red rose as rent under a deed signed 196 years ago. The exchange is noted among other so called rose rentals on land originally deeded by Penn, likened to token pelts in history.
On November 11 1918 the United States stopped fighting and began demobilization. The federal civil service peaked during World War I, dipped, then rose again and by June 30 of this year reached 920 310 employees, 2 550 more than the wartime high. The text notes the payroll length if a new war occurs.
Raymond Clapper argues the Navy and shipping lobby clash over a pending neutrality bill. He notes figures showing how many ships would be restricted or freed, the economic impact, and the risk of keeping vessels in dangerous European waters. He concludes that ships should stay clear of danger while protecting the flag.
Bruce Catton details the Krivitsky case as he testifies before the Dies committee. Walter J Krivitsky once head of Soviet military intelligence, stateless and fearing deportation, navigates U S immigration rulings and congressional intervention.
An aged Indian recalls glimpsing a submarine through the ice of a frozen lake one night in his youth. The professor notes the tale as a curious, weak encounter with an alleged underwater craft.
The Messenger Information Bureau at 1013 13th Street Washington answers common queries. It defines putsch as a Swiss German term for a petty rebellion notes Mary Bolin as first Black woman judge in New York City and explains watered stock and World War veterans section fate. It lists Alaska census totals and offers cricket care tips as pets.
A wartime poem by Aunt Molly Robinson Craine from Glouster Ohio reads at the old soldier’s reunion on October 4 1939. It honors Union soldiers who wore the Coat of Blue and notes Lincoln Grant and Sherman among those who fought and await heavenly white robes.
Charles R. Larson from Portland argues that America should remain peaceful yet ready to defend England and France with arms under a cash and carry plan. He warns that Nazi Germany may threaten U.S. shores and urges vigilance against Hitler and his allies.
A Nelsonville reader asks residents and businesses to check neon signs and electric appliances causing nightly interference from seven to midnight. He urges free of buzz and gunshots sounds, noting central town is hardest hit and welcomes public opinions.
Joan Johnson enters the Gamma house as Keith Rhodes’s guest after his strong game. Dan Webber teams with Keith, while Tommy Peters, a lively cheerleader, quips about Arkansas roots. Joan projects confidence as she faces social intrigue and rivalries at Tech campus.
Ten years ago Mrs. Grubb chaired the Haydenville PTA with 100 attendees at the first meeting of the year. Superintendent B F Allen of the Nelsonville Methodist Church announced Rally Day. Mrs. Mary Fryburger hosted a dinner for Mr. and Mrs. Hull Foster Jr bound for California.
Dr Morris Fishbein notes strides in early diagnosis and modern surgery for stomach cancer. Despite progress in X ray and gastroscope use, vaccines or serums offer little help and many patients are too weak for major surgery. About 20 percent operated on reach a five year cure.
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