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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1940
Page
4
The Athens Messenger announces subscription rates for Athens and surrounding counties with prices for carrier and mail service. The page lists publisher and staff credits and notes association memberships and circulation affiliations. It includes rate details for various durations and regions, reflecting late 19th to early 20th century newspaper practices.
In this historical reflection the author argues that political rancor has intensified from effigies and torchlight rallies to modern divisions. He traces shifts from shared beliefs to class, race, and religious divides, noting demagogues, dole, and “ism” groups shaping 1940 US campaigns.
The article warns that speeding near schools and passing stopped buses endangers children and teaches dangerous habits. It urges strict enforcement by highway patrol and stresses that adult safety attitude influences future drivers.
An analysis by the Council of State Governments shows six states bar soldiers abroad from voting this fall while four of those allow home voting on election day. The piece argues for reform in absentee rules as military service becomes common for youths.
A collage of quotes on courtesy and moral foundation, divine plans guiding events, and a remark linking idle margins in labor to inflation. The set closes with an optimistic note that many adventures exceed expectations.
In New York City Willkie warns of mounting federal debt and inflation risking savings and pensions. Fiorello La Guardia retorts by calling his critique reckless as the mayor defends Social Security against calls for restraint. The column defends Willkie and labels La Guardia as hostile to fiscal responsibility.
Admiral James Richardson hosted a White House lunch with President Roosevelt and Gov. William Leahy to discuss the Far Eastern crisis. Leahy, former chief of naval operations, proposed a Singapore blockade plan with British help. though not enacted, it signals a possible future joint army navy strategy role for Leahy while Stark remains CN O.
A letter to editor argues the U S must avoid a Roosevelt third or fourth term and supports Willkie. The writer criticizes F D R’s national defense policy, questions aid to England, and notes Mexico’s sale of materials to Japan amid growing global tension. The piece calls for a stronger two ocean navy and faster action.
News notes that Athens High School honor students formed a new National Honor Society chapter with officers John Siigley Leota McCoy Helen Drake Arabelle Chute Melba Vercoe Margaret Haskins. The meeting of ten districts of Home Missionary Societies in Athens was presided by Mrs. Henry Lancaster of Nelsonville with active roles by numerous local officers and committees. The Jolly Sewing Club led Hocking County's largest 4-H Club, Enterprise.
A news item lists officers for the newly organized Trimble P T A and Glouster P T A with names including C L Sprague Mrs Rainey Miss Sabra Armstrong and Mrs Elmer Lantz. Attorney General John G Price spoke at the Athens County Courthouse steps. Athens Kindergarten Club officers and Red Cross Roll Call county volunteers are named with community towns cited.
A poem collection item presents three short verses by Marguerite Moore Bidwell Charles E Sellars and Charles R Larson. The piece features meditations on home harbor duty misused borrowing and a nod to history with a brief dated flourish in Portland Oregon.
In New York, Braiwood and Marta pursue a mysterious break in at Langdon's house. They find paw prints, a hidden passage from the billiard room to a jungle exhibit, and a silent ascent toward an unseen intruder. A shadowed apish figure guards the scene as the mystery continues.
Mrs Marjorie Clemens and her son from McConnelsville visit Mr and Mrs Levi Wolfe. Guy Champ of Greendale visits Mr and Mrs Floyd Champ. Elbert Hannahs family from New Straitsville visit Chester Bartow. Howard Easterling of Akron visits his wife and son at the Davenport home. Roy Easterling of Akron visits Frank Easterling. Floyd Beal and his son from Carbonhill visit George Beal. Elaine North visits her sister in Akron over the weekend.
The Racine Booster Class hosted a masked party at the Baptist Church basement with plans to buy a gas range for the church kitchen. Mrs. Glen Simpson led a business session with prayers, and committees were formed for finance publicity social and music visiting and more. Several local residents and relatives attended events and visits around Racine and nearby towns.
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