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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1944
Page
24
The notice lists memberships in press groups and AP republication rights. It details subscription rates by carrier and mail, including rates within and outside Ohio, overseas service pricing, and a paper mail acceptance caveat. It notes Athens Post Office second class matter status under the 1918 act.
The dispatch argues the Japanese fleet is retreating toward home waters to protect oil fields and avoid decisive US air and surface power. It contends US land based airfields and carrier strike groups dominate the Pacific, keeping Japan confined to home waters with only sporadic clashes.
Leo Kabateck signs to handle legal affairs for Virgil Boggio's vast rackets. He cashes a hefty check and opens a new account, then narrates his uneasy joy. He moves into Columbus Towers as rumors swirl about inheritance and a looming future with Boggio's paper in hand.
At the Democratic National Convention Sidney Hillman’s press chief declared that political action succeeds when the PAC crowd has know-how. He criticized bosses for lacking imagination beyond distributing turkeys and urged broad mobilization, solid backing, and hard hits.
The piece argues Congress will decide a key international security issue beyond campaign rhetoric. It warns that unity with the United Nations hinges on shared view between President and Congress, stressing the need for clear peace leadership, congressional authority, and public confidence amid looming debate and possible clashes.
An editorial urges using highway rebuilding funds to remove hazards created by mile-age contracts in Southeastern Ohio hill country. It argues safer design saves lives and money, notes hill-area parking issues, and urges planners to reduce blind spots and improve street layouts for postwar traffic growth.
Peter Edson outlines how the United States tracks POWs and MIAs in World War II. As of October 1, about 55,000 U S personnel were known prisoners and 58,000 were missing. The process begins with missing in action reports and includes telegrams, Red Cross cables, and letters to next of kin from the Prisoner of War Information Bureau in Washington.
A wartime message from General Marshall, Admiral King, and General Arnold stresses continuing duties until total victory is achieved. They call for steadfast effort across all sectors to ensure a successful outcome in the conflict.
Sixty five Athens County youths left for Civilian Conservation units in all parts of the country. Dr E B Bryan president of Ohio University was taken to Henry Ford Hospital Detroit for observation. Martin L Davey Democrat candidate for Ohio governor spoke at a rally in Pomeroy Junior High School. The Pomeroy Festival and Home Coming raised 600 dollars for the Parking Lot Fund. Logan with H C Godman Company lease of a Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad owned building operates a shoe plant producing 3600 pairs daily.
A Republican rally at Athens city hall assailed Robert M. Lafollette and Burton K. Wheeler. Speakers included T. A. Jenkins an Ironton candidate for Congress from the tenth district. Former Judge J. M. Wood presided. The report notes farming purchasing power and wheat prices, plus library staff remarks and Southeastern Ohio Teachers Association activity with officers named.
Bishopville residents share Sunday visits and travels as Florence Waldeck and family visit Rev and Mrs Smith in town. Glouster guests, dog show prizes, and news of local residents including Hoon, McDonald, Wilkinson, and Norris appear across social notes with plans for upcoming services and a Nov 5 preaching date.
War Today notes a major Japanese defeat in a sea battle off the Philippines seen as a potential decisive blow to Nippon's sea power. MacArthur accelerates plans to free the Philippines with Allied and Filipino cooperation bolstering intelligence and operations across Luzon and the Indies.
Local notes record a sequence of Sunday and weekend visits among Union Furnace residents. Guests include Mrs. John Bruns, Mr. and Mrs. Harland Woodruff and Janet of Columbus, Mrs. Earl Anthony, Mrs. Junior Loomis, Evalyn Groves, J. R. McGuire and family, and others visiting relatives in Nelsonville, Logan, Hamden, Enterprise, and Willoughby. Several residents return home after travels and care arrangements.
Akron reporte r James Garfield Stewart Republican nominee for governor argues pensions must not become political. He accuses former Governor Davey of politicizing aid to the aged and claims two million dollars were lost to manipulation before elections. He warns Lausche would bring a New Deal state government with many federal inspectors roaming Ohio.
Mary K. Tuttle placed second at the 4 H butter making state contest in Columbus. Forest Kyle, returning from Army service in France, came home with an honorable discharge. Several Bashan pairs and families visited relatives in Canton Coolville Parkersburg Rutland and Syracuse. Raymond Evans departed Tuesday to enlist in the Navy.
Crown City highlights include Harry Stevens of Charleston visiting his mother for two weeks. Marietta residents Mr. and Mrs. John Estes and son spent Sunday with Mrs. Estes’ mother, Mrs. Mary Estes. Mrs. Emma Gatewood of Chesapeake joined the Gatewoods for a Friday visit. Miss Joan Rankin spent the weekend with her sister in Huntington. Mrs. Earl Lockhart and daughter Sue traveled to Columbus on business. Stanley Gatewood and others visited Mrs. Lillian Suder and Mrs. Allie Simms of Proctorville. Harry Day of Gallipolis, recently ill, is being cared for by his daughter, Mrs. Stanley Dillon.
Poet's Corner letters recount Aachen's historic crown town status, warn of arrogance and warn that aid to Europe shaped victory. Another reader writes nostalgia for a hometown, praising familiar scenes and returning to the good old town with simple pride. Mary M. Kirk from Nelsonville signs the piece.
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