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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1940
Page
4
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The article assesses the removal of Romanian king Carol II as a blow to a puppet regime tied to Hitler. It predicts Romania may follow Czechoslovakia into axis influence, with boundary lines shaped by Balkan currents and shifts in Southeast Europe as Germany and Russia maneuver. Carol’s removal ends his domination and hints at future Romanian political cleansing.
The piece lambasts Congress for no meaningful spending cuts as defense costs top 20 billion while revenues barely reach six billion. It warned that a budget without policy invites financial ruin, high taxes hit the common citizen, and debt erodes democracy, risking anarchy and dictatorship without personal responsibility.
The letter notes Churchill reassures Britain’s premier does not fear U S commitment to war over the navy air base destroyer deal. It argues bases aid Britain while lowering U S standing with Hitler and Mussolini, who may exploit the pact. It also questions American manpower pledges and who will publicize them.
The piece argues that surplus crops spur two solutions, focusing on No. 2. It notes that in twenty years soybeans grew from novelty to a 10 million acre staple. Many fields are used for hay, fertilizer, or new plastics and oils, expanding markets and benefiting the country.
The phrase hints at a playfully comprehensive view of Broadway columns noting sharp observations and keen sensory humor. It suggests a critic’s cadence that blends wit and scrutiny to capture evolving theater chatter.
Raymond Clapper argues against fatalistic European war talk and urges restraint while Britain resists, noting the risks of shifting forces to the Atlantic and Pacific. He warns that entering WWII could strip resources from the Pacific theater and questions the need for a large army for England.
The writer argues that Britain keeping sea control while Hitler holds Europe means an invasion of the continent is unlikely and a naval victory alone won t force surrender. A fragile stalemate or internal collapse in occupied countries could pressure Hitler, but the text sees no role for the U S nation at war.
The speaker argues new bases strengthen defense and reduce risk of armed attack by Hitler. Warfare shifts to economic means with strong naval and air support. Britain pledges Hitler cannot seize the British fleet, and a decisive early lead in sea power is planned if large capacity is used for robust defense.
The text argues that Britain's strength lies in building naval and air power rather than engaging in a European war. It cautions that entering a conflict would not advance British interests and urges avoiding sentimental warfare participation to preserve survival and national strength.
Bruce Catton argues that current law already allows broad commandeering powers in defense emergencies, with or without the Russell Overton amendment. He notes Title 50, section 80 enables presidential orders during war or imminent war, with firm price control and potential plant seizure, penalties including $50,000 fines and three years imprisonment for noncompliance.
A San Francisco judge denied a divorce on grounds of obesity, ruling that a wife's weight alone did not justify dissolution of marriage. The decision emphasized legal standards requiring additional factors beyond physical condition.
Pa Hurst asserts that purpose anchors life with meaning and direction, emphasizing deliberate aims over chance. The remark frames purpose as the驱 engine guiding actions, values, and resilience in daily existence.
Comments on current events are welcomed in this column. They must be signed by the writer and the signature appear with the contribution. Letters should be as short as possible, that more than one may be used each day.
Dale C. Gilkey of the Ohio State Employes unit in Gallipolis argues for an eight hour day for public works and home maintenance at costs lower for the state. He details impacts on merchants, farmers, tradesmen, and housing while asserting the union’s cooperative, non strike stance and expanding membership across state departments.
Social notes from New Plymouth list visits and movements of Emily Haas and Boney Weede, musical teaching posts, extended family travel, lake outings, local moves, a Stine Frampton reunion at Ash Cave, and a Christian Church missionary meeting in McArthur with a pageant At The Foot of the Cross directed by Earle Heinlein.
Messenger readers submit verses in this column with name and address. The poem asks if faith can turn back time and tide to save the Island Kingdom across the English Channel from war, invoking biblical and magical imagery. BESSIE M. GORSLENE, Athens, O.
Mark Deuel rescues Carrie and Mrs. Taylor from a fire and cyclone at Taylor's, then heads home as Ed bets on his plans. A sudden ambush by Ashton Oaks leaves Mark shot and near death in a prairie confrontation.
In a tense chase scene Oaks vaults onto his saddle and closes on Mark as dust flies from trailing riders. Mark stirs beneath him, hinting at a confrontation that promises a dramatic finish.
In the frontier tale Mark Deveil and Ashton Oaks confront danger as Carrie Lane arrives seeking a home. After a blaze across the creek they fear for Carrie and Mrs Taylor. Mark hurries to the Taylors with a wagon overturned and horses loose.
Oak Grove School opened Tuesday with Mrs Cleo Whitmore and Marie Warehime as teachers. York Grange planned Friday meeting for annual inspection. Local residents and visiting relatives attended funerals and family gatherings at Connett New Marshfield Zaleski Lake and Columbus with names including Davis Smart Cagg Parsons and others in attendance.
Burr Oak residents share weekend visits as William Frazier family returns from Hollister and Alabama. a birthday dinner honors Mrs. Doc Williams with local relatives present. Sycamore and Spencer Ridge schools reopen with teachers Deb bye Conn and Buryl Dawson. Rev Mingus conducts services at Spencer Ridge and East Branch baptism. Ruth Brown returns to Cincinnati for school enrollment.
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