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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1940
Page
4
Cost analysis from a Twentieth Century Fund report concludes distribution costs are excessive due to duplicated outlets, too many brands, and wasteful advertising. It notes milk deliveries in Milwaukee show intense competition and waste that costs jobs, and urges cautious spending and open field experimentation to boost efficiency.
A wartime editorial warns of foreign saboteurs in American defense industries and urges thorough investigations after a powder factory explosion. It argues saboteurs have lived among the populace for years and compares potential actions to internment camps used in Britain and France, urging public vigilance.
The article explains chemurgists creating wine from milk by using whey, a largely wasted byproduct. It notes broader feats from milk to clothing and gadgets, arguing dairy products may soon power many goods and challenge traditional food sources.
Adolf proclaims Britain faces a doom door opening while no Italian ally steps forward to aid the threat.
In a tight pennant chase the home team gains crucial momentum as local fans rally behind the club. The contest tightens the standings and heightens excitement across the community.
Washington observers say Hitler may pause invasion plans as air war steadies British defenses and fuel shortages bite. A potential armistice is unlikely, while Spain edges toward closer Axis ties and Gibraltar becomes a new focal point for Axis pressure on the British Empire.
Bruce Catton analyzes Washington’s talk of total defense tied to unemployment. He notes pressure groups and economists argue revival must use full productive capacity, not defense alone, with interfaith and labor leaders urging a permanent commission to coordinate measures.
The article notes three Sweeneys and a McSweeney on the Ohio ballot leaving voters to judge Sweeney linked by a quip about telling it to Sweeney. It also mentions Nazis resisting RAF plans and arson rights. Engineers discuss auto paint fading as a finance concern.
A reader argues capitalism defines Americanism, clarifying capital versus land and taxation. F E Bolton laments blurred terms and praises American democracy as the nation’s core value amid a turbulent era.
Dundas residents share visits and illnesses with regional ties. Mr. and Mrs. Rice Thompson of Glouster and Mr. George Snyder of Cincinnati visited Homer Smathers last Sunday. William Thompson is reported ill. Henry Hall of Lancaster visited his sister Elizabeth Bishop. George Trainer of Columbus visited friends. Dave Eberts was in Detroit on business. Garnette Woolweaver was a business visitor in Columbus Saturday.
Circulation has started for petitions calling on the Federal government to locate an arms plant in Logan as part of rearmament. Anthony Cook began the drive and about 20 petitions have been circulated already. When filled they will be sent to the National Defense Board in Washington.
Sue Mary, a stenographer, explores new friendships and a growing romance with Nick while Vera, Natalie, and Kitty stir office tension amid government orders and Rally plans. Sue Mary fears loss of secrecy as Kitty warns of danger and the office hums with political work.
Dr. Arthur D. Carr, a leading Washington physician, visited Athens and attended local school before graduating from Athens High School. Mr. and Mrs. D. K. Seward were honored with a surprise shower after their recent marriage, living at 103 Franklin Ave in Athens.
Twenty years ago County Farm Agent Raymond addressed about 500 Athens County farmers at the Courthouse as plans for a Farm Bureau moved forward. Officers elected included H P Dutton as president, Henry Finsterwald vice president, Leo Williams secretary, and E Raymond Walker treasurer. The report also notes a second B O west of Guysville was being replaced and lists Ohio University Training School and Athens High School staff members.
Poet's Corner invites verses from Messenger readers. Nora Gillespie Hesson of Athens Ohio shares a nostalgic piece about an old grandmother whose wistful eyes knew life’s rough road and offered kindness and wisdom.
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