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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1940
Page
4
The piece argues that war erodes international law and endangers civilians, noting that moral constraints vanish in conflict. It highlights Britain’s resolve after a refugee ship torpedoing, with English children singing Roll Out the Barrel as they perished, praising civilian bravery.
Hugh Johnson criticizes congressional moves to attach an industrial conscription rider to the selective service bill. Bernard Baruch argues that taking over industry harms production and liberty, favoring management by existing owners and workers through cooperation rather than coercion. He warns that conscripting industry equates to conscripting labor and risks revolution through strike.
In Washington a commentator analyzes how totalitarian economies shape postwar commerce. He notes an American inheriting German property that was returned after reporting, and argues Europe will trade under state controls. He cites Hoover and urges Congress to study impending changes.
Bruce Catton reports that the National Defense Commission endorses deferring the oil antitrust action while leaving its course to Attorney General Jackson. The plan may seek relief narrower than breaking up pipelines and marketing facilities, with hearings delayed by past political maneuvers.
A London hair stylist notes that pink hair and cosmetics pair best with khaki military uniforms, suggesting British soldiers’ girlfriends favor pink tones to match the army tone, a contrast to plain khaki. The piece hints at U S uniform color debates and gendered styling implications.
The text notes British women adopting pink tresses and suggests the army should consider the trend carefully. It questions safety and propriety while implying potential official concern about the look.
A condensed local page includes a long essay by Stuart Chase arguing the United States uniquely embodies a continental, self-sufficient empire. He praises industrial prowess and diversity, warns against distrust among youth, and cites America’s combined wealth, output, and unity as destiny despite flaws and global turmoil.
Editor The Messenger prints a signed reader letter praising Jacksonville s homecoming events led by John Altman and boosted by the old band organized by Joe Kerns and George Gibbs. Doctor Buckley and local businessmen promoted Labor Day, with Della Landon directing a chorus of 60 and Boy Scouts aiding the effort.
The Rose family reunion convened Sunday at the Charles Barker cabin near Logan. Attendees from the area included Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Groves and Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Groves of Nelsonville, Mrs. Phena Bethel, Noel Groves, and Mr. and Mrs. George Hunsacker of Nelsonville Rt. 2.
A brief note describes Honduran natives drilling a small hole in an egg prior to boiling. They explain the hole allows hot water to enter and cook the egg, presenting a simple traditional technique.
Sue Mary Jefferson, a stenographer in a law firm, suspects Nick Stefanski is using her to influence a political circle led by Vera and Natalie's plan. As she uncovers manipulation and shared secrets, she wrestles with loneliness and a dangerous power play in a city political scene.
Poet's Corner presents Annie McIntyre Barto e recalling Nelsonville's old canal sixty years ago. She mourns change from towpath and boats to a crowded highway, recalls tannery mill Stratton barber shop and local friends now vanished.
McArthur social notes list residents and visitors leaving for colleges in Columbus and Baltimore, relatives visiting from Dayton Cleveland and Jamestown, trips to Washington and Norfolk, and local shopping and leisure engagements. Involving Jo an Herrold Betty Fornwalt Emma Lou Fornwalt David Will Miriam Will and others.
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