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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1939
Page
4
The article discusses growing neutrality tensions in Washington as the 1940s debate intensifies before Congress. It notes speculation on the timing of entry into war, business interests shaping views, and calls for open congressional debate to clarify public understanding amid looming global tensions.
A $20,000,000 ocean liner of the Bremen class vanishes after sailing from New York as war begins. Reports from Britain and Germany conflict, leaving the fate of the ship and its crew in mystery and highlighting wartime censorship.
Community fair in Harrisonville draws several hundred residents, organized by Meigs County teachers to showcase home district achievements and needs. The event aims to revive neighbors gathering amid modern mobility and radio entertainment, emphasizing local affairs and youth involvement.
Patience and industry boost Lyndonville savings as the town waives water taxes for the year. Residents may bathe and wash more often with funds redirected to aging programs and local services.
Raymond Clapper recalls a Washington anecdote about President Roosevelt sending a personal note to Mustafa Kemal Atatürk after a Turkish exhibit and stamp tribute. The tale describes diplomatic goodwill, Atatürk’s reception, and Turkish press praise while noting its trivial place in history.
Washington letters on neutrality law show a mix of spontaneous citizen input and organized campaigns. Of 529 letters, 274 appeared spontaneous, 492 linked to campaigns, 38 individually written yet clearly urged, 24 generic petitions, and 20 round-robins. the rest varied in tone and source. The study suggests lawmakers weigh home sentiment against orchestrated campaigns.
The document from Athens township residents, led by D. E. Phillips and Chauncey, requests Athens trustees sponsor WPA projects for 350 men. They outline monthly costs for coal electric and food, urge action by October 16, and defend WPA workers against accusations while urging democratic rights and civil liberties.
A reader argues that disarmament failed and the nation must be stronger to maintain peace. The writer recalls boyhood lessons on defense, cites England in tariffs, references the Tea Party and George Washington, and warns of a potential war at home unless American politics improve.
A medical explanation outlines how exposure or infections can inflame the facial nerve, causing temporary paralysis. It describes onset symptoms around the ear, inability to close the eye, and mouth droop, with treatments like heat, rest, adhesive supports, and possible electric stimulation. Some cases may fully recover while a few become permanent. nerve transplant options are mentioned.
Renowned designer Schiaparelli shuts her London shop after years of futile attempts to curb imitators. No English law bans copying a model and undercutting prices, leaving her unable to compete with cheaper imitations.
At a social gathering Carmel Forbes creates a scene after a tense love triangle with Pete Thorpe and Julie. Carmel confronts Pete, slaps him, then breaks down crying. Marian Dolly and others escort her from the room while plans form to get her home with Hodges refusing to drive her. The group later discovers Carmel’s car is missing and the outcome remains unresolved.
Eleven parachutes operate from a 250 foot tower letting visitors experience bailing out. Each chute has a double seat. a cable raises it to the top then an automatic release drops riders to the ground with vertical guide wires restoring stability.
Poem reflects on neutrality and peace while recalling the sorrow of war. The speaker asks for restraint to forget not the cries of peace and the fallen, a boy dead and a camp bed missing a presence. It invokes memories of grief, fear, and the wish for enduring freedom for the eagle and dove. LEDA SAMS
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