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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1936
Page
4
The readable fragmentary text shows incomplete wording that hints at a technical or scientific topic but lacks clear names, dates, or events to identify. No definite action or outcome is evident from the scattered phrases.
Publication notice lists Frederick W as publisher and other staff roles for The Athens Messenger and Herald. Includes affiliations with press associations, circulation audit, and advertising rate note. Indicates obituary credit and post office filing as second-class matter under 1918 act.
The article contrasts William James’s tender minded and tough minded classes. It notes the tender minded seek relief through many causes while the tough minded demand evidence from long term experience. It argues both groups are needed and predicts the tough minded will dominate soon.
The piece lists on a single-page style how a husband behaves in ways that reveal money worries, vanity, and inconsistency. It notes his love of lavish gifts, avoidance of bills, gambling losses, and preference for controlling finances while resisting honesty about his flaws. Watch him.
A reflective column urges wearing hats in chill rain to guard health and warmth. The piece cites outdated fashion fads, praises hat makers, and warns that going bareheaded is dangerous, especially for balding individuals, as pneumonia risk looms.
A renowned epicure mocks spinach comparing it to a boiled green blotter while noting doubt that youngsters can persuade their parents to embrace the change. The remark highlights generational taste divides in traditional mealtime choices.
The article proposes salvaging a failed Florida ditch project by exporting materials for trench work abroad, suggesting international deployment as an alternative remedy.
Paul Mallon notes Treasury bookkeepers report approximately 31.5 billion in debt using green ink, while outside observers estimate 36 billion with blue ink. The gap stems from invisible obligations guaranteed by the United States not counted in the official total.
A line in the Federal Reserve bulletin notes continued growth in the guaranteed obligations of the Federal Farm Mortgage Corporation HOLC and RFC. January totals show FFMC 1.4 billion HOLC 2.9 billion RFC 253 million, with the grand unaccounted addition near 4.55 billion.
Congressional leaders and the White House agree President will tap relief funds to provide up to 70 million dollars for CCC work. Government experts estimate the program needs this to maintain camps and a 350 000 man force. Congressmen seek camps for political prestige and patronage.
Best lawyers argue the Court did not sidetrack the BURCO Utility Holding Companies case to hint at upholding the act. They say if the Court intended to uphold the act the BURCO case would fit, but if it doubts constitutionality it would seek a stronger case, which it did.
The Supreme Court limited public access to most marble staircases citing insufficient staff for cleaning. Guards offered the excuse that there were not enough charwomen to wash them, delaying entry to several areas.
Ali Baba nets his fifth consecutive win in Detroit wrestling as his 40 managers celebrate the surge. The report also notes severe flooding and no arrests for jay swimming in Pittsburgh amid the conditions. In Elmo Kansas remains of a large insect were found, not in New Jersey.
The fragment riffs on a westward tourist joke and introduces Uncle Sam arming infantry with a recoil-free rifle, then shifts to idealizing a decisive leader as the finest example of national spirit. The tone is propagandistic and celebratory of military prowess and leadership.
Chester Sanborn of Gloucester writes in response to Mr. Jenkins about WPA wages. He states WPA workers earn their pay with red blood and hard work despite financial strain and high taxes. He notes wages are insufficient for families and that checks go to creditors as they are endorsed.
In 1868 citizens of Athens County formed a pioneer association at the courthouse in Athens to gather and preserve reminiscences and data on early settlement history. Charter members included Isaac Barker General John Brown Calvary Morris and others. The group held meetings in 1869 with papers on pioneer life and admitted women as members.
Poetic verses submitted by readers with names and addresses appear in this column. Mrs Ella Vernon of Jacksonville Ohio contributes a fairy poem, followed by a religious and historical note about the Amesville Library and early Ohio figures with a letter from Hon Thomas Ewing.
Mrs. E. M. Garrett and Miss Eleanor Garrett hosted a tea for Sans Souci members and alumnae at their home with Miss Frances Hatch serving. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Harry Elkins and daughters Lotus and Florence in Chillicothe for a pre Easter break. Prof. and Mrs. C. M. Copeland visited Cleveland to see their sons Frank and Dean. John Fricke Newcomb, chemistry instructor at Athens High School, left for Delaware for a short visit.
Subscriptions for the Public Playground were received from Dr. J. S. Basom W. E. Harmon Dr. C. O. Fordyce R. W. Eckley Frank S. Lowery C. T. Moore Hugh LeRoy Butler Edward Arpee Arthur Boyles Miss Mabel Brown Miss Bertha Brown Miss Ruth Foster and Miss Frances Foster Probate Judge H T Phillips in Marietta to inspect Harmar Lodge 335 F and A M Supt B O Skinner awarded football letters to Roach Hibbard Hoak Walsh Chappelear Jennings Pennybaker Quinlan Porter Arpee Oldfield and Copeland Basketball awards went to Roach Chappelear Arpee Davis Williams Evans and Fickering.
Toby Ryan a young model in Manhattan faces romance and betrayal as Tim Jamieson hurriedly leaves for Maryland and Carol Marsh circles nearby. A late call reveals Toby’s hopes unsettled by Bill Brandt, deepening her confusion about Tim’s absence and her own future.
Toby endures a sleepless night as Harriet departs for an appointment. Toby doubts any danger from Tim’s Maryland trip while replaying arguments about Carol Marsh’s presence at a house party. She hopes Tim will write or call to ease her worry.
A collection of biblical verses and literary lines reflecting mercy, valor, judgment, and humility. Included are Judges 6:12, Timothy, Jeremiah, Spenser, St John, Daniel, and Owen quotes tied to themes of piety and consequence.
Dr Morris Fishbein explains oysters and shellfish are safe year round when properly shipped and certified. He notes their high vitamin and mineral content including iodine copper and zinc and describes industry regions and production figures.
Reader asks why husband snores. Answer notes possible nasal or throat obstructions needing medical diagnosis and treatment. If snoring occurs only on the back, suggest gently turning him onto his side to reduce airway obstruction.
In 1804 an epidemic at Wesleyan University involved fraternity members who ate tainted oysters from a single dealer. The incident prompted early public health measures and inspired states to pass laws regulating pollution and food safety.
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