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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1926
Page
6
A brief devotional note cites Rom 14 7 and Congreve on uncertainty and expectation. It contrasts life’s joys with security and describes desire as folly in the chase. The reflection offers a meditative, universal lesson rather than a local event.
Henry Ford acquires a complete set of 72 McGuffey readers spanning 1836 to 1901, missing only the second reader for 1836. The collection evokes memories of the old red schoolhouse era and suggests a nation search for similar educational treasures.
The Senate wrangles over ratifying the Italian debt settlement, viewed by many as settled months ago. Critics say obstruction harms the United States abroad, while supporters cite avoiding bad will and disruption in world finance. The New York World echoes that any settlement is better than continued conflict.
The report estimates the U S population rose to about 116 million with a 1 629 000 yearly gain by January 1 only one sixth from immigration The trend suggests native born growth will shrink foreign quarters and strengthen American ideals while births slow but deaths decline yielding a healthier net gain.
A discussion in Congress questions raising federal judges salaries after lawmakers boosted their own pay. Public sentiment favors judges despite some resistance. Observers note district and circuit judges serve communities as respected leaders at financial sacrifice while Supreme Court pay lags behind state high court levels.
A business observer notes the shift to buying from hand to mouth. Retailers and manufacturers hold leaner stocks, increasing reliance on fast transportation. He warns that any disruption in rail or truck service could ripple through producers, distributors, and consumers.
Suzanne Lenglen is to marry Jacques Brin dejones Offenbach grandson of Offenbach who wrote the music for Tales of Hoffmann O Belle Nuit O Nuit d Amour. The piece notes breeders and science shaping the race of children through parents.
Madame Lenglen’s young man inherits grandfather’s talent and is a poet of ability. Suzanne Lenglen’s coordination of mind nerves and muscles and ardent temperament suggests wonderful children with the right father. Yet the text warns that genetic rules cannot guarantee tennis talent in offspring.
The passage describes Easter week in Jerusalem with angel Gabriel watching over people. Mohammedans prayers at the traditional spots, Jews mourning vanished glories at the Western Wall, and Christians of Protestant Catholic and Greek traditions gathering for the crucifixion commemoration. It notes Turkish soldiers once kept Christians divided to prevent conflict.
Democrat Congressman from New York introduces a bill to prohibit manufacture sale import and export of distilled liquors and to legalize beer wines and other beverages not distilled. He cites Jefferson and notes whiskey as a historical habit forming drug.
The article notes Japan completed a gigantic long distance bomber so large it required seven railroad cars to move and added a 2000 ton war submarine with modern devices including heavy guns and capability to carry and release flying machines while the United States debates beer rights.
San Diego reports a Japanese proposal to colonize and develop 2,000,000 acres in Mexico has been rejected. Public sentiment across North and South America opposes Asiatic colonization and domination, indicating a belief that average inhabitants could not compete with the Japanese.
Carl Russo of Rochester University sues C N Howard for 10000 claiming libel over remarks about his self described atheist stance and membership in a college society called The Damned Soul. House vote 396 to 60 to impeach Judge English suggests shifting Klan influence in Congress.
The Woman's National Committee for Law Enforcement plans its second national conference in Washington from April 11 to 13 with a Sunday prayer meeting and simultaneous statewide sessions in 30 states. The event aims to educate women on enforcing all laws, especially Prohibition, and to engage public officials through an ethical candidate standard.
Secret Sessions in the U S Senate have long been treated as off limits but a recent case shows unusual pressure for real secrecy. A majority warns the minority that speaking will likely cost a seat away from the chamber, signaling a notable departure from standard practice.
In New York City the article contrasts lunch crowd dreamers at the Astor with successful Broadway figures nearby. It depicts speculative talk of huge profits over coffee while real money makers keep precise ledgers. The scene highlights optimism, chatter, and the difference between hopes and proven success.
The piece notes artists in Greenwich Village sketching on tablecloths while dining and mentions Tony Sarg drawing unconsciously on waste paper. It surveys reactions to Senator Norris’s claim about trying to keep Woodlock's confirmation votes secret and speculative deductions about how Republicans and Democrats voted.
High wind and heavy waves damaged fishing gear and catches in Sandusky. Fishermen report early year losses from bad weather reach sizable sums, threatening livelihoods as crews assess the impact.
A dense slate of radio schedules shows stations from Cazenovia New York to Los Angeles California featuring orchestras vocalists instrumentalists and variety acts. Listings include WMCA WKRC KFWB WSL etc with times ranging from early evening to late night and destinations across Central Mountain and Pacific time zones.
A satirical piece advocates taking long breaks outdoors to rest the mind and avoid daily grind. It contrasts modern habits with simple nature time and mild jokes about telephone use and teen behavior.
A dialogue presents quiz style facts on shad roe eggs landscape architect counts and the first government female clerks in 1862. It notes Garrison's Liberator debut in 1831 and lists meat lean proportions for beef hindquarter and forequarter plus vegetable definitions.
The message urges prudent financial discipline for future security, warning that delaying savings leads to regrets in later life. Emphasizes long term benefit and personal responsibility for retirement planning and peace of mind.
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