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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1935

Page

4

Price Tag of Dictatorship and Free Thought

Merle Thorps notes from Nation's Business warn that many nations suppress freedom and indoctrinate education to enforce centralized rule. The piece argues democracy and individual rights erode as efficiency and security justify subordination, urging open debate and resistance to coercive regimes.

United States Adam Smith Jefferson Christopher Morley Europe America Calvin Coolidge Merle Thorps

Northern Lights Immigration Experiment to Alaska

The federal government plans to move 200 families and 400 single men from the Northwest to a rich Alaska valley as an experimental settlement. The project is costly and its long term impact remains unclear. Settlers expect a favorable climate though isolation and polar bears are rumored nearby, with the outcome likened to a deserted mining camp.

Alaska Northwest Washington

Uniform State Laws Urged to Curb Narcotic Traffic

President Roosevelt calls for a nationwide system of uniform narcotic laws to fight illegal traffic. He warns federal action alone cannot stop narcotics and urges full cooperation from state and local law enforcement, noting the diversity of existing state statutes hinders joint action against crime.

Roosevelt

The Roosevelt Compromise Angers Congress and Public

Paul Mahon reports on the so called Roosevelt Compromise amid relief bill debates. The piece notes Senate restrictions aimed at halting Ickes control and the shifting pay sources for relief fund directors. It also mentions a New York congressman challenging leadership and Bankhead’s intermittent absence and expected dramatic return.

Senate Ickes Interior Department Admiral Peoples Treasury Wood Commerce Hopkins Roosevelt

Roosevelt Support for Wagner Bill Hinted by Liberals

Insider talk suggests Roosevelt may aid the Wagner Labor Board Bill when needed, boosting Liberal hopes while skeptics remain. Recalled is a pattern from last year when Senator Wagner left White House discussions optimistic about passage, but Roosevelt never commented and the bill failed.

Roosevelt Wagner Labor Board White House Senator Wagner

White House Signals Possible Nonpolitical Postmaster General Pick

The White House hints Roosevelt may appoint a businessman as next postmaster general, a move unseen in Washington and opposed by radicals. No names are mentioned, and Farley’s future focus on the DNC leaves ample time for such a decision.

White House Roosevelt Washington Post Office Farley Democratic National Committee

Blanton Press Outburst Sparks House Cheers

The House praised Blanton's outburst at the press while noting officials and congressmen share a press persecution complex. It argues public life sees big news as key, with speeches fading as people demand concrete action and information on New Deal efforts.

Blanton

Constitutional challenge targets TVA legality for New Deal era

A major legal fight to arrest the New Deal soon moves to tests of TVA constitutionality as the case is prepared. A Michigan man paid $2,304 income tax on $2,304 income, hinting at bold timing. A new radio compass could guide a plane straight to a broadcast station, though the device faces a severe test when a crooner sings.

TVA Michigan

Princess Barbara Hutton’s Heir Distribution Reported

The article notes Barbara Hutton is said to have given away about a third of her $40 million inheritance. It contrasts her generosity with Huey Long and references humorous lines about Dutch professors, wives, and a June bride, all framed in a light social-column tone.

Barbara Hutton Huey Long

Uniform State Legislation Aimed at Drug Crime Fight

Passage of uniform state laws along lines suggested by federal authorities will help attack the crime problem in a vital zone. The emphasis is on coordinated legal action to curb drug-related crime and strengthen enforcement.

Open Air Classrooms as Possible Remedy for Overcrowded Schools

Olive Roberts Barton argues overcrowding breeds anti social behavior and crime, urging a suburban or rural trial of outdoor schools. She notes open air instruction boosts retention and morale, citing cold climate experiments and the potential for open spaces to alleviate crowded city classrooms.

United States

Political quotes from early 20th century figures

A collection of concise political remarks attributed to Bernard Baruch, Senator George, Huey Long, and John Hays Hammond. The quotes cover fears of war and national decline, critique of political identity and governance, beliefs about social reform through youth clubs, and reflections on a career in politics.

John Hays Hammond

Public Forum Letters Policy and Signatures

Readers may submit signed letters on current events. Signatures must appear with each contribution. Letters should be concise to fit in multiple daily items.

Readers urged action on mud roads in Farmers letter

Edna Harpold of Chester writes that although protests have been loud, real results require action such as farmers on impassable roads withholding taxes until fixes are made. She suggests forming a new league called M. R. A. and notes she has been mudded in since Christmas, urging others to join.

Edna Harpold Chester

Health Hints And Diet Health Hints And Diet By Dr Morris Fishbein

The article discusses the Dionne quintuplets and what doctors and welfare workers can learn from rearing premature infants. It covers the challenges of prematurity including underdeveloped breathing regulation and temperature control, feeding difficulties, and infection risk, and notes the need for air quality, stable body temperature, sufficient human milk, and infection prevention. It also contemplates future study of identical versus fraternal status and plans to examine physical and mental development as the babies grow.

Morris Fishbein

Leader of Revolutions and Pluto Cat Cartoons Explained

Yesterday's cartoon analyzes General Rafael Uribe Uribe a Colombian liberal leader born 1850 in Antioquia and assassinated October 1914 in Bogota. It notes his 32 insurrections from 1885 to 1905 and his prominence as professor, lawyer, senator, diplomat, and national hero. The Pluto Cat vignette recounts Tabby the cat owner Margaret Griffiths in San Francisco who paid 5 and 1 cent for meals and mice, totaling about 1300 dollars at Tabby’s death.

Rafael Uribe Uribe Antoquia Colombia Bogota Liberal General Uribe Tabby Margaret Griffiths Se Ia Himed Griffiths San Francisco

Dark Blond Begins Today in Murder Mystery

Millicent Graves hides after finding George Drimgold dead, with Jarvis Happ aiding her transformation into a brunette. Detective Buchanan questions Robert Caise as Mrs Happ reveals a silk thread trap. A note hints at a hidden killer as the investigation unfolds.

Millicent Graves George Drimgold JARVIS =HAPP Millicent Happ Norman Gapp Robert Caise Ermine Buchanan Bob Caise Heb

Millicent Happ in a Quiet Murder Plot Tease

In Carleton Red's scene Millicent Happ faces a tense exchange about a murder case. Jarvis Buchanan and others discuss a suspect, while Happ reveals a guarded resolve and hints at private questions. The door shuts as suspicion lingers and a murder is hoped for by Millicent.

Robert Happs Mother Claims Square Deal in Night Visit

Detective Buchanan questions Millicent as Mrs Happ speaks up. Robert Happ is alleged to have been in the house all night. his mother asserts she arranged a check on his movements to ensure a fair outcome. Millicent suppresses reaction as the scene unfolds.

Jarvie Happ Jarvis Robert Happ Cynthia Buchanan Mrs. Happ Millicent Vera Duchene Jarvis Happ Bob Caise Vera Duc Harry Felding Felding Tlo Detective Buchanan

Poets Corner Opens for Original Contributions

Readers invited to send short signed poems to Mes senger readers. Sample verse by Ethel Day a Sophomore of Buchtel High notes dawn mist and joyful nature. First attempt at poetry highlighted as notice.

Messenger Poe's Corner Ethel Day Buchtel High

Community Notices and Social Guests Across Cleveland

Mrs A V Wadey visits Aunt South and Mrs Peat in Cleveland while Mrs John Hamer hosts guests including Maxine C and Mrs N Frandt Mul. Esther Class of tian Church hosts a gathering as Alpha chapter of CM marks 29 years. Lucille Potts and Miss William Tay return home after visiting Charleston and friends.

A. V. Wadey Cleveland South Mrs. Peat John Hamer

Also Mentioned on This Page

United Paul Mahon Congressional Bronx Mr. Roosevelt New York Bankhead House Olive Roberts Barton Committee On Education of Community Council of New York George D. Frien Frieu Pel Bernard Baruch George Georgia Democratic Party St. Vitus the Public Forum the Messenger Earth Jesus Jerusalem Holy City Bethany Mary Martha Lazarus Albert Newton of Jackson, GA Philip Harding San Bernardino Crudwell, Wills Eng Widau East McDonough Jarvis Happ Asked Carleton NEA Ws Ah Happ Miicent Happ Mahoney Angies Jarvis Buchanan Mr. Happ Poets’ Corner Poe Lydia Lash Evan Berry C. Bi Maxine C N. Frandt Mul Fred Lee Tom Esther Tian Church Athens Pickering McVay Margaret Sulllamse High School H. M. Hilgernett Ter Charleston H. Ker E. W. Howery William Tay Lucille Potts
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