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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1935
Page
4
In a critical view, the 1932 Chicago Democratic platform promised a 25 percent federal cut by scrapping useless offices, yet by 1934 spending rose from 5.01 billion to 7.11 billion, with per capita costs up from 40 to 56 dollars. The budget also showed a 3.99 billion deficit, prompting questions about confidence in democracy and politics.
A columnist urges more Youth Week programs and active elder involvement to steer youth away from radicalism. They praise Meigs County efforts and criticize passive civic groups while stressing the need for real, sacrificial leadership from adults to channel youth into productive work.
The piece notes lawmakers across the United States engage in investigations into delays, graft, pensions, elections, and other public issues. It highlights that while some leads lead to reform, many investigations end without public benefit, reflecting a national focus on inquiry in the Why Age.
The article notes French forces advancing to the German border and erecting barbed wire and trenches while maintaining a 24 hour air patrol. Diplomats fear a broader move and anticipate a Thursday allied meeting may urge warnings toward Hitler.
The article notes Roosevelt intervening to stop an unsatisfactory code for the fabricating and structural steel industry. General Johnson signed a code on July 11, but the industry rejected it and NRA enforcement waned. Unionists plan to bring the issue to Pat Harrison’s finance committee amid NRA bill deliberations.
Reported delay in sending a confidential message from Treasury Secretary Morgenthau to President Roosevelt as Treasury used the Coast Guard system near Sea Island awaiting Navy contact. Navy wireless outages allegedly left the President out of touch for a day, stirring mock alarm at the Florida encampment.
General Johnson plans to present a new era bill to the Harrison Committee amid opposition. Republican allies discuss NRA hearings as Senator Harrison accelerates proceedings and questions from witnesses run short. A confidential letter from a Republican manufacturer urges targeting working men rather than unemployed voters. The NRA cites counterfeit Blue Eagle marks by small textile firms as a trigger for its rules.
The entry recalls how taxpayers fund trips into disputed areas while reports fade from memory. It notes how a veteran teacher’s quick judgment could aid investigations. It describes stern discipline where a teacher strikes a child then lets others consider their misdeeds.
Olive Roberts Barton discusses Easter symbolism and the Easter Bunny, arguing the holiday blends folklore with religious meaning. She notes ancient origins of spring festivals, the role of imagination in children's beliefs, and how tradition can coexist with faith without harm.
A quip attributed to Hugh Jonnson declares no current Senate bid yet retains the right to change opinions at any time. The remark frames political candidacy as a personal choice subject to revision.
Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler argues that organizing a strike against war resembles a war itself, highlighting a paradox in national student antiwar movements and suggesting the act lacks humor in its seriousness.
The Public Forum invites current event comments signed by the writer with signature appearing with the contribution. Letters should be as short as possible to fit more pieces into each day.
Leonard Tucker of Athens Ohio writes that nations in Europe and beyond gather for a prophesied war of Har-Magedon. He cites Revelations about kings of the earth opposing Christ and his saints and urges faith that Christ’s Kingdom will prevail.
A retrospective note lists Mrs. W. E. Moler hosting the Social Literary Club on North College Street. Other items mention Mr. and Mrs. E. N. Earley at the Delca light convention in Dayton and Robert Robinson returning to Aurora, Illinois, after spring vacation with Mrs. Dora Robinson. Val and Mrs. Davis return from Florida. Mrs. Paul Keever hosts Hobson Study Circle at Mrs. Sam Burson's home on West State Street.
Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey with disciples and crowds greeting him with palm branches and hosannas. He weeps for Jerusalem amid temple observations before retreating to Bethany for the night. Next, Jesus drives money changers from the Temple.
Yesterday’s cartoon notes Albert W. Newton of Jackson Georgia as the 13th man in a 13-man call to service from Butts County. It describes his 13 ship convoy crossing 13 days to Liverpool, 13 months in the army, and return home on June 13 1919. It also presents a math note on the triangle’s infinity and angles and teases a panel on The Nations tomorrow.
Millicent Graves, secretary to George Drimgold, finds him dead and flees to a hotel. Jarvis Ouapp helps her vanish in disguise while Norman Happ and Robert Caise watch events as Vera Duchene reappears. Millicent confronts danger as a muddy dress reveals hidden truths.
Carleton Red notes a tense exchange as Millicent confronts Vera Duchenesh about a delicate matter. The two women spar while a third party hints at police whereabouts and mounting curiosity. The scene ends with unfinished tension and unresolved questions.
Jarvis Happ vows to hire top detectives to solve the murder and assigns Millicent to examine Vera Duchene through her handkerchiefs. Millicent recalls a similar handkerchief from Christmas gifts and notes the lace while fearing police access to her trunk and belongings.
Health authorities warn home canned foods pose the greatest botulism danger. Since 1925 factory canned foods have not caused outbreaks, while many home canned cases occurred. Heat and sterilization methods are key factors and proper processing under pressure reduces risk. official guides urge safe home canning practices.
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