Loyal To His Trust In Leader Harry Davis
The General Assembly passed the administrative code reorganizing Ohio state government amid intense pressure from public utilities and powerful interests. Governor Harry Davis maintained a single minded public interest stance, resisting influence and affirming loyalty to the people. An estate leader praised his leadership and courage in the face of pressure.
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General Assembly
Davis
Spefl
Ohio
de Mande
Harry Davis
Ely
Credit Men Director Sees Price Lag Hindering Living Costs
John Whyte of the National Association of Credit Men argues in Credit Monthly that wholesale prices have fallen 39 percent from the peak while the cost of living dropped less than 10 percent due to retail prices lagging. He notes that if all price levels fell together the readjustment would be simple, but inertia in stock and orders causes delays. Retailers bear much of the hardship and buying-power upset.
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John Whyte
National Association of Credit Men
The
Credit Monthly
United States
No Such Animal Talk on amnesty for political prisoners
The piece argues no such thing as political prisoners in the United States and defends the guilty verdict system. It condemns war critics who call themselves prisoners and warns they may seek reparations or legal action against the government after the war.
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Uited
United States
After Dinner Stories and the Prideful Horse
A Mr Stud buys a horse and complains it lacks head carriage. The dealer jokes it shows pride only when paid for. A call from Mrs Blank reports unsatisfactory liver, prompting the bookkeeper to reply liver complaint.
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Wilkin’s
Greatest actor in the world prompts breach of contract suit
An unnamed motion picture actor sues a company for a vast breach of contract sum. Asked why for such a figure he says he is the greatest actor in the world. A friend later chides his self praise, and the actor admits the boast sounded conceited but notes he was under oath.
The Spur Of The Moment Spring Letter Remains Humored
A playful column recalls a sunny spring day as readers sent in spring poems and gags only to be met with cold rain and jokes about pneumonia. The piece mocks the mismatch between weather and climate and jokes about photos at home versus Palm Beach.
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Ancher
Palm Beach
Burroughs the Sage of Nature and Courageous Life
Frederic J. Haskin profiles John Burroughs as a serene, solitary figure who lived through much of American history. He argues Burroughs stressed accepting nature's laws, rejecting faith in an afterlife, and seeking calm amid a tumultuous world.
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Frederic J. Haskin Ashington
D. C
Burroughs
Anerican
Aldo Emerson
America
Emerson
Darwin
Burny
Advertising pays in world market of newspapers
Mrs Smith extols advertising as the world market for goods and prices. A Crippen Wagon Shop ad prompt shows how a small classified ad brings buyers, proving ads pay. The piece urges readers to place ads in the paper’s classifieds.
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Crippen Wagon Shop
Crippen
Answers and Inquiries From Athens Messenger Q A
The information bureau provides Q and A style entries on various topics. Sample questions cover submarine chasers size and use, inauguration day rationale, Fiji Islands, etiquette meaning, quill pen origins, Bon mot about bread and grass, and Foul-Weather Jack Byron, with concise historical facts attached to each query.
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Fiji Islands
Joseph Francois Foullon
France
Jack D. V. HH
John Byron
Buy Advertised Goods and Get the Most for Your Money
The article urges shoppers to rely on newspaper advertising to ensure fair terms and quality. It argues that buying advertised goods yields real value, as the producer sells on equal terms to all customers and the money spent returns as a wise investment. The message highlights the Main Street of Publicity as the world’s largest market.
The Messenger Watch Dog on the town’s popular man
The newspaper notes the steady presence of a well known local figure at the Court House Corner year round and asks what happened to the man once famed for stopping the square dances. The item reflects community whimsy over social events and public conduct.
Unfortunate Knowledge Ends Match in Witty Quote
A Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph quip notes Jack proposed to Miss Flyrtie but misreads a Shakespeare line. The lady declined as Jack unconsciously echoed “thous” and “slave,” ending the courtship in a blink.
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Jack
Miss Flyrtie
Smith
Pittsburgh Chronicle-Telegraph
Editor of Alkali Eye Brings Home Brew Laugh
The Alkali Eye editor visits the Sanctum announcing a quart of home brew but the bottle has eaten the bottom out. His breath would have blistered the neck if it rose a bit more.
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The
Alkali Eye
Houston Chronicle
Watch Dog Encounters Incident on West Union Street
Yesterday a Watch Dog encountered an event on West Union Street reported by local observers. Details are sparse but point to a street incident with potential public safety implications.
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West Union Street
Local Births and Notices From The Plains and Surrounding Areas
The Plains announces the birth of Earl Jr on April 7 to Mr. and Mrs Earl Thompson. Several residents report health events and moves including Charles Holsington in critical condition after a paralysis stroke, and Asa Cochran beginning a new home construction. Ownership changes include G E Coon buying Frank Roby’s house for post April 15 occupancy. Multiple visits and travels are noted among locals including Mrs Hardy in Chauncey and Mrs Lulu Smith of Carbon Hill visiting family in Chauncey and Coonville, with several other social and family updates across the region. Dr. L D Nelson took George Coley to a Columbus hospital. a son arrived for Mr. and Mrs. Peter Savage on April 6. Continuous social roundups include residents visiting Athens, Gloucester, Poston, and nearby towns, with various relatives mentioned in passing.
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Earl Thompson
Earl Jr
Charles Holsington
Asa Cochran
G. E. Coon
Frank Roby
Mr. Roby
Licking County
Hardy
Chauncey
Lulu Smith
Carbon Hill
S. M. Buffington
Viva Moore
Evelyn
Surgeon
Elsen
Zion
I. M. McHarg
Union
Geo. Gabriel Jr
Sam Mitchell
John Pritchard
Coonville
Henry Lyons
Ada Saunders
Toledo
Glouster
Ed McCall
William Moore
Lowry
Rhoda Weymer
Poston
L. D. Nelson
George Coley
Columbus
Peter Savage
Edna
Bessie Icenberg
Athens
Mary Dowler
Federal move to seize Japanese ship Eric Maru
Federal authorities in Jacksonville move to seize the Japanese steamship Eric Maru after 12 cases of liquor were found aboard and seven Japanese sailors were arrested. One sailor was slightly wounded in the clash with officers amid manifest listing 13 quarts of liquor.
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Jacksonville
Fla
Austria Surpasses 1919 Coal Output by 21.3 Percent
Austria exceeded its coal production level set in 1919 by 21.3 percent last year, indicating a substantial uptick in energy output. The rise reflects changes in mining activity and demand, with no further details on volumes or specific mines provided.
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Austria
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Burrough
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Heaven
Nature
Mrs. Smith
Kill the Goose
New York
Atlantic
Paris
London
Mr. Smith
Athens Messenger Information
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Frederic J. Haskin
Wasington
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Donse Browers Motor Car
Cooley & Campbell
N. Court St
Athens, CO
Columbus Oil Company
Columbus, Ohio
Lostro Auto Sales Co
C. E. Norris
Athens County Buick Co
McCune Tire & Accessory Co
Wheaton Hardware Co
Athens - D. Nice
E. Selby
R. A. Antle
Trimble
O. Ray James
Ed Lowery
Circle Hill
E. H. Pidcock
Beaumont
Nelsonville Tire Co
Nelsonville
R. H. Wagner
Buchtel
T. McManamy
C. F. Leach
Gaston Bros
Guysville
E. F. Martin
Albany
W. M. Dixon
New Marshfield
R. H. Hysell
Ino. Wilson
Amesville
Lige Cottrille
Stewart
Factory Street
B. & O. Railroad
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