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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1938

Page

4

Obituary and Advertising Rates Notice Summary

Public notice listing affiliations with media associations and press groups. Indicates advertising rates available on request at home and foreign offices. Mentions nominal charges for obituary notices and card of banks. Names John W. Cullen Company as national representative in several cities.

American Newspaper Publishers Association Ohio Audit Bureau of Circulation Ohio Newspaper Association Inland Daily Press Association TEE United Pressational John W. Cullen Company Chicago New York Detroit Cleveland

Wages or taxes confront wage earners in tax debate

A small business owner warns indirect taxes devastate payrolls, claiming taxes take more than wages, risking layoffs and delayed relief. He argues workers must question whether government exists for them or they for government, urging protest before Congress acts.

Congress

Exchange cleans house after Whitney embezzlement case

The New York Stock Exchange is praised for its swift action after leading broker Richard Whitney was imprisoned for embezzlement. The exchange uncovered his speculations, suspended him, and handed the matter to state authorities. It now requires brokers to provide full financial statements on customer request to safeguard the public from unfair dealings.

New York Stock Exchange Richard Whitney Exchange New York Institution Whitney

Worrying About the Impossible Epigram on Sleep and Worry

The piece contrasts those who avoid hard facts with those who face problems methodically. It argues that accepting reality and proactive planning yield better rest, while endless worry over unsolvable conditions harms performance and sleep. A competitive edge comes from mental alertness and preemptive losses.

Inanity on Hitler and Milk Bottles

A terse line speculates Nazi leader Hitler would quit his mastery complex if a wife urged him to take responsibility such as putting milk bottles out each night.

Hitler

Primary rebirth of reformist energy shakes party machines

Washington dispatch notes Illinois voters rebelling against the Kelly Nash Chicago machine as Rep Scott Lucas defeats U S District Attorney Michael I Igoes for Senate. Chicago County Judge Edmund K Jarecki wins renomination despite Kelly Nash opposition, signaling shift in election machinery control and a broader anti-machine mood across states.

Washington Illinois Roosevelt Kelly-Nash Machine Chicago United States U. S Michael I. Igoes Scott Lucas Horner Kelly- Nash Kelly-Nash Cook County Edmund K. Jarecki Jarecki Chicago Machine Kelly Nash Farley

Public Letters Critique Relief Policy And Labor Welfare

The letter from John Ponn of Gloucester argues Governor Davey’s relief plan fails the poor as lawmakers dodge responsibility. He condemns reliance on relief while praising disciplined labor, calling for honest legislators and acknowledging the burden on working families. He cites armament spending and the plight of women and children in factories.

the Messenger Davey Youngstown Stooges Columbus John Ponn Glouster

Washington Secret Reports Urge Bigger Pump Priming

Confidential administration memos warn the economy remains weak with a sour near term outlook. Economists push for about two billion dollars more in pump priming next year, arguing inventories high and credit tight require decisive action despite debt concerns.

Washington

Illinois Woman Regains Voice After Three Months

An Illinois woman who had been speechless for three months suddenly recovered her voice. Her doctors note a remarkable turn in her condition with no clear explanation yet.

Illinois

Easter Morning Memorial Verse by Laura B Foster

Poet's Corner invites reader verses with name and address. Easter morn themes recall the stone rolled away from the tomb and the promise of rise on the third day, attributed to a message from the Father. Columbus, Ohio author Laura B Foster signs the piece.

Messenger Laura B, Foster Columbus Ohio

McDougal Church Easter restart and local notes

McDougal Sunday School will resume on Easter Sunday at McDougal Church after winter closure. Roy Love is recovering from measles. The community joined celebrations in Athens on Monday. Roy Morris family of Nelsonville visited Pearl Morris. Ethyl Mingus is recovering from illness. E T Linscott and family spent Monday with H D Chaffin family in Portsmouth. Ozro O Neal attended Marietta anniversary. Mary Balch has recovered from illness. Admiral Brown and Wilson Howard families made a business trip to Athens Tuesday.

Mcdougal McDougal Church Roy Love Athens Roy Morris Nelsonville Pearl Morris Ethyl Mingus E. T. Linscott Leonard Richard Lee Chaffin

Health Hints on World War Gases and Protection

Dr Morris Fishbein explains World War gases including phosgene chlorine and chloropicrin their effects on lungs and eyes. Mustard gas protection methods include oil skin clothing rubber and impregnated fabrics. He notes 1925 agreements banning gas use but fears future temptations to disregard them.

Morris Fishbein

Easter Cruise Romance on the Empress

On the Empress sailing to Nassau Joyce Milner and Dick Hamilton share a poker of fate amid squalls and restless passengers. A bingo and horse race game lift spirits while Mrs. O Hara accuses Joyce of improper conduct with her husband, testing Joyce under glare and gossip.

Joyce Milner Dick Hamilton Isobel Porter Empress Nassau Bahamas Bermuda Joyce Mrs. O'Hara Steamship Company Martha Mr. Hamilton Steward Mia O'Hara

Diamonds Reappear at Cherokee Mine in Camino California

Bert Carpenter reports the old Cherokee mine near Camino California has become active again. He recently recovered two diamonds weighing about two carats each valued at roughly 100 dollars apiece from the tailings of the former California diamond mine.

Camino Cal Cherokee California Bert Carpenter

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