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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1921
Page
4
Analysis notes that steel prices must fall as the entire economy deflates. The Steel Trust faces competition from independents, while profits shrink and demand declines across building, rail, and other sectors. A broad cut could revive volumes and curb war-time profits by firms and their customers.
The article argues robbers unintentionally benefit society by pushing citizens toward banking. It claims banks secure funds, guard deposits, and spur thrift as money in banks earns interest and remains safer than cash at home, noting inflation reduces a dollar’s purchasing power.
A humorous scene shows a servant arriving in a French home as the mistress worries he knows no French. The husband urges rapid study of Chinese while a jeweler praises a boy who sells six plain gold rings at marked prices, implying a future in jewelry.
E. D. Murch serves as pastor with Bible school led by J. H. Burt. Morning worship at 9:00 A. M. and 10:15 A. M. Evening worship at 7:00 P. M. Christian Endeavor at 6:00 P. M. Intermediate Endeavor at 6:06 P. M. Prayer service at 7:00 P. M. Everyone is welcome.
Sunday service at 10 45 A M with the subject Doctrine of Atonement and golden text Leviticus 19 2. Ye shall be holy for I the Lord your God am holy. Sunday school at 9 30 A M and Wednesday meeting at 7 30 P M. You are cordially invited to attend.
A lordly will jokes that define philanthropy as a mock mercy for the poor. A Lancashire gentleman leaves an ounce of modesty to a London editor, quipping that the ounce would outlast his own use.
A brief note reports Miss Bigwad’s chow dog earning a blue ribbon yesterday, prompting remarks from a family member about the value of a single member’s achievement.
The article extols advertising sections as the daily reader’s most valuable source. It argues ads from merchants and manufacturers deliver timely, practical guidance on necessities, autos, land, travel, and bargains, equating ad content with telegraph communications in utility and influence.
The letter from Warren G Harding notifies President Roosevelt of refusal to accept the Yap post. The writers cite climate dislike travel demands and fear of war with Japan. They joke about journalism chances and fashion in Yap while recalling Geraldine elopement antics.
Local reports show widespread trading activity in every city section with merchants noting brisk customer turnout and rising transaction levels across multiple neighborhoods and business sectors.
The Messenger Watch Dog notes a man who parks by the court house, while Hebe the sculpture has worn a spring bonnet since May 30, 1895. A Good Samaritan crowned her with a new hat Thursday night, as Hebe remains a station for water by the Women's Temperance League of Athens and passersby.
A local businessman approached the Watch Dog after an incident near the Court House corner. He criticized the editor for talking about others while describing the editor’s own vehicle collision with a traffic signal and suggested reinforced concrete barriers.
Readers may send questions to the Athens Messenger bureau with full name and address and two cents postage for return answers. The service provides information but not legal medical or financial advice and will not settle domestic disputes.
A plan for per manent state and possibly national pavilions on public land in Washington is outlined. Congress would appoint a trusteeship to oversee sites in Rock Creek Park or near Arlington with funding limited to land and clerical costs. States would build their own structures using local materials, with potential international partners invited to exhibit.
The text argues advertising grows from truth and benefits buyers by allowing larger purchases per dollar and lower prices through merchants and manufacturers readjusting prices. It urges continuous reading of ads to achieve economies and easier living conditions through special sales and better margins.
In Athens city a flurry of real estate deals is reported with many transactions pending. Names listed include Hal Murphey Roy Deissle Wil Cable and others buying multiple houses on East State North Congress and College street. some details remain confirmed or denied.
The Chemical Warfare Service notes the main smoke mix labeled B M evolved from the Bureau of Mines and lists a representative ratio of zinc carbon tetrachloride sodium chlorate ammonium chloride magnesium carbonate with varying adjustments for device design.
Sunday school lesson titled Bible Teachings About Work with references Mark 6 1 3 John 5 17 2 Thessalonians 3 6 13, and Romans 12 11. Golden text Indiligence not slothful fervent in spirit serving the Lord. Christian Endeavor topic How Can We Improve Our Recreations. Evening service at 7 00 P M and Wednesday prayer service noted.
E D Crane pastor leads Sunday school at 9 A M and preaching at 10:15 A M. A 7 P M service, praise at 6 30 P M. Rev P L Baker missionary secretary will preach at the church.
The notice lists Thursday events and April 21 activities with Sunday school at 9 30 A M and public services at 7 P M led by a good speaker at the church events noted.
Sunday school at 9 30 led by Miss Cecil Clark superintendent. Morning worship at 10 30 followed by baptism at 2 30. C E meeting at 6 30 with prayer meeting on Wednesday at 7.
The Church of the Good Shepherd at Corner State and Carpenter streets holds a Sunday 10:30 Holy Communion and sermon. Service conducted by Ven Archdeacon Y A Dodshon. All are cordially invited to attend.
Pastor B F Timmons leads Sunday school at 9:00 A M with morning worship at 10:00 A M. An evening service with song at 7:00 P M and a sermon at 7:30 P M invites all attendees.
The Church of Christ holds Bible study at 9 A M in the Y M C A room of Carnegie Library led by Prof Pearley Gaskill studying Hebrews chapter 11 Apostolic worship follows at 10 A M all are invited to attend
Lloyd Strecker pastor leads Sunday school at 9 a m morning theme The Christian Principle of Forgiveness at 10 30 Epworth League at 6 p m How Can We Improve Our Recre ations Evening service at 7 with hymns of Fannie Crosby Mrs Allen Kresge sings Open the Gates of the Temple and Mrs Strecker sings Saved by Grace The mixed quartet performs Safe in the Arms of Jesus The pastor speaks on A Blind Singer and her Songs Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 Everyone invited.
Dallas L Browning pastor leads a major Sunday with 9:00 Sunday School 10:00 public worship Prof Homer Cherrington of Ohio University to deliver the morning address Junior League at 1:00 Epworth League at 6:00 Epworth League topic same as vice Dr C H Fowler of the Cincinnati Area Office will preach the sermon Fowler described as one of the big men of Methodism This should be one of the largest services of the year.
Mrs Charley DeLong and husband welcome daughter Cassie Vansickless this week. The Tipton child is reported very ill. John Passen travels to pansy Ay work. Floodwood team builds new diamond and slated to play Kimberly Sunday. Cleo Reynolds and Clio Reynolds attend a dance in Deanville. Melvin Waas purchases a new car. Charley Wallace returns from Columbus after appendectomy. Mine 26 out of work for weeks. Nellie Peach guests Blanche Smith in Circle Hill.
Public Forum notes praise for athletics in Luhrig and other rural schools. Principal Mr Fair and assistant principal Mr Barnhill praised for encouraging sports like basketball volleyball baseball and tennis. Girls basketball marked success with five wins in eight county games.
Mayors Court Room hosts Open Air at 6 30 and 2 o clock Saturday. Sunday schedule includes Sunday school at 2 followed by prayer and praise led by F M McGraner and J M Warrener, then a Sunday evening sermon by Captain DeVol on Oh Thou Man of God There is Death in the Pot.
The Northern Baptist Convention designates Sunday April 17 as Denominational Day. Pastor O A Homer C Smith invites attendance at Sunday school 9 15 a m and Christian Endeavor in the basement library room at 7 00 p m with Rev Mr Hacke contributing to the service.
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