Athens Messenger and Herald publication details and rates
The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co lists publishing dates from 1828 to 1928 with weekday delivery and a Sunday edition. It notes editors Gordon K Bush and Charles H Harris, belongs to multiple press associations, and provides subscription rates: by mail in Ohio one year $4.50, six months $2.50, ten weeks $1.00, four weeks 50 cents. by carrier weekly cents.
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Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO
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John W Cullen Company
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Good Neighbors and the U S Image in Latin America
The article argues Paul Mallon critiques Roosevelt's good neighbor policy to Latin nations highlighting U S arrogance. It notes American self praise clashing with global views of violence and intrigue. It contends the world may doubt America's intent despite aims to act as a responsible power.
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Paul Mallon
Atlantic
Mallon
Roosevelt
United States
Thirteen Thousand Scouts Choose Careers For World
In a Times survey thirteen thousand Boy Scouts named preferred futures. They rank head of the G men among top choices and see aviation science and the presidency as desirable aims, reflecting the era's adventurous mood. The piece notes publicized crime trailers and argues crime does not pay.
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United States
White House
Uncle Sam
Flood Bill Is Large and Local Rebuilding Boom Likely
The flood disasters prompt a sweeping program of flood control and long term spending. They spur repairs in flooded factories and homes with rush orders for electrical gear and machinery. Insurance covers only about one percent of flood damage, leaving most costs to businesses and individuals.
It is not surprising Il Duce’s aims in Ethiopia
The commentary argues Mussolini intends to continue the war in Ethiopia until the Ethiopian forces are annihilated. It contends fascist aims exceed civilization excuses and seek territory, wealth, and power, warning that Europe must face imperial desire to realize collective security.
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Ethiopia
Il Duce
Adona
Italy
Germany
Persistent ministers and persistent Americans
A British minister resigns after his advice is ignored while millions of Americans continue to plug away at their tasks and goals.
Kindness Week Opens in France
A regional initiative named Kindness Week starts in France amid calls to curb online harassment of women and improve public discourse. Officials emphasize positive messaging and inclusive behavior across communities.
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France
Paris
Betting a good example for your children takes all fun
A columnist argues that trying to be a perfect role model drains enjoyment from midlife, suggesting balance matters more than flawless moral instruction for families and parenting.
Army chiefs flustered by political dust in Washington
Army high commanders face political pressure amid two incidents. Major General Bolles ordered infantry and a band to support a Democratic rally in Baltimore, provoking Republican attacks. Hagood’s restoration followed pressure from Capitol Hill and Senate critics, raising questions about political influence on military placements.
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Charlie Michelson
Democratic National Committee
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Third Corps
Baltimore
Democratic Arrangements Committee
Roosevelt
Fletcher
Hitler
Mussolini
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War
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Woman
Hagood
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Chicago Post
Craig
Sixth Corps
Chicago
Omaha
Governor's Island
White House
Italian Raids in Ethiopia Seen As Peace-Market Maneuvers
The report says Mussolini's forces have overextended beyond supply lines and will likely withdraw well before the rains begin. The league faces a pivotal decision on action, with the raids described as a primary objective of the campaign.
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Ethiopia
Mussolini
League
Italian gains blamed on Ethiopian missteps and overconfidence
Italian successes are attributed to the Ethiopians failing to follow their advisers defense plan. The Ethiopian strategy aimed to avoid direct clash, lure Italian detachments, and overwhelm them in small engagements. Initial success gave way to overconfidence, leading to a costly misjudgment in modern warfare.
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Haile Selassie
Unclear British Move Against Italy Hinted
The passage suggests uncertainty over Britain persuading the league to act against Italy and argues oil sanctions won’t deter Italy. It claims only closing the Suez Canal could end the war, a move the author doubts Sir Anthony Eden could execute.
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League
Italy
Suez Canal
Sir Anthony Eden
League disappoints smaller nations as big powers dictate policy
Diplomatic advices say the league serves Britain and France as a policy tool. France seeks sanctions on Germany but not Italy while England wants sanctions on Italy but not Germany. France eyes the Rhine, England the Mediterranean and Lake Tana, aiding Hitler and Mussolini.
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Britain
France
Germany
Italy
England
Rhine
Mediterranean
Lake Tana
Hitler
Mussolini
Allan Hoover Receives $4800 from AAA Stirs Family Tensions
Revelation that Allan Hoover got 4800 dollars in AAA payments places the elder Hoover in the position of biting the hand that feeds his son, highlighting family strain amid the aid.
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Allan Hoover
Hoover
Rubber glass invention aids pedestrian bottle use
With rubber glass now invented a pedestrian can carry a bottle on the hip without risking puncture to a passing automobile.
None of the above lines form a proper headline
A fragmented excerpt comments on fashion and ideas, mentioning Black and white for Spring, Bernard Shaw, and the Grand Canyon, with a promise to favor energy behind old ideas over new. The text is literary and reflective rather than a report of a clear event.
Glass advances stretch host in tense waiting moment
A fragment describes new glass described as elastic and tough for the host awaiting a tense moment. The language is unclear and incomplete but centers on material qualities affecting the host's wait.
Infirmary Critique Calls for Reform in Athens County
REV. V. AHLBRAND of Chauncey denounces the Athens County infirmary as outdated and unhealthy. He argues funds from old spoils-era facilities should be redirected to direct welfare and benefit taxpayers, urging abolition of the infirmary.
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Athena County Infirmary
Athens County
V. Ahlbrand
Chauncey
Ohio University Girls Glee Club Defends State Title
Ten years ago the Ohio University Girls Glee Club left Athens for Springfield to defend its state crown, having won the prior year. Members listed included Christine Brown and Dorothy Drake among others.
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Ohio University
Springfield
Athens
Christine Brown
Dorothy Drake
Joseph Marshall
Marianna Bing
Ruby Mercer
Dorothy Dailey
Athens Reading Club notes and local society updates
Mrs Eli Dunkle General C H Grosvenor Miss Helen Townsend and President Alston Ellis read at the Athens Reading Club meeting hosted by Mrs Mary Graham Ness. Goods and family moves include Mrs Louise Cullums selling her Walker Street home to Fred South of Cline Ice Cream. her son Orland E Cullums moved to a Grosvenor Street bungalow.
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Eli Dunkle
C. H. Grosvenor
Helen Townsend
Alston Ellis
Athens Reading Club
Mary Graham Ness
Louise Cullums
Walker St
Fred South
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Cline Ice Cream Company
Orland E. Cullums
Grosvenor St
District Tales of Long Ago Concluded Pending Sequel
A Rendville murder tale unfolds with Clifford shot by Hickey amid mob fury. The crowd demands vigilante justice as lawmen struggle to protect Hickey and maintain order in a foggy, muddy street. The incident ends with the crowd’s restraint tested and the case left to resolve in a future installment.
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Clifford
Rendville
Smoky Row
Hickey
Quotes on youth, media, and politics from 1930s figures
A collection of short statements from Dr G C C Myers Anita Loos Sol Bloom Mrs Roosevelt Clark Hallam Getts Judge Charles L Carr and Rev L B Mershon. The remarks touch on children jitters hair trends lecturing burlesque and political leadership as seen through a 1930s lens.
Athens Vision of Dollar Food Counts
Fragmentary OCR hints at a report from Athens about dollar food counts and inflation. No clear persons dates or organizations are readable.
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Athens
The Hill Yer Soap Girl Draws Studio Attention
Toby Ryan a 19 year old photographic model rises in demand after being chosen The Hill Yer Soap Girl in a sequence of studio shoots. Her circle includes Harriet Holm Clyde Sabin Bill Brandt and Jay Hillyer as she navigates romances jealousy and career choices amid dinners picnics and late night calls. Tim Jamieson presses for more while Toby balances work and relationships with optimism and caution.
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Toby Ryan
Hillyer
Toby
Harriet Holm
Clyde Sabin
Tim Jamieson
Bill Brandt
Bill
Jay Hillyer
Harriet
Tim
Len Logan
Gorgeous
Carol Marsh
Carol
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Driftwood verses mirror light and loss across sea and shore
Poem titled Driftwood presents three vignettes of driftwood as airship, lighthouse light, and fallen tree, then a final moral about discernment between illusion and reality. The piece ends with credits Blanche and Gorby I Pomeroy.
Health Hints On Diet For Expectant Mothers
A medical note explains that a pregnant woman must eat to nourish both herself and the fetus. It urges adequate calcium phosphorus vitamin D and protein while avoiding overeating, emphasizes hydration and regular meals, and advises follow doctor guidance on vitamin intake and specific nutrients.
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