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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1934
Page
4
A fragment lists national representatives with addresses in Chicago at 4 South Mn Ave and in New York at Fifth Ave near the GM Building Betroit. The OCR text suggests a distribution of contact points for national representatives.
The author argues that even in a purported return to normalcy after the 1929 downturn, unemployment persists. They note factory district neglect, rising welfare strain, and the impact of labor-saving machinery, warning that insecurity remains as production declines and automation expands.
The Whittemore Bill extends a relief program allowing taxpayers with delinquencies to pay current taxes plus a portion of back taxes and settle the full amount within five years to remove penalties. The deadline has been pushed to September 1, giving more delinquents a chance to satisfy obligations to local and state government. Ohio faces an estimated two hundred million dollars in delinquent taxes across districts, and collections could ease fiscal strains while boosting circulation and public services.
Rep Albert Carter introduced a bill to place all postmasters under civil service, echoing an earlier pledge by Postmaster General James A Farley. Carter argues mail service is a vital government function and merits merit-based hiring, a reform many taxpayers may support for the nation’s interest.
The new revenue bill would raise the estate tax from 45 percent to as high as 60 percent. For a $500000 estate the tax would rise from $42500 to $60200 and for a $1 million estate from $117500 to $170000, sparing only confiscation but targeting those most able to pay.
Washington reports the White House plans to recast emergency bodies NRA AAA PWA into lasting government agencies within six months to four years. NRA reorganization likely first, with CRA relief unchanged awaiting future demand estimates.
The plan aims to replace the emergency phase with a permanent, moderated reform. It seeks to reduce duplication, curb conflicts among agencies, weed out misfits, and set government policy on a long range basis. Planners compare the U S approach to reorganizations in Italy Russia Germany France England and Britain.
Planners acknowledge the hastily formed relief effort relied on coercion and speed, not Democratic principle. They expect a more deliberate approach in the next Congress with revised legislation awaiting January. Summer business data remain unclear, autos show high output but demand signals temper production. Industrial recessions may be cushioned by home building, PWA and private programs, with a milder summer drop than seasonal.
The piece notes the Minneapolis unrest after CWA work stoppages as tragic yet an exception in four difficult years. It praises citizen endurance and urges authorities to be lenient with unemployed protesters who erupt during unrest.
The state of Washington achieved the top score of 109.03 on intelligence tests conducted for the American Eugenics Society, leading the rankings in the recent assessment.
The piece discusses theories born from Dr. William Wirt's appearance and the Washington Post's championing of an inverse rule of evidence. It cites Julian Mason arguing Wirt, though unproven, reflects a broader average American whose supposed sentiment signals a deeper national suspicion.
The writer mocks judging administration policy by small clues like a thumb prick and ear twitch. He cites skepticism toward hearings led by Doctor Wirt and notes a Washington correspondent's quip about not reopening sources. He warns against sweeping fear of radical change and laments press reaction.
The piece argues against the idea that William Wirt was harmlessly boastful. It notes Wirt published his story in many outlets and spurred a congressional inquiry. The author defends Wirt and condemns harsh treatment of Laurence Todd while praising Todd’s cautious journalism.
A newspaper writer tied to the Federated Press clashes with Doctor Wirt over a claim that Roosevelt was called the American Kerensky. Todd denies the remark, while Wirt suggests the label but cautions about political censorship and radical propaganda.
The Council on Physical Therapy of the American Medical Association reviews tinted lenses, wide-angle bets, and non shatterable eyeglass claims. It notes glare relates to light intensity, and one lens path cannot block glare or distort color. corrective lenses remain best for clear vision. Wide-angle lenses offer limited benefit except for outdoor workers and drivers. Single clear lenses provide better protection and clarity than multi piece designs.
A reflective piece on neighborly judgments and hidden struggles of mothers and others. The author argues most people face private troubles and that harsh opinions miss underlying hardships such as fatigue, illness, or deafness, urging charity toward the “lady next door.”
Editorial note that Montana, the second largest wool state, produced 32 million pounds last year. Also recalls that sheep were introduced to North America in 1600. A pony in Thedford Nebraska was seen carnivorous and eating chickens on four occasions.
A farmer near Hiram Ohio faked kidnapping after wandering aimlessly for two days. He left with $12 to sell maple syrup, disappeared, reappeared carless and penniless, admitted the tale was a fabrication, and rode home to face questions while enjoying the spring air.
In The Messenger, editor E Gillespie questions road beauty projects and road assessments after a photo by Billy Ireland shows a rural mail car drawn by oxen on Ohio routes. He cites road condition concerns for year round travel and asks why Ohio does not refund rural road taxes. A Madrid rose bush with 127 year history is noted from Mission San Gabriel.
Remodeling was under way at the rr home on 77 North Congress Street and Homer Higgins was building a business building on Richland Avenue. Names include Mr and Mrs W M Logan Dr R F Demers and others as weekend visitors and guests at various homes and events.
Fragmentary history notes describe Salisbo Meigs County post office beginnings in the Narrows named 404 postmaster, Pomeroy incorporation, early population, and 1882 telephone. It recalls Samuel Pomeroy, Cape Hor shipwreck near Peru voyage losses, and 1867 arrival in Pomeroy. includes late 19th century data and an unclear value note on jewelry.
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