The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co Public Notice Summary
The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co announces publishing details established 1825 with Gordon K. Bush as Publisher and Gen Mgr Charles H. Harris as Managing Editor. National reps include John W Cullen Co. and offices in Chicago New York Detroit Cleveland. Subscription rates listed for mail and carrier delivery to multiple Ohio counties.
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Frederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO
Gordon K. Bush
Mgr
Charles H. Harris
John W Cullen Company
Chicago
New York
Detroit
Cleveland
Athens
Gallia
Hocking
Meigs
Morgan, Vinton
Washington
Prayer column invites reader poems with name and address
Poet's Corner invites Messenger Readers verses with name and address. Prayer verses urge faith healing and gratitude, urging trust in Jesus and daily prayer, signed by Daisy Blanche Burns of Amesville.
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Messenger
God
Jesus
Daisy Blanche Burns
Amesville
Progress Before Punishment in NYC Traffic Court
A New York City magistrate urged focus on road design and uniform traffic devices to reduce accidents. He argued safe streets and intelligent enforcement, not driver blame, are essential to cut hazards and improve traffic flow.
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New York City
Has New Deal Pattern In Gubernatorial Primary Tactics
The piece argues that Davey’s campaign uses state appointees to fund his bid for re election and compares it to New Deal practices in Washington where welfare programs are tied to votes. It reflects on the rise of taxpayer supported jobs and the broad system of party influence in state offices.
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Davey
Washington
Ohio Faces Tax Lesson On Growing School Debt
The piece argues Ohio must raise taxes or cut local school funding to resolve mounting debt under the foundation program. It urges a permanent tax plan, notes reliance on sales tax amid recession, and suggests state assumption of debt as a temporary measure before cash payments. It frames tax increases as unavoidable for education finance.
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Ohio
Washington
Cat in Rochester Recognizes Triangle On Cue
Local report notes a Rochester cat that reliably responds to triangles with a consistent cue. Observers suggest potential links to animal perception studies and sensational speculation about crime detection.
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Rochester
Roosevelt spending plan stirs cautious Congress in 1930s Washington
In Washington, Raymond Clapper notes hesitancy in Congress toward Roosevelt’s new spending program. Members cite home mail as a gauge, with scattered or minimal letters and limited local pressure. Debate focuses on heavy public works while WPA/CCC funding remains, and the president seeks $300 million for housing and $450 million plus up to $1 billion in lending for state projects before snow.
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Washington
Congress
Roosevelt
Telegraph
Post Office Department
WPA
CCC
PWA
Ickes Heavy Works
Behind the Scenes in Washington
Washington reports the ILGWU under David Dubinsky weighs secession from the CIO as 38 other CIO unions plan a fall convention to form a permanent industrial union body. ILGWU, third largest in CIO with about 235 000 members, faces a choice between joining a new alliance or staying out.
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Washington
David Dubinsky
International Ladies Garment Workers
Dubinsky
A. F
C. IL. O
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
Sidney Hillman
Amalgamated Clothing Workers
New York City
Pins and Needles
Roosevelt’s delayed push on corporate tax penalty in 193x
The article traces Roosevelt’s late effort to back the House plan’s 4 percent tax on non-dividend corporations after the Senate struck the surplus tax. It notes his prior reluctance, political pressures over the Reorganization Bill, and the plea from House leaders for public backing before he spoke, likely arriving too late.
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Senate
Roosevelt
Senate Finance Committee
Pat Harrison
House
Harrison
Ways and Means Committee
Bob Coughton
Motto at Altoona convention sparks debate among hoboes
Readers question the motto for the League of Hoboes of the World gathering in Altoona Pennsylvania. The choice pits practical solidarity against a traditional parenting line as attendees discuss history and values.
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League of Hoboes of the World
Altoona
Stars Foresee A Lively April 21 for Movements And Romance
The astrology page predicts a very lively Thursday with much motion and unexpected developments in important interests. Travel upheaval and new contacts accompany hard work with support from friends. Birthdays bring a productive year for stable plans. romance and youthful activities may bring merriment. A child born that day could be versatile and creative.
Carbondale Social News Items Recap of Week End Visits
Community notes list Mr. and Mrs. David Hines and Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Arnold from Barberton visiting relatives. P. J. Stanley from Glouster called on W. B. McLeod family. Wesley McDaniel and Mrs. Joe Wilson visited Ellsworth Cox. Velma Lowry Ada Mc Lead Ruth Lowry Phyllis Betts and Marjorie Lowry attended Salem Church with Rev. Beryl Burr where Ruth and Marjorie sang. Ninety seven attended Carbondale Methodist Sunday School Easter morning. January described as Roman god Janus with two-faced head symbolizing the day and year’s start.
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Carbondale
David Hines
Dewey Arnold
Barberton
P. J. Stanley
Beryl Burr
Ruth
Marjorie Lowry
Salem Church
Burr
Kenneth Tremain
Columbus
Albert Tremain
Poultry Association Elects Officers at Athens Hatchery
Officers and directors were elected at a meeting of the Poultry Association at the Athens Chick Hatchery. Named were Elmer Finsterwald A E Graham H L Atkins Thor Olson E L Enlev and Joe Gulley. Theta Chi won the cup in the intramural wrestling tourney finals at Ohio University gym before 500 fans.
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The
Poultry Association
Athens Chick Hatchery
Elmer Finsterwald
A. E. Graham
H. L. Atkins
Thor Olson
E. L. Enlev
Joe Gulley
Theta Chi
Ohio University
Hoisington seeks Republican nomination for County Recorder
Otto L. Hoisington announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for County Recorder. The Presbyterian Men's Club elected officers R D Williams L L Deissle C D Roush and H Z Foster. Three carloads of German prisoners from New York en route to Fort Leavenworth paused at Union Station with guards. Athenians were allowed to speak briefly to the prisoners. Misses Margaret Devlin Mary Louise Overmeyer Mary Antoinette and Lauretta Collins traveled to Columbus for a Newman Club dance at the Athletic Clubhouse.
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Otto L. Hoisington
The
Presbyterian Men’s Club
R. D. Williams
L. L. Deissle
C. D. Roush
H. Z. Foster
New York
Fort Leavenworth
Kan
Union Station
United States
Margaret Devlin
Mary Louise Overmeyer
Mary Antoinette
Lauretta Collins
Columbus
Newman Club
Health Hints and Diet for Chronic Laryngitis
Experts say chronic laryngitis requires examining the whole body to identify contributing factors. Overgrowth of fibrous tissue, irritation from smoke and dust, and general diseases can affect the vocal cords and voice. Three key cautions are don’t smoke, don’t talk, and don’t use alcohol. rest the voice to aid recovery.
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L. H. Clerf
Easter Cruise Eve and a Havana Cafe Secret
Joyce Milner travels on an Easter cruise with Dick Hamilton and Isobel Porter. In Port au Prince aboard ship, the party enjoys a special dinner while the chief officer spins voodoo stories and Haiti drums. Joyce joins Gregory for a shore excursion amid bustling markets and a tiny steam locomotive.
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Joyce Milner
Dick Hamilton
Isobel Porter
Porters
Central Park
Haiti
Joyce
Dr. Gray
Mr. Jones
Port au-Prince
Mr. Gregory
Jones
Gregory
Bracelet Gift Sparks Cultural Exchange in Port au Prince
Joyce and companions tour Port au Prince where locals greet them warmly despite poverty. A girl returns a bracelet, sparking Joyce’s gift of a gold lacquer bangle, seen as a symbol of dignity and independence amid a fleeting moment of connection. The scene foreshadows a later memory tied to the island and ends with a note on albumen’s use.
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Joyce
Darkey
Republic
Merci
Mr. Gregory
Port-au-Prince
Gregory
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By Rodney Dutcher
the Stars
By Genevieve Kemble
Janus
American Society For the Promotion of Aviation
Athens Messenger
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George Clark
Oace, Er
Chara
Isobel
Port-au- Prince
Mystic Isle
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Marion White Opynght
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