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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1934
Page
4
The piece notes Congress hearings on legalizing lotteries, arguing taxation could fund government while countering racketeers. It compares Wall Street profits and public tax gains, contends gambling demoralizes yet persists, and cites widespread weekly losses to illegal games as motivation for reform.
The State Department disapproves of Americans enlisting for combat in Colombia but notes such ventures are longstanding. The piece cites American and foreign volunteers in Latin American conflicts, comparing to the French Foreign Legion and historic soldier of fortune exploits.
The article argues that bond debt for roads and schools burdens operating costs in taxing districts. It notes districts seek lighter debt loads, diverting funds from road improvements to relief needs, and compares debt discipline to individual behavior. It urges continued spending on durable public works to boost activity and asks readers to contact their congressman about taxes.
Washington observers say the Roosevelt administration will reject Tokyo’s control of China relations and highlight limits on civilian aviation training, loan decisions, and Nine Power Pact violations. Officials privately signal a strong response, whether measured or forceful, as Japan presses influence in China.
The article argues Japan seeks Far East domination through diplomacy and commerce, recounting the peace note and renewed campaigns. It then details Chairman Steagall’s misfiled McLeod Bill petition, the committee’s invalid afternoon meeting, its withdrawal, and a corrective morning session causing a near week delay to the vote.
The McLeod Bill gains backing from rural voters and bank sufferers while the President opposes its passage. It would direct government reimburse those who lost money in banks and could boost congressional support similar to veterans’ pressure.
March department store sales rose sharply by 44 percent, signaling broader prosperity. American Federation of Labor figures show worker income increasing 41 percent from 1.784 billion to 2.52 billion dollars in the year ending March 1934, suggesting higher purchasing power and a revived economy.
A reflective piece by Heywood Braun on personal bias and the journalist’s struggle with detachment. He recounts attempting to boost his ego in front of observers, then confronting the likelihood he will never be praised as a distinguished news gatherer. He laments a persistent one-sided vision over twenty five years.
The city editor expected a brief 100 word piece on the sabre toothed tiger talk at the Museum of Natural History. The author recalls failed drafts, a calm professor, and a shift from science to sports in the newsroom.
The columnist recalls a tense Wirt hearing second session where McGugin of Kansas heckled Mary Taylor while Dr Wirt identified her as a red revolutionary. The scene exposed strain on press decorum as witnesses faced heated questioning and public scrutiny.
After a hearing I confronted Doctor Wirt about rumored perjury indictments and questioned how his testimony aligns with six witnesses today. He avoided comment, deflecting to Senate Reed for counsel and offering no further reply.
A fragment notes Dr Charles H. Smith of New York recommends buying several handkerchiefs during a cold. The text then shifts to a remark about Biblical knowledge and a British antiquarian Sir Charles Marston, without clear context or continuity.
The article argues family well being hinges on the mother's health and the father's role as provider. It urges sharing burdens, reducing stress, and yearly physical exams for middle aged mothers to detect heart and kidney issues and possible tumors, while noting fathers carry private worries especially during economic hardship.
A columnist questions changing teen romance norms, arguing petting and casual kissing harm future marriage prospects. The piece warns against cheap spooning at dances and suggests such behavior erodes sanctity and leads to cynical views of coupling and divorce.
A Midwest woman sought jail via a judge but failed due to lack of political influence. The note mentions Wilbur Glenn Voliva, Zion leader, railing about the earth being flat while avoiding capture.
A humorously tangled note places the Histerhot on a Hermannsburger Heide farm in Lower Saxony with claims of 1100 years of possession by the Hiesterman family. It cites 1330 lease records in Hanover archives, a homestead built 1.10 years ago for Hoesen inhabitants, and an odd law about white horses crossing the lister stable. Tomorrow: Freeing 40.00.00 ud.
The piece compiles quotes from Congress critics led by Louis T. McFadden alleging the Federal Reserve System is a private bank cartel that dominates U S currency, controls banks and policy, and threatens national sovereignty. It singles out James Warburg and Kuhn Loeb as foreign-influenced figures in Treasury affairs.
A Millfield note dated April 21 voices pension cuts and post office pay squeezes amid criticism of the federal government and bankers. The writer recalls reforms against money changers and laments burdens shifting to the people, mentioning figures like McFadden and Delano Roosevelt era policy scrutiny.
Four new gas wells were drilled and a quarter well on Duniavy Township was noted. The American Legion members A D Bailey Bert Watkins and others were listed amid various notes. A Ruble Theater loss and a Kiwanis Club meeting led by De W A Matheny are mentioned.
A wedding unites Miss Rose Fo with the son of Mr and Mrs Joseph F and Gree ham at St Pauls Church. Secretary of State W J Bry discusses diplomatic ties with Huerts Mexico as Americans die in conflict. Various locals including Mrs Frank Rauch and graduates from New Mare School are noted among community names.
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