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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1920

Page

4

Ohio Voters Face Crucial Primary With Harding at Center

The piece urges Ohio Republicans to choose between loyalty to party and personal preference as they vote in the upcoming primary. It notes Ohio’s pivotal role, the potential impact on national leadership, and the view that 1920 will be a Republican year with Warren G. Harding as a leading candidate.

Ohio United States Warren G. Harding Mr. Harding Hayes Grant Garfield McKinley Chicago Harding

Labor and Politics Stir Athens County Primary

Local labor factions condemn Harding and Pomerine for Esch Cummins votes while miners press for a six hour day. The piece questions Gen Wood’s capital backing and militarist stance, urging labor to choose consistency and vote in Tuesday’s primary.

Athens County Harding Pomerine Foster General Wood

Opinion excerpt on Berlin revolt and postwar leadership

Reprinted opinion from the New York Tribune argues the Berlin overturn returns the war’s crew and ruthless rule. It states the Scheideman Ebert republic is a deceptive camouflage and the Kaiser serves Ludendorff’s interests.

NEW York Tribune Berlin Kaiser Ludendorff

Women Consider Gingham Calico Clubs To Cut Costs

Idith F. Moriarty argues that women forming clothing clubs to wear gingham and calico could backfire. High prices for cheap fabrics would hurt stores and push up costs for all, creating a vicious cycle. Proposes thrift clubs using old garments instead of new purchases.

H. C Idith F. Moriarty

Despot Cabrera Ousted After 22 Years Rule in Guatemala City

The long rule of Manuel Estrada Cabrera ends as rebels attack Guatemala City and officials say he may be captured. Born 1857 at Quezaltenango, Cabrera rose from vice presidency to dictator after Barrios’s 1898 death. Supporters point to finances, public works, and modern schools despite cruel methods.

Manuel Estrada Cabrera Guatemala Guatemala City Cabrera Quezaltenango Department of Retalhuleu Barrios Vna

War aims and propaganda in postwar Europe

The author argues that Germany sought lenient terms by presenting itself as reformed to gain favorable terms from the Allies. It condemns the spread of propaganda that credits the war’s outcome to moral awakening and Creel’s circulars rather than brave soldiers and sacrifice. The piece denounces an imagined modern campaign of deceit shaping public opinion.

Germany Wilson Creel Circulara

For Sale Second-hand Bicycle by a Lady

A used bicycle offered by a woman seller features a bent handlebar and practical condition. The ad notes its appearance and fitness for daily use with no other details provided.

Amesville Weather Strikes Hit Bridges Roads Flooding

Heavy rains and winds crippled Amesville area causing widespread ground damage and floodings. Bridges near Hines Crossing and Sharpsburg settled or broke, tunnels north of town suffered damage while rail traffic faced disruption.

Local visitors and moves fill weekend notes

New Marshfield hosts Mr and Mrs Chester Carmichae of Barberton while Mrs P Jones welcomes the couple. Mrs M L Sherman and Edna visit Athens relatives. Mr and Mrs Joseph Estep of Athens visit Ed Pidcock's parents. Ancil Davis moves into Bowman property. Miss Leola Wolf visits from Bicknell for summer with Mrs Fred McLead. Mrs Fred Herron visits her mother in Athens. Bernice Bratton goes to Athens for a job with Lancaster Creamery. J W Boyd of Caldwell visits town. Rev Wm Genheimer and Rev Leslie Dabritz plan church meetings at the M P church next Sunday night. all are invited.

Chester Carmichae Barberton P. Jones M. L. Sherman Edna Athens Joseph Estep Ed. Pidcock Ancil Davis Bowman Leola Wolf Bicknell Fred MclLead Fred Herron Bernice Bratton Lancaster Creamery Company J. W. Boyd Caldwell Wm. Genheimer Leslie Dabritz M. P

Eight Grade Commencement at Alexander Township

Hebbardsville held an eight months term closing with a noon picnic dinner. Visitors included William Clendenin and wife of Five Points and many from Athens. George Wakefield bought a Ford truck. The eighth grade graduates’ commencement is set for Sunday evening May 2 at the Presbyterian church with all welcome.

Clarence Johnson William Clendenin George Wakefield James Klingenberg Athens Ellery Michaels Henry Rhodes William Hahn Clark Hindwell C. B. Hahn Charles Whaley James Whaley William Austin Alexander Township Presbyterian Church

Mine foreman fired for cruel handling of pony

Messenger reports John Cox was dismissed for allowing abuse of a pony at L D Poston Co mine. Testimony claims a 250 volt current was applied and the animal burned with calcium carbide to force movement, a point the Humane Society official Candus Martzolff disputes as intentional.

the Messenger Messenger John Cox L. D. Poston & Co Candus Martzolff Sec Athens Co Humane Society

Better Than Calomel Dr Edwards Olive Tablets

Dr Edwards Olive Tablets offer a mild laxative substitute for calomel with quick liver relief and no after effects. They preserve teeth, reduce dullness and constipation, and lift spirits. available in 10c and 50c sizes.

Dr. Edwards Edwards

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