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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1931

Page

18

Reverie and Romance Tempered by Duty in Liane’s World

In a sunlit seaside resort Liane Barrett, 19, grows torn between longing for former lover Van Robard and her engagement to Clive Cleespaugh. As they travel to Washington and confront class pressures, Liane questions loyalty, love, and a future shaped by social expectations.

Liane Barrett van Robard Muriel Ladd Liane Casett Cass Long @ cummer Barretts Cleespaugh Hen Cass Cileesh Clive Cleespaugh Clive Rebard Tressa Amberton Cleespaughs Rob'd Washington

Church Destruction R S Note Extract on Communist Propaganda

An article excerpt from the Fish Committee report summarizes how communists in the United States view religion, recounting persecution in Soviet Russia, Vatican protests, and the anti religious push. It notes bishops priests rabbis and ministers persecuted, church closures, and a vow by American communists to deny belief in a Supreme Being. It closes with a continuation note.

Fish Committee House of Representatives Garher United States Moscow Berlin Paris London New York Los Angeles Soviet Russia God Communist Party Ods Siberia Osservatore Romano Vatican Pious XI Russia J. Louis Engdahl International Labor Defense Engdahl

Holzer Discusses Potential Cancer Cure Advances

Dr. Charles H. Holzer of Gallipolis told Athens Rotary and Kiwanis clubs that a great percentage of cancer is curable in early stages. He urged presenting true facts to reduce mental suffering and encourage early treatment, noting cancers vary in type and behavior.

Charles H. Holzer Gallipolis Athens Holzer

Heart of a Wife in a Play Endangers Dicky’s Image

Adelle Garrison notes how a comedy relief character in her third act mirrors her husband Dicky, provoking anxiety over possible recognition. She fears his anger if lines echo his speeches and contemplates removing the caricature to protect their relationship and future drama.

Madge Dicky Dickey Jack Bickett Fort Philip Vertigen Charnea Iicky Fite Thun

Cancer Causes and Treatment Explained by Doctor

A doctor explains that cancer starts as a local cell group and grows variably, sometimes rapidly or slowly. He notes cancer is not contagious or a blood disease, is not hereditary except in new forms, and emphasizes early detection through annual medical exams.

Stars Say- For Wednesday August 5

The horoscope notes likelihood of completion and confusion in private and business affairs. Neptune suggests secrecy and cunning to avoid major disturbances. Those born on this day may need diplomacy to redirect unstable matters toward safety and gain. Notable nativity: De Maupassant.

Neptune de Maupassant

Refuse Permit To Land Here On British Stowaway Case

Boston August 4 Immigrant officials say Peter Russell stranded on the Winona County between ports cannot land due to birthplace uncertainties. He was a British stowaway deported a month ago and now remains aboard the vessel awaiting settlement of his citizenship claim as authorities indicate Russell’s American citizenship is not valid.

Boston U.pe Edward Everett Hale Peter Russell Winona County Manchester Liverpool Cork Russell United States Joseph V. Mitchell BR. Atherton U. S. Bannack Baltimore

Sailor on Belleflower stowaway case unsettled

The crew reports a stowaway on the S S Belleflower, Captain Atherton, with the Cork ship involved. The master denies responsibility for Russell and remains bound for his appearance until British and American authorities resolve the matter.

Cork Atherton Russell Suema

Hospital Notes From Sheltering Arms Hospital

Weekly patient list includes Charles L. Block Athena fractured right leg and Ralph Darat accident. A H Grim Jerseyville finger amputation. Convalescents include Ralph Miller and baby daughter Athena Milo Frussell Millfield accident John Shannon Athena major operation. Dismissals include Mrs Donald Clutter and daughter Athena Mrs L R Allen and daughter Athena Richard Anderrick New Marshfield major operation and Mine Nancy Odell Lansdowne Pa accident.

Sheltering Arms Hospital Charles L. Block Athena Ralph Darat Carpenter A. H. Grim Jerseyville Mra Ralph Miller Milo Frussell Millfield John Shannon Donald Clutter Athens L. R. Allen Richard Anderrick New Marshfield Nancy Odell Lansdowne, Pa

4 H Club News Plans Fishing Trip

The Waglea 4 H Club met at the home of Richard and Robert Smith Friday evening July 1. Members present included Lee Dorr Lewis Smith Kenneth Leoffier Robert Smith Ruth Matthews Thelma Smith Howard Starlin Anna Brarlin and Richard Smith. A fishing trip was planned for the next meeting on August 7. Ice cream and cake were served by Mrs. A Smith.

Waglea Richard and Robert Smith Lee Dorr Lewis Smith Kenneth Leoffier Ruth Mathews Thelma Smith Howard Starlin Anna Brarlin Richard Smith Mra. Bt A. Smith

Pickling Without Cooking Ideas for Summer Tastes

Home cook offers uncooked pickle and relish recipes to avoid heating on hot days. Includes Tomato Pickle using ripe tomatoes onions peppers and horseradish with vinegar and spices. Beet and Cabbage Mix uses raw cabbage cooked beets horseradish sugar salt and pepper.

Simple Soap and Water Is an Ideal Disinfectant

Royal S Copeland argues that soap and water, plus cleanliness and air, are the best disinfectants. He cautions against overreliance on strong chemical agents, notes isolation for the sick, and cites hospital practices of handwashing with soap and water before operations.

World s Loss When Old Hymns Go

Writer laments fading old hymns as England drafts a new hymn book and readers reminisce about familiar tunes. The piece mixes memory with small scenes at home from gingerbread to a festival, musings on faith and changing times.

England Inca Sharon Lucy Sally

Zaleski Man Hurt In Motor Accident

A Zaleski man, about 55, suffered skull fracture and serious injuries to the neck and back when a car along the Zaleski Pratteville road veered into the side of a bridge. Dave Watkins drove the car. Thomas Watkins injured but not seriously. Shipley received surgical care before being sent to St Francis Hospital in Columbus.

Mcarthur Dave Thomas Watkinge Zaleski-Pratteville Dave Watkins Wheel-About-Creek Luther McKibben Shipley H. S. James St. Francis Hospital Thomas Watkins

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