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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1938

Page

4

The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co. page

Athens newspaper details former editor staff and publishing info. Subscription rates listed by carrier and mail across multiple Ohio counties with annual and short term options.

Frederick W. Bush Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO Gordon K. Bush Charles H. Harris Athens Gallia Hocking Meigs Morgan Vinton Washington

Rapid Solve Prompts Athens County Station Murder

Police praise swift capture of three suspects in the brutal killing of Athens County filling station operator John O'Brien. Interagency cooperation and continuous pursuit led to quick arrests, underscoring the district's resolve to curb violent crime. The case is hailed as a deterrent to budding criminals in Southeastern Ohio.

Athens County Ohio John O’brien Kellers

Stress on coal use urged to save industry future

A West Virginia coal man argues that prioritizing utilization over production is essential as markets shrink. He says cooperation among operators, miners, and communities is needed to educate the public, combat competition from oil and gas, and restore coal’s appeal, hoping for a regional revival despite declines in production and old payrolls.

West Virginia Hocking Valley United States

Despite Rumors, War Unlikely Between Japan and Russia

Analysis notes Japan faces heavy China war costs and troop strains in Manchukuo while considering withdrawing forces. Russia holds 300,000 to 600,000 nearby troops with submarines at Vladivostok and faces wider European tensions. Both powers show restraint as industrial readiness gaps persist.

Manchukuo Japan China Shanghai Nanking Russia Vladivostok France Hitler

Promissory land inventor seeks US mandate

From Los Angeles and New York comes Professor Oscar Bush a self styled world wide congressman proposing a created money system via government funded coupon books called God's coupons. He claims to have met with President Roosevelt and urges mass distribution by Christmas while denying taxation or interest.

New York Los Angeles Upton Sinclair Dr. Townsend Oscar Bush California United States South Broadway Roosevelt Marvin McIntyre Bush Beast Professor Bush Townsend Congress Mr. Roosevelt David Cushman Coyle

Behind the Scenes In Washington

Washington report notes Dr. Stanley High publically mocked by the White House for predicting a liberal conservative split in the Democratic Party. His Feb 6 1937 article, titled Whose Party Is It, foresaw Vice President Garner as the likely restorer of old Democratic order by 1940.

Washington Stanley High White House High Roosevelt Supreme Court Democratic Party Liberal Party Carter Glass John Garner al Smith Jim Reed John W. Davis Garner Paul McNutt Harry Byrd Bennett Clark

London society trends and oddities in the news

A broad survey notes London society women adopting tattooing, a first diamond zipper released, and a dog beauty parlor opening in Los Angeles. German scientists claim crustless bread could alter hair and race stereotypes amid tense Russia Japan tensions with border clashes.

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Public Forum Letter discusses Russellism and scripture harmony

Leonard Tucker of Athens protests Mr. Bryan's treatment of Russellism. He argues harmonizing scriptures prove Russell's teaching, cites II John 7 and I Timothy 2:6 9, claims Jesus gave his flesh for the world and warns against destroying the flesh while questioning where the assimilated body of matter went. He invites Mr. Bryan to explain. July 26.

the Messenger Mr. Bryan Russell Russellian Teaching, As Stated By Mr. Bryan Mr. Russell Christ Jesus Jesus Calvary Adam

WE the WOMEN: Advice on heartbreak and moving on

Ruth Millett offers guidance to women facing a lost romance. Do not linger in grief or cling to past loves. Preserve self respect, stay active, and pursue new relationships to heal. The piece argues that a fresh romance is the sure cure for lingering heartbreak.

Daredevil J. M. Diehl thrills Athens crowd

Ten years ago the Athens County Court house event drew about 2000 spectators as Daredevil J M Diehl scaled the courthouse. Golf pro Art Smith left for Cincinnati for a short stay. W W Coe and wife resumed life at home after a farm visit near Guysville. Bridget Gallagher wed Michael Paul Shannon at St Pauls Catholic. Helen Peoples visited Columbus on business. Twenty years back Vesle river stand recounted with Fismes battles and 700 plus American casualties. Mrs F W Bush planned a Chicago vacation. Mrs J M Higgins headed to Boston to see kin. John Shields reported overseas arrival of son Bird with Battery C 136th FA.

Heart Health and Reserve Power Under Strain

Dr Morris Fishbein explains heart function and reserve power, how overtaxing factors raise failure risk, and why rest is essential. It notes signs of heart failure like breathlessness and blue-tinged skin, and advises reducing exertion and maintaining rest, with severe cases needing bed rest.

Zaleski Brief Personal and Social Mention

Mr. and Mrs. Cline Jenkins and son Ray were called to New Boston for the death of William Jenkins. Funeral services were held Friday. Mrs. George McKibben and family attended multiple funerals in Columbus and Chillicothe. The piece notes visits by McKibben relatives, local move ins and outs, and a lengthy western trip by Mr. and Mrs. J E King with friends from Athens visiting Hollywood, sixteen states and Mexico.

R. H. Thomas Lester Good Long Bottom Edward Hayman Dan Allis Columbus George McKibben Frank Bighouse Henry Bighouse Cleveland Cincinnati Zaleski James Dennis Dennis Florence Hayes Ella Murray Donald Miller Flora Dee Shipley Sallie Huhn Estelle Shaffer Chillicothe Anna Jacobs Harry Hulbert McArthur Mike Butler James McKibben Helen McKibben Osu R. O. Walthall Jamestown Charles Lane William Moore Dayton John Button New Lexington New Marshfield J. E. King Athens Mrs. King Hollywood Cal Gerald King Mexico

Poet's Corner Verses and Enchanted Shrine Tales

Readers submit poems bearing name and address. The column features memoriallike verses and reflective pieces about travel, longing, nature, and faith. Notable entries include a humorous spoof about Douglas Corrigan and longing for an untamed, quiet woodland shrine, plus a dawn poem and youthful reflections from Ohio contributors.

Messenger

Mystery on a Wyoming ranch strands Nikki and crew

Nikki Jerome and Steve Mallory confront Sarto and armed cohorts at a Wyoming ranch. After a tense standoff, Woody traps Sarto, Rance is wounded, and Steve subdues the gang while Uncle Jim tenders the injured. Fiske reveals clues as to his role and Bancroft’s fate, setting up the cliffhanger.

Nikki Jerome Steve Mallory Nikki Wyoming Peter Jerome New York Sarto Rance Vv Sarto Steve Woody Fiske Handylegs Bancroft Mallory Uncle Jim Jim

They Say No Use Worrying Over Utah Dead Sea Size

A. B. Burton the geologist warns Utah's dead sea is expanding while Abraham Levine notes he has not seen a game despite 15 years with the Cleveland Indians. Homer Cummings argues America grows yet preserves its freedom amid change.

Utah Dead Sea A. B. Burton Abraham Levine Cleveland Indians America Homer &. Cummings

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