Athens Messenger page header and publication details
The Athens Messenger presents its fourth page with publisher names Frederick W. Bush and Gordon K. Bush and editor Charles H. Harris. It lists affiliations, circulation figures, and advertising rates, noting mail and carrier subscription options and regional pricing.
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Prederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO
Gordon K. Bush
Charles H. Harris
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Ohio
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Ohio Newspaper Association
Inland Daily Press Association
John W. Cullen Company
Chicago
New York
Detroit
Cleveland
Athens
Revelations of Leftleaning Leaders Stir Political Debate
The committee's disclosures about leaders with Communistic leanings echo long standing fears in US politics. Some citizens argue the New Deal doesn't go far enough while others warn of democratic erosion from both free thinkers and Red-baiters. The outcome depends on public reaction and counterpropaganda as views diverge.
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Congressional Committee
United States
Washington
Soviet Republic
President's Social Security Act anniversary sparks tax critique
Opinion notes pay cuts from the era and questions how IOUs replace wages. It argues the act diverts every cent into sustaining the New Deal, funded by motorists taxes, with a future need to repaid via new taxes. It likens the act to funds unavailable for beneficiaries.
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IOU
Ohio
White House
Federal Treasury
Youth Comes Through Rejuvenation of Athens County Fair
The Athens County Fair will showcase the efforts of young farmers and 4-H youths with exhibits and poultry shows taken over by the Future Farmers of America. The piece lauds how rural youths’ hands on work and improved livestock reflect their learning and industry, praising a decade of rural achievement in Athens County and nearby areas.
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Athens County
Two Few Draws Athenians Endure Summer Heat
Athenians living in the few draws have stored vitality through sleep to face the next day's tasks. The hills offer relief from winter winds but July and August bring heat and humidity as football practice begins, turning valleys into sweltering pools. After managing garden tasks, locals continue with daily routines.
Fair Enough by Westbrook Pegler
Westbrook Pegler recalls a 1930s exchange over tax scrutiny of public figures. He notes Congressman Treadway’s attempts to compel analysis of Jimmy Roosevelt’s tax returns and the committee’s refusal to call experts. Pegler frames the issue as a clash over legal loopholes and government revenue.
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New York
Jimmy Roosevelt
Congressman Treadway
Massachusetts
Jimmy
Collier's
House
Joint Committee On
Eaglet
Treadway
the Eaglet
Henry Morgenthau
Ham Fish
Henry
Hudson River
Dude Country
Congress
Behind the Scenes In Washington
Elmer F. Andrews, appointed administrator of the new wage hour law, quietly moves to Washington planning to run his own show. He aims to expand enforcement with independent legal and public relations divisions while wrestling with 25 cent hour and 44 hour week standards.
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Washington
Elmer F. Andrews
American Legion
Elmer
Andrews
Perkins
Albany
Roosevelt
Labor Department
Miss Perkins
Humidity and Cooling Air Bring Hopeful Turn
The speaker notes that humidity affects vigor and that the first cool nights revive strength and optimism for a new day. They speculate September could be as cool as last year, and mention a valley draft called a "draw" that carries cool air at night.
Public Forum Letters Claim Local Political Ties
The Messenger prints reader letters signed by W Jamison of Glouster and T J Farley of Nelsonville. Jamison attacks Athens County candidates and party figures, cites Sawyer Daugherty DeMolet, and calls for new leaders. Farley endorses Davey style reform, criticizes Roosevelt era politics, and urges tariff protection.
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the Messenger
Messenger
Carl Limbach
John DeMolet
Charlies Sawyer
Athens County
Oral Daugherty
Alfred Brown
Sawyer
John de Molet
Oral
Davey
Mr. Brown
DeMolet
Brown
Mr. Daugherty
Daugherty
John Owens
Daughtery
Owens
Pittsburgh
W. Jamison
Glouster
R. D
Viewpoint on county leaders and coal issues in Athens
In response to Mr. Dudash, the writer partially agrees but urges broader vision. They condemn the county administration including the PWA, County Commissioners, Engineer, and the county chairman for pressuring workers during the Jacksonville scale dispute. The piece critiques leaders aligned with Governor Davey and hints at the coal industry's influence in the region.
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the Messenger
Dudash
Athens
PWA
Grand and Noble County
J. L
Jacksonville
Davey
Ten Years Ago Highlights Include Curtis Nomination and Local Events
A look back recalls Senator Charles Curtis's Republican vice presidential nomination and various local notes. Dr and Mrs D Haskins vacationed at Elk River Miss Bery Cone and Miss Grace Webb tour Niagara Falls Montreal and Quebec by boat. Ohio University art leaders Ella E Borten and Mary Frances Goldsberry granted study abroad leaves. Houseguest Miss Clara Peoples from Huntington and plans for War Feature Pageant at Athens County Fair. Local draft law changes for 18 to 45 year olds and a Liberty Song Fest at the courthouse. Recent letters from France reach Mrs C F West, while families enjoy Buckeye Lake. Speakers at the Athens County Teacher's Institute include G F Morgan Rev D B Evans and Prof C I Martzolff.
Patrolman Ends Runaway Car Steers Vehicle to Safety
A Cleveland officer named George Jackson halted a stolen runaway car by jumping onto the running board, shutting off the ignition, and guiding it to the curb with seven children nearby. The thief fled as police closed in, the incident highlighting aviation radio progress boosting airline financial security through longer, cost efficient flights.
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Cleveland
George Jackson
Fall hay fever and regional pollen differences
Dr Morris Fishbein explains how fall hay fever is tied to ragweed and other plant pollens. He notes regional variations in ragweed presence across states such as Arizona New Mexico Utah Idaho Nevada California Oregon Washington and Wisconsin Minnesota coastlines and inland areas. He advises sufferers to identify substances causing reactions and test locations to minimize pollen exposure and symptoms.
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Morris Fishbein
Arizona
New Mexico
Utah
Idaho
Nevada
California
Oregon
Washington
Northwest
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Ashland
Wis
Duluth
Minn
Arrowhead Country
Becaus
Maine
Pine Woods
Rustlers Reported Steal Calf in East Attleboro Farm
Cattle rustlers stole a calf from Antone Vincents farm in East Attleboro Massachusetts. Automobile tire marks indicate the method used by the thieves. Several other cattle thefts have been reported in Bristol county, an area with many dairy farms.
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Attleboro
Mass
Antone Vincent
Bristol County
Restatorium scheme sparks bank showdown and romance
In Connecticut a half ownership of a vacant home fuels a plan to run a Restatorium. Sally Pennington and Kinkaid Parker face mortgage delays as Spencer Ames refuses extensions while Wilton Ames pressures his father and courts Sally. A magician joins the plot as tensions rise and loyalties clash.
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Kinkaid Parker
Connecticut
Sally Pennington
Wilton Ames
Pierre
Sally
Kinks
Wilton
Preston
Great Divide
Zip
Parker
Wall Street
Spencer Ames
Miss Pennington
Pennington
Ames
Spencer
Mr. Parker
Wilon
Winstock
Old Kenworthy
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