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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1937
Page
4
The Athens Messenger dates to 1825 with Frederick W. Bush as publisher from 1896 to 1929. Published weekdays and a large Sunday edition. Rates include carrier 15c weekly and mail options from 4.50 yearly with various regional charges.
The piece critiques a presidential speech using Macaulay to attack democracy. It notes Macaulay favored rule by a select class and warned that pure democracy would destroy liberty, contrasting this with present American progress toward democracy.
A critic argues that modern newsstands push sex filled literature fueling perversion in cities and towns. He cites nude imagery and risky stories as fodder for weak readers, noting thrill mags rely on suggestive covers. The author says such material surpasses mail regulations and harms society.
The article argues that despite hostess trends on railroads, Pullman porters will remain a staple. It notes porters' distinctive presence in smokers and their enduring role even as hostesses gain flair and visibility. References to loyalty and tradition anchor the piece.
The Treasury will distribute revised income tax forms starting January 2 to ease filing before the March 15 deadline. The new form targets the general taxpayer and aims to simplify returns for higher earners and corporations, reducing the burden of payment.
Testimony says a Mount Clemens man was struck in the neck by an egg thrown by his wife. The disturbance led to a divorce following the dispute.
A charitable person hopes the affluent neighbor who spent the summer in England finds better luck in locating a suitable item or opportunity than usual.
In a Washington column Raymond Clapper notes two key stats: civilian government payrolls at 841,664 on June 30 and a public debt peak near 37 billion dollars. He argues higher costs persist despite strong business activity and outlines hopes for revenue gains while warning of continued federal spending and political reluctance to raise taxes.
The article weighs Roosevelt's failing push for court reform and the administration's misread of public support. It cites advisers split on strategy, his vacation away from leadership, and doubts about his political mastery amid a stalled 75th Congress. Also notes lingering bets on future anti court moves and the Chesapeake Bay summit.
John Ponn of Gloucester argues against new foreign wars and for national and international planning to ensure peace. He criticizes naval interventions tied to oil interests, calls for ending war profits, and urges stronger defense while warning on debt. The piece ends noting the British Isles have 4995 motion picture theaters.
Poet’s Corner presents verses by Dwight I. Roush of Springfield Ohio praising ancestral ties to Virginia Pennsylvania and Rhineland. The piece reflects homeland hospitality faith and labor with a refrain of returning across oceans to roots and free ideals.
Dr Morris Fishbein notes the pineal gland lies at the brain base and remains largely mysterious in function. When enlarged it may block cerebrospinal fluid flow causing high brain pressure and possible death. Animal studies with pineal extracts show doubtful effects on sex glands and growth. No reliable extraction method exists yet.
Detective Bob McTavish recaptures the emerald from Professor Bracey after a staged chase during a Duchess ball. Kathleen O'Shane and Bob confess love, plan to share a single studio and a future free of fear, while Pat revels in Mulligan humor.
Summary of Ohio Company land practices setting aside Section 29 for religion and the long term ministerial land holdings including acres, lots, and cash reserves. Notes the trustees’ governance, annual meetings, and pro rata distributions to religious societies based on member counts. Also mentions New Jersey railway mileage.
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