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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1922
Page
4
Advertising rates on application at Home or Perelgr aficea with a nominal obituary charge for cards of banks. National Advertising Representatives are Robert Ward Inc. located at 601 Fifth Ave New York City and 6 South Wabash Avenue Chicago.
The article discusses lynching of foreigners in the United States, citing Congressman Dyer’s anti lynching bill and claims that the fourteenth amendment guarantees equal protection for all, Americans and foreigners alike. It argues responsibility lies with states where crimes occur to avoid international shaming, and notes related side remarks on travel, hoboes, cider, prohibition polls, and playful quips.
Ambassador Herrick, back from France, compares Europe’s crisis to Haig’s 1918 back to the wall moment. He warns a defeat now would nullify 1918 victory and urges full mobilization of all forces, cautioning Americans against isolationist rhetoric.
Tom Sims comments that early birds may still feel hungry before breakfast. He also notes the nickel cigar is back and that the rest has improved its strength.
In New York the National Association of Dancing Masters named tango fox trot straight waltz canter and hesitation as popular winter steps. Chicago master Jewis H. Kretlow noted jazz’s influence on dance while Major Ned Gaynor faulted modern training for poor posture and grip on partners.
Washington dispatch explains how tomatoes and other items have been classified as vegetables for tariff and commerce purposes. The Supreme Court backed treating tomatoes as vegetables for trade, with later cases about watermelons and avocados. The piece notes differing international classifications and the ongoing challenge of applying legal fruit vegetable lines to new products.
Roger W Babson argues for split labor groups in key industries with union and non union sectors. He favors conciliation in general industries and compulsory arbitration for railroads and coal mines under a nationwide board. He warns against full government control and predicts gradual adoption leading to fewer strikes and improved fall business.
An announced readers service offers to answer questions through The Athens Messenger Information Bureau in Washington DC. Readers are asked to submit questions plainly with full name address and age and must limit details.
Was a real person, William Kidd, known as Captain Kidd, born in Scotland about 1650 and living until 1701. He sailed as a trader from New York and was commissioned by William III of England as a privateer with permission to capture prizes. A company which may have
The text recounts pirate Captain Gardiner and his disputed piracy career, including execution after an unfair trial. It mentions buried treasures, the Quedagh Merchant’s capture near Gardiner's Island, and various sample Q and A questions with answers on topics from coinage to exports and inventions.
A vivid Orleans Ohio style column describes daily scenes around Athens during the fair. The writer notes colorful sights such as a bridal party at Justice Helwig, a miner on leave, a bakery vendor from Murray City, and passing crowds along Court Street. He muses on urban life, gossip, and local characters including a police chief, taxi drivers, red pop, a Jersey cow, and a bustling fair atmosphere with autos, hawkers, and townspeople.
A courthouse corner observer notes the Cedar Point raid by prohibition officers. He reports Alex Moore Eek Huggins and other friends are heading to the famous resort for a trip and shows skepticism they care about swimming.
A humorous verse notes the need for a lump sum to cover a purchase and warns of trimming expenses if funds fall short. The compact line emphasizes the squeeze of a single lump sum for a large buy.
Cards from Guy Fierce and Ma Ellis arrive with compliments on Magnetic Springs and Delaware Springs. Guy says Magnetic Springs is a wonderful place and that he is getting fat. He says nothing about his bald head. Ma Ellis reports resting nicely at Delaware Springs and amuses herself in vivid fashion.
The Order of Eastern Star annual picnic will be held at Benner's Lake this Saturday with McArthur Zaleski H arden and Wellston chapters participating. Planned events include a shoe race watermelon contest chewing gum marathon horseshoes peanut race and more with music described as entrancing and a note about edible cats.
Mrs Eliza Rannells about 61 died at her home with sister Mrs Pauline Bauman present in Columbus on Thursday evening August 24 from heart trouble. She lived in McArthur, Canal Winchester, then Columbus. Survived by brother Dr D A Rannells of Logan sisters Mrs Helena Posien and Mrs Pauline Bauman, four nephews and niece. Funeral at McArthur Episcopal church on Monday August 28 with burial in Elk cemetery.
Miss Cynthia McCarley hosts weekend guests including her sister Miss Nola McCarley and friend Miss Nita Quickle along with Mr Vinton Messrs Arnet Boster and Paul Hoskins from Gallipects.
Ex-Commissioner William Arbaugh, who runs a saw mill near New Philadelphia, is spending several days with his family.
Dr. Charles Chatfield, a chiropractor formerly of Murray City, has purchased the residence property of Recorder Jerry Martin in McArthur. The transfer marks a notable local real estate transaction involving a public official and a medical professional.
Mr and Mrs C E Allen of Mt Pleasant travel through Canada from Niagara Falls toward Detroit in a cross country sightseeing trip.
Clark Gaffney, who left Swan township 35 years ago for Cornland Illinois, visits relatives near his old home with grandson Willis Gaffney. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Earnhart plan a birthday surprise for his 70th birthday. Invited guests include Gaffney family members, Gusta Earnhart, O. A. Gaffney and son Ray, Mona Monahan, and five generations attend from ages 1 to 70.
The McArthur public schools will start September 4 led by Superintendent KE L Burns. Teaching staff includes high school principal Miss Anna Darby, Chester Allison, Miss Grace Loosboro, Miss Christine Ruffner. seventh and eighth grades Nicer Fri. sixth grade Miss Marie Splecht. fourth and fifth grades Miss Cynthia McCarley. fourth grade Miss Luella Asbury. third grade Miss Amanda Button. primary Miss Esther Taylor.
Medina Clay Products Company announces a new organization with a 3 percent plant at Chippewa Lake and a $200,000 capitalization. Elected directors include B. L. Puritan as president J. J. Puritan as vice president B. L. Cassady as secretary treasurer and Leo L. Cassady among others.
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