Southeastern Ohio roads demand action over political delays
A county editorial blasts state and federal highway neglect in Athens and Southeastern Ohio. It criticizes uneven funding, unfinished routes like Route 31 and U S 50 segments, and patches that insult voters while urging a vote for road improvements beyond political politicking.
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Athens County
Nelsonville
Athens
Ohio
Plains
State Highway Department
U. S. 50
Richland Avenue
Fisher's Station
Carthage Gap
Coolville
Sugar Creek
Highway Department
Columbus
Public executions spark moral debate after Kentucky hanging
The article notes a nationwide fascination with a Kentucky public execution, describing the crowd as blood thirsty and morbid. It compares the event to the Hauptmann case and says thousands traveled to witness the hanging, treating it as a grim holiday and sensational spectacle.
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Kentucky
Hauptmann
New Jersey
Republican Campaign Planners Weigh New Landon Tactics
Washington report outlines suggested Landon campaign shifts including limited speeches, a broad six week rail tour, and a publicity drive highlighting London’s persona with human-interest vignettes. It notes Roosevelt’s West trip aims for snappier, straighter messaging.
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Washington
Landon
London
Roosevelt
La Follette Civil Liberties Probe Now Solo Act
The listening Senate committee dwindles to La Follette alone after Murphy's death and Thomas's August September absence. Unanimous consent governs actions as he targets labor and steel with rumored advisers like John L. Lewis and Roosevelt. Also notes Ethiopia’s fake conquest and Van Engert’s looming departure.
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la Follette
Murphy
Thomas
Senator la Follette
John L. Lewis
Roosevelt
Government eyes broader embargo over munitions
The American government might join an embargo on munitions if U S gangsters are added to the blacklist alongside Spain, signaling a policy shift toward wider sanctions.
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U. S
Spain
Odd News Tidbits Stir Curious Headlines
An ToWan discovers hens yield 365 eggs a year sparking chatter about campaign hecklers. Prof. Einstein allegedly recalculates the outer universe amid talk of the League of Nations. Eastern mills report woolen underwear demand as red flannels become itchy. Greece eyes Mr Metaxas as a strong leader, while droughts push corn-fed girls to be valued highly.
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An ToWan
Spectacle Echoes Brutal Arena Past
The scene described involved intense violence as people attempted to steal clothing from a dead man and witnessed a shocking display. The passage suggests a disturbing throwback to ancient times when crowds enjoyed blood sports and public torture. The comparison implies lingering appeal of brutal spectacles.
District Tales of Long Ago Rediscover Local Pioneers
Rev Isaac Reynolds a New York native who studied at Ohio University founded a Burlington Circuit ministry and helped Convert James Gilruth a noted Methodist. He later served Letart Lebanon and Great Bend while Lucius Cross built mills and a sober home near Racine and Meigs County families thrived.
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Isaac Reynolds
New York State
Ohio University
Athens
John Stewart
Methodist Church
Reynolds
Burlington
James Gilruth
Letart
Lebanon Township
Great Bend
Lucius Cross
Connecticut
Marietta
Sutton Township
Meigs County
Racine
Bowman's Run
Graham Station
Cross
Thomas Alexander
Letart Township
William
Thomas
Isabel
Daniel Bibbee
William Alexander
Poet Verses and Reader Submissions in Messenger Corner
Poet verses from Messenger readers share imagery of mountains streams solitude and home. The column cites names and addresses and includes verses by RESSIF W GORSLENFE of Athens Ohio and DOROTHY KUNTZ of Pomeroy Ohio with notes on reception and publication.
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Messenger
Cataracts and Their Treatments From Eye Specialists
Cataracts vary in form and progression and cannot be cured by eye drops or injections. Surgical removal after full development is the only definite cure. early refractive correction and proper nutrition may aid the incipient stage. Seek expert ophthalmic care to monitor growth and decide timing of surgery.
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Capitol
Roosevelt
Morris Fishbein
They Say and Quips From a Turbulent Era
A 30 day series of baths in Europe is urged to build gratitude and national loyalty. Daniel C. Roper notes audiences resist in other ways, while Daniel Frohman mocks intellectual plays. Max Schmeling mocks Jimmy Braddock’s injuries delaying a bout. The Count of Covadonga, son of ex king Alfonso, is referenced as a royal hint.
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Daniel C. Roper
Daniel Frohman
Atage
Spain
Count
Covadonga
Alfonso
Osceola Firefighters Accused Of Starting Brush Blaze
Citizens in Osceola report a large brush fire seen from town but cannot locate fire crews. Later authorities admit city firemen started the blaze with burning brush. The article notes 10 000 to 20 000 drawings used for a ten foot short film in animation, compared with 38 000 in earlier days.
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Osceola
U.P
Molly Milford Imposter Holds Off Robbers with Boyfriend Aid
In Thornton a gang led by Steve Black corners Molly Milford and Brent Stuart as ransom schemes collide with police. Molly feigns amnesia to mislead captors while Brent pleads for her to reveal truth and escape. Police encircle the hideout as tension rises.
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Thornton
Stephen
Black
Louis
Steve
Molly Milford
Molly
Brent
Steve Black
Today Is Ours serial ends with happy couple marriage ask
In this final installment Brent Stuart and Molly Milford escape danger with police help after uncovering a gang linked to a bank job. The couple returns to the Milford estate and plans to marry as crowds cheer their safety.
Land of dreams and a noted poet Vivian Johnson
A poetic piece titled The Land Where Dreams Come True by Vivian Johnson appears with a signature and address 84 Angle Ave Logan Ohio. The page also features a news brief about a driverless car hitting W A Snider 74 breaking his leg and a Kansas farm note on Virgil Unruh resigning as county agent to become a farmer.
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Vivian Johnson
Angle Ave
Logan, O
W. A. Snider
Lakin
Kan
Virgil Unruh
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