This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1935
Page
4
Gordon K. Bush is identified as Publisher and Manager while Charles H. Harris serves as Managing Editor in the newspaper bylines.
The piece warns that Italian aggression toward Ethiopia could spark wider conflict among major powers. It argues Britain and France must protect trade routes and colonial interests, while Germany Japan and Italy pursue expansion, challenging the League of Nations and neutral stances as interests override peace.
WPA officials plan to employ thousands of jobless writers to produce a comprehensive five volume guide to the United States. The work will catalog scenic and historic spots, museums, libraries, restaurants, lodging, and other travel essentials to aid American travelers.
The Federation of British Industries calls unemployment problems solvable in less than ten years after government data show a drop below two million for the first time since 1930. Despite a long struggle Britain remains determined and hopeful in fighting the crisis.
Washington reports that eight months show stability at about 80 percent of normal across major indices. Prices rise to five year highs while production and employment lag, consumer buying shifts to appliances and travel, yet real estate and housing investments remain weak.
Over the last three weeks steel operations rose to about 50 percent capacity from 30 percent in early July. Demand grows from agricultural implements to auto production, with power output hitting a new record and lumber improving. An industrial production index around 92 is hoped for by September.
The report attributes building contract gains mainly to PWA influence, with July as a peak period and steady private residential activity after a summer surge. Department store sales appear affected by possible adjusted-figure defects. Coal demand shows erratic swings as consumer sentiment shifts between fear of strikes and calm, with a cautious yawn prevailing.
The piece argues that free college education for youths instead of labor camps or military service will yield better citizens. It notes about one hundred thousand students benefited last year and predicts over double that next year, citing a university where nine-tenths of aided students earned above average grades. it calls the make-shift plan sound and temporarily protective for jobless youths.
Barbers are ordered to report any subversive conversations among patrons, creating a place where customers may fear speaking freely. The directive assigns barbers a role in enforcing state control over speech. The measure highlights pervasive surveillance and restrictions across social spaces.
Report says Max Baer plans to use a crouch tactic in his scheduled fight with Louis. After a few rounds, a coach will likely be substituted, signaling strategic adjustments during the match.
The piece recounts early Stedman family settlers in Rome Township Athens County 1804 1805 judge Eli Levi and Julius Stedman soldiers and officials in Ohio and Meigs Counties. It notes Long Bottom Meigs settlers Rairdon Coleman Buffington and early stores near Forked Run plus Scotch settlers Sterling Bottom 1811 and Duke of Duval island tied to Phillip Buffington a French rock carving near Antiquity and a 1749 lead plate near Pt Pleasant.
A reader contribution from Mrs. Mary Wahl of Glouster Ohio expresses longing and heartache. The verse laments unfulfilled solace and yearning despite social company and smiles, pleading for someone dear.
A collection of remarks from Senator Tom Connally and Rep Hamilton Fish criticizing pacifism and the New Deal. Governor Alfred E. Smith defends property as fruit of labor while Lincoln is cited.
Edna Harpold of Chester Ohio complains about a road in San Antonio Texas that was graded and filled with gravel then deteriorated. She laments muddy conditions, blocked access, and inadequate repairs, noting the trustee dismissed blame and suggesting flights as the only travel option.
News item recalls Miss Blanche Walden’s post tour return visiting Nashville and other southern western cities. Mentions detours on Athens-Pomeroy Road due to construction and notes slippery conditions along the route.
Acting state director L T M L Boulay fixed September 4 as the deadline for Ohio applications for loans and grants under the Public Works Administration. Representative J W Wadsworth of New York, referencing an arms embargo provision, notes the hypothetical impact on colonial independence if such a policy existed in 1776.
Yesterday's cartoon depicts a little burro delivering mail on a 25 mile round trip between Quartzville and Roberts Oregon. The burro travels rugged mountain road alone carrying orders to a placer mine operators, announcing arrival with a bray instead of a whistle. The strip also references Hans Nelson of Minneapolis and a shrinking mechanism arising from calcium function.
Jo Darien wanders through a forest after losing her way from Crest Lake Inn. She clings to a fallen tree, fears wild animals, and follows faint light toward a road. A large sedan arrives. Babs Montgomery, driving, offers help as Jo collapses with relief.
A Health Hints column by Dr. Morris Fishbein cites 1930 statistics showing rural residents average four to five years longer life than city dwellers. City born children average 56.73 years, country born 62.09. at age 50 urban men average 19.78 more years while rural men reach 23.39. Women show similar gaps.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.