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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1921
Page
8
A 1921 United Press analysis discusses postwar debt and disarmament. It argues delaying repayment and debt cancellation could ease security concerns and aid world peace, while prompt repayment might hinder amity among nations and reinforce wartime alliances.
Claire Windsor, the film star once linked to Charlie Chaplin by Dame Rumor, tells reporters she will say nothing about the comedian beyond calling him a nice man. She then fixes reporters with a serious gaze in a mirror, ending questions on the matter.
The article argues about using the ten billion debt to foster real friendship among warring nations. It questions whether armament reductions and debt relief could better secure peace than renewed conflict. It suggests U S leadership could save far more than the debt through eventual disarmament and global harmony.
H D Folmer of West Jefferson led 12 farmers qualifying for the Ohio 100 bushel corn club in 1920 with an average yield of 125.81 bushels per acre announced from Columbus on December 7.
Nine year old orphan Johnny was transported by American Express from Camp Knox Tennessee to Huntington West Virginia by federal troops. He was consigned at Beaver Mountain Logan county and handled like a package but given food and drink as military regulations prevented adoption by troop train.
In Washington on December 7 the house majority pressed for quick passage of the soldier bonus bill despite treasury opposition. Representative Fordney of Michigan, head of the Ways and Means Committee, vowed to report the measure this month. Other supporters stood firm while critics labeled Secretary Mellon unqualified and cited the American Legion's attack on profiteering related to the war.
Federal officials disclosed an international rum smuggling combine, described as the largest in liquor smuggling, with Charles H. Scandalis held on $20 000 bail after landing 1000 cases in March 1921 from the schooner Henry L Marshall and 2410 in June and 4500 in July. Several syndicate members were under arrest as officers awaited further charges.
Federal troops stationed at Danville, Boone County, Border Mountain, and Kanawha City since the miners uprising in August were withdrawn yesterday.
Governor Davis and Highway Director Herrick returned from Washington with assurances that Ohio will receive about 2.8 million dollars from the federal highway appropriation. The funds will support next year's road program including interstate completion, with first settings in January.
At a Wednesday lunch the Athens Chamber of Commerce announced that fifty new members joined with little solicitation as Prof. F S Coultrap, in charge at Ohio University, reports strong early results. The expansion reflects active chamber efforts.
King George issues a proclamation of amnesty for all prisoners in Irish jails on political charges. It directs immediate release of Sinn Fein prisoners following Ireland’s acceptance as a Free state.
Dee 7. Alice Lorraine Dailey, a Madison State Normal School faculty member, is chosen as the first woman nominee for governor by nonpartisan proposal men in Pierre.
Athens store promotes Susto Vitamine Tonic Food as approved by Dr. Philip B. Hawk of Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia. The tonic promises strength and weight gain for underweight and frail individuals with a 10c daily cost and money-back guarantee if not improved. McKee Drug Co. invites orders and claims broad expert backing.
In Lima Ohio on December 7 Judge F C Becker issued an injunction in favor of former Police Chief Oscar J Roush. The order bars Mayor Burkhardt and the Lima civil service commission from interfering with Roush in performing his duties as chief.
A provocative saying notes that a lipstick may attract more attention than force, reflecting social attitudes about gender and charm. The remark contrasts beauty with aggression as a measure of appeal, illustrating dated perspectives in public discourse.
The application form for Ohio veterans to apply for adjusted compensation will be ready for print by week’s end, said Compensation Director Roberts.
Garret Smith argues that Cuba, long tied to the United States, now operates as a de facto partner in trade and finance. He cites close transport links, a shared currency system, and Cuba’s reliance on U.S. markets for sugar and other exports, urging against a 60 percent tariff hike.
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