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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1930
Page
4
A public forum urges giving only usable clothing and shoes to help the needy, not worn or worthless items. It warns farmers about overproduction and price cycles, stressing diversification and careful heed of government farming reports to avoid market gluts.
The piece reflects on resilient farmers who cultivate to feed themselves and store surplus. It reports on community chest drives in 1930s America, noting large totals raised and the ongoing need for generous, thoughtful contributions. It also discusses tax reform momentum in Ohio and a push for fair, broad tax equity.
A profile of Glam Phillips and Wilson, two long mile walkers known as the “streak walkers,” who roam Manhattan, attracting attention with street side messages and stunts. They co operate on opposing sides of the street, marketing themselves through bold performances and urban theater across midtown.
Disjointed notes reference Mussolini and the Big Three in a discussion of wartime strategy. The text suggests possible Allied maneuvers to pressure Italy and mentions a controversial move involving a cut to Medit waters. Names and details are fragmented.
A Strange instrument shaped and carved in sugar by Adolph Hubner of San Francisco. He lives at 18 Quarcell Street and runs a confectionery shop. The cartoon shows a waxed sugar violin with figures and bric a brac in his shop. Monday features a comic panel "Take States In 42 heures."
Historical cartoon notes that Indians of South America may lure fish to the surface by whistling or fluttering fingers. Hunters stand still as the fish surface, then are speared. Unclear whether sound or motion attracts the fish. reference cites Thirty Years in the Jungle by AL Hyatt Venill.
Fragmentary account describes a tombstone on the banks of Plantation Creek in Virginia. It depicts Captain Custis facing a grave with his body described as lowered into the grave feet first. Custis is noted as the father of Tranter Parke Custis and the first husband of Martha Washington.
Frederic Haskin notes aircraft speed outpaces prior transport, sparking push for comprehensive federal regu lation. He warns split state rules risk chaos as planes cross multiple jurisdictions, urging a unified framework to govern licensing airworthiness and cross border flights.
A murky column reviews Willan Green and the AFL fallout over the Doak secretary of labor appointment. It notes Hoover’s strategy to avoid a broad labor slate, Doak’s conservative ties, and mixed reactions from union leaders and rail workers. It discusses internal labor politics, factionalism, and potential gains from cooperation with capital and Republicans.
A fragmented verse piece contrasts Robin Hood era racketeers with modern thefts, criticizing greed, racketeering, and corruption. It mocks political bosses and judicial extravagance while noting persistent looting, paired with stray lines on golf and women’s fashion in a satirical, jittery voice.
Ten years ago Athens County reports show a rose in roll counts with 4000 members, while many counties exceed last year’s pace. City safety rules extend to all streets. two Farm Thinuwu meetings set for Coolville and Stewart address farm management. Prohibition speakers Welstead, Crabbe, and Kramer to address next year state meeting in Columbus. Eighteen Athens High School basketball games listed. team to travel to West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio.
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