The Athens Messenger Historic Publisher Credits
The fragment lists the Athens Messenger details such as founded date 1825 and publishing info. It mentions Gordon K. Sushi as publisher and general manager and Charlies HH. Harris as managing editor. It references associations like American Newspaper Publishers Association and Audit Bureau of Circulations and notes office addresses in New York and Detroit.
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Peederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger
Gerald Priniing CO
Gordon K. Sushi
Mgr. Charlies HH. Harris
Fony
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Inland Daily Press Association
United
Associa
Humility Virtue Quotation From Biblical Note
A devotional line cites II Chronicles 12 6 praising the Israelite rulers for humility. It adds Chrysostom’s view that humility is the root and bond of all virtue.
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Israel
Parking Troubles Menace Small Towns and Shops
The article discusses widespread parking problems across towns big and small causing police concern and hardship for shoppers. It notes crushed fenders, bent bumpers and broken headlights from monopolized spaces and calls for thoughtful parking and potential city ordinances.
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Athens
West State Street
Court Street
Union Street
Why We Make Verse in Tragic Times
The piece reflects on how poetry emerges from tragedy and history. It compares modern verse to ancient troubadours, notes note-worthy events like the Titanic sinking and Floyd Collins, and links verse to collective memory and emotion amidst public calamities.
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Floyd Collins
Thanksgiving Dinner at The Garden School Fair
In extreme southeastern Lodi Township Athens County a country school fair organized by a young teacher and families featured a turkey dinner cooked by farm women with dressing pies and rich gravies. After the meal the crowd gathered at The Garden as children presented stories and memories from the district.
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Lodi
Athens County
Remembering spelling and figure games in school days
The piece recalls old time spelling bees and figuring contests that built lasting friendships and community spirit. It praises teachers and editor notes for sharing the memory, calling for more such activities to strengthen ties as adults face later life.
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Tren
Advice to the jobless stay in own communities
J Rogers Flannery of Pittsburgh urges unemployed workers to stay in their own towns. He says conditions are similar nationwide and roaming worsens problems for the drifters and their communities. He emphasizes solidarity and using local resources and friendships.
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J. Rogers Flannery
Pittsburgh
National Association of Travels’ Aid Societies
Mr. Flannery
Raising the Postal Rates Debate Calls for Careful Study
The piece argues against a first class rate hike, urging Congress to investigate, noting that two cents suffices and first class pays its own way. It suggests ending franking privileges first and postponing any increase as a last resort.
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Congress
New York Happenings From A City Personal Column
Special Writer Gilbert S. Meenger reports on New York social notes. Dr and Mrs F Q Safe of Ur bana visit their son actor Alex Woodicott of Phalanx N J discusses radio work and magazine pieces. George Arliss wins the Photoplay medal and wears a single eyeglass even off stage. Bill Guard brings opera tickets, Miss Adams demands a voice in casting.
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Enger
New York
F. QO. Safe
Urbana
Alex Woodicott
Phalanx
N. J
George Arliss
Arliss
George
Lenore Ulric Brings New Ulm Star to Stage Again
Lenore Ulric of New Ulm Mina is starring in another play this year. The troupe notes she grows prettier with each performance and remains a crowd favorite.
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Lenore Ulric
New Ulm
Mina
Belasco Improves, Doctors See Chance to Pull Through
Belasco of San Francisco is feeling better and his doctors say he has a chance to recover. The message expresses support for Dave.
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Belasco
San Francisco
Alf
Dave
Rudy Vallee Charms Westbrook Cafe Crowd
Rudy Vallee of Westbrook Maine gives nightly band concerts at his cafe drawing local patrons and showcasing his vocal act and band performances.
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Rudy Vallee
Westbrook, Me
Wall Street Boosts Nerve Specialist Business
The boys down on Wall Street are making business good for the nerve specialists.
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Wall Street
Actress Visits South Carolina Ranch to View Scarlet Sister Mary
Julia Peterkin travels from her South Carolina ranch to inspect the stage adaptation of her novel Scarlet Sister Mary. Observers note the city production and Peterkin's reaction to the interpretation.
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Julia Peterkin
South Carolina
New York Visit Sparks Vanity Fair Piece by Earl Sparling
Oklahoma City born writer Earl Sparling travels to New York for a feature in Vanity Fair. Readers praised his work and the piece highlights his literary journey and expected impact.
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Earl Sparling
New York
Oklahoma City
Vanity Fair
Earl
Jim Quirk Hosts Noted Party for Movie Magazine
Publisher Jim Quirk threw a lavish gathering to celebrate his film periodical. Guests included industry figures and editors, enjoying a night of drinks and conversation at a downtown venue.
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Jim Quirk
Flag pole at Empire State building finishes bearing stars
The report notes the flag pole on the new Empire State building is completed and the Stars and Stripes fly now. It jokes the pole will serve as a hitching post for dirigibles to ease traffic someday amid a bustling town scene.
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New
Empire State Building
Editor invites reader contributions to personal column
The ADV notes that subscribers who enjoy the personal column should send feedback. It states the editor welcomes contributions and is glad to hear from readers.
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ADV
Maude Adams Production Delay Shocks Broadway Season
Maude Adams planned comeback under John Williams with That's the Way With Them appears stalled as Broadway reports indicate a major clash over creative control has derailed the opening this season.
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Maude Adams
Miss Adams
John Williams
Williams
Congress Hearings Highlight Veteran Demonstrations
Vets gathered to show influence during congressional proceedings, signaling strong advocacy for their concerns. The event reflected organized action and public display of veteran power within legislative spaces.
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Congress
Government remains dry despite wets efforts to curb alcohol
Wets failed to stop poison in alcohol and to cut federal spending on Prohibition enforcement. Drys prevailed as government machinery stayed dry, with rejection of both challenges to alcohol control.
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Coast Guard
Customs House
Washington police cite diplomats drinking openly in venues
Washington police report that foreign diplomats are seen drinking openly in restaurants and hotel dining rooms. The notice underscores concerns about behavior and public decorum by visiting officials.
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Washington
Organist Plays Feet on World’s Largest Pipe Instrument
Karl Bonawitz of Elkins Park Pennsylvania has become a feature organist in eastern cities by mastering pedal organ with his feet. He performs on the Atlantic City Convention Hall organ, showcasing a rare feat. The Hebrew prayer is attributed to Rabbi Jehuda Halevi, translated as a plea for the Anointed King. Tomorrow: a game won by a freak kick.
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Bonawitz
Elkins Park, Pd
Atlantic City
N. J
Rabbi Jehuda Halevi
Macaulay prophecy echoes concern for United States future
Frederic J. Haskin discusses Lord Macaulay's 1857 letter forecasting democratic risks for America. He warns that an empowered majority could threaten liberty and property, with unrest rising as wages fall and unemployment grows, urging vigilance about democratic excess.
New Stars From Gigantic Space Explosions
Scientists explain that new stars appear from colossal space blasts whose explosive light reaches astronomers through their telescopes, challenging ideas and prompting fresh directions in study.
Milne on matter and perpetual motion
Professor Milne of Oxford argues that matter can be destroyed and transformed into pure heat and light. He suggests pure heat and light are matter and posits that divine providence could enable perpetual motion, a feat humans cannot achieve.
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Professor Milne
Oxford
Cosmic Fire and Whirlpool: Sources Debate Universe’s End
The Great Jeans and Eddington argue the universe will run down as matter is destroyed by electrons and protons from stars, with no restoration. An Eskimo comparing a whale’s spout to depletion notes abundant water nearby and the cycle of renewal through small marine life.
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Jeans
Eddington
Cosmic genius and Einstein on time and space
A philosophical musing questions whether future insights into cosmos laws will degrade Einsteinian limits on space and time, likening them to Genesis explanations once thought final. It contrasts evolving physics with biblical narratives and hints at future reevaluations of time's origin.
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Einstein
Automakers Outline Five Year Car Production Plan
Automobile manufacturers forecast 26 million cars over five years while noting annual output of 4.5 million for 1923. They say total production must cover worn out cars and replacements, estimating at least five million vehicles needed for actual replacement to account for wear.
Noted Ohio Lawyers Boyce and Boyd in Athens Memoir
Public reminiscence recalls the law partners Boyce and Boyd of Cincinnati who once slept on a table due to high rent and low income. It notes Boyce’s election to the Legislature, service on the Ohio University Board, and roles in securing appropriations for college remodeling and the Fine Arts Hall.
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Athens Messenger
Boyce
Boyd
Master Boyce
Ohio University Board of Trustees
Ohio University
Scott
Cincinnati
Boyce & Boyd
Wdane
Tommy Adjusted Or Not A Poem On A Wayward Boy
A poem follows Tommy a troubled boy whose conduct worsens from childhood to college and beyond. It describes fits of temper, mischief, and substance use, with family distress and parental resignation. The piece pivots on the refrain that Tommy is not properly adjusted. It closes with social satire about remarks on elites and guns and alligators.
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Tommy
Athens County News: Medical Society Meet and Sports Announcements
Drs H M Taylor C B Mc Dougall J M Higgins C C Hil J L Henry and T A Copeland attended a meeting of the Athens County Medical Society at Nelsonville. John Silbaugh named athletic director of the Green and White. Russell Finsterwald and B Y T Grover returned from the Ohio Conference in Columbus with football schedules noting Denison and Cincinnati games. Thirteen foreign born miners sought naturalization at the Athens County Courthouse. A clothing sale advertised top prices of 17.50 for men suits 2.98 for men shoes 17.46 for women suits and 16.50 for women coats.
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H. M. Taylor
C. 8. McDougall
J. M. Higgins
C. C. Hil
J. L. Henry
T. A. Copeland
Athens County Medical Society
Nelsonville
Russell Finsterwald
B. Y T. Grover
Ohio
Columbus
Denison
Cincinnati
University leader urges students to uphold traditions
Edwin Db. Chubb, acting president of the university, addressed ten students and urged them to support the institution's traditions.
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Edwin Db. Chubb
Dr Yeuell Addresses Athens Chamber Luncheon
Dr Yeuell of the Christian Church spoke at the Athens Chamber of Commerce luncheon, sharing remarks with attendees and discussing community involvement.
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Dr. Yeuell
The
Christian Church
Athens Chamber of Commerce
Knights of Pythias to hold large Athens meeting
The Seventeenth District of the Knights of Pythias announced plans for a large gathering in Athens on December 16.
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The
Knights of Pythias
Athens
Athens High School RPask-the Team Defeats Junction City
Athens High School RPask-the team opened with a 28 to 16 victory over Junction City in the season opener. The win showcases their early momentum and sets a strong tone for the campaign.
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Athens High School
Junction City
Americans Own Billions Abroad In Factories Mines And Utilities
Americans directly own 7.48 billion dollars in foreign properties outside the United States, with Europe and the rest of the world comprising the balance. Canada holds the largest share within Latin America and Europe includes substantial investments in manufacturing and petroleum.
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Rodney Dutcher
Washington
United States
Europe
Department of Commerce
Canada
South America
Cuba
Dominion
Latin America
Bolivia
Chile
Mexico
Peru
Central America
Department
Venezuela
Mystery Suit and Fees Split by Athens Trustees
In Athens Ohio on December 8 1930 W Buper recalls a lease dispute that reached the brink of the Supreme Court in Washington where Aaron F Perry was chosen to handle the case but the matter dropped before trial. Perry still collected a 1000 dollar fee plus 54 dollars for travel.
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Boyd
Athens
Supreme Court
Washington
Boyce & Boyd
Aaron F. Perry
Wah
Perry
Boyce
Carthage Township
W. Buper
Answers to Questions by Frederic J. Haskin
A quiz of brief facts covers Quint Major as a Royal Flush card term Tobias Lear’s G Street residence near the future Y M C A location smallpox still a major death cause in China and India Beautiful Joe author Marshall Saunders clock gift to Faneuil Hall by Boston children in 1850.
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Washington
George Washington
G St
China
India
Beautiful Joe
H. FP
B. A
Marshall Saunders
Faneuil Halls
Bostom
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