Santa Gets a Headache and Q&A Quick Facts
A 1923 column presents brief questions and answers on topics from postal aerial training requirements to antique monastic life, sugar sweetness, Christmas customs, and the first Protestant Sunday School. It also explains pinochle origins and lists U.S. states with the most surfaced roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office Department
A. D
Anthony
Coma
Hermacleopolis
Department of Agriculture
Martha Washington
Lady Washington
France
United States
Philadelphia
William White
Matthew Carey
Binage
Gwen
Three new Lima school board members weigh ending whipping
The three members elect of Lima Ohio’s board of education are reported to be considering reforms including the abolition of whipping in public schools. Their plan signals a shift in discipline policy and school management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lima, O
Board of Education
Hoover plan for federal railroad consolidation and national system
A discussion of consolidating railroads to create a national system, with federal incorporation and ICC authority to drive standardization if voluntary efforts fail. The goal is a privately owned or government-supported network efficient enough for annual growth while protecting the public from discrimination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Interstate Commerce Commission
Do Your Christmas Shopping Early This Year
The essay urges avoiding last minute holiday shopping by using the improved facilities offered by merchants, easier transportation, and available funds. It notes a projected surge in Christmas buying and calls for thrift with time as well as money to prevent the usual shopping jam and shopper fatigue.
Hoover plan on railroad cooperation gains support
Secretary Hoover urges consolidation to fix reasonable rates and improve freight efficiency. He warns current vast, complex lines hinder cooperation and proposes broader railway credit, shared terminal facilities, accessible rolling stock, and tighter car service control to meet seasonal demands.
Too Many Laws Prompts Four Reform Measures
A Washington meeting by the reform group Too Many Laws complains of excessive legislation and pushes four new measures for Congress. The piece argues lawmakers imitate industry in quantity production and urges repeal or simplification rather than more bills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Artemus Ward
Farmer income rises as plan to cut debts unfolds
The American farmer's income this year has increased 1.25 billion dollars, and the farmer now weighs how far that gain will go toward wiping out debts carried from last year.
Contempt case stirs debate over judicial power
Washington December 11. The Craig contempt case raises broader questions on whether judges can punish for contempt outside court and if the President may pardon or remit sentences. Critics warn of possible congressional battles and a shift in judicial authority while supporters fear harm to the president. The dispute centers on Judge Mayer sentencing Craig to 60 days and the President's later remission amid Daugherty's clemency stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Craig
Congress
Coolidge
Washington
Daugherty
Borah
Idaho
King
Utah
Brooks
Iowa
Mayer
Supreme Court of the United States
Holmes
Grandeis
Daucherty
New York
Smilar
Supreme Court
American Bar Association
Association
Questions and Answers Column From The Athens Messenger
A truncated reader service item invites submissions to The Athens Messenger Information Bureau for answers to questions. The notice specifies certain topics excluded and asks readers to provide full names for responses. The fragmentary text suggests a promotional or guidance style typical of a newspaper help column.
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Athens Messenger
Wall
Wire Report International News
Geographic
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Ohio
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Ward Inc
Fifth Ave
Gas
Wabash Avenue
Chicago
Answ
Athens Messenger Information Bureau
Frederick Hackin
Washington, D. C
Gresent
Betsy Ross and the first Prime Minister of England
Betsy Ross proposed five pointed stars for the flag instead of six. Sir Robert Walpole is identified as the first Prime Minister, serving 1721 to 1742, with ministers then forming a unified ministry led by a Premier. In 1905 the title was formally recognized by law. Arthur J. Balfour, Foreign Secretary, visited the United States in 1917 as the first cabinet member to do so.
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Missouri
Luke Lachees
St. Louis
J. &. Peck
Peck
House of Representatives
Barrow
Senate
Congress
Cratz
Crerg
Zihiman
Marg
Betsy Ross
England
Robert Walpole
Q. Whe
Arthur J. Balfour
United States
Public concern on neglected West State Street cemetery
A reader praises Athens Messenger coverage on the old West State Street cemetery's deterioration. They lament fences down gates open and monuments toppled as weeds and briars overrun the grounds. The letter condemns neglect by local families amid perceived financial greed and even mentions objects reused for porch steps.
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Messenger
Athens Messenger
Old West State Street
Athens
Lola
Tale of the Teeth and the Water in Athens Night
A widow and her two daughters are featured in a fable where a kindly younger girl shares water with an old woman. A magic curse swaps teeth when words are spoken, removing the older daughter’s teeth and restoring the younger’s. The king's son later woos and marries the young woman with bright new teeth.
Curing Methods At Antioch College Novel and Curious
President Arthur Morgan advocates unorthodox cures at Antioch College. A girl spoiled by novelty was sent to a department store as a bargain counter salesgirl, initially indignant but later gained perspective and returned to college cured.
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Springfield, CO
Arthur Morgan
Antioch College
Here
Silent Cal and Justice Helwig in Warning Messages
A fragment notes talk of Calvin Coolidge as next president and Justice Helwig hearing messages from England. The piece warns readers with a curious admonition about having Maxim etlencess on things and hints at a keen ear of the justice.
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Calvin
Justice Helwig
England
Justice
Congressmen Face Tax Cuts Push Amid Budget Talks
Lawmakers push deep reductions in taxes as they tackle the budget. Supporters call for sweeping cuts, urging swift action before the session ends.
Scouts to Rebuild Toys for Christmas Aid
Discarded toys gathered by local Boy Scouts will be painted repaired and distributed at Christmas to needy children in the vicinity.
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Iris
Santa
Bureau of Public Roade
Indiana
Athens, O
Balog
Baki . Pubras, H. ‘Harris
Shakespeare
He Craig
By Frederic J. Haskin
THE
Powe
Ameesville
Coolville
Glouster
Nelsonville
Richard P.imes
ABC
Athens County Savings & Loan Co
Lostro
Athens, Ohio
C. O. Moore
Pres
H. T. Phillips
Sec
H. S. Srigley
Treas
the Security Savings Bank
Altay Nas
F. B. Kiltau
W. B. Golden
M. E. Twiss
Maretoll
Ae West
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