News Your Dad Read Ten Years Ago Highlights
James G. Lewis calls a strike a relic of barbarism. Vamps in style in London as American makeup goes on sale. Captain Louis R. de Steigner promoted to Rear Admiral. Athens claims him as home boy. Newark installs first woman town constable Mary J. Todd. Ohio University faculty action on theft of books. student security noted. Athens County Board backs new Children’s Home building and County Jail. Rae laundry plant adds cement walks at Children’s Home. Mrs. George Hickle visits C. C. Millikan. Messenger pressroom shaft delay due to old equipment. Seventeenth Coolville Farmers Institute draws crowds despite poor weather. three state speakers present.
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Athens County Board of Visitor
Children’s Holl
Rae
Athens Messenger publication details and rates
Athens Messenger notes its publication schedule and editions edited by Heathens Herald Printing Co. Gordon Bush as litho and general manager. It lists editors, circulation coverage across Athens Nelsonville Glouster Logan Pomeroy Middleport Coolville and surrounding communities. Includes memberships with press associations and advertising rate details for subscriptions and obituaries.
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Morhiie
Heathens Anesenora
Herald Printing CO
Gordon Bush
Mgr Charlies
Harris
Ohio
Athens
Nelsonville
Glouster
Logan-Pomeroy
Middleport
Coolville
Debtors Split Over War Debt Revision and Moratorium
Washington reports indicate influential lawmakers back a one year moratorium on war debts with no extension. They oppose Hoover’s debt commission revival, while readers note Simonds on reparations and the broader stake for international trade and repudiation fears.
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Congress
Washington
Hoover
Debt Commission
Frank H Simonds
Germany
America
Simonds
Bond Market Hype Sparks Panic over Railroads
The piece argues that bond fears are exaggerated as prices for second and third grade bonds fall on liquidation pressure. It notes railroad restructurings may cut fixed obligations yet still leave valuable equity backing senior and junior bonds, urging investors to reconsider selling at half price.
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Wabash Railroad
Nightlife intrigue in Manhattan debutante affair
A Manhattan debutante navigates elite night spots with a questionable escort as a protective father and a savvy insider clash over her association. The wise town figure warns of blackmail plots, while the couple occasionally remains seen in public despite parental concerns.
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Manhattan
Debbie
Answers From The Athens Messenger Infor Commons
A historical Q and A feature from The Athens Messenger outlines public health service personnel categories, plant counts, and check dating legality. It notes 1004 medical officers and 3661 technical staff, estimates five to ten million Christmas trees sold yearly, and confirms dating a check ahead is not illegal.
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Public Health Service
United States
J. A
United States Forest Service
Longing for Open Spaces Over Urban Noise
The speaker laments city clamor that disrupts peace and seeks calm life among nature. Yet prairie life proves lonely and unfulfilling, with farming routines failing to ease the burden of care. He doubts a future cure for sorrow, yet continues to endure.
Death in Hollywood: Theodore Wharton’s Legacy and Surprising Death
The article recalls Theodore Wharton who created and filmed early film serials and helped launch stars like Pearl White. It notes his influence on Hollywood cinema and that his fortune vanished, ending with burial by the Motion Picture Relief Fund, illustrating fleeting Hollywood rewards.
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Theodore Wharton
Hollywood
Wharton
Pearl White
Crane Wilbur
Milton Sills
Irene Castle
Marguerite Snow
Filmland
Motion Picture Relief Fund
Two Students Expelled After School Incident
Two students were expelled after an incident at the local school. The school district stated disciplinary action followed a review by administrators and the board.
Dona Celestina the Colombian Matriarch with 846 Descendants
The Antioquia matriarch Dona Celestina born in 1828 is 103 and has 18 sons, 326 grandchildren, 489 great grandchildren, and 16 great great grandchildren. Most descendants are farmers near her ablaze home who visit weekly as she grants blessings. Tomorrow features The Man Who Had a Naval Cruiser Placed in His Yard.
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Dona Celestina
Antioquia
Colombia
Abuela
Democratic progressives shape Capitol power balance
In a closely divided Congress a small group of Democratic progressives could hold the balance of power in the House and Senate. They lean liberal on economics and taxation and may oppose conservative leadership, while courting practical collaboration with Speaker Garner and Rainey.
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Washington
Congress
House
Senate
Jack Garner
Joe Robinson
Heart Murmur in Child Should Not Cause Alarm
Royal Copeland argues heart murmurs in children are often benign and not a disease. He urges calm, regular exams, good hygiene, proper nourishment, fresh air, and moderate exercise with attention to infection sources like tonsils. Early observation over years supports healthy development into adulthood.
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Ark Twain
Teacher’s Christmas Miracle Helps Needy Kids
A teacher recalls a mid career solution to help dozen city children in need. She enlisted wealthy students to secretly bring one small gift each during recess, keeping it from their mothers while arranging discreet deliveries. The plan succeeded with overwhelming support and one skeptical donor later regretted objecting.
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St. Nick
Harry
Suzy
New York Speakeasy Tour Highlights Hidden Clubs
A writer recalls a secret New York speakeasy chain found behind double doors in an upscale district. The scene shows layered doors and锁ed security. The piece notes New York hosts thousands of similar establishments replacing old saloons, and cites a national whisky production figure of 200 million gallons a year.
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New York
Athens Messenger Publishes 32 Page Games and Stunts Booklet
The Athens Messenger offers a 32 page booklet titled Lets Play A Game featuring descriptions of over 100 games and stunts. It promises familiar and new activities chosen for lively gatherings and urges every home to own a copy with a coupon to obtain it.
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Athens
Athens Messenger Information Bureau
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington, D. C
Inside Dining Room with Cubistic Lights and Triangular Bar
A small dining room spent one hundred thousand dollars on interior decor. No windows, colored lighting creates yellow to rose tones. A balcony hosts a triangular bar and young ladies who smoke and feel manly. Patrons move to tables for well cooked food at reasonable prices. Alcohol profits subsidize cheaper meals.
Institution Provides Refreshments for Large Guild of Teens
A venue serving refreshments for dozens of teen girls is crowded and lively. The manager George L. reportedly earns at least 35000 a week, drawing attention from patrons. Headwaiters, once in legitimate hotels, now greet patrons by name, noting crowds and tips.
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George L
Prohibition discord over hotels and speaking easy inns
A sharp critique notes prohibition harms Mr L and investors in hotels turning into unprofitable lodgings. Inmates depart to speak easy rooms supplied by hotel bellboys, highlighting widespread disruption and resistance to the policy.
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Mr. L
Sleep talking and grimacing causes and cures
Question and answer on nocturnal talking crying out and teeth grinding. Symptoms may stem from nervousness or intestinal disturbance. Ensure intestinal tract is clear. determine the cause and proper treatment will follow. Send self addressed stamped envelope for details.
Prohibition Fails Says Cyrus Curtis in Drink Debate
Cyrus H K Curtis argues prohibition fails and harms the nation. He notes a doubled number of rum dealers since prohibition and cites bootleggers allegedly earning eleven hundred million dollars annually.
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Cyrus H. K. Curtis
Patrons Flock For Drinks Before Prohibition Ends
Citizens used to purchase alcoholic beverages openly in bars and saloons before the national prohibition era, with widespread social venues supplying liquor to customers.
Prohibition Debate Highlights Liquor Consumption Shift
The speaker notes that per capita liquor use rose since prohibition and cites domestic production of about two hundred million gallons, plus substantial foreign imports. Describes the era as a costly experiment in governance and public policy.
NYSE Head Richard Whitney Reports Market Speculation
Richard Whitney, head of the New York Stock Exchange, presents the administration with a complete picture of the speculative situation. The report outlines bear methods, circulating rumors to depress credit and property values, and efforts to undermine public confidence, aiming to injure the country. The President will find the full details interesting.
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Richard Whitney
New York Stock Exchange
Hoover
Exchange plans frank policy on short sales
The Stock Exchange announces it will adopt a policy of frankness and disclose short sales. It is expected that Congress will similarly address opinions on gambling on the short side during these times.
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THE
Stock Exchange
Congress
Oldest Members Hint At New Congress Ageful Boasts
United Press notes in Washington that the 72 to 86 year spread marks the new Congress with Kendrick Dickinson and other long serving figures leading the age hierarchy. It lists aging senators and representatives, from Kendrick in Texas to Reed Smoot and others, plus the newly elected speaker Garner and Republican leaders.
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Washington
John B. Kendrick
Wyoming
Clement Cabell Dickinson
Kendrick
East
Texas
Dickinson
Old Virginna
Dobbin
California
Duncan A. Fletcher
Dem
Fla
Thomas J. Walsh
Mont
George W. Norris
Nebr
Gilbert N. Haugen
Archie Sanders
N. Y
Henry St. George Tucker
John Eliham Weeks
George Potter Darrow
House
Garner
Senate
Robert LaFoletté
Wisconsin
Fred A. Hartley
N. J
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Demoiselles
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de Steigner
Lena M. Slattery
Newark
Mary J. Todd
Todd
Ohio University
Secu.r
George Hickle of
Lancaster
C. C. Millikan
Messenger
Coolyte Farmers’ Institute
Farmers’ Institute
the Athens Messenger
Prederich W. Bush
Pivtisher
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Audit Bureau of Circulations
Associated Bale Vatten
Inland Daily Press Association
United Press Associations
John WW Cullen Company
Fifth Ave
Gene Michigan Ave
Chicago
Moors
Detroit
Beveree
Athens Post Office
Mai
Gilbert Swan
Nomada
Park Avenue
Athens Messenger Infor- Commons
John
Ripley
Dr.ah Pull
Reggie McNamara
King Features Syndicate, Inc
Great Britain
A.C. Current
D.C
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Philadelphia
Rodney Dutcher Messenger
Wheeler
Montana
Dill
Walsh
Wagner
Costigan
Colorado
Huey Long
Louisiana
Norris
Nebraska
Huddleston
Alabama
Howell
Robinson
Rainey
Royal 8. Copeland
M. D
New York City
Dr. Copeland
Santa
Waldorf
United Press
Reed Smoot
Utah
William E. Borah
Idaho
Flo Wesley L. Jones
Wash
Ellison D. Smith
Smoot
Apper
Haugen
Edward William Poll
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