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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1923
Page
4
The text notes a shift toward geographic clarity as the world realigns, with Great Britain achieving maritime prominence and Greenwich establishing the basic meridian as a central reference.
A devotional line warns that riches gained by wrong end in folly. It cites Jeremiah 17:11 about a partridge sitting on eggs yet not hatching them and notes that sudden wealth brings poverty following closely, attributed to Rivarol.
Americans prefer the existing Mexican government over revolters. Obregon is credited with restoring peace and prosperity, though critics say his zeal for national rights is excessive. His regime faces serious threats from selfish, reactionary rebels before his work ends.
Citizens face a surge of proposed amendments including equal rights for women, child labor limits, birth citizenship rules, uniform marriage and divorce laws, and early presidential inauguration by popular vote. Some aim to curb tax exempt securities, regulate candidate spending, and tighten Senate and House elections. Most may not reach states, but several merit adoption according to public will.
Mayor elect Koons discusses approaching municipal issues and outlines his early priorities as he prepares to take office. He emphasizes the need to address public services, finances, and neighborhood concerns as the new chief executive.
The mayor-elect calls for civic cooperation to enforce traffic laws gently and avoid broad arrests. He argues sane driving can be achieved through public sentiment and voluntary compliance, with police ready to act if cooperation fails to protect life and property.
The piece recalls the bowl of Tom and Jerry in past saloons and the holiday drinking culture before Prohibition. It notes the faded memory of the recipe and contrasts old revelry with present times, hinting at reduced alcohol availability and ongoing holiday traditions.
The diary of Senator Henry Ashurst of Arizona offers a plain, impartial tour of his European travels. He mixed weather notes with political commentary on Britain Ireland and France, noting notables such as the British royal symbols the Free State and Ireland’s growth prospects with a focus on public affairs and cultural contrasts.
A diary chronicling Senatro Ashurat from age nine to his Senate years is praised for its historical notes on Arizona’s Covered Wagon era and World War history. It also markets a European diary as shedding light on Europe’s political difficulties and likens the broader series to a twentieth century Pepys.
Athens Ohio diary style notes recount a day of errands and misadventures. The writer tests a new red checked suit, laments a slow watchmaker, borrows wool mittens, and jokes about a skunk and a grasshopper. He plots training with Thor Olson, shares street encounters, and mentions Foster’s post office project for Nelsonville.
A fragmentary verse recalls Esquimo life tied to land and sea. The poem foregrounds connection between people and sustenance drawn from the region’s resources. It hints at cultural endurance amid harsh conditions.
The poem notes social changes as women take control, contrasting past expectations with present trends. It jokes about death, immortality, and the reliability of Want Ads, urging readers to scan them nightly for guidance amid cultural shifts.
A compilation of questions and answers on diverse topics. It covers book sales in Washington, riveted versus lapped corners, welding strength, reasons cut flowers wilt, Chicago rail passenger flow, top World Championship typists, wallpaper design origins, and Niagara Falls freezing. Names like Frederic J. Haskin appear as sources for information queries.
Senator Walter E. Edge of New Jersey introduces two bills to ease prohibition. One would permit three per cent beer. the other would remove restrictions on physician prescriptions for liquor. Measures sent to the judiciary committee.
In London on December 19 Countess Carnarvon widow of the Earl of Carnarvon who unearthed Tutankhamen's tomb in Egypt married Colonel Dennistoun.
Directors of the American Ship Building Co. in Cleveland Ohio today declared the regular quarterly dividend. The action follows a meeting held in Cleveland.
A home made cough remedy using 2% ounces of Pinex mixed with sugar syrup or molasses to treat severe coughs sore throats and chest irritation. The ad touts quick relief and refunds if not satisfied, advertises Pinex as a concentrated Norway pine extract from The Pinex Co Wayne Indiana.
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