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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1938
Page
4
The Athens Messenger advertises subscription rates and mailing details for Athens and surrounding counties. It lists carrier price 15 cents, eight week and yearly options, and rates for other regions. mentions publication details and offices.
M Lincoln Schuster argues that mandatory high school and college reading of heavy classics destroys the pleasure of reading. He contends early dismal exposure to texts like Boswell's Life of Johnson dulls lifelong interest and cites rigid curricula as the core fault.
The Pan American conference at Lima shows no broad accord across the western hemisphere. Propaganda sows distrust while Latin nations weigh who profits from the clash. Critics warn of rising dictatorship and say the outcome hinges on future unity under democratic governments.
The text argues freedom of speech does not shield prejudice and that lasting harmony requires tolerance. It notes no right can override others and that newspapers remain liable for libel. It laments persistent intolerance in individuals and nations and calls America to grow wiser with age.
In a mellow holiday mood Westbrook Pegler proposes bequeathing his desk contents to the public to prevent Loss of valuable papers. He muses on archives, fame, and a Shakespearean parallel, hoping future generations will have access to his records and judgments.
John T. Flynn argues the Missouri-Kansas-Texas railway known as the Katy is bankrupt after five years of fixed charges. He describes a proposed Reconstruction Finance Corporation loan as delaying essential reorganization and questions whether the government should subsidize debt service for failing railroads.
Sally Blair longs for Dan Reynolds as Corey Porter dominates the social scene. A car crash near misses and a skipped return trip leave Sally hopeful then heartbroken when Dan stays away to keep duty. The night’s beauty is dimmed by unanswered questions about trust and love.
Emmett Sorrell of Glouster urges miners to form a union in the Hocking District to secure a living wage and fair profit for operators. He attacks John L. Lewis for funds spent on politics and recalls the 1927 Jacksonville scale, warning of mine closures if current conditions persist.
The quiz covers lie detector invention by Rev Walter Summers at Fordham, Al Capone fines, Austro Prussian War when it occurred, Constitutional Convention signers, 1937 public relief households, Fortune Magazine smoking stats, and cold water freezing faster than hot. It presents brief factual answers and ordering details for the pamphlet.
Public notice from the Messenger Service Bureau at 1015 IMD St Washington D C about addressing questions of fact to the bureau and limits on legal or medical guidance and research for readers.
The article surveys dietary theories on tooth development and decay. It notes calcium and vitamins for growth, contrasts soft versus fibrous diets for cleaning and chewing, and links sugar to bacterial growth. It stresses frequent dental exams to detect early decay and tailor guidance.
Mr and Mrs C M Ferguson announce the birth of a son at Sheltering Arms Hospital. The item lists attendees at local gatherings including Miss Alice Caldwell and the Gleaners Class at the Nelsonville M E Church Christmas party.
Mrs. H. J. Salters learns from son James Salters in France about end-stage battles of World War I and a six day hike toward the Rhine. Ensign Rupel Jones, recently home from Boston, joins Colum bus guests at E. J. Jones residence while part of the reserve corps. Prof. Coultrap hosts sons Floyd and Manning Coultrap, and Nina Butts visits from Columbus. Jeffersons entertain in Bloomingburg with relatives.
Local residents share holiday visits with relatives in Columbus Hackensack N J Cincinnati Pattonville and Baltimore. Epworth League presented Gods Starflower pageant with no Sunday night meeting. Next week January 1 league session at six led by Mrs Roy Crothers.
Langsville notes list visits and family gatherings with residents such as Mrs. Raymond Rife and Mrs. Marion Rife of Columbus with Elza Carpenter's family. Socials include Langsville Ladies Aid meeting, Star Grange events, and Christmas visits among Entsmingers, Millers, Braleys, and Jordans.
Cheshire Chapter O E S held a meeting Tuesday night with officers installed including Worthy Matron Elva Rife, worthy patron C W Rife, associate matron Esta Jenkins, and other posts. After the ceremony, oysters were served and several local residents were noted for Christmas visits and hospital recoveries.
Thom as G. McGlew of Newburyport Massachusetts thought he was imagining things when a pheasant flew into his welding shop through an open door and plunged into a machine oil barrel. He rescued the bird and turned it over to the game warden.
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