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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1921
Page
4
The piece explains that the 55 billion gold figure is not the principal but the annuities of principal and interest over 80 years. It argues the real principal is about 20 billion and, discounted, supports the fairness of the payments, noting Germany could meet the sum via cash or a loan. It also mentions the 12 percent export tax over 41 years as a separate burden.
The Kansas Industrial Court completes its first year with 20 cases filed, 18 brought by labor, and Governor Allen praising its fair, satisfactory adjustments. One case involving Alexander Howatt, Miners' Federation president, remains appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court.
A statistician notes that annual candy consumption hits about 200 million dollars in the United States. The remark suggests that in recent years a country has spent 300 to 400 million dollars on candy.
Ambassador Davis says his London assignment costs him more than triple his salary, with $35 000 a year personal shortfall. He questions whether he is willing to quit over the financial burden.
Opinion argues big cities breed vicious ideas and moral decline while provinces and countryside offer virtue. It extols provincial living as the source of regeneration and asserts smaller towns foster longer hours and better children.
A caustic editorial urges country residents to build proper roads heating plants water works and sewers without relying on expensive magazines or con artists. It questions the need for Sunday preaching and chautauqua lectures and condemns charity collectors who skim profits while demanding patriotic action and household care from all citizens.
A teacher asks where Washington caught the British army napping and Johnny confidently answers Philadelphia.
A man recalls how a pipe organ evokes his boyhood church Sundays while another recalls how his son’s movie outings shape his memories. The exchange contrasts personal childhood anchors with parental outings.
A recent letter to a large cotton house warns of debt and delays. The writer pleads patience, promises payment when funds arrive, and uses a religious-tinged threat, saying judgment day will determine who meets God or the creditor.
Mrs Needham laments dwindling resources and Mr Needham suggests raffling the cook to cope, a bleak exchange reflecting hardship. The couple's dire finances and unconventional plan illustrate struggle in a tight economy.
On a chilly links day a foursome prepared to tee off when one player asked why the chosen lineup made the game uneven. His partner hushed him, noting the other players had both flasks in the pocket, hinting at a rule or wager affecting the game.
Advertisements show Turkish wives offered as low as $1.85 each and readers accuse profiteering based on the pictures published. The remarks imply misplaced value and trigger public outcry.
In Oregon an entire town is governed solely by women, a unique arrangement not seen elsewhere. The female leadership shapes local policy and community life, creating a distinctive example of municipal governance.
Frederic J. Haskin reports on hydroplane chases of geese near Barnegat Bay and the rise of airplane hunting. The Biological Survey warns that shooting from planes harms migratory birds, urges arrests, and touts self firing acetylene guns to deter fowl, including ducks that threaten rice fields.
A Springfield woman reports relief from menstrual cramps and backache after four bottles of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The ad touts the product as a longstanding standard remedy for female ailments and invites readers to write the Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co. for health guidance.
Information bureau offers readers answers to questions by mail. Include full name address two cents for postage. Office in Washington D C directs inquiries to Frederic J Haskin. Replies sent directly to inquirer.
A set of brief Q and A items covers patent prosecution for self made devices, cloudburst rain estimates, Army of Occupation laundry practices, paint formula for the White House, silk exports by British Honduras, and guidance to avoid in person visits to Washington for patents with advice to hire a patent attorney.
A suggestion urges locals to begin the day with a breakfast game. The note notes many locals already enjoy playing the game across afternoons and nights, six days a week. It invites participation and questions who is game to try a breakfast start.
A group of about six conservative Athens businessmen visiting Fort Lauderdale report being bitten by the golf bug. They plan to form a local club and course, reviving a Fisher Farm project once halted by war, with over twenty residents now backing a golf club and using part of the Fisher farm for a course while preserving best land for farming.
Frank Rauch ran a Messenger notice seeking a truck driver as he rushed to publish the ad. The shop filled with applicants as he prepared for the next day’s run.
Rural patrons flood the Public Forum with pointed remarks about country schools. Writers demand teaching that keeps children on farms and covers reading writing and arithmetic, highlighting a core issue for the new state administration.
In Moler Auto Sales rooms a recording of salesman Slim’s sales speech plays to customers. The device helps customers sign on the dotted line while Slim rests his voice. The piece hints at glamour and novelty with women lifting veils to reveal ears, a trend from New York.
Hon John F White remains in critical condition at Cherrington hospital in Logan Ohio one week after being stricken in his bank with what doctors believed to be a stroke.
John Smith, a leading Falls township farmer and citizen, predicts an early spring based on signs such as spring birds, striped caterpillars on the farm, and the groundhog’s annual appearance without a shadow. He notes winter isn’t over yet but won’t last long, citing nature’s course and the groundhog’s behavior.
Dr. D. Finney, Logan’s oldest practicing dentist and Civil War veteran, is seriously ill at his home on Zanesville avenue with a complication of diseases.
Mrs Judge Steel of Moscow Idaho arrived here Wednesday called by the serious illness of her brother Hon John F White.
The Otterbein college girls of Westerville presented Friday evening at the high school auditorium. Patronage was fair. The glee club is a fine organization and captured the hearts of their audience with their singing.
Mrs W Matheny acted as hostess for the Merry makers Club gathering on Friday at her Glenova residence. The club members attended with no guests, and the hostess served a light collation.
The Hook and Hook Club met with hostess Mrs. Ray Mc Govern at Mrs. B. C. Hyson’s home. The afternoon featured embroidery work and pleasant conversation with pretty patterns on display. No guests attended. A four course dinner was served and members discussed a progressive dinner for husbands in February.
Mrs Ed Beck and Mrs Ed Tritsch hosted the Social Auction Club meeting at the former’s North Street home. Four tables played auction bridge after a six o’clock dinner, with members present including Mesdames Lutz, Lytle, Pettit, Gladman, Ambrose, Burchfield, White, Rochester, Watson, Becker and Walburn.
Mary Catherine Eberst hosted a dancing party at her Hill Street home for numerous friends on Thursday evening. Eight couples attended and the gathering was described as most enjoyable.
Mrs Harry Mull is spending a few days in Columbus accompanied by numerous friends.
Miss Margaret Lytle returns home from Columbus where she attends tending office training school for a weekend visit to her parents Mr. and Mrs. Will Lytle.
Mrs Meade Bowen hosted a Sewing Circle gathering on Wednesday afternoon with a pleasant collation. Guests included Miss Pet Hopley of Bucyrus and Mrs Charles Kennard of Portsmouth, joining members for an enjoyable afternoon.
Mrs Charles Kennard has returned to her home in Ports after an extended visit with her mother Mrs Horace Smith.
Mrs Rob Work hosted the Tourist club fortnightly gathering at East Second St. Miss Nellie Allen gave a detailed talk on Walt Whitman the poet of Democracy. The group shared poems by Whitman during roll call and a two course luncheon followed.
Sunday school Lesson The Marriage Feast Matthew 22 1 14 Golden Text Go out into the highways and hedge and constrain them Luke 14 23 Christian Endeavour topic A Surrendered and Victorious Life Colossians 2 1 7 Decision Day Epworth League topic Modern Progress Modern Un righteousness Hosea 4 1 10.
Sunday service at 10 45 A M with sermon on Spirit and Golden Text Romans 8 14, urging as many as are led by the Spirit of God to become sons of God. Sunday school at 9 30 A M and Wednesday meeting at 7 P M cordially invites attendance.
City officers invite residents to daily 7 PM meetings at the Mayor's Court room with open air gatherings at 6 30 PM near the court house corner, and a 2 30 PM Sunday service. The army extends a hearty welcome to all.
E. D. Crane is pastor with Sunday school at 9 AM. Preaching at 10 15 AM and 7 PM. Song and praise at 6 30 PM. Strouds Run preaching at 7 PM.
Sunday school at 9 A M followed by Union Evangelistic service at 10 30 A M with Dr Birney speaking on Peace Between Two Worlds A men only meeting at 2 30 P M at First Presbyterian Devotional Epworth League at 6 P M on Modern Progress Modern Un righteousness Union Evangelistic Service at 7 P M with Dr Birney on The Tragedy of the Eleventh Hour Attendance urged for all events
Both morning and evening services at the Presbyterian church and First Methodist feature sermons by Dr. Birney. Sabbath school meets at the usual hour, with planned classes and a large attendance expected across departments. The Young People gather for the six o clock service, then join the union evangelistic service. Men meet at 2 30 with an address by Dr. Birney.
Homer C. Smith, pastor leads worship at 10 30 A M with Sunday school at 9 00 A M and evening service at 7 00 P M The Sunday morning sermon is titled The Challenge of the Church.
The Church of God on Hocking Street hosts pastor B F Timmons with morning and evening sermons. Miss Alice Sprague leads a week of special meetings speaking on Self Dedication and The Elect of God. Mrs Gertrude Stevenson provides special singing as revival continues nightly at 7 o'clock.
E D Murch minister outlines Bible School and morning worship at 9:00 with sermon on the Fiery Forties of Christian Endeavor marking the Fortieth Anniversary. 10:15 special Endeavor sermon. reservations requested for all Endeavorers. Evening worship at 7:00 p.m. features the Christian Endeavor Society program.
Notice states the regular evening service will be led by the young people. A fine plate will be prepared by the young people for a social after the service. Teachers training at 2 30 P M. No regular Christian Endeavor service due to youth leadership. Mid week prayer at 7 00 P M. All public services open to everyone.
The Church of Christ Y M C A announces a 9 A M Bible study on Hebrews chapter 6 at the Carnegie Library, followed by apostolic worship at 10 o clock. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Lottridge Ed Rowan has moved from Huntington West Virginia to his farm here. O L Davis visited Athens on Saturday. Mr and Mrs William Messenger, recently wintering in West Virginia, returned to their daughter Mrs James Hursman. Mrs L T Runnion and her mother Mrs Lacy Windsor visited Mrs L H Allen. Hall Chapman of Coolville is visiting Leroy Boggs. Ralph Allen spent Sunday at Maple Wood Farm with J S Gaston. Quarterly meeting at Bethel M E church set for Wednesday February 16.
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