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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1924
Page
14
Fragmentary lines reflect a devotional thought on folly and transgression. The wording references affliction, season, and a hopeful note for all to be merry. The readable text is incomplete and contains garbled phrases.
A columnist warns readers about pronunciation faults and suggests practical tips. He discusses common stresses in words such as detail aerial and precedence, notes the need for a good ear, and urges reading poetry and listening to strong speakers. The piece compares linguistic confusion to financial hardship faced by many elderly Americans amid rising living costs.
Rodger uncovers a silver dollar from 1914 amid wartime remnants. It now buys 60 cents, reflecting 40 percent loss in purchasing power. The piece notes compounded interest could have grown the dollar to about 2 dollars by 1932, illustrating inflation's impact.
The Standard Oil Company of California will remove about 1200 roadside signs across California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada and Arizona. The firm says it will not erect further highway billboards to keep scenery unmarred, hoping to gain public goodwill and encourage other advertisers to follow suit. Public groups may push for similar action nationwide.
The text notes a decreased buying power due to rising prices, causing households to pay more now for goods and services. Limited readable context suggests broader economic impact on budgets and living costs.
The piece argues that saving 60 cents now could be worth about a dollar later if buying power rebounds, noting economists doubt a quick return to normal. It cites 50-year price cycles, with costs rising to 1920 peaks then falling, and suggests long waits for realignment while aging continues.
Washington dispatch notes a rise in motor coach use across the country, matching 19th century coaching with modern engines. Coaches run on open highways and rail corridors, competing with railroads, extending city car lines to suburbs, and sometimes replacing less efficient electric rail services.
The piece notes a surge in motor coaches replacing steam trains for short trips, with 157 railroads using them in 1924 and typical coaches carrying about 30 passengers and 1000 pounds of baggage. It compares urban jitneys, city bus routes, and a Canada example with 55 passengers, 225 horsepower, and a large baggage compartment, signaling a potentially lasting shift versus earlier jitney failures.
Harold Knutson of Minnesota and Leroy Hull, a government clerk, were held at Arlington Court House on March 19 for action by the county grand jury after a grave moral offense alleged on a lonely road near Washington.
A compilation discusses racial justice for Black people in the United States, notes shifts in global manufacturing after war, explains nutria fur from the coypu, defines wool versus hair, and covers rules about coaching in four handed horseshoe pitching.
Parliament witnesses a mosaic tribute to St Patrick, honoring Ireland’s seven century struggle against English rule and its pursuit of self government as a belated homage by lawmakers.
The column notes francs climbed yesterday and gamblers felt the squeeze in Amsterdam and locally. It warns that losses could have been avoided by following daily advice against short selling francs at peak levels.
The shirt Napoleon wore when he died of stomach ulcers will be sold by Archambault descendants, Napoleon's servant. A coffin fragment and the glass he drank from accompany the relics. Critics say a future book could claim his health failed from fast eating and poor sleep, a tale that could attract pricey interest.
The House plans a twenty billion dollar bonus for soldiers who lost their jobs and wartime chances. Critics, once vocal in supporting the war effort, now fear tax burdens and express rage at paying for the measure.
The speaker argues the total sum is under twenty dollars per American if taxes on high incomes were fully paid. They claim ending evasion could fund a yearly government bonus for every man, woman, and child without financial strain.
The article argues that distributing money to those who will spend it quickly benefits the nation, likening it to irrigation for dry fields. It cites England after a pension payout where capitalists initially left but later stayed as distribution spurred employment and prosperity, predicting a similar effect from a soldiers bonus.
Italy, led by Musso lini, seizes Fi ume and elevates d Annunzio to prince of his work. The nation claims its ancient right and asserts it has reclaimed what belongs to Italy, citing long civilization on the Adriatic.
A Q and A column explains curling basics with terms skip bonespiel and origins. It notes the Janney train coupler patent by E H Janney in 1873 74 and answers cribbage run rules. It also covers potato cooking salted water wilderness meaning and ship models in early church displays.
Readers are invited to submit questions to the Information Bureau Washington with two cents for postage. The bureau provides factual answers but does not give legal medical or financial advice or handle domestic matters. Include full name address and stamps for return mailing.
Public forums announce John F. Brown has left the work in Athens and Hocking counties. District Superintendent Henderson indicates a transfer from Pennsylvania. a new missionary will arrive as soon as possible. Ollie E. Liggett offers to obtain supplies, Bibles, and song books for Union Schools in Athens Ohio.
Three foreign nationals appeared in court for naturalization Tuesday. Only Louis Supek from Hungary passed the required examination and earned naturalization papers. Joseph Darlack’s case was continued while Koray Szaga’s was dismissed. several others were dismissed for absence.
March 18 Toledo Charles Rosenbrook 21 and Lloyd Jones 19 pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the January 8 holdup and killing of Arlington Eliott owner of Holland garage, as the jury panel for Wesexbrook's trial was completed.
Columbus March 19 Eve Antrim of Columbus was elected chairman and John Gibson of Dayton was named vice chairman of the Ohio Dairy Products association at a board of directors meeting.
The article argues coffee faces defense and health concerns and promotes Postum as a caffeine free alternative. It claims Postum satisfies hot drink needs and appeals to former coffee drinkers with better sleep and comfort.
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