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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1929

Page

9

County Treasurer Explains How To Make Tax Payment Easier

County Treasurer Rafael Johnson outlines property tax classifications, payment methods, due dates, and penalties. He emphasizes listing requirements for real and personal property, the timing of tax receipts, and options to pay by check, money orders, or cash with payable instructions.

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Physicians Back Sterilization Bill for Epileptics and Feeble Minded

A state medical cohort led by Dr Jammer Porter endorses a bill to sterilize epileptics feeble minded and insane persons to curb heredity and reduce crime. The plan would certify and, if approved by three state hospital superintendents and courts, compel sterilization before release from state institutions. Endorsements come from Dr Bewerick and other prominent physicians and psychologists.

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America’s Favorite Poem Contest Seeks Reader Votes

The Athens Messenger invites readers to vote in a nationwide poll on America’s favorite poem. A Voting Coupon is printed in today’s issue and will run for several days, allowing each family member to vote, as editors collect and announce results across the district and nation.

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Johnson Defends Darwin Theory Clash On Sunday Debates

Dr Johnson plans a public clash defending Darwin’s theory of human evolution against objections by Clarence Darrow at the Majestic Theater Sunday afternoon. He notes he has delivered more than 150 addresses in colleges universities and conferences while continuing revival services at Central Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church with nightly sermons on Sin and the need to return to Washington’s spirit. Five conversions followed Friday night’s service.

Andre Dolson Kentucky Majestic Theater Johnson Stansling Clarence Darrow William Jennings Bryan Central Avenue Methodist Episcopal Ile Washington United States

Discuss New School For Mechanicsburg PTA Meeting

A Mechanicsburg PTA meeting led by County Superintendent HW Fr McVay discussed prospects for a new Mechanicsburg school aligning with Athens Township plans. PTA unanimously pledged full support to promote building a new junior high school.

Mechanicsburg Athens Township HW. FR. McVay Parent - Teacher Association

Athens Boy Scouts Have Own Room Well Fitted Out

The First Methodist Church hosts a dedicated Boy Scouts of America room with a radio setup, work tables, tool chest, and a display of wood carvings. Scouts log stations, keep troop records, and run an indoor horseshoe like game while lessons cover first aid, cooking, and aviation.

Athens Havde First Methodist Church Boy Scouts of America Ling Tay Ty Younier Logart Atheng Webster Dalton Tom Biddle Ted Presston Kent Dupler

Americans Alarmed by Civil War Flares in China

February 23 report from Peking notes Americans in China alarmed by civil warfare breaking out simultaneously in Hunan and Shantung Provinces. Calls rise for delivering gunboats to Shanghai rapid response. Local residents fear broader conflict and risk to expatriates as tensions escalate.

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Canary Caged After Neighbors Complain Noise Level

In Kearny, Anthony Slinguse faces detention over nightly disturbances from a singing canary that keeps locals awake and disrupts daytime work, prompting complaints from neighbors. The report notes the bird’s booming basso voice as the core issue and mentions ongoing disputes about nuisance.

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Frank Hannon Hurt In Auto Accident

Frank Hannon, a salesmath for the Hines Manufacturing Company, was injured in a late Friday night automobile crash near Cleveland. He was en route from Buffalo to Cloves when the accident occurred, and was taken to Fairview Park Hospital with severe leg injuries. His wife, Jink Elannen, was not harmed.

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Girl Scout Notes on Weels Activities in Atlens

Reports from Vroon No 1 and Troop No 8 detail a prepudar meeting at Scout House on MN Street. Mrs Homer Herrington explains merit badges, a hostess badge class, and two groups led by Mrs S. HL Hing on citizenship merit and Mary kK Immerman on signaling.

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Yenderfoot Scout Meeting Activities Recap

Janet Dinglavas led the Yenderfoot troop as three Goudie members attended the ARBOR event as guests. Mrs Bing and Mrs Cherrington chaired committees and a Court of Honor meeting followed. Girls gave talks, played games, and learned songs.

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State House Burned in Frankfort Fire

A blaze destroyed the right wing of the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort on February 6, harming the highway department survey division and the State Highway Commission. Cause blamed on defective wiring. investigations to follow.

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