Public Forum Letter Defends Old Age Pensions In Ohio
The writer from New Marshfield argues against Rutland critics of pensions, recalling hardship from 1869 birth and 1918 flu losses. He cites family history, military service, and work life, condemns opposition to pensions, and urges money circulation over hoarding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Messenger
Rutland Forum
Rutland
France
Lafayette
Lord Cornwallis
Chancellorsville
Gettysburg
Bull Run
Ireland
Washington County
Athena County
F. W. Bush
Athens
Ohio
Columbus
United States
America
St. Peter
H. T. Deweese
New Marshfield
Poets Corner Prairie Verses and Homecoming Echoes
Messenger readers send verses from the prairie with lines about Iowa skies Spirit Lake shore and a plea to Leda to come home. The poem reflects winter winds drifts white snow wild roses and a longing for the prairie and loved ones back home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spirit Lake
Leda
Daddy
Politicos clash over inflation outlook and prosperity claim
Washington observers split over near term trends as inflation fears rise. Postmaster General Farley touts Kansas speech while economists warn of artificiality and instability in a tentative recovery. The cautious consensus sees a generally good outlook but not a self sustaining rebound.
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Washington
Ins
Farley
Kansas
President in a tough spot as Congress debates relief and taxes
The piece portrays President Roosevelt facing a divided Congress, with budgetary strain and pressure for new taxes in an election year. It notes relief spending, farm program questions, and internal White House disputes as advisers seek guidance while Congress pursues expansive funds for voters and pork projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Congress
White House
Wallace
Supreme Court
Washington
Fires, Salvage, and Policy Woes Across City Debates
The piece outlines three fire department duties: prevention through inspections, active firefighting with proper gear and water access, and routine salvage to save property. It cites a 1935 National Board of Fire Underwriters survey showing limited salvage programs in many cities, then shifts to political commentary on New Deal era power and governance debates, including remarks on Parker’s Supreme Court considerations and public perceptions of fiscal credibility.
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National Board of Fire Underwriters
New Deal
Parker
Supreme Court
Inflation Prospects and Expansionary Trends Urged
The outlook points to broad expansion powered by ample credit, raising prices gradually over time. Analysts caution uncertainty about how far inflation will advance or what form it will take, despite a generally expansionary trajectory.
Snowball of Credit Grows with Impending Large Drift
The passage describes a growing snowball effect in credit, moving with pressure from outside forces. It notes weak spots, potential direction changes, and a likely continued moderate expansion over several months, foreseeing a substantial credit surge in the not too distant future.
Hearings Reveal Forestry Dept Avoided Shelter Belt Funding
The House Appropriations Committee discussed President Roosevelt's shelter belt plan and its burial without protest. Forestry officials indicated they would proceed only with Congressional approval and could withdraw if denied. The project involved 1,000 miles long by 100 miles wide, with 3 billion trees. it has spent about 1 million for 22,000 acres, while 14 million in remaining funds was blocked by the comptroller general.
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House Appropriations Committee
Roosevelt
White House
Congress
Fire safety and salvage duties for small towns
A historical note emphasizes fire department roles in safeguarding irreplaceable property, salvage operations to reduce losses, and the three essential duties of fire services. It mentions public warnings, health themed soap tracts, and community impact of fire consequences versus salvage outcomes.
Byrd Named Chairman of Panel to Reorganize Government
Vice President Garner appoints Senator Byrd of Virginia to lead a special committee that will study and report in the next session on a plan to reorganize government departments and cut operating costs by millions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Byrd
D. Va
Garner
Health Hints And Diet Health Hints And Diet
Dr Morris Fishbein notes diet cannot cure low blood pressure but can improve health. Causes remain uncertain with links to long infections such as typhoid and periods of heart weakness. The condition may follow influenza or severe colds and to glandular deficiencies requiring correction. A low blood pressure diet resembles a secondary illness plan.
Cure for kidney stones and dietary tips from old article
The piece states kidney stones may stem from infections and are mineral deposits in urine. It argues hard water alone won’t cause stones, advises dilution with water, and lists a full daily diet and lifestyle tips for stone-prone individuals and those with low blood pressure.
Birds Use Tucking and Paddling to Sleep While Circling
Birds that sleep on the water stay afloat by tucking one foot into their feathers and paddling with the other. This method keeps them from drifting ashore, causing them to travel in small circles as they rest.
Cruise to Nowhere on a Shipboard Mystery
Jane Weston boards a three week ocean cruise after a travel magazine suspends publication. Dirk Strom and Snowshoes, a detective, uncover a murder involving Mannie Jackson, a suspected extortionist, while Nora Lane hides the Kokinor diamond on the luxury liner. The body sits in Nora Lane’s stateroom as investigators hunt for clues.
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Jane Weston
Jane
Dirk Strom
Lake Placid
Dirk
Snowshoes
Nora Lane
Miss Lane
Madame Doremus
Dutch Lenz
Mannie Jackson
Tino Rossi
Ken Martin
Linda Bayes
Murder on the Cruise Aboard Mystery Deepens
Dirk discovers Nora Lane in distress as Mannie Jackson lies dead in a cabin. The ship's doctor says the purser, Snowshoes, and the detective speculate the killing occurred between 11 and midnight while Nora Lane was in the ballroom or bar. The case unsettles the passenger as authorities plan the inquest.
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Mannie Jackson
Dirk
Snowshoes
Mannie
Mannie Jackin
Nora Lan
Docto
Suite AA
Nora Lane
Quotes on rights and prisons from early 20th century figures
A collection of opinions cites Dr. Frederick A. Cook's polar claim, Lord Tweedsmuir on speech, Sanford Bates on island prisons, and E W Hincheliff on music's impact, presenting a tapestry of reform and rhetorical ideas.
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Sanford Bates
United States Bureau of Prisons
Prime Minister Warns on Speculator Power
The British prime minister Stanley Baldwin cautions that government limits cannot restrain the speculator, warning that efforts to constrain him would be ineffective and risky in the current economic climate.
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Stanley ~ Iwin
Luncheon honors in Knoxville and Athens society
Mrs. A Bruce Wells hosted a luncheon for 12 in Knoxville with the Woman's Music Club roster including Miss Witham Miss Collins and Mrs. J F Stevens among others. Masons attended the St Bernard Chapter homecoming and inspection with Nelsonville council degrees conferred by W W Whitlateh master and L C Stern berger inspecting officer.
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M. B. Banks
Knoxville Tenn
Athens
A. Bruce Wells
Woman’s Music Club
Miss Witham
Collins
Russell Rupp
St. Bernard
Haybrow
Nelsonville
Logon Methodist Church Fire scare traced to furnace backfire
Congregation members in Logan feared a blaze when smoke filled the Methodist Church auditorium after services began. Investigators ruled the haze originated from a backfire in the furnace rather than an actual fire.
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Methodist Church
Logan
Edith Roach Pledged to Alpha Delta Pi
Miss Edith Roach was pledged to Alpha Delta Pi at the pledge service held at the home of Mrs. C. C. Millikan.
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Edith Roach
Alpha Delta Pi
C. C. Millikan
Beta Theta Pi Annual Initiation Banquet Honors Speakers
The Beta Theta Pi annual initiation banquet occurred at the Cafeteria with Floyd 8. Crooks of Columbus as speaker. Russell Finsterwald Harry Wilson and Prof. W. L. Graves of Ohio State University also spoke along with new member Thomas Wolfe. Alumni present included Paul Reed H. H. Shively D. W. Fawcett G. A. Reese and B. R. Kimes.
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Beta Theta Pi
Floyd
Local residents brief notes and official appointment
Mrs Mary T Hibbard returns from Columbus and Mr and Mrs Sam Sommer come back from weeks in New York City and D Zenner Company Readable details note an early advertisement type. County officials Fred N Linscott W E Riley and Probate Court Judge Phillips met to appoint Martin F P Ohlinger Nelsonville commissioner of Ashens County to succeed the late William Dean.
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Mra
Sam Sommer
New York City
Fred N. Linscott
W. E. Riley
Phillipg
Martin FP. Ohlinger
Nelsonville
Ashens County
William Dean
Ames Township History and Early Pioneers Highlight 1800s
Reading excerpts from a long history, the Ames Township narrative notes founder Sylvanus Ames and the 1802 trustees meeting. It recalls early settlers like George Wolfe and Betsy Wyatt, the first white child born in Ames, and the first mills and farms established by 1801 1797. The piece mentions Ben Hooper and Hooper Ridge, fertile soil, limestone, and a rough portrait of community life.
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Ing Valley
Emory Va Wolfe
Lower Plains
Ames Township
Athens Couty
Sylvanus Ames
Ames
Gustavus Everett
Jom Baker
Topher Herrold
Henry Barrows
Betsy Wyatt
William Parker
George
Ephriam Cutler
Oh Township
Fwing
Judge Cutler
Capts
Brown
Ben Hooper
Hooper Ridge
Morgan County
Ben
Brothé Willis
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Poets’ Corner
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Paul Mallon
SEC
James Landis
Willie
E. Brown
DR. Morris Fishbein
George Clark
Cruise TO
Nowhere
Deck M
They
Frederick A. Cook
North Pole
Lord Tweedsmuir
Canada
E. W. Hincheliff
Mary T. Hibbard
D. Zenner Company
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