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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1935
Page
4
The Athens Messenger details include publishers Frederick W Bush Gordon K Fairenrood and Charles Harris Manosine Toner as members of professional associations. Advertising rates are listed for Ohio subscribers with options by year, six months, and weekly plans.
The piece argues that readers prefer biographies of those who break rules and succeed despite flaws over tales of flawless virtue. It notes Edison once labeled a dunce and Franklin’s imperfect morals as comforting to many. It suggests modern biographies reveal both good and bad to show success despite weaknesses.
Editor James C. DeLong argues that lower utility rates threaten life insurance policies and savings banks that invest in utilities. He warns that widespread rate cuts could destroy private investments supporting social institutions and public welfare, urging citizens to consider long term losses over short term gains.
An observant writer argues courtesy is waning in society and schools. He notes courtesy comes from home and public life, cites kindness of station attendants, and urges readers to greet people by name and express appreciation.
Paul Mallon reports from Washington that President Roosevelt uses selective timing and vague opening moves to shape the congressional agenda. He feeds specific proposals gradually, keeps munitions and social reform issues in reserve, and redefines congressional leadership by steering debate through White House orchestration.
The incoming House will see over 21000 bills prepared for introduction though many will fade. Private relief bills dominate as lawmakers back home seek gains for constituents. A wave of familiar names are missing after the election surge.
The speaker urges pursuit of those using a bridge expert's name in games nationwide. He notes the expert would earn money in liquor ads if paid and questions misuse of his name, asserting a claim against improper use.
The National Resources Board outlines a 25 year program claiming to provide work for all by removing Communist influence and creating full employment.
Ten years ago column notes Cecilia Collins visiting her father Michael Collins for Christmas at Belle Center. Irene Devlin travels to Cleveland as houseguest of Mr and Mrs John Hibbard. Helen Lucile Woodard and Frank Watkins wed at Christian Church parsonage. Various local families hosted guests over the holiday with bridge parties and gatherings.
Anthony Thorne's Delay in the Sun follows a bus drivers strike that strands tourists in a tiny Spanish village. Characters include a matinee idol, a widow and a Jewish traveler who discover how quickly life changes. A painter, innkeeper's daughter, two English girls, and a London spinster reveal stalled lives and new longings as the group adapts.
Advice for influenza and severe cold: rest in a well ventilated warm room, avoid upstaging with food, drink plenty of warm liquids, and seek medical guidance for pain relief and fever control. Warns against self treatment and emphasizes gradual activity, diet, and a post illness physical checkup to protect heart kidneys and lungs.
The Ohio Safety Service Commission urges school children nationwide to patrol and teach road safety. From 1911 to 1929 automobile deaths rose from 2043 to 31215, with pedestrians and children among the victims. January to October 1934 saw 6956 state highway accidents, 663 deaths, and 5639 injuries.
The piece examines how adults often patronize children through teasing and excessive praise. It argues that talking to children as if they are fully human builds respect and trust, while condescension can cause long lasting discomfort and side effects in their behavior.
The article recalls the Julian Calendar reform begun by Aloigi Giglio under Pope Gregory XIII and completed at the Quirinale with Clavius and others in 1582. It also notes Rex Wiggins of McGill receiving a medal for sportsmanship after a 1923 cross country race against Goforth of Toronto.
Valeria urges Peter to keep his Florida house as a symbol of faith and plans to hire Allan Vincent, a stylish young decorator, to lure Ann back. Peter struggles with divorce rumors and Valeria’s manipulations while Ann remains missing, leaving readers with a fragile emotional tension and a hint of Valeria’s schemes.
George Ballou, an early settler, moved to Perry Township now in Perry County. Early residents traded with nearby towns, and the first white child born was Samuel Friend Jr. Rev David Duthbert delivered the first sermon in a Friend home. The Baptists built a church, and in 1820 the site of South Perry grew as log structures. Perry Township formed from Fairfield County with officers Stump, Samuel Fetherof, William Rice, and others serving as trustees and officials.
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