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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1934
Page
4
The notice lists association names and agents for subscriptions and advertising, with rates for mail and carrier delivery. It includes offices in Chicago and New York, and mentions obituary and card of thanks charges. Subscription prices show one year in Ohio and shorter terms with weekly rates.
Merle Thorpe in Nation’s Business asks readers to inventory two resources Faith and Courage amid gloom in society and politics. The piece contrasts doom with progress, cites world modernization and biblical resolve, and urges action by the people.
The author argues profit motive has driven civilization but must be balanced by service to others. Regulation comes from law, yet a change in mindset is needed toward serving society first. Until that attitude shifts, current reforms and codes will not suffice.
Cuba protests that American liquor policy shortchanges its rum exports while Canada, England, and France receive far larger wine and liquor quotas. The piece notes local county expenditures, New Year gatherings, and social clubs amid a tone of protest over rum and cultural tensions with the United States.
Dorothy Dix argues women gossip about personal matters and family flaws, not their minds, urging restraint on discussing private affairs. She contends men favor confident, varied discourse and warn that wives who constantly critique or reveal secrets undermine marital harmony and appeal.
Miss Lucy Law Chauncey and Arthur Brewer were wed in Millfield. Frances, daughter of Mrs E D Murch, married Edward Everet Higgins son of Mr DN Higgins. Grace McGrath returned to Parkersburg to teach art in the local schools. The Tuesday Needle Club met with Mrs J Clark East Mulberry Street. Athens County Jail held 115 prisoners in 1923 the largest yearly total. Ladies of the Hyperion Club Nelsonville met with Mrs J L Murphy.
Dr Morris Fishbein summarizes common winter hazards and safety steps. He notes hip injuries from icy steps especially threaten older adults and urges railings snow removal and ash clearances. He warns about ice thickness for skating and hunting firearm safety with a dozen don ts from the National Safety Council and emphasizes candles and non inflammable decorations for Christmas trees.
In a quiet moment Bert presses his mother for trust and truth while she recalls a past misstep. She denies ever declaring she would never trust him again, while Bert fears a lingering doubt in their relationship and questions if she truly believes him. They revisit a forgotten incident from years ago to test their bond.
Roosevelt backs a plan to rescue the Virgin Islands by building a government rum distillery using surplus plant and molasses. It would create work, pay cane farmers, and reduce reliance on imports while reactivating St. Croix rum for American sales.
Public forum items report marriage license applications for Vern A Bernard and Hazel Rodehaver of Guysville and William H Yocum Jr and Opal Mae Roberts of Glouster. Common Pleas notes announce Mrs Fred Beckler as court stenographer for 16th year and record a retrial ruling in Alice McAfoos versus Industrial Commission of Ohio. A reader letter from Co W, SUPER, Athens, Jan 2, discusses a historical Davidson case and related topics with local color.
A crossword style list titled A Famous Portia with multiple horizontal and vertical clues. It includes questions about names, origins, and various words such as rat name of actress, last name, and terms like unit, bond, and shelter. Several clues reference historical figures, geography, and common nouns across 60 items.
Evanston Illinois January 3 1930 Mrs Ira B Wise Smith national W C T U president called the first post prohibition New Year celebration a maelstrom of disgraceful excesses based on eye witness reports. She argued the event shows no change in the social harms of drink and challenges decency and sobriety.
James R. Barr, 79, Republican leader of Guernsey County, died in Cambridge from complications after a fall on icy streets. He was a delegate to the 1906 Republican Convention in St Louis that nominated McKinley, served as postmaster and mayor of Cambridge, and was a state senator in 1921 to 1932, later clerk of courts.
Ohio holders of Home Owners Loan Corporation four percent tax exempt bonds receive about 400000 dollars in six months accrued interest on 20000000 dollars of bonds issued by the Ohio branch. Coupons will be cashed by all Federal Reserve Banks and branches per State Manager Henry G Brunner.
In Lima Ohio about 4,000 of the 10,000 registered automobiles were out of traffic today as owners failed to buy 1934 license plates. The shortfall leaves many cars parked while enforcement or trading delays clear up.
Officials in Zanesville investigate the death of Earl H. Stoner found dead in his room with head injuries and a disturbed scene. He may have been dead three or four days as detectives pursue a murder theory.
The article forecasts a favorable period ahead marked by planetary influence bringing new surroundings and notable people. Caution advised in signing documents. personal relations boost happiness and prosperity. A child born now is ambitious, progressive, and likely to reach a premier position. notable nativity mentions Carter Glan, statesman.
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