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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1933
Page
4
The Athens Messenger lists subscription rates and mailing details for its Ohio Regions Nelsonville Glouster Athens area. It notes delivery by carriers and prices for one year and four weeks within a multi county distribution area.
New York Supreme Court Justice Peter Schmuck dismissed the lawsuit over The Strange Case of Mr. Hoover Under Two Flags. He said none involved came with clean hands and denounced the book as unfair and untruthful. He warned against the jackals of slander in a nation criticizing President Hoover.
The piece questions a letter from about 200 prominent Americans urging quick passage of a measure to outlaw war in international law. It argues that past pledges and peace pacts fail because underlying causes of war persist and diplomats evade rules. It warns that clever tactics to wage war without declaration persist.
A Connecticut farmer owed 3800 dollars and was jailed under an old law, leaving his wife and three children to cope while 19 pigs survived and crops rotted. The case mirrors reports from Iowa of threatened lynching at a farm foreclosure, linking social distress to debt and hardship.
Malay politician wins a major victory with enactment of the Philippine Independence Bill. The measure faces opposition from a Philippine Legislature faction seeking immediate freedom. Analysts note Filipino leaders show patient bargaining and a strategy of unity to resist imperialism and build international credibility in the Far East.
A Twenty year old with a steady salary seeks marriage advice from Dorothy Dix. The columnist argues he should wait until financially secure, as marriage can hinder ambition and burden a budding career. Also advises how to evict parasitic friends by cutting off money, food, and favors and setting clear boundaries.
A call to help vulnerable children left without steady home life as mothers work and wages lag. While welfare drives aid, many kids lack nurseries or safe care. Citizens should actively shelter and support, beyond writing checks, to bring comfort and care to needy children.
Cordelia Georgia unveils a 22 foot circumference steel and concrete apple monument weighing 5000 pounds mounted on an eight foot base. The feature stands in the public square. The article notes Carl Laemmie once clerked in Oshkosh Wisconsin before his film career. A final vote of 66 to 26 overrides a veto by five points over two-thirds. Weeks earlier the House forecast a safe majority by 306 to 47 for independence.
Chess champion Dr Alexander Alekhine played 21 games at the National Chess Club winning 12 drawing 5 and losing 4 on the day after he called off every move over 1500. He is currently touring the United States for a sequence of exhibition matches.
Rodney Dutcher explores the constitutional process of electing a U S president, potential deadlocks, and a possible acting president under the Lambe Duck amendment. He discusses how a third party could throw the election to the House and the mechanics of the electoral vote count and tally.
Mrs Margaret A Benedict presented a lecture recital on oratorio arias in the Fine Arts Building. The program featured Mrs Russell Rupp singing two solos. Social Literary Club members met at Mrs W E Peters home. Athens High School beat Hancock 30 to 7 at the Armory. Mary G Noss spoke on Oberammergau and the Passion Play from her European summer travels.
Dr Morris Fishbein explains alcohol's effects on the body, noting no scientific proof moderation shortens life. It dilates skin vessels, lowers temperature, and depresses the brain. food delays absorption, and dilution lowers impact. Small doses may raise heart rate, while larger doses lower blood pressure and weaken pulse.
The Coliseum at Rome accommodated 100000 spectators with 87000 seated. Its arena spans 182 feet wide and 265 feet long. Historical notes include many Lincoln writings, early agricultural colleges Hofwyl and Krumau, and local awards at the Ohio State Poultry show in Columbus. Local exhibitors named. music pupils of Miss Gladys Van Valey held a home recital on High Street with listed participants.
Twenty years ago Athens County No. 4 Uniform Rank of the Patriarchs Militant held installation at the Lawrence Block rooms. Installing officer T. A. Cotton, with 8 M. Johnson captain, J F Robbins first lieutenant, Bert Hooper second lieutenant, Harvey Reameey treasurer, and Carl G. Neff recorder. Albee County ranked first in Swards made at Ue.
Two ex Athen s County men RK D McGrath and Branch Beatty now in the Ozark Mountains Arkansas will testify against a gang of rustlers captured by Arkansas officers. Blood trail led to a tree with steer head and feet in the trunk. Officers later found where the steer was killed and seized livestock thefts including sheep. Four rustlers were captured. Beatty held in state custody pending further action.
Senator Huey Long of Louisiana vows to renew his attack on the Glass bank reform bill amid a looming cloture vote. Democratic Leader Robinson questions whether a two thirds agreement can be reached to limit speeches. no Republican signers on the petition.
President Hoover backs rapid action on a bankruptcy law revision aimed at expanding the ability of corporate debtors to adjust their obligations. Congress considers a measure to modernize court procedures and debtor protections.
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The piece notes at least six bitter contests for congressional seats, to be refereed by Congress before proceeding. It mentions Mo, James W. Beck of Pennsylvania, Lloyd Ellis as an opposing Democrat, and references to Lloyd lows district and Thurston’s return.
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