The Athens Messenger and Herald Description and Rates
The Athens Messenger established 1825 serves five counties in Southeastern Ohio with editions including a Sunday morning paper. Publisher Gordon K. Bush and Editor Charles B. Harris lead a regional paper linked to Athens Nelsonville Glouster Logan Pomeroy Middleport Coolville Gallipolis and surrounding communities. Subscriptions run 50 cents a week in Ohio with yearly rates listed.
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Frederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald
Gordon K. Bush
Charles BH. Harris
Ohio
Althens
Nelsonvilleglouster-Logan- Pomeroy
Middleport
Coolville
Gallipolis
Adequate Tax Support for Ohio Schools
Ohio faces a financial squeeze as state money for schools falls short for years. The ten mill limitation is expected to shift local costs and broaden tax payment, reducing unpaid taxes and forcing a more equitable school and government funding system. Business conditions improve, prompting calls for civic responsibility to sustain revenue.
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Ohio
Romance Comes First
A columnist argues that romance matters more than practical gifts in marriage. They recount a husband giving money after a Christmas dispute and warn that practical presents erode affection. The piece urges wives to welcome heartfelt symbols and keep romance alive rather than chase utility.
Rural Sidewalks Needed A Worthy Community Project
A rural community sidewalk program is urged as a lasting value for Ohio towns. The state highway department already built several sidewalks in the district and support is urged to extend this work. Pedestrians, especially youths, walk along highways, risking accidents, while drivers’ nerves and safety would improve with dedicated walking space.
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Ohio
State Highway Department
American League Urges Continental Security Pact
The text argues that if the United States joins a league of nations for security and prosperity, it should be formed on the North American continent. It notes the President has affirmed his policy.
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United States
North American
Background swirl over Roosevelt aides and money moves
Washington reports reveal straining ties as Democratic lawyers flood government offices to influence policy and tax refunds while Interior Secretary Ickes and Treasury Secretary Morgen thau push to curb inside lobbying. Roosevelt aims to stabilize law practice and money policy amid a volatile dollar and gold market.
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Paul Mallon
Washington
Roosevelt
White House
Interior
Ickes
Treasury
Morgenthau
Roosevelt policy sparks Latin American rebirth of nationalism
The article argues non intervention in Latin American affairs signals a shift away from the Monroe Doctrine. Latins celebrate as they gain autonomy and pride, with North American reassurance toward Canada and the Rio Grande neighbors. A Western Hemisphere league of nations could become feasible.
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Mr. Roosevelt
Canada
Rio Grande
League of Nations
Western Hemisphere
Insomniac Mark Sullivan Frames New Deal Dissent
Mark Sullivan suffers insomnia while counting administration measures as he imagines a painless revolution against the New Deal. He rails at Tugwell and Frankfurter and questions Roosevelt's policies as editorials of the era debate the nation’s path.
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Heywood Brown
Mark Sullivan
Pennsylvania Avenue
Mark
Mellon
Mr. Mellon
White House
Mr. Sullivan
Guy Tugwell
Pippa
Hoover
Herald-Tribune
Tugwell
Roosevelt
Frankfurter
Carter Glass
Virginia
Alfred E. Smith
Baloney
Early settler Moses Hewitt of Athens County remembered
The life of Moses Hewitt the first Waterloo Township settler is recalled from his 1797 arrival with brother John and roles in Athens Ohio history. His grave at West State Street Cemetery bears an inscription still legible though crumbling.
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C. H. H. Moses Hewitt
Waterloo Township
Athens County
Ohio University
West State Street
Athens
Margaret's Creek
Hocking River
Hewitt
John
John Hewitt
Jacktown
Moses Hewitt
Athena
Old
Health departments and disease control costs
Dr Morris Fishbein argues that effective local health departments curb epidemics and improve life expectancy. He notes funding constraints and urges continued investment, stating that spending on prevention yields greater returns than other uses, especially in economically tough times.
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Morris Fishbein
Partment
Health Department
About Your Children by Olive Roberts Barton slang list
A reader lists slang and distorted English terms with meanings, from retaliate to dope and pan to face, illustrating how youth language evolved after the war. The piece acknowledges mixed reactions and urges appreciation for clear personality without old moss-grown phrases.
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Olive Roberts Barton
Coin collectors exempt from gold coin surrender order
Items of Interest report that coin collectors are exempt from turning in all gold coins to the U S Treasury, with a quip about unemployment. A Paris saxophonist played 16 hours and five minutes in a home setting to sustain a deal, and a British pilot loses a wallet of 1100 dollars possibly via air pocket. Sharkskin shoes deemed most durable by the Bureau of Standards, though unavailable after the 1929 crash.
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U. S. Treasury
Paris
U. S. Bureau of Standards
Believe It or Not Walter Manbery IQ Claim
A brief feature profiles Walter Manbery noted for a claimed high IQ and a memorable recall ability. The article hints at his unusual memory for birthdays and personal details, presenting a curious vignette about his life and persona.
Hurrah for The Messenger and Broun in January issue
The Public Forum Editor promotes Heywood Broun's January 15 critique of figures tied to the Economy League. It targets Rear Admiral Byrd, Archy Roosevelt, Rear Admiral Sime, and John Pershing, accusing them of pensions and lobbying while accusing them of treachery and misused funds. The note references local readers and names Ripley Nelsonville and C. B. Scott with dates January 14 and 15.
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the Messenger
Heywood Broun
Broun
Byrd
Admiral Byrd
Economy League
Willy
South Pole
Athens County
Archy Roosevelt
Sime
Common Soldiers
Treasury Raiders
Don Gabriel Critiques Farmer Wages in Public Forum Letter
In The Messenger January 10 issue Don Gabriel of Athens argues farmers face low returns despite year round work. He details costs from farm machinery to taxes, recalls early milking routines, and notes milk, eggs, and meat prices lag behind production costs.
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the Messenger
Don Gabriel
Athens
NRA
Athens County
Glouster News and College Highlights From Ohio Regions
News from Glouster and surrounding areas includes individuals visiting Columbus on business. Ohio University events feature the Men's Glee Club led by Fred Lee Tom and performances by Bethel and the Pallas Club. Local clubs held open sessions on West State Street with Ruth Davis reading and Dr and Mrs Davidson delivering the address. A new bridge near Fork at the outer end of Union Avenues is completed.
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Union Aves
Ruth Davis
Cile Burson
Davidson
Maccabees
HT. Yooe
Barron Nakajima Seeks Aggressive Policy Amid League
The text references Baron Nakajima of Japanese trade and industry and predicts a tougher stance by the League. Mentions James J. Davis of Pee and hints at broader economic and political tensions influencing policy direction.
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James J. Davis
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