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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1931

Page

19

Food dealers show gain in annual sales record

The piece notes a 1931 Food Dealers view of rising annual sales and lower raw material costs benefiting consumers. It cites cautious year-end commitments, increasing corporate buying, and growing investor interest in food securities, with food stocks ranking high on the New York Stock Exchange by late 1929 data.

Yes Indy Saya C. M. Chester Fr. Pres General Foods Corporation New York Stock Exchange

Cotton Output and Census Estimates for 1930 Harvest

An estimated 14,272,000 bales of 800 pounds gross weight are projected for 1930 cotton crop from returns to December 1, compared with 14,425,000 bales as of November 1 and the 1920 peak. Census reports total lint yield around 2884,979 bales counting rounds and excluding linters. price comparisons note 12,559,766 for 1925 period and 12,400,164 for 10 Toe.

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Crude Oil Output in 1930 Falls Short of 1929 Levels

The report shows total United States crude oil production for 1930 expected to be well below 1929 and slightly under the prior year’s aim. Analysts use mine figures for 19 months plus November and December to estimate about 34.5 million barrels daily averages around 2,451,000 barrels. Production trends reflect efforts to meet demand, with August-to-December output weaker than the mid-1920s benchmarks and the year ending below earlier peaks.

United Thorne

Economic Well Being and Wealth Distribution

The text argues that national prosperity depends on fair wealth distribution. It notes America's rise to wealth since Columbus and warns that centralized money via banks or other channels harms individuals and national prosperity.

Wholesale house provides life’s necessities from world markets

The wholesale house meets a clear need by sourcing high grade teas from local vendors and coffee from Brazil, delivering top foodstuffs to American families through modern transportation. The article emphasizes the role of wholesale houses and merchants in bringing global products to doors, aiding housewives in daily meals.

Brazil

Stealing Churches for Liquor Money and Prohibition Debate

A scrambled clipping blends Prohibition rhetoric with local legal notices. It references theft from churches to fund liquor, a car crash involving Looman and Webb Nichols, and damages sought. Also noted are a World War veteran’s death and English actress Josephine Baker arriving in New York amid domestic tragedy.

Irteting Josephine Datkin Hoer New York John Joseph McGraw Waas

Fragmented OCR Note Sparks Vague Legal Mention

The readable text hints at an arrest or court case with references to Constable and involvement of authorities. Names and precise events are unclear, but a public safety or legal action is suggested amid garbled phrases and partial dates.

Unclear historical remarks blend crime and Prohibition era rhetoric

Fragmentary OCR shows a man named Werle and various figures from Kochanski and Mozark in a discussion on prohibition laws and education. The text references a ten consecutive period, New York Symphony, and a political context with quotes about liquor, youth education, and enforcement. Many garbled names and misplaced phrases hinder a coherent narrative.

To Wed Russian Prince Louise Van Alen Engaged

Palm Beach Florida newspaper item announces Miss Louise Van Alen's engagement to Prince Alexis Mdivanl of Russia. Her mother Mrs. Lauren Van Alen confirms the engagement after the couple met in Paris.

Palm Beach Louise van Alen Alexis 2 Mdivanl Russa Mra J. Lauren’ van Alen Thea Paria

Alfalfa Bill Proves Them Right Lunch and Aladysk Scene

A fragmentary report describes a noon meal event at a city house with unclear figures and garbled names. The text references Governeur and Murray in a nonsensical scene with paper bags and tangled phrases.

Murray House of Goby Hhabel Wits Taned Besta

Was Useless Waste of Half Million Dollars on Prohibition Report

Washington January 22. The Wickersham Commission report on prohibition drew mixed views with opponents arguing it showed progress and supporters seeking further action. Notable figures including La Guardia Williams and Norri commented on inquiries and possible congressional action amid debate over funds and enforcement.

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Weather summary with regional temperatures

Yesterday's highs included Miami 74 and Los Angeles 72 while Phoenix reached 70. Today's lows show Cochran at 26 below and Port Arthur at 18 below with a general rise in air pressure over the Ohio Valley. Warmer conditions are forecast inland as a warm front moves through the plain.

Miami Los Angeles Phoenix Cochran Port Arthur Lake Ragton Ohio Valley

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