More Heat Than Light in a Restless Nation
Honest but fearful citizens retreat to safety as Washington’s uproar over a new Congress Supreme Court rulings and a presidential campaign stirs fear. The writer laments citizen ignorance critiques leaders on all sides and notes America’s history of wars depressions and missteps while hoping for preserved liberty.
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Congress
Supreme Court
Washington
Columbia
Ku Klux Klan
al Capone
Florida
Radio time during campaigns should be fairly allotted
The piece argues against blanket bans on political broadcasts before national conventions and questions how to draw a fair line. It notes government licensing and network dependence complicate censorship and urges reasonable, proportionate air time for both parties before and after conventions.
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Washington
Still Prefer the Hills in a Snowbound Wry Reflection
The author recalls severe winter snows in Southeastern Ohio and contrasts them with fantasy of the South Seas. He laments the loss of Arctic storytelling and notes isolated rural families cut off by blizzards while highway crews work to recover. The piece closes with a tongue in cheek preference for tropical storms over hurricanes.
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Ohio
South Seas
Florida
California
Arctic Circle
Coral Atoll
Actor Kidnapped Self. Attorney Says He Saved Barrymore
An eastern actor reportedly abducted himself and an attorney claims the act saved Barrymore from his own tendencies. The comment hints the actor may still recoil from his reflection as civic mood includes blue black as a popular car color and pedestrians may follow suit.
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Barrymore
Sydney man sleeps five times in a year
A Sydney resident reportedly slept only five times over the past year, a striking record noted amid unclear context and fragmented phrases about music and familiar sayings.
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Sydney
Australia
New Year Business Outlook Faces Caution and Tax Changes
Paul Mallon notes at a New York board meeting that despite a bright immediate outlook, industry remains cautious amid a heated political campaign and rising federal taxation. Finance leaders anticipate more Treasury financing this year than last, including the cost of the bonus, while markets stay wary of the long-term fiscal path.
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Paul Mallon
New York
Park Avenue debutante Teddy Roosevelt Jr at memorial
Park Avenue political debutantes recall Theodore Roosevelt Jr addressing memorial exercises for his father on a platform with President Roosevelt, Governor Lehman, and Mayor LaGuardia Nearby, Teddy begins with a generic greeting to the chairman then addresses the audience with a formal line.
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Lehman and LaGuardia
Bonus payouts seen as prudent business move
Analysts long anticipated which industries would receive bonuses and how large. The general view among business leaders is positive about paying and distributing bonuses to clear the matter. Conservative authorities also see bonuses as beneficial to settle the issue.
Roosevelt Opposes Manufacturers Tax Citing Shoe Cost
A New York businessman asked about a manufacturers tax. The President asked the price of his shoes and noted the chauffeur would pay the same, arguing both would face the tax. Despite rumors, the President remains opposed to any such tax.
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New York
Roosevelt
New York Voters Expect Action Before Smith Speech
New York crowds hoped for a major move by the New Dealers to offset Al Smith. They speculated on inflationary measures and changes, aiming to see something original from the administration.
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New York
al Smith
Smith
Split in labor ranks deepens as Lewis targets AFL
The conflict between Green and Lewis grows deeper with Lewis pursuing an industrial union plan that could jeopardize AFL jobs and force decentralization. Lewis enjoys support from New Dealers and could influence future policy, while AFL leaders expect years of tense friction and obstruction.
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Green
Lewis
American Federation of Labor Associates
American Federation of Labor
Guffey
Pals and politicking swirl around Democratic convention prospects
Al’s circle toys with how many delegates he could win for the next Democratic convention, starting with Rhode Island and moving through three more states. Silver men note silver price effects on producers, while Massachusetts insurance talks loom over big projects. Local groups receive Lobby Committee questionnaires as scrutiny nears. The GOP lines up press talent, and Fletcher endures alphabet soup from New Deal agencies to radio stations. Dora, allergic to emanations, detests rayon.
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Liberty League
Rhode Island
Massachusetts
Black
Senate Lobby Committee
Republican National Committee
New Yorker
Public Forum criticizes ROTC and democracy threats
A reader argues ROTC training at Ohio University promotes autocratic discipline and wartime indoctrination. They condemn Legionnaires, teachers, and actions by the War Department, claiming fascist tendencies and threat to democracy, urging immediate resistance.
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the Messenger
O. U
Carleton Nichols
United States
Military Department
ROTC
War Department
California University
Percy Burrows
Percy
Legionnaires of
Cleveland
Liberty League
Red Cross
Mexico
Court Street
Athens
Kiwanian
England
DuPonts
District Tales of Long Ago Park Cas Sr ak er
Joshua Fleehart a frontier scout of the Belpre settlement in Southeastern Ohio near Blennerhassett Island led thrilling hunts against Indians. He outpaced pursuers after a dawn confrontation, saved his beaver pelts and silver bracelets, and returned to his family unharmed.
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C. H. Harris
Joshua Fleehart
Ohio
Belpre
Fleehart
Blennerhasset Island
Scioto
Brush Creek
Chillicothe
Freehart
They Say and Voices on Liberty Isolation and Trade
Quotes from Gilbert Seldes Herbert Hoover and W C Teagle reflect on radio culture farm liberty isolationism and trade barriers. The snippets contrast comforts of prosperity with calls for free trade and open markets amid global tensions and economic policy debates.
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W. C. Teagle
Elderly avoid politics and pensions debated
Mrs. Alinda French, 104, in St. Louis says age removes worry about politics and pension issues. E. W. Hinchuff, a British musician, warns jazz harms performers as street protests might arise over modern music and disability labels.
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Alinda French
St. Louis
E. W. Hinchuff
Propaganda Critique Cited By W Kittle In Millfield Note
A Millfield letter from W Kittle dated January 17 denounces Liberty League influence as insidious propaganda. He warns eternal vigilance is the price of liberty and asserts democracy abroad after securing America for Americans.
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Liberty League
America
W. Kittle
The Strange Case Julia Craig Chapter XI
Julia Craig, a secretary, plans a singing career aboard George Woodford's yacht. After Payton tries to access the radio room, Woodford questions him while Julia fears exposure. Payson reveals a payout offer to gain entry, and tension rises as crew confronts the intruder.
Hidden Message On The Island Yacht Dispute
Payson tries to summon a man to fetch him earlier, prompting Captain Woodford to defend his yacht and island. Julia notes heavy drinking sharpens tempers as Payson defends a $25 bribe and a plan to notify an ally to alter their rendezvous. Hugo Nash watches the confrontation.
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Payson
Woodford
Julia
Hugo Nash
America Disarmed Dream or Danger Ahead
Poetic plea by Leda Sams urging readers to consider disarming and the potential costs. The piece warns of looming battleships, planes, and a march to Washington, laments silent defense, and questions the fate of flag and freedom if defense is abandoned. It reflects wartime anxieties and calls for civic reflection.
Local Births and Celebrations Noted in Town Socials
Ten years ago B F Eddy returned from a Columbus trip. Mr and Mrs L H Baughman welcomed a son Richard Manning. Mrs James P Wood hosted a birthday party for Grace age six. Dr and Mrs Alston Ellis hosted a dinner for Dr Ellis's birthday. Harold Copeland visited from Morgantown with his parents. Mr and Mrs Carl Graham were hosts at a gathering at William Grahams home in Graham's Chapel.
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B. F. Eddy
Columbus
James P. Wood
W. Washington St
Grace
Mrs. Alston Ellis
Congress St
Dr. Ellis
Harold Copeland
Medical University
Morgantown, W. Va
T. A. Copeland
Carl Graham
Mrs
William Graham
Graham
Local society notes and notices from Athens region
Miss Kathryn Cranmer wed William A. Blackwood with Rev D B Evans presiding. Pan Hellenic dance chaperoned by Irma Voigt and Loring Connett at the Athens Armory. DeWeese Stewart reports killing an 18 pound wild cat near Stewart. Dean Williams home at WN College St sold to Mrs. Anna Tinker. Shell rim glasses trend noted. Dinner hosted for Aner Tornato and Mrs. Frank Goldsberry. Delegates named for state convention include J L Pritchard Joseph Richards Frank Lowther and others from multiple towns. Dr H W Elson urged as national delegate.
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Dean Irma E. Voigt
Loring Connett
Athens Armory
Henry G. Williams
College St
Lawrence and Bean Agency
Anna Tinker
J. L Pritchard
Yokr
Joseph Richards
Trimble
Frank Lowther
Waterloo
Lee
Alexander
H. T. Mulligan
Troy
Carthage
Ledi
W. R. Goddard
Ames
Bern
Dover
Orley Morgan
Athens
James McClanahan
Canaan
Rome
H. W. Elson
United States Demands Explanation Over Persia Liner Sinking
The United States demanded an explanation from Turkey for the sinking of the P and O liner Persia. Mrs. T W Gold was an honor guest at her Richland Avenue home.
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United States
Turkey
Persia
T. W. Gold
Richland Ave
Health Hing And Diet by Dr Morris
Health Hing And Diet explains infant growth and feeding needs. It notes babies grow rapidly from birth and require proper food and energy for healthy development, contrasting natural and artificial feeding effects on weight gain.
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DR. Morris
Sleep habits and health effects of oversleeping
An article notes oversleeping for five hours or more at times can harm health, but normal sleep needs vary. It warns that habitual long rests may indicate underlying issues and suggests consulting a physician if sleep patterns are persistently abnormal or disrupted by overwork or disturbances.
Proper heating needs for newborns in cold
The text explains infant heat needs, noting babies use more weight when new born and must be kept warm. It mentions diet and other factors, and that infants lose heat when not well covered, suggesting the use of heat sources like hot water bottles to maintain warmth.
Woman’s death shocks West Point theater audience
A local West Point theater crowd was stunned when a man named O Neal answered to attend a women’s event and reported his wife dead upon arrival. Authorities investigated the circumstances of the death and the couple’s movements prior to the incident.
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West Point
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