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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1934

Page

4

The Athens Messenger Publication Details

The Athens Messenger records publication details for its edition schedule and pricing. It lists Frederick W. Bushpieetticher as founder years 1806 to 1920, notes weekday and weekend editions, publisher names, associations, and ad rates. It specifies postal classification and weekly, monthly, and yearly subscription prices.

Athens Messenger Frederick W. Bushpieetticher Sunda Athens Essenger & Herald Types Co Duh Shiries Harris American Newspaper Publishers Association Ohio Select List Audit Bureau of Circulation Associated Ohio Dailies Inland Daily Reef Association Associated Press John W. Cullen Company Chicago New York Detroit

The Star Chamber and The Radio Commission Clash

Col. Robert R. McCormick of The Chicago Tribune argues radio licensing resembles a Star Chamber infringing free speech. He cites WIBO and WIND seizures in Chicago, claims Fifth and First Amendment violations, and accuses the current administration of partisan censorship.

NRA Radio Commission Star Chamber Col Robert R. McCormick The Chicago Tribune

Inside story of relief loans for Congressmen sparks uproar

Washington July 1 a veteran columnist recalls two senators who secretly steered a bill letting lawmakers borrow from government relief programs. The move surfaced after adjournment, nearly triggering a veto, then quietly tucked into a housing measure. Critics warn of biased access and hidden records.

Paul Mallon Washington Senate Columbus Lindbergh House Congress Roosevelt FCA HOLC

Ankle Socks Banned for Women at New England College

The college rules that women students may not wear ankle length socks off the tennis court, branding them unbecoming for future teachers. The piece questions why teachers must adhere to a stricter code than other women and notes the broader stereotype of teachers as set apart.

New England Teachers’ College

Everyone a Gardener program for city schoolchildren

City and other districts teach gardening as part of the curriculum. Starting in third and fourth grades with required fifth and sixth grade courses, and possible continuation through high school. Neighborhoods supply land and volunteers maintain gardens. advocates say it teaches elemental growth knowledge and benefits life skills.

Los Angeles

Roosevelt vacation address praised as persuasive public speech

The writer lauds President Roosevelt's vacation address calling it among his most persuasive public orations. The piece notes five questions to "Mr You" and predicts strong support with a likely "Ayes" response to are you better off. It also cautions critics focus on perceived radical policies.

Roosevelt You

Understanding pleurisy and how to handle an attack

This article explains pleurisy a lung lining infection causing sharp chest pain during breathing. It covers causes poor ventilation fatigue symptoms shallow breathing and cough, and suggests rest, heat or cold applications and chest support with adhesive tape to relieve pain.

Toes and Exemptions in National Program Debate

A national executive cites the common burden of a great program while noting some people are still affected. The author argues certain “little pigs” have been overprotected and urges Roosevelt to address untried exemptions. The writer insists many doubters remain beyond the two cited classes.

Roosevelt Thomases

Roosevelt Left Hook Critics Eye Foe Knockout Chance

A veteran critic weighs Franklin D. Roosevelt against an elusive opponent in the ring and questions whether he can land a knockout. The piece compares political and boxing contests, noting Roosevelt's lead on points but doubting a decisive finish.

Mr. Roosevelt F. D Kid Ragged Franklin Roosevelt

Bedtime and heat how to soothe children in summer

Mothers face hot evenings and late daylight making bedtimes difficult. The author shares practical cooling strategies and flexible routines, noting climate, home layout, and children's ages shape decisions. She advocates safe, comfortable adjustments rather than strict adherence to prewar schedules.

All Right for the Moment on Labor and the NRA

The piece critiques relief measures in NRA offices and warns that truces between workers and employers are only breathing spells. It notes the need for clarification of Clause 7A and calls for Roosevelt to spell out concrete plans for labor and industry.

NRA Johnson Roosevelt Franklin D. Roosevelt

Iron Hands Power Through Years Of Challenge At Expo

Yesterday's cartoon explained how Andrew A. Gawley of Meaford Ontario lost his hands in a Spry mill accident thirty two years ago. With help from his blind father he rebuilt iron hands, mastering use and even breaking wire, now touring as a producer of such devices at the Believe It Or Not Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago.

Andrew A. Gawley Meaford Ontario Spry Canada Owens Sound Andrew D Gawley America Dorothy Christine Dey

Elks Plan Big Fourth Celebration at Athens County Grounds

Ten years ago Elks organized a major Fourth of July celebration at the Athens County grounds. Frank H. Biddle served as secretary of the County Fair for 1924 while Mayor L A Koons warned about fireworks within city limits. Voluntary contributions aided families in Lorain Ohio after a tornado. West Unit paving caused speeding violations and O O Crawford led Circleville’s Nelsonville Schools.

Elks Athens County Grounds

Letter to the editor argues machines cause unemployment

A reader responds to the June 26 editorial accusing relief recipients of laziness. The writer contends unemployment rose with mass production and lost control of machines. He urges equitable distribution and peaceful action to reduce joblessness, claiming few would refuse work if goods were owned collectively. The Plains, June 28.

the Plains June Michael

Early settlers of Lee Township and Albany historial highlights

The passage lists Lee Township settlers including Captain John Martin Phillip Smith and others, noting the township formed in 1819. It highlights Albany as the town with notable schools Atwood Institute and a colored school, Wells Library founded 1860 from Henry Wells’s fund, Wells being descendant of Hiram Howlett. Albany laid out 1832 by William Graham and the first house by Lucius R. Beckley. The town was incorporated in 1844 with John V. Brown as mayor and J M Gorstine as recorder.

Lee Township Athens County John Martin Phillip Smith Henry Cassell Ziba McVay Daniel Knowlton George Canny John Holdren William Brown William Graham Jacob Leatner James McGonagile Francis Thomas Samuel Luckey Hiram Howlett John Doughty Albany Lee Atwood Institute Wells Library Henry Wells Lucius R. Beckley John V. Brown J. M. Gorstine

Summer travels and school notes on local residents

Miss Zella Foster began a summer study abroad trip while Miss Ethe Cabeen planned a vacation. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Welch and son returned from a motor trip to Lou and their family enjoyed a holiday season. The Fourth of July celebration featured Prof. and Mrs. C. L. Martzell and Jorney J. P. Wood spoke at an all day picnic. Edith Welch, joined by friends from Sunday schools, attended an art test with a record of 1,794 for the sons. Professor Copeland's Church class had the largest attendance, 554.

C. L. Martzell Jorney J. P. Wood Copeland Church

Hunters Tie Bear, Deers In Six Weeks On Creek Heads

John Holdren and neighbor John Jones killed 46 bears in six weeks while hunting near the head waters of Sunday Creek Monday Creek and Rush Creek. They also took 40 to 50 deer and many wild turkeys for a winter supply. Holdren once killed four deer in a day and with his sons thirty in two weeks. Several Jee Township men served in the War of 1812 including Holdren Brice Wood Reeves Vaughn Foster Stroud Gregory and William.

Frost Isaac Barker John Holdren Lee John Jones Sunday Creek Monday Creek Rush Creek Holdren Jee Township Mr. Holdren Barnet Brice John Wood Reuben Reeves David Vaughn Bra Foster Joel Stroud Jehiel Gregory Willian

Word From the South: Meigs County Ties and Local News

A Florida correspondent recalls Meigs County roots and Middleport ties. The letter links David H. Moore and J. Halliday Cline as local figures, mentions Judge F. C. Russell and brother A. F. Russell, and notes past political work with General C. H. Grosvenor.

the Messenger H. C. Ewing Middleport Pomeroy Bend Meigs County David H. Moore J. Halliday Cline F. C. Russell Common Pleas Hoadley Florida A. F. Russell Albany

Uniform makers eye brighter business from world affairs

Manufacturers of uniforms show optimism for improved orders, tied to possible moves by European statesmen and munitions producers affecting demand for military and agency apparel.

Fragmented Memoir Snippet Mixed with Names and Reflections

A garbled passage cites Henry Bird a former slave and a birthday remark while referencing Hitler Goering Tunney and Raymond J New York. It mentions Rotary and a dictionary project, noting time to compile and date updates, in a disjointed, unreconciled tone.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Athens Ohio Henry VIII England WIBO Lafount South Atlantic Farm Credit Administration Mortgage Relief Administration White House By Heywood Broun Morris Fishbein Olive Roberts Barton Carrie William MaGrew Rip uRich Caneers PD. Guraliney Sutolk Frank H. Biddle L. A. Koons Lorain, O O. O. Crawford Circleville Nelsonville the Public Forum Zella Foster Miss Ethe Cabeen C. H. Welch and Son Lou Has Ahi Mietecom Welch A. C. Roach University Edith C. H. Grosvenor Miami Fla W. C. Russell Henry Bird Hitler Herman Goering Gene Tunney Raymond J. New York Rotary al Ster
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