Ten Years Ago Your Dad Read News Notes
Ten years ago Mr and Mrs Earl T Dailey and Mrs Jewell visited her daughters Dorothy and Christine near Stewart. Glouster Coal Co opened new terrain by sinking a shaft. Ed G Berry left for Charleston West Virginia to visit sister Mrs Stark. Charles Briggs and three children returned from Cheshire. Athens held largest Fourth of July celebration at the Fair grounds. War supplies in England were plentiful. Dow Grones Mebel Bonifield Frank Bonifield Addie Marie Grones and Harriet Carr visited Buckeye Lake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl T. Dailey
Jewell
Dorothy
Christine
Stewart
Ajef Albany
John H. Moler
A. J. Laverty
Ed. G. Berry
Mrs. Stark
Charleston
W. Va
Charles Briggs
Cheshire
Dow Grones
Mebel Bonifield
Frank Bonifield
Addie Marie Grones
Harriet Carr
Buckeye Lake
Haig and the War Myth in American Letters
A columnist argues against British hero worship of Haig, noting 1918 Britain and France exhausted their manpower. The piece mocks pro-American victory narratives, contending American troops faced heavy pressure and that Europe-wide propaganda inflated American aid while urging repayment of wartime aid.
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Britain
France
Ludendorff
Washington
America
Haig
French tribute to Herrick praised by Le Matin
Louis Forest in Le Matin lauds Myron T. Herrick as a popular and effective United States ambassador. The article notes Herrick’s personal appeal, sharp judgment, and ability to connect with ordinary people. It contrasts him with distant diplomats and stresses the need for capable diplomatic representation abroad.
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Herrick
Myron T. Herrick
Louis Forest
le Matin
Lindbergh
Forest
United States
Flying brides spark scandal in twin New York weddings
A pair of upstart society bridesmaids rode an airplane between two ceremonies hundreds of miles apart, prompting calls for punishment and etiquette reform. The incident challenges social precedents and the sanctity of marriage rituals in upscale circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Lindberghs
California Glory and Lindberghs in Bold Headlines
California girls shine as Helen Wills defeats Senorita de Alvarez to win in England. Lindbergh’s Detroit stopover with Henry and Edsel Ford hints at an all metal airliner prototype for 100 to 200 passengers, a potential national aviation milestone.
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California
Helen Wills
England
Senorita de Alvarez
Miss Wills
Lindbergs
St. Louis
Ottawa
Detroit
Henry
Edsel Ford
Sam
Enterprise
Early fall of Bolshevism seen by Kerensky
Kerensky argues Bolshevism’s decline stems from its lack of a steady program, contrasting with leaders like Kemal in Turkey Mussolini in Italy and William Penn in Pennsylvania. He warns that vilifying “capitalistic government” signals waning confidence in the people’s loyalty across Britain France Italy and America.
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Kerensky
Russia
Kemal Pasha
Turkey
Mussolini
Italy
William Penn
Pennsylvania
Britain
France
America
Bolshevism Cannot Win Without Popular Support
The writer argues Bolshevik propaganda fails unless the public is won over. He suggests giving people credit for common sense and believes Bolshevism could spur conservative governments to act for the average person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thase
Thompson challenges atom model and auto market shakeup
J. J. Thompson argues the atom as a solar system proves only a first step toward understanding matter. The piece then shifts to the projected low priced auto race as Neval Motors may push new cars at new prices, prompting industry consolidation and widespread plans for ownership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neval Motors
Byrd Flight Becomes Global News Across Oceans
Reporters describe Byrd and his companions completing an Atlantic crossing and landing in the water. The next day observers on the Pacific coast, thousands of miles away, received radio photographs showing Byrd’s airplane being dragged up, marking a dramatic postflight moment.
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Byrd
Atlantic
Pacific
District Judge Knox sentences two for bribery and conspiracy
Judge Knox sentences two prohibition agents to the penitentiary for bribery and conspiracy. He points to the rise of speak-easies and links between enforcement and illicit traffic, noting more speak-easies than saloons in New York and Chicago and the difficulty of enforcing prohibition.
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United States
Knox
Prohibition
New York
Chicago
Fruits as a Summer Diet Allotment and Safe Use
The article classifies fruits into acid and sweet groups, noting acids like apples and peaches are wholesome in summer. It warns against mixing acid fruits with starches, and recommends fruit meals alone or with milk for fullness, claiming improved digestion and appetite.
Police and crowds collide at premiere in New York
By the Way in New York Story Book notes that crowds clash with mounted officers and real police in the Lindbergh welcome, while New Yorkers and visitors alike expect stars to arrive in limousines. The author praises officers for keeping order with good humor despite the bustle and dangers of large crowds.
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Herors
New York
Jersey
Fruit Diet Talk Warns Against Improper Pairings
A speaker urges careful use of fruits in meals and fasting, condemning grapefruit with cereals and stressing that one acid fruit can form a standalone meal or combine with milk cheese nuts or a single protein. The talk warns against overripe or green fruit and advocates seasonal use for best results.
Stopes the Sale of Souvenirs By Rodney Dutcher
Washington July 6 President Coolidge halted souvenir sales by stopping nails from the White House roof repair. Citizens were barred from grounds to view work as a result. The piece cites Admiral McDonald at Pearl Harbor and Navy censorship rules, noting officers and men face searches for liquor or dope and photos of wrecks are restricted. Secretary Curtis D. Wilbur supports some censorship forms.
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Rodney Dutcher
Messender
Washington
White House
Coolidge
United States
Dupont Circle
John D. McDonald
Pearl Harbor Naval Base
Honolulu
Grace
San Francisco
McDonald
Navy
Martinet
Col
Billy Mitchel
Naval Aviation
Secretary of the Navy
Curtis D.wilbur
Health Q and A Reminder From Dr McCoy Athens Messenger
A letter offers to send a typed copy of a health rule about fruit meals and dietary tips. Readers are invited to write to Dr. McCoy in care of the Athens Messenger with a stamped envelope for answers.
Answers to Questions By Frederick J. Haskin
The column explains monkey swimming ability. Texas Leaguer and line drive are the same. Wis. abbreviation per Postal Guide. star flicker due to atmospheric turbulence and refraction, while planets do not twinkle due to larger apparent disks.
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E. A
National Zoological Park
Wisconsin
Public Forum Urges Joint Talks on Mine Wage Policy
The Messenger urges a cooperative approach between miners and operators through a joint conference at state and subdistrict levels. Local unions should call for meetings to hear miners via their delegates and work toward a fair wage contract under an inclusive employment policy.
Letter to the editor promotes reason over conflict in Nelsonville
Irvin Nanna of Nelsonville Ohio criticizes violence and extols settling differences by conventions of four and by reason. He urges neighbors to come together and reason instead of court, machines, or quarrel.
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Irvin Nanna
Nelsonville, O
Local Pair Wed or Noted in Court Record Mix
Magistrate J. P. Miller officiated as Newt McCumber a 30 year old miner from Carbondale and Lesie Dye a 127 year old housekeeper from Coonville were named with their parents. George G. Watson 24 of Logit and Ruth Rochester 24 of Logan were listed as offspring in the same notice.
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Newt McCumber
Carbondale
Harve McCumber
Lesie Dye
Coonville
Charlie Dye
J. P. Miller
George G. Watson
H. H. Watsons
Ruth Rochester
Logan
G. W. Rochester
Wellington Couple Killed As Auto Is Hit By Train
Kennethes, 25, and his wife, residents of Wellington, were killed when their car was struck by a Big Four train while returning from Chilake early today. Investigators cordoned the scene as service was delayed.
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Wellington
Chilake
Kennethes
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Thompson
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McCoy
By the Way
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Athens Paint & Supply Co
Scott Paint & Wallpaper Co
Nelsonville
Polen de Glouster
Buckeye
Buckeye State
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