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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1927
Page
4
A discussion on alimony shifting with changing conditions. It cites Chicago cases where husbands seek alimony from wives and a dentist who pays alimony while remarried. It notes anti alimony sentiment, Paris divorce law limits, and jokes about Baltic states profiting from new nations.
The statement honors Commander Byrd for his postflight tribute to Floyd Bennett and his self sacrificing decision during the Atlantic flight. He credits the volunteer crew and emphasizes character over fame, highlighting Byrd as a diplomat born from Virginia tradition and Navy service.
Paris once portrayed Reno as the divorce capital attracting the wealthy and fashionable. Gilded women sought quick papers in hotels serving divorce seekers before returning east. Parisian circles grew dismayed as the system proved easy to establish residency and obtain filings.
Three boys drown near Sing Sing prison after a river ordeal as guards and convicts watch. Prison guards decline to swim to help, prisoners beg to assist, and none rescue the youths. One potential pardon motive is noted but not pursued.
They argue they lacked early opportunities and that their failures stem from their upbringing, not guards or society. They question who bears responsibility for prisoners who missed chances to change or save lives.
A young woman named Miss Griffis claims in the stars a September tidal wave will strike New York City bringing storms violence and death. She blames the zodiac sign cancer and urges dyke building from subway dirt, though she doubts New York will act. The tale echoes historic pretensions from Kepler who studied stars for favor.
News from yesterday reports Babe Ruth dethroned as Lou Gehrig, a Columbia College graduate, leads in home runs by two. The update highlights Gehrig’s rise and Ruth’s slipping grip on the crown, signaling a shift in baseball’s power notes.
Helen Wills wins the women’s doubles championship in England with American partner Miss Elizabeth Ryan. The result reinforces the perception that Americans who “do not really play the game” can still dominate.
American aviators led by Lindbergh and Byrd stirred European and Asian nations into renewed airplane enthusiasm. The piece laments that the United States should also wake up and not let American pilots inspire others while remaining inactive at home.
Averescu, former ruler of Romania, denies on leaving office that he disbursed 12,000,000,000 lire from the treasury. The piece questions how many Americans buying European bonds at high interest realize the security backing those bonds could disappear quickly.
A controversial remark highlights debates over gender perception in the United States as discussions on equality and freedom continue. The comment underscores ongoing tensions about how gender roles are viewed in contemporary society.
A health note advises dandruff results from an unclean scalp and infrequent washing. It recommends washing hair at least three times weekly, using warm water and plain soap, massaging the scalp, then oiling with cocoanut oil to restore protective moisture. Daily washing for several weeks may prevent recurrence. Dr McCoy invites questions via Athens Messenger.
Gilbert Swan surveys New York City life noting poor newspaper delivery and service in milk, laundry, tailoring, and hairdressing. He laments indifferent customer care, long waits, and rigid terms across many urban trades, contrasting Texas patience with local inefficiency.
The 19,000 Christian Endeavorers opened the sixth day of their Cleveland convention despite a program rich with speeches.
TWENTY YEARS AGO Little George Sweeney three years old son of Mr and Mrs Mike Sweeney of Dean avenue was bitten by a vicious dog this afternoon. Professor and Mrs A A Atkin and family left this morning for Sugar Grove to visit relatives. Mrs C H Horn and children returned from Middleport. Mrs Harvey Ramsey and her son Carl left for Columbus to visit her mother for a few days.
Miss Alice Henry departed Cambridge to spend the weekend with Miss Wilma Lane. Mr. W. E. Moler went to Columbus today on business. Mrs. Frank Murphy and son headed for Chicago to visit Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Ashbaugh while Mrs. Ralph P. Jennings traveled to Zanesville to stay with Dr. and Mrs. C. L. Jones.
Washington notes Secretary Kellogg jokes about golf at press briefings while Pedro Guevara counters Governor Wood by highlighting Philippine peso reality. Guevara points to 135 million pesos in circulation and 12 million people, noting many Filipinos see little money beyond government spending and hoards.
The state highway through Athens from Pomeroy to Columbus is No. 31, not No. 30 as previously stated. North south routes use odd numbers while east west routes use even numbers. an auxiliary to a local lodge should be titled Eagles, not Elks.
Because of warm weather the weekly meetings of the Athens Chamber of Commerce are suspended for the summer. The last meeting occurred last Wednesday and none were held today. Meetings will resume in the fall.
Page One cartoons mock General Wood and crown Wheeler and Carew as national heroes amid a Manila Chamber of Commerce banquet that sparked anger. Wheeler vows retaliation at the next Senate session while Carew threatens in the House. Filipino nationalists cheer Sen. Hiram Bingham’s new influence on independence policy.
A vintage advertisement touts 8.8.8 as a tonic made from fresh roots and herbs. It claims to boost appetite, strengthen the red blood cells, and restore energy for both children and elders, urging regular use before meals and noting two sizes sold at drug stores.
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