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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1938
Page
4
The Athens Messenger announces standard publication details and rates. It lists publisher Frederick W Bush and editor names, with associations and ad policies. Subscription rates show carrier and mail options across several Ohio counties, plus post office classifications and pricing.
The column argues stock swings reflect the mindset of investors rather than the true health of business. It warns against mistaking market optimism for economic recovery while millions seek work and factories idle. It urges focusing on real, long term fixes rather than daily quotes.
Nobel laureate Dr Arthur H Compton warned against blaming science for social ills and urged cooperation as essential in a technological age. He told a Philadelphia audience that scientific progress demands love of our neighbors to yield shared rewards.
A study of student life finds a gap between taught democratic ideals and practiced conduct in colleges and high schools. Caste-like cliques persist, while teachers oppose them, and social status battles echo academic pressures.
In Washington the McNutt Democrats move to renominate Senator Van Nuys, while facing a possible independent bid that could aid Republicans. Indiana Republicans, led by John Hamilton, rejected backing Van Nuys after reviewing his New Deal record, nominating a 100 percent anti-Roosevelt candidate instead.
In Washington Republican Chairman John Hamilton accuses F D R of syndicating Roosevelt state papers for biased fall campaign publicity. White House aides defend Early’s pledge of nearly $100,000 for a public purpose. The piece also notes Sears Roebuck insiders and a Connecticut congressman’s verses about snakes in zoos.
Tran Dearborn, a student nurse known for mischief, meets Dr. Benchley and head surgeon Dr. Sargent in a hospital emergency scene. Her eavesdropping leads to a reprimand from Miss Miller, the icicle nurse, as Tran learns the strict nurse discipline and social tensions in the ward.
A column argues that money cannot buy genuine affection or love from women. It warns men against buying dates with lavish spending and notes that real connection comes from sincerity, not wealth or flashy gifts. The piece contrasts earnest companionship with superficial charm and cites imagined conversations to illustrate the emptiness of material approaches.
Rev Myron Martin will lead Union Church service at 10 30 Sunday. Mr and Mrs Robert Mulpas and family stayed in Virginia. Mr and Mrs Owen Pidcock from Springfield visited the ill uncle Elmer Gabriel. Malcolm Dunnett visiting sister Mrs Ashworth. Class No 3 met at Basil Holland home. Beatrice White visiting McConnelsville. Fred Bowen and Johnnie White at Baker Settlement. Mr and Mrs Charles Holland visited. Ladies Missionary Band meets July 14 at George McBride home.
Ten years ago today Miss Viola Fell supervising district nurse left for Columbus to spend several weeks at her home. Other local departures include Mr. and Mrs. Ernest W. Coe Virginia and Bob for Pittsburgh where Mr. Coe works. Dr W A Matheny of Ohio University spoke on religion and science at a Chautauqua service. A Minstrel of Health will be presented by Junior Town Chautauqua at 3 pm tomorrow in the Chautauqua tent. Darrell Moore from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is visiting home for the rest of the summer.
Twenty years ago today troops pursued 40 draft evaders in Cleburne County amid gunfire exchanges as a naval report warned of a possible second U boat strike on U S shores. Ironton visits include Mr and Mrs I M Foster and Sgt Don McVay from Camp Sherman Ohio.
The June meeting of the Southern Rural Board of Education employed C. B. Weese Mrs. J. E. Carleton Mrs. Pearl McBride and Miss Emma Duckworth as Syracuse teachers. Harry Potts was hired as janitor of the school building.
Local items note visits among residents of New Plymouth and nearby towns. Families from Prattsville Camden McArthur Logan and Columbus share social visits, Camp meeting plans, and a July Fourth outing. A family reunion at Ben Allen’s home drew relatives from Spokane Logan Cambridge and Wesley plus others.
Dr. Morris Fishbein explains new U S facilities for crippled children focus on water exercises to support weakened muscles. Skilled teachers monitor activity and rest, while staffs of orthopedic surgeons provide splints braces and reconstructive surgery. Mental support from peers aids motivation and recovery.
Sunday School classes enjoyed an ice cream treat. Residents and visitors, including Mona Smith and Mary Presley, were noted visiting relatives and friends in Bashan and nearby towns. The 4-H Club met July 1 at Elva Brinker’s home to plan an ice cream social, with preparations at the school.
The Bidwell-Porter Fourth of July event at Bidwell-Porter Park drew about 2200 attendees. An all day program featured singing and music and the Bidwell Kitchenetters 4-H Club held meetings and demonstrations with plans for an ice cream social.
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