President's discretion on arms sales and Congress restraint
The piece critiques presidential control over arms sales in a looming war, noting centralization of power in the White House and a partisan Congress that has limited foreign policy moves. It argues the neutrality stance is muddied, with public sentiment favoring Britain and France over Germany and Italy, and calls for restraint ahead of next year's debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Washington
Germany
Italy
White House
Japan
Why Not 30 Miles How Athens Needs a Speed Clamp
An editorial argues for strict enforcement of a universal 30 mile per hour speed limit in Athens city streets day and night. It criticizes loud driving from night through early morning and urges decisive penalties to protect uptown residents and curb dangerous behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Private Planes Also Fly
Private flying for sport and business grows quietly in the United States. A single company says it built 12 planes in the first six months of 1959, nearly matching its total output for 1938. The planes are for sport travel and business use, not military. Also: a silent duck display headline at the World's Poultry Congress in Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Air Progess
America
Wright Brothers
Kitty Hawk
Cleveland
Roosevelt McNutt Appointment Sparks Washington Debate
President Roosevelt defends McNutt as administrator of the New Deal security agency amid political betting on his presidential prospects. Analysts split between a McNutt path to second place or eventual succession, while Oscar Chapman’s supporters express disappointment and Hopkins backs McNutt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Roosevelt
Paul V. McNutt
New Deal Security Agency
McNutt
Mr. Roosevelt
Mr. McNutt
Oscar Chapman
Bruce Catton Analyzes McNutt Move in Washington
Bruce Catton views the selection of Paul V. McNutt as head of the new Federal Security Agency as smart politics with potential to influence the 1940 Democratic nomination. He notes McNutt's strong organization and energetic bid, while weighing risks if he falters. The piece contrasts political calculation with the ideal of nonpolitical public service under agencies like Social Security.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Paul V. McNutt
Federal Security Agency
McNutt
White House
Hopkins
Wallace
Jackson
McNott
Ferce As & Dye
New Deal Liberal
Social Security Agency
Social Security Board
Public Health Service
Civilian Conservation Corps
National Youth Administration
U.S Employment Service
Arthur J. Altmeyer
Amy Case
Scientists test environment impact on heredity changes
Scientists explore if environment can alter heredity. The contrast with ordinary fatherly claim shows sons diverging from early traits, suggesting environmental factors may influence development beyond genetics.
Questions and Answers from the Information Bureau
A readers’ Q and A discuss Balboa Park versus Golden Gate Park sizes, polar explorers’ annoyances, tank filling methods, Dionne quintuplets siblings, top causes of accidental deaths, passport rules for Canada, and Jersey lightning defined as applejack brandy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balboa Park
San Diego
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco
North Pole
Sverdrup Islands
Pole
U. S Census Bureau
Canada
United States
Jersey
Jacksonville Area Hears Parish Notices and Local Visits
Rev. R S Lawrence leads quarterly meeting at the M E Church with Dr Ira Jones delivering the sermon. NYA event set for July 13 at the Jacksonville Public Library, previously listed for the Grade School. Local families and groups share visits and celebrations across Fisher Station Athens Taylor Zanesville and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksonville
R. & Lawrence
M. E
Ira Jones
Jacksonville Public Library
Alice Palmer
Audrey
Bobby Pailmer
Trimble
Charles Hoigington
Riley Judson
Elizabeth Judson
James Deane
Fisher Station
Amnela Deane
Fisher
Riley Deane
Athens R. D
Lillie Hooper
Taylor
Ridge
Ralph Hoisington
Zanesville
Weiler Mill
Hooper
Matt Thomas
Murag Se
Tve Epworth
Dexter Social and Personal Notes
Dexter society round up notes report visits and family events. Exie Goodin of Dyersville guests Bowles and Mrs Ruth Davis while Rev. J. P. Miller sends appreciation cards from Utica rural ministers camp. Families share picnics and calls as numerous residents attend funerals and Grange gathering duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dexter
Exie Goodin
Dyersville
J. F. Bowles
Ruth Davis
J. P. Miller
Utica
Ohio
Cash Smith
Max Smith
Harold Smith
Old Man's Cave
W. R. Amos
Donald Amos
Lancaster
Wilma Johnson
Bashan
James Whealdon
Sam Cook
Bessie Grate
Dexter Ladies Aid Society
Claude Dulaney
Homer Davis
Wilkesville
James Nicholson
Mildred Braley
Laurel Grange
Ward Saxton
Nelsonville
Lewis Saxton
Audrey Saxton
Albany
Lydia Thompson
Public Forum Letters Welcome Readers Signatures Required
Readers may submit short signed letters on current events. Each letter should bear the writer's signature and be as concise as possible to allow multiple contributions in a single day.
Relief Irregularities Letter Challenges County Relief Practices
John Ponn of Athens County challenging Ohio relief administration. He accuses inequitable distribution between cities and counties, cites county budgets for family relief, and notes discrepancies in food and commodities. He highlights wages, work incentives, and a call for debate with Mr Brunner to address perceived chiselers and demand fair treatment for Athens County.
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the Messenger
Ohio
Cuyahoga County
Athens County
Cleveland
WPA
Brunner
John Ponn
Wilkesville Social Notes Report Local Events
Wilkesville social column notes an ice cream social at the Presbyterian Church on Friday July 14. Funeral services for Billa Davis were held at the Presbyterian Church with the Wilkesville Temple Pythian Sisters in charge. Several relatives visited from New Castle Indiana Akron Columbus and Zanesville. Jerome Keck dies near here and a Catholic funeral was held Thursday in Minerton. Other items include recoveries illnesses visitors and a potluck lunch planned by the euthane Sisters.
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Wilkesville
Presbyterian Church
Billa Davis
Wilkesville Temple
Pythian
Alma Davis
New Castle
Ind
Claude Davis
Carl
Akron
Earnest Davis
Montgomery
W. Va
Willie Chafens
Zanesville
George Ho
Columbus
Orville Davis
Dorothy Davis
Katie Strong
A. L. DeVault
Bonnie
Marian
Aeron Werand
Hattie Werand
William
Bridgewater
Emil Steffen
Earnest Major
D. E Wood
Ghost town affair spurs Goldcrest revival plans
Four young workers at Goldcrest lure tourists with ghost town theatrics as Franklin Lartraway promotes the site to national magazines. Dick Bancroft aims to assay ore samples while Roselee Dale navigates a possible sale and new management. The investor Feich and Briscoe & Son weigh a cash offer and town branding.
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Goldcrest
Franklin Lartraway
Los Angeles
Roselee
Dick Bancroft
Phoenix
Franklin
Deuce
Frank
Western M. & M
Feich
Anyastays
Briscoe
Geldcrest
Ed Felch
Felch
Western Metals and Minerals Corporation
Corporation
el Paso
Briscoe & Son
Feichworthwith
Coreer
Roselee Dale
Arizona
Ace High
Mies Dale
Richard
Poet's Corner The Answer Will Come
Poem by Laura B Foster from Columbus dated 6. The verses urge patience in prayer and trust that divine response will arrive, likening it to rain after drought and a sapling growing despite wind.
Ragweed Control Urged To Ease Hay Fever Sufferers
Dr. Ramsay Spillman warns ragweed is a major allergen in many U S regions. About 1 percent suffer hay fever during August to September as ragweed pollen travels on the wind. He advocates early removal before seeding and notes pulling plants when one foot high is easiest. Concerted May to June efforts could cut late summer discomfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ramsay Spillman
United States
Spillman
Dredd
Ramaay Spillman
New York
Plan Picnic At Carpenter Community Event
The Carpenter Baptist Church sponsors a Sunday School picnic at State Farm Park on July 16 with 9:30 Sunday School, a sermon by Rev. C. C. Stricklin, and a noon picnic. An afternoon address by Rev. F. G. Strickland follows. participating Sunday Schools include Carpenter and Albany area churches. The Builders Class presents Always in Trouble at Columbia Auditorium on July 15.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenter
Carpenter Baptist Church
State Farm Park
Grove
C. C. Stricklin
F. G. Strickland
Dyesville
Mount Union
Temple
Albany Baptist
Albany M. E
Harrisonville Presbyterian
Dyesville Sunday School
Columbia Auditorium
Eileen Stansbury
Dorothy Morrigan
G. A. Radékin
Emma Marie Bolton
James Smith
Chester Steward
Dana Nelson
Claire Steward
Downie
Donald McC
Carroll McC
Lancas
Harley McCall
Glouster
Bill van Meter
Chauncey
Freda Rupe
Atems
Bobbie
Eva Dell Dye
Slumbus
Dale DY
Arlo Price
Columbus
ME T. G. Price
Wesley Allen Ochin
James Thomas Hutton
Chester Price
G. G. Wood
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Frank McHale
Indianapolis
Indiana
Bruce Catton
Sonny
Spinefe
Ih Street
Washington, D. C
Messenger Bureau
the Public Forum
By Galbraith
BY Oren Arnold
NEA Service. Inc
Roselee Dala
Christine Palmer
Simmer
DiKk Bancroft
Franklin Larraway
Christine
Christy
Cailing
Chapter
First Street
Mr. Briscoe
Finsily Rissom
Pertmer
Poet's Corner
Laura B. Foster Columbus
DR. Morris Fishbein
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