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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1921
Page
4
Wisconsin lawmakers and Governor Blaine sign a bill granting women equal footing with men, with the governor using a National Woman's Party black quill to seal the act. The piece notes possible overreach and reflects on women's adaptation to male society while praising wisdome of Wisconsin women.
Dr Woods Hutchinson argues in a current publication that strict dieting is unnecessary. He says a normal person can meet calorie needs by following natural eating impulses and that nutrition mostly requires common sense and a balanced approach with foods that taste good.
An old colored man tells a fable of a pig sold twice to white men for three and four dollars respectively. The second buyer clashes with the first over ownership until they ask the seller to decide, who refuses and scolds them for their wrangling.
A golfer asks if he may lift or brush away a worm blocking the path to the hole. The response supports brushing it aside, then notes the worm is young and growing, highlighting golf’s rule about not disturbing flora.
A chauffeur comments on a man entering an office about his work, then reveals a modern jolt about whose living is being made. The exchange highlights class tension as the driver shifts gears, contrasting the other person’s perception with his own ambition.
A patchwork column compiles quips on marriage honesty bathing suits and travel cheapness in Germany. It includes light moral observations about married men not always telling the truth and a flood tale about a horse collar and wagon misstory. A joke about naming a baby after a editor and a quip on heaven’s clothes closes the snippet.
Washington dispatch argues General Dawes could curb Congressional Record bloat by trimming anecdotes and extended remarks. It notes the Record began in 1872, now costs over a half million annually, with 34 000 copies printed and distributed.
Public notice advertising The Athens Messenger information bureau run by Frederic J. Haskin in Washington D C. It explains readers can ask questions for factual information but not legal medical or financial advice and asks for full name and return address with stamps.
American Jock Hutchinson is noted as the first American citizen to win the British Open, with the trophy having left England only once before for Arnaud Massey 14 years earlier. The document also outlines questions and answers on topics from the eagle emblem origin to Roman dentistry and other trivia.
Henry Ford urged all railroads to reduce local freight rates saying the 20 percent slash announced for the Detroit Toledo and Ironton takes effect August 20. He argued other prices should fall in proportion and that profits can be maintained with lower rates for a successful operation.
Monticello New York July 19 Monticello expected a joyous reunion as Mrs Earl Van Noy prepared to receive her husband who left last week with Mrs Clark Durea wife of a Holiness minister Clark Durea planned to take his wife back home as they were reported en route in an auto with the town on the survive.
In London on July 19 Lloyd George said King George did not intervene in negotiations with the United States over Pacific questions. He called the report without foundation and said it was pure invention.
Murray City visitors Mrs James Allen and two children stay with Mr and Mrs Mode Lewis. Mrs Campbell and son entertain at Mrs Anna Tannahill. William Ulafolett hosted friends from Columbus and Athens. Lucile Lafolett returns from visiting sister. Louise and Wilma Pierre visit Athens grandparents. Mrs S J Bishop visits Athens for a shower for Glen Pratt. Marietta district group meetings conclude series in Nelsonville starting July 20 for ten days with a strong program.
Cedar Point July 19 The open shop versus the closed shop dominates the agenda as the master house painters and decorators association of Ohio opens its annual convention with a large turnout and active discussions.
France was eliminated from the Davis Cup after India won the final matches of their preliminary round in Paris. India will sail July 30 for America to face the Japan Belgium winner in Chicago during the week of August 13.
Natives of Papua react strongly to remarks on taxation, viewing the policy as a personal insult and a threat to local autonomy. Officials urge calm as community leaders call for dialogue and fair treatment.
The writer recounts farm childhood evenings with parents reading aloud while children chased fireflies and played a talking machine. They recall past songs and the lemonade bucket ritual, reflecting on chances of living up to their mother's hopes and a final note with hot dog enthusiasm.
Thoughts while strolling around Athens Ohio July 19 and a window full of corn whets the author’s farmer fancy. A look at Help Wanted ads and the dull grind of the road, with comments on Rural Life class, churches, and Fun Fest as students chase a date and memory slips.
A reader calling herself a mother says only the Watch Dog is a good dog and criticizes many dogs in the city roaming without muzzles. She argues children are unsafe and questions police efforts, urging action to muzzle the puppies.
Mechanicsburg scene where a three month bride is brought home to a noisy crowd. An angry father wields a blunderbuss amid shouting and uproar. No celebration follows. The tale hints at trouble beyond the Watch Dog.
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