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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1931

Page

3

Michigan Passes Alien Registration Law Aimed at Foreign-born

Michigan moves to adopt a strict alien registration law to curb foreign-born residents amid high unemployment and auto-industry pressures near the border. The measure aims to persuade other states and possibly the federal government to follow suit, though critics warn of widespread persecution and practical difficulties in a nationwide registry. Also, a separate discussion notes historically low interest rates creating opportunities for big lenders while small businesses struggle to compete.

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Trans Atlantic Yacht Race Promises Adventure Across 3000 Miles

A recent trans Atlantic yacht race from Lyrouth, England to a distant destination covers under 3000 miles. Vessels vary in size from large to small with crews bracing for three weeks at sea. The starship and stern endurance will be tested as crews seek favorable winds and swift passage.

Lyrouth England Cen Reen Tha

Installment buying fuels spread of consumer goods

The article notes that buying on installment forms the bulk of purchases for household equipment and autos, with Gur Hulse of the Retail Credit Association detailing about six billion dollars in annual installment activity. Automobiles and appliances dominate, while the system expands the market reach for radios, refrigerators, and vacuum cleaners.

Gur H. Hulse Nad “Retail Credit Association United States Vic Hulse

Cross Section of New York by a Five Cent Trolley Ride

New York feature describes a leisurely five cent trolley tour from Broadway waterfront to Harlem, offering a broad view of the city’s life. It highlights sights from Wall Street to Fifth Avenue, Broadway theaters, hotels, and diverse neighborhoods, noting the ease of seeing Gotham’s contrasts while meeting conductors and locals.

Gilbert Swan York Manhattan Gotham Broadway Wail Street Harlem Columba Mgs Delea- Bevent Universite Oaar Heby Regom Broa

Fragmented OCR finds on Armageddon and history tests

A garbled OCR excerpt cites Armageddon usage questions and historical terms. It mentions Bartletz, Cerberus, Medal of Honor, a March date, a frigate incident, and references to monuments, Congress, and a systematic forestry effort at Brimers, with scattered names and places.

Bartletz Cerberus Legmiennetta Brimers Luther S Santa Ross

Truth and Poetry By James Montague Hem an Nature Seeds of War

A fragmented moral meditation on war and vengeance. The piece argues that grudges smolder within individuals and nations, fueling cycles of retaliation. It contrasts public bravado with private fear and warns that concealed animosity can spark future conflict.

James Montague Heman Fredericko Coudert

Man Charts Unbelievable Birdlike Flight Feats

An analysis notes a man has learned flying feats surpassing birds with reports of speeds up to 430 percent higher than 40 feet, diving and looping maneuvers, and non stop ocean hops over 30 miles upside down. It mentions a 16,000 mile round trip in under five days and hints at future stories like The Man who Wore a Beard for a Shirt.

Mydovg Janey Pve Han

High mark for motor cycles in world War era report

Frederic Haskin notes a 5 percent gain in motorcycle registrations globally, with the United States leading in automotive output while Britain and France follow. The piece analyzes why motorcycles rise in poorer regions due to lower initial costs and operating expenses, detailing income and price factors that shape global adoption.

Frederic Haskin Co Antygad Tay Sweden United States

Messenger Offers a Booklet on Ice Cream Making

The Athens Messenger provides a booklet on ice cream making with directions on freezing, using evaporated milk or cream, and flavoring methods. It mentions preparation notes, a price of four cents for four copies, and lists Haskin as director in Washington.

The Athens “Messenger

Alexander Legge Surprises As Farmers Rally Support

Alexander Legge former head of the Farm Board surprises readers with a blunt claim that American agriculture is thriving beyond other sectors. He touts farmers forming a strong political bloc while warning of economic pressures like shifting crude oil markets and dairy capital shifts affecting farm competitiveness. A European bombing near St Peter’s Cathedral is noted in passing, with authorities urged to identify the culprits and safeguard the Vatican.

Alexander Legge Farm Board Luestock Asse Solent

Ohio University notes and campus events from early records

A collection of campus items including Prof George L Lambs museum rock study, F PF Philips winning a contract for 20 houses at Bridgeport for Lorain Coal and Dock Co, Ohio University male quartet lineup, Athens State Hospital paving near Stringtown Road, and a $10 000 dairy barn on the Bower farm planned for the next year. TEN YEARS AGO alumni praise President Brian and a Legion band reception for 1800 summer students.

F. PF. Philips Lorain Coal and Dock Company Bridgeport Athens State Hospital Stringtown State Albert Leonard Onis University Elmer Barritt Bryan Ohio University The Messenger Brian Athens Merchants

Federal judges differ on juvenile cases in federal court

Washington July 20 In the Wickersham commission study on child offenders the report notes broad judicial differences in treating minors. Some judges favor juvenile services over federal institutions, while others treat youths as adults, leading to varied outcomes for eight to sixteen year olds across districts.

the Capitol NEW Dutcher Anon F Washington Wickersham Sam United States Teorre Dyer Automobile Bettet Wickersham Commission Federal

Silent Observations of Kids and Adults in a Hotel Lobby

An observer recalls a quiet hotel lobby scene with a tall frowning older man bothered by children and their mothers. He notes multiple encounters of misbehavior, including a mother hiring nurses for her two boys, a child throwing stones in a park, and a grandma disciplining a boy at a concert bench, all illustrating household tensions.

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Fragmented Market Prices For Dairy Goods In Messy OCR

The read text shows garbled pricing for dairy items with units like per cent and cents. It mentions cream priced at eighteen cents and fifty-two cents with references to cows and farming costs. The passage reflects distribution price discussions and unclear figures.

Dead Father Found in Park

A man was found dead in a park and later identified at the morgue as John R. Walter, age 32, with family noting his disappearance from home. Authorities described the case as a fatal incident, with limited readable details from the damaged text.

Fliers Awarded Prize Amid Global Tangles and Names

A garbled notice mentions a prize of 820000 LOMDON linked to a scheme touching Budapest. Names include Count Stephen Bether and Alexander Ma yar, with references to Slanger prime minister tstress George Endres. The Danly Mai sancunceé figures in the elided report.

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Lost Bets at Arlington: Bettor Hopes for Roses Win

Fragmentary OCR describes a bettor in Chicago named Jackson, who misplays wagers across races at Arlington Park. He bets early on the first, then shifts to later races, loses across several bets, and ends with a disastrous run including the sixth and seventh races. A party tied to Herbert Jackin is referenced, with chaotic betting outcomes and a note of a body found near the final race.

Chicago Herbert Jackin Shreves Arlington Jackson Jacke Cp | Homc Pant Bosyan Paul Buaras Hacoun Jackeso Wwe

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