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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1930
Page
4
A pair of quotes contrasts Zephaniah warnings with George Eliot praise of mercy. The first sermon urges restraint in judgment despite divine punishment, while the Eliot passage laments human frailty and evokes awe at those overwhelmed by fate.
The piece argues that crime in U S cities is driven by foreign born criminals who exploit America as a land of freedom and opportunity. It claims the Cleveland murder wave shows alien groups dominate organized crime, fearing law enforcement and asserting new rights while driving national murder lists higher.
Scientists report a potential link between hair loss and gland activity, suggesting new avenues for understanding baldness. Researchers note long-standing observations and early findings that anatomy and endocrine factors may influence hair growth patterns.
Medical examination notes that thyroid and pituitary activity affect hair growth and skin color. Overactive glands can cause excessive hair and skin darkening, while underactivity leads to hair loss and gray or dry hair. Researchers note interlocking gland actions and the need for more evidence.
The county sees rising appeal of large scale reunions as Pleasanton Murray City and Hebbardsville plan further gatherings. Drift of Southeastern Ohio families to cities and foreign lands prompts former residents to return for shared memories and neighborly, simple pleasures.
A Jesse James III is arrested in Chicago for attempting to obtain a blank bank checkbook without an account. A Paul Revere descendant is nabbed for speeding on a once lonely road now a busy highway. The piece muses on how times alter legends.
A veteran fisherman on a Southampton beach describes his 18 hour work weeks, rising to own two houses after starting with a row boat at age eleven. He explains shifting to bluefish and weak fish for better prices, sending fish to New York, and cherishing his four month old son who greets him each night. He notes rivals with wealthy lifestyles along the shore and laments hard times in the city.
The fisherman speaks of his large family of children, the strain of feeding them, and his reduced work pace. He recalls winter cod runs about twenty miles out, prices rising from five to about fifteen cents a pound around Christmas as they fish hard.
A weary but contented worker shares a simple moving tale of peace found through labor and family during a restful weekend away from Broadway.
The steamship Goya was disassembled on Peru's coast and carried over the Andes by Indian labor to Lake Titicaca. It was later sailed between Bolivian and Peruvian ports, long before regional railroads.
In Tipton Iowa Mrs Wickham died on April 3 1930 after vowing to go to bed and never rise The obituary notes she kept the vow for more than forty years The item closes with a notice titled Crocodiles for Pets
A 1929 review shows the Panama Canal handling more ships but lower tonnage than Suez. Panama logs 6413 transits with 29,837,000 tons. Suez 6274 transits with 33,466,000 tons. Tolls: Panama 27,127,000. Suez 44,637,000. Panama profit after operations about 17,730,000. total revenue near 20,000,000 including affiliated enterprises.
The article recounts Thomas Parr born 1483 died 1635 as a famed long-lived figure. It notes Parr married at 120 and worked at 130, with England’s king showing interest. It emphasizes diet, fresh air, and regular life as keys to longevity.
Florida experiences a surge of real estate activity as crowds buy aggressively. The speaker laments the strategy as a greater calamity than fruit flies, arguing that while fruit flies can be killed, foolish speculation cannot.
The passage predicts Florida will grow rapidly and become a permanent home for millions, serving as the winter sun parlor for many more. It emphasizes unstoppable expansion and enduring prosperity for the state.
E D Lambright notes Florida shows a population increase second only to California and reports Florida’s gain as three times that of the 27 states listed so far.
The article suggests that money lost in the recent downturn will seed future wealth, with hundreds set to profit as Florida industries rebound and investment grows over coming years.
Two Annapolis midshipmen will be dismissed and fifteen others severely punished after two young women disguised in Annapolis blouses were allowed to dine in the Naval Academy mess hall. The incident raises questions about security and discipline at the academy.
A British ship captain patrolling the coast during the revolution fell for a girl in Canada. He abandoned his vessel in a desperate act of passion. Friends forcibly retrieved him from the ship, effectively kidnapping him to return to duty.
The United States earns about 20 million dollars a year in dividends from a 375 million investment. Analysts note 17 to 20 million dollars come from sources other than the Suez Canal. The Suez yields higher returns, but a cautious banker would view the Panama Canal’s payout as reasonable and profitable.
The remark suggests that misdirected effort can still conserve energy for future, more productive outcomes. It frames energy as a resource whose misallocation may yield valuable lessons and eventual gain.
The account recalls Wolfe pressing for a Quebec raid and boasting to his commander. He nonetheless reached the Heights of Abraham and captured Quebec, dying from battlefield wounds. Critics of youthful bravado are urged to remember this fate.
In Romania King Carol’s return is seen as insufficient by Jews. At Bukowine three thousand armed farmers vow to finish with the Shamites and authorities, turning on the government and accusing it of protecting Jews.
Henry A Hatch of Athens attends the ceremonies for notifying Warren G. Harding of his presidential nomination by special invitation. The event signals Hatch’s participation in a major political moment during the nomination process.
Grayson Manufacturing Company started constructing a special kiln yesterday to burn the mantles and other earth end parts of the Ray-Glo stove.
Mrs. R. O. Williams of Coshocton, formerly from Athens, arrived Wednesday afternoon and is staying with Prof. and Mrs. C. M. Copeland.
Two decades ago Commissioner John Bennett accompanied surveyor Had Hibbard as they traveled to inspect a local project. Their excursion highlighted city planning efforts and collaboration with engineering staff amid ongoing development.
Carthage Township officials moved to locate a new bridge to be erected near the Buck and Wilson farms this morning, outlining plans for the alignment and its expected impact on local traffic.
World famed automobile racer Barney Oldfield set a 1.06 percent mark for a half mile at Parkersburg yesterday, beating the previous record by a quarter second. He passed through Athens today en route to Columbus.
The Rev. George Washington, pastor at Mt. Zion Baptist Church for six years, tendered his resignation to accept a call to Mt. Zion Church in Oberlin.
Mr and Mrs D M Woodruff of Richland Avenue hosted a lawn fete Thursday evening for nearest relatives only. The small gathering celebrated with family presence and informal remarks.
A brief poem by James J Montague contrasts birds and animals with human vanity. It humorously notes the robin’s song and the crow’s harsh chorus while comparing donkeys and owls to human self importance. The piece ends with a reflection on universal happiness despite unremarkable nature and fame.
Dr Wiley argues automobiles provide no exercise. He likely relies on a chauffeur to change tires. Our fishing experiences show trout understand self-preservation. Early colonists faced hunger despite abundance of antique furniture they could sell.
The document presents quiz Qs and As covering topics from business in Argentina and Hans Christian Andersen to malnutrition, Mayor Curley honors by Mussolini, cleaning garments with naphtha gas, Blennerhasset Island identity, and the number of air-route companies. It provides dates, names, places, and brief explanations.
Washington July 22 The National Costumers Association told President Hoover that business in costumes is hard as members noted declines in sales and renting. Major S H Harrelson warned that realities cannot be brushed aside while executives seek to revive masquerade demand through fashion driven by movies and school dramatic programs.
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