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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1937
Page
4
The article argues that free speech must be weighed against influence in schools. It notes teachers, superintendents, and principals wield significant influence over students who must attend, and contends that parental rights and tax support justify limits on promoting Socialism, Communism, and radicalism in classrooms.
Experiments show people yearn to see wheels turn in modern industries. Factory visits offer exciting holidays and practical knowledge, surpassing museums for many. The Messenger Building trip proves the appeal of near-home plants. Tours educate without propaganda.
Hollywood salaries burn fast as stars like Freddie Bartholomew face dwindling earnings with agents’ fees charity and lifestyle costs. The piece notes the need for young Bartholomew to save for a long, uncertain future while relatives push for a larger share.
Washington reports Congress moving to create a large White House secretariat. The House passed a bill to appoint six administrative assistants paid ten thousand dollars a year each to aid the President. Senate support expected before adjournment.
The piece weighs how Roosevelt will shape his team, arguing six loyal storm troopers could help or six neutral technicians might smooth administration. It notes the White House workload rising from 200 to 4000 letters daily and compares travel costs to railroad revenue, underscoring government growth.
Roosevelt searches for six ideal aides but cannot replace Louis M. Howe, his longtime White House secretary and key "no" man who died last spring, leaving the president without a clear successor in the veto role.
The text compares presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Herbert Hoover, noting Roosevelt’s impulse to act and need for restraint, while Hoover required prodding to act. It cites Hoover's hesitance on a war debt moratorium and bank closures, and Roosevelt’s quicker, impulsive decisions needing opposing caution.
After Louie Howe's death Roosevelt's inner circle is dominated by inciting figures. Those hesitant are dismissed while the remaining Allies repress doubts. Roosevelt has repeatedly followed their urging, only to land in trouble he invited by so doing.
The Senate Judiciary committee reports a weak court bill, a defeat for Roosevelt, signaling concern about justice being starved of momentum. Four key points include allowing the attorney general to intervene in suits over federal law constitutionality to prevent fabricated test cases.
The text outlines a direct appeal path to the Supreme Court from district courts on constitutional challenges bypassing circuit courts. It notes typical appeal times and grants the Court discretionary power to skip appeals. It also requires injunction suits against federal law to be heard by a three judge panel including a circuit judge, curbing dilatory district court injunctions.
The CIO sharpens its strike focus on Republic Steel Co due to stronger union support among Girdler employees and perceived financial weakness at Republic, reorganized in 1929 and recent losses. CIO lawyers note Republic stock slid from 39 to 38 1 2 while U S Steel rose 108 3 8 to 118 1 8 over two weeks.
Ivan Akulov, a Soviet official, resigns citing a chronic headache described as a shooting pain. The move follows health concerns affecting his ability to serve in his post.
As the fruit season opens, observers switch metaphors from snake in the grass to spider in the bananas to describe shifting mudslinging narratives. The quip signals a change in tone and attack style among commentators and rivals.
The text notes a playful jab at European cousins and the idea that the navy benefits from trailer work. It envisions future generations with sealegs as a natural heritage and mentions Uncle Sam in a light tone.
A grammarian states the proper plural is teaspoonfuls though the quip admits it will be hard for anyone to swallow. The remark frames a light wordplay about language rules and common usage.
Martha Henney from Athens argues old McGuffey fifth reader content misaligns with current learning needs. She cites archaic vocabulary and dramatic prompts as unsuitable for today’s students and urges selecting more relevant materials and better teachers.
The article recalls Glouster before white exploration, describing a winding Sunday Creek valley with clear waters and rugged hills. It notes the Forks of the Creek as an early settlement name, the long journey between lower Sunday Creek and the Forks, and the early lack of bridges. It ends with a teaser that the story continues Sunday.
Quotes by Dr. Guy H. Smith of Ohio State Geography and Adolf Wagner of Bavaria criticize idealism and church funding as the Nazi state affects its own upkeep.
A collection of remarks from Arthur Vandenberg Owen D Young and Wilbur Cross emphasizing labor's share of production inspiration over irrigation and the dangers of outsourcing thinking to others. These statements reflect early 20th century economic and political perspectives on governance and personal responsibility.
Judith Irving questions her husband Phil as Marta Rogers and Bruce Knight appear in her social orbit. Amid lunching, plays, and a theater romance with Millicent Bayne, Judith weighs trust, betrayal, and a planned lodge weekend to seek clarity.
Miss Shouhee T. Arpee received a scholarship for study under Percy Granger. Several named women traveled to Buckeye Lake for a Rauch bunga low house party. Local social events include birthday dinner for Gilbert, small home party, and gatherings at Elmwood Place and Graceland College to hire a voice instructor.
Twenty years ago Mr and Mrs J R Woods left for a visit in Cincinnati. William Zimmerman Vin ton County visited Mr L G Knowlton. Florence Carr departed for Marietta to visit Mr and Mrs Fred Gunther. A B Roe and spouse left on an automobile trip to Atlantic City. Mrs B O Skinner Marietta was house guest of Mr and Mrs M E Twiss.
Mrs. L. L. Deissie and Mrs. J. R. Lastro hosted a breakfast for Mrs. Samuel Siegel who recently moved to Athens, welcoming her to the community.
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