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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1937
Page
4
A newspaper column urges young people to rely on hard work and common sense amid shifts in society. It argues that opportunity remains for those who use their brains, resist entitlement, and adapt to new conditions without political favors or dole. The piece stresses discipline and courage.
A call to explore Eastern and Southern Ohio conservancy districts shows dams on the Muskingum River will reduce floods and create lakes for recreation this year. Foresters tour Hocking State Forest near Logan and sites at Zaleski Carbondale and Waterloo, noting state and federal supervision restoring land and streams.
The article notes that unfinished yards and vacant lots fuel summer fires and urges Athens city to mow vacant lots. It warns that uncut grass and careless residents pose fire risks, with many fires starting from matches and neglected lots.
Report notes a national trend of extensive photography in Japan as people document daily life. Psychologists suggest a cultural impulse or moment of realization that drives this behavior, sparking talk of a collective “click” in the mind.
Oakland physicians say trout are least color blind among fish, supporting the idea a trout can spot a green angler. The piece comments on arms traffic, noting many nations pursue a one way road to death as they pass each other.
In Washington the Senate faced a contested Harrison resolution on income tax deceivers. The Roosevelt message urged Treasury led inquiry not a congressional probe, leaving observers to doubt signals and loyalties. The episode suggests internal confusion among lawmakers and White House aides over who initiates investigation.
The piece argues the Treasury already has the means to identify tax dodgers and should publish the names through a congressional investigation. It also notes a shift in talk on a federal corporate charter, mentions Robinson’s stance, and a humorous interruption with Lord Marley calling Rayburn during a relief bill plea.
Hugh Johnson argues the Spanish bombardment of Almeria mirrors past U S retaliation abroad. He cites 1914 Veracruz and cross-border actions against Villa in Mexico as examples of undeclared actions aimed at supporting favored factions, paralleling current debates on Spain, Germany, and neutrality. He asserts these acts were not war.
In a public letter James Bond of Nelsonville urges miners to drop Emmett Sorrell from the U M W of A and switch to the A F of L. He argues the union would not be strengthened by his sympathies and calls for rid of knockers.
Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints also called rheumatism but distinct from rheumatic fever. Acute joint inflammation can follow infections and food sensitivities, while chronic rheumatoid arthritis begins with finger joint swelling and may progress to larger joints. early diagnosis and active treatment are advised.
In Fort Worth Texas Rev J W Crowder won 450 dollars at a theater bank night but returned the prize days later with a note saying his rejection was to keep his students fellow ministers and outsiders from disfavoring a minister who accepts such a prize.
The Athens Country Club event crowned prize winners Mrs. Maud Fenzel Mrs. C. O. Pickering Dr. J. D. Haskins and Mr. Homer C. Clark. John Sprague pledged for Delta Tau Delta and son of Dr. and Mrs. John R. Sprague. Paul Beckley pledged for Phi Delta Theta. Rev and Mrs M. L. Kinney returned from Columbus. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fought hosted dinner and Charles A. Lindbergh, fresh from his solo Atlantic flight, was guest of the U S Navy returning home.
Athens High School seniors planned a lawn pageant depicting Paul Revere and other figures with Grace Walker as Spirit of Liberty. Athens County Medical Association met to discuss army surgeon needs. May saw 23 marriage licenses issued in Probate Court. A 101 year old contract for Ohio University Central Building. a 1870 notice recalls church bell incidents in The Messenger.
The Ohio University rose to prominence under early leaders and McGuffey’s presidency. Trustees in 1823 praised its growing public confidence as East and West Wing buildings were added in 1837 and 1839. McGuffey’s era boosted enrollment and the campus elm row became a symbol of the college’s bright future, though a forthcoming setback loomed.
Patricia Warren meets Don Monterey at the Coronet Tea Garden and agrees to a Friday meeting. Don reveals an arranged marriage for business reasons and pursues Pats with hopeful charm while she remains cool and enigmatic. Rosie pressures Don for money, complicating their budding intrigue as Pats contemplates future secrecy.
A collection of quoted remarks by Dr John of Park Wheaton College president John Golden producer and Reverend William McCurdy from Lewis Memorial Church Chunking China on self awareness theater and national birth of China reflecting views on culture and politics.
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