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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1938
Page
4
Page Four advertisement and masthead for The Athens Messenger published weekdays with Sunday edition. Includes publisher Gordon K. Bush and editor Charles H. Harris. Lists memberships, bureaus, and national reps. Subscription rates shown for various counties and durations.
The General Federation of Women's Clubs selects Adjusting Democracy for Human Welfare as its three year keynote. Democracy means government of by and for the people with welfare first. Club women aim to promote public welfare and press fairer social change amid resisting threats to democracy.
The piece argues small towns offer better living conditions than larger cities amid population shifts and industrial strife. It cautions youths against fleeting big-city life, praising small communities for decent living, good neighbors, and real opportunity if one works, while stressing respect for others’ rights.
A New York judge praised a woman juror who knitted in court as evidence of thoughtful concentration. The piece argues knitting and similar crafts might aid jurors more than chewing tobacco helps men, urging reforms to foster better juror thinking in the justice system.
In February 1936 the Senate passed a bill to bar employers from swaying workers’ votes, a move Democrats saw as curb. A year and a half later Senator Hatch proposed restricting WPA staff from political activity, but the amendment failed amid opposition from administration regulars and party rivals. Barkley’s speech condemned “hog-tie” rhetoric, accusing New Deal critics of hypocrisy.
The article discusses tax law debates led by Senator Harrison and President Roosevelt, noting misalignments over the capital gains tax and implications for different income levels. It also hints at Treasury experts' views on the bill and a forthcoming feature on James Roosevelt, plus FBI investigations into Nazi activities in America and the appeal of German cultural ties to some citizens.
The article notes the shift from infectious child deaths to heart and blood vessel diseases, emphasizing essential hypertension. It links long stress, emotions, and aging to high blood pressure and urges relief of nervous strain, regular rest, vacations, naps after lunch, and eight hours sleep. A light diet with moderation is advised to reduce burden on organs and tissues.
Chase Circle members met on Thursday June 2 at the home of Mrs Hattie Savage for an all day program with a noon potluck. The program featured a Work Basket drama and humorous readings. Twenty one attended including 16 members and 15 visitors followed by next month’s entertainment plans. Various local residents visited or were noted in attendance. A death of Mrs Mary Weakley aged 18 was reported with funeral services held May 29 and burial at Hanning Cemetery near Albany.
A poem by E. Sellars of Glouster Ohio argues for frugality and sharing God given resources. The speaker imagines eating grass instead of producing beef to ease human strain and suggests savings and diligence would safeguard the flock and distribute abundance.
A $127,000 flying ambulance with advanced rescue gear is assigned to the local Coast Guard station in Salem. The biplane offers a cruising range of 2000 miles and an emergency range of 3000 miles. Nearly 30,000 British citizens have February 29 birthdays.
Dexter society notes cover guests and birthdays including a surprise party for Mrs. Theodore Smith. Nearby families visit in Midway Wilkesville Columbus and Rutland. a 26th anniversary is celebrated for Forrest McCann. Ohio University graduation and a New England tour for Senior High students are also mentioned.
In a 1938 NEA Service chapter, Joe Murray confronts Terry Mallow's stern grandfather to win access to Terry. A tense scene in the Mallow flat ends with Joe securing a fragile alliance and promising protection, while Terry reveals inner grit and longing for independence. Joe learns Terry’s strength extends beyond his plan and promises, hinting at deeper bonds to come.
Poet contributions invite readers to send name and address notes for this column as background shows a memorial style verse about moundbuilder rites. The piece presents ceremonial burial, earthwork mounds, copper adornments, and the hope of rest for a proud figure.
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