Athens Messenger Publication Details and Affiliations
The Athens Messenger lists Frederick Gordon K Bush as Publisher and Gen Mer with Charlies H Garris as Managing Editor. It notes affiliations with American Newspapert y Publishers Association and several Ohio and national press associations. The paper indicates classifieds and obituaries are metered, with second class matter status under the 1918 act.
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Gordon K. Bush
Mer
Charlies H Garris
Athens
Oversubscription of Federal Bonds Spurs Debate on Credit and Jobs
The piece argues that last week’s record bond offering, bought by banks via government-created credit, does not boost investment or employment. It criticizes Congress and federal policy for discouraging builders and savers, urging stimulus of industry and expansion without fear of profit confiscation.
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Treasury
Congress
Washington
New Diet for Education Encourages Vocational Focus
An eastern educator urged graduates to value real labor and vocational training amid rising college saturation. He noted many youths expect desk jobs and highlighted how a mechanics course led to immediate employment, urging revisions to school curriculum and post graduation plans.
Admiral Byrd Plea for World Peace Marks Humble Start
Virginia explorer Admiral Richard E. Byrd urges world peace and international amity. He explains his conviction that individuals must change their conduct to improve society and that civilization shifts begin with simple beginnings from a citizen’s stance.
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Admiral Dick Byrd
Virginia
Admiral Byrd
South Pole
Dick Byrd
Antarctica
X-ray sickness and Black Legion rumors discussed in public
A satirical note links X-ray sickness to common school day ailments and mocks public fear sparked by Black Legion revelations. It suggests timid citizens respond by washing nightshirts to ward off imagined danger.
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Black Legion
Music in Florida Hospital Operations Attracts Patients
Florida hospital uses music during procedures to aid patient comfort and recovery. A crooning record accompanies ongoing treatments while staff emphasize calming ambiance and focus on patient well being. Washington expands finger print requests nationwide for Boy Scouts and may seek additional biometric data from Chinese waiters.
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Florida
Wisconsin professor faces debt amid distant ventures
A Wisconsin professor known for roaming far from home is urged to settle his debt. The article notes concerns about his travel pattern and financial obligations, prompting calls for resolution.
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Wisconsin
Landon Aides and Borah Debate Nominee Money Views
Senator Vandenberg pressed delegates on backing a candidate with clear monetary views as Landon’s gold standard stance gains attention. The convention rumor centers on Governor Landon with Princeton economist Kemmerer as a key adviser shaping the platform language.
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Senator Vandenberg
Landon
Mr. Borah
Ohere
Topeka
Princeton
Professor Kemmerer
Kemmerer
Columbia University
Public Forum questions Sheridan birthplace debate
A reader letter discusses where General Philip Sheridan was born. The Irish World claimed Ireland, while local memories link him to Perry County and Columbiana County Ohio. The writer recounts asking a Sandusky doctor and librarian who cited Ireland as birthplace.
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Phil Sheridan
Perry County
Ohio
Irish World
Ireland
Ohio Soldiers and Sailors Home
Sandusky
Columbiana County
Sheridan
Landon’s Money Policy Stance Faces Republican Friction
Political doctors attribute Landon’s guarded money stance to campaign advice. The campaign avoided bold declarations to dodge opposition, amid farm leaders pushing for a flexible dollar. London insiders expect Borah alignment on international and monopoly issues but foresee money disagreements.
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Landon
London
Borah and Vandenberg Repair Rift Over VP Ambition
In Washington last week Senator Borah and Senator Vandenberg mended a dispute over political alignment. Borah reportedly counseled Vandenberg on withdrawing any vice presidential ambitions during a relief date in the Senate, signaling a regained cordial relation between the two officials.
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Senator Borah
Vandenberg
Washington
Keynoter Steiner Faces a Dour Oregon Flashback
The veteran orator Steiner recalls his 1908 Troutdale debut when a drunk heckler halted his talk. Attendees fear Borah may aid a Townsendite third party, though officials doubt it. The Townsend movement seems unlikely for Borah.
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Steiner
Oregon
Taft Organization
Troutdale
Borah
Townsend
Convention Eve Foreshadows Landon Band In Town
In a town atmosphere of Old Home week delegates mingle as Knox hints at a vice presidential bid with Landon. Ogden Mills predicts Landon speaks to the milk man’s view. Photographers capture Landon supporters including six waitresses photographed with sunflowers.
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Knox
Landon
Ogden Mills
Hoover
Omaha
Robot readers study shows muzzled press spurs discord
Prof. R R Barlow of the University of Illinois concludes six months of newspaper study in Europe proves discord stems from a muzzled press. He says European readers are manipulated by dictators as reporters at home are limited and biased, unlike American journalists.
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Europe
R. R. Barlow
University of Illinois
Dr. Barlow
Mussolini
Hitler
Foreign Office
Barlow
Mysterious Stowaway Found Aboard Queen Mary
The crew uncovered an unexpected stowaway aboard the Queen Mary perplexing officers. Investigators pursued how the person concealed themselves and what motive brought them aboard this famed vessel.
Maxie Baer Becomes Orchestra Leader
Former boxer Maxie Baer pivots from the ring to conducting, with a noted shift from ringside fame to baton directing. His new role as an orchestra leader marks a change in career path and public persona.
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Maxie Baer
Development Milestones For a 12 Month Old Baby
Health authorities describe typical abilities at age one, including fine motor skills like handling small objects and stacking cubes, and early social behaviors like waving bye-bye. Encouraging structured play with blocks, boxes, and simple tasks aids progression while avoiding overpraise.
Point Pleasant Battle Legend of Cornstalk and Elimpsico
A historical tale set around October 10, 1774, describes a clash between border men and Indians at the Point. Leaders Cornstalk and Colonel Charles Lewis duel as a hidden Indian fires a fatal shot. Cornstalk’s final act and a massacre at the fort alter the battle’s outcome. The narrative ties to broader claims over the Ohio Valley and Dunmore’s Expedition, concluding with legend of a princess and spectral sightings.
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Dians
Cornstalk
Charles Lewis
Point Pleasant
Elimipsico
France
Ohio
Elimpisio
Elimpsico
Elimpskco
England
Ohio Valley
Virginia
Ohio Country
Dunmore
Census Finds Average Family Size at 4.5 Persons
Bureau of Census reports indicate the average household comprises 4.5 people. Data reflect nationwide trends in family size during the period.
Notable quotes on faith and leadership from early 20th century figures
Excerpts cite Dr. Frank Buchman urging religion as passion and compare prophecy to public service. Rita Roy and Tony Canzoneri expose contemporary celeb marriage munching. Baron von Teuber advocates a league of prophets over nations.
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Frank N. D. Buchman
Oxford Movement
Rita Roy
Tony Canzoneri
Luthers
Lincolns
League of Nations
Baron Eugen von Teuber
Austria
Glamorous Adventure 1: Gail Everett in New York
Gail Everett arrives in New York to work for Madame Lizette while designer dreams collide with romantic tensions. Derek Hargreaves charms Gail as Mark Chapman fights suspicion over Travers Mining. Rosemary Searles and Gail navigate social circles as future plot twists loom.
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Gail Everett
New York
Madame Lizette
Derek Hargreaves
Gail
Dick Searles
Rosemary
Arizona
Mark Chapman
Travers Mining Co
Mark
Rex Hall
Travers Company
Jed Hoskeer
Giles Harding
Rosemary Searles
Langs
Betts
Lucille
Toinette
Heart's Delight
Natalie
Searles
Long Island
Madame Lizette’s
Travers
Arlene
Wall Street
Mrs. Travers
Madame
Derek
SEGS JrSEN Senior Fitness Noon Exercise
A local notice announces Gre seniors join a noon exercise session. The program aims to promote health and community engagement with accessible activities and a friendly group setting.
Poet’s Corner: Trees Cling On At Rocky Shelf
A fragment from Laura B. Foster in Columbus Ohio presents a poem about trees undaunted growing to a rocky shelf. The speaker challenges removal, asserting resilience against the self.
Social Notes Highlight Local Visitors and Students
Mrs Charles Fisher of Massillon and Eleanor Phillips visited her parents Mr and Mrs W Phillips. Ruth Cone traveled from Colum to visit Aunt Mrs D B Jones. Laird G Dean hosted by mother Mrs H T Lee. Ed ward Michael and son Edward Jackson visited Mrs Alex Nelson. Theodore Michael joined Ohio University graduating class. Constance McLeod left Wyoming for Cincinnati then New York City for Columbia University.
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Charles Fisher
Eleanor Philips
Massillon
W. Phillips
Edward Michael
Ed Ward
Jackson
Alex Nelson
Michael
Theodore
Ohio
Constance McLeod Feft
Wyoming
Cincinnati
New York City
Columbia University
Summer Visitors and Family Gatherings In Local Area
Mrs. W. H. Wood and Misee nette Higgins of Smithfield visit brothers Dr Higgins and J W Higgins. Prescott Bentley, a student at Om State University, plans to spend summer with his relatives. Miss Mary Connett will attend high school in Mansfield during vacation. Mrs. C. W. Campbell, of Mo., visits in-law Mr. J. C. Campbell. Mrs. J. W. Dewd and Mr. Kurtz host guests in Toele.
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W. H. Wood
Miseenette Higgins
Smithfield
Dr . Higgins
J. W. Hige
Prescott Bentley
Om State University
W. B Benti T
Mary Connett
Tea High School
Mansfield
Nett
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American Newspaperty Publishers Association
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John W Cullen Company
Chicago
Detroit
China
the Public Forum
Editor
Messenger
Columbus
Robot Readers
DR. Morris Fishbein
They
George Clark
By Jean Seivwright
Mrs. Morton
Natalie Preston
Ferrara
Junio
Poet’s Corner
Laura B. Foster
Ruth Cone
Colum
D. B. Joneson
Laird G. Dean
H. T. Lee
J. W. Dewd
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