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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1924
Page
4
The piece recalls a butcher who overweights meat to cheat customers and notes general distrust in prices. It cites Oliver Maillard from four centuries ago who condemned those who press scales with a finger. The author reflects that dishonesty in trade has long provoked public anger.
A preacher denounces tavern keepers who adulterate liquor and butchers who mix hog fat with meat. He cites 1924 weight tricks on fowl and urges crime prevention, praising the Marshall Stillman Movement in New York City for steering youths to avoid crime and aiding ex convicts.
A reflective meditation on recurring human troubles across centuries. The writer argues troubles persist regardless of condemnation and that only personal growth comes from facing obstacles. Preacher Maillard is mentioned as merely wasting his breath in urging comfort.
Authorities warn this country faces rising annual losses from burglary and theft, with costs excluding inmate care. They cite that 75 to 80 percent of offenders are aged 16 to 23, and say many become hardened criminals due to environment and weak justice handling. A judge notes turning 30 without crime suggests low future risk.
A business commentator argues that political hysteria has faded as two more conventions loom. He says Americans expect safety regardless of party and trust the nation to endure changes in leadership. He notes sober leaders and orderly self government in England and France.
A newspaper reflection contrasts hobos and tramp distinctions noting hoboes seek work while tramps seek a living. It critiques the seen gap between intention and action as productive effort competes with job searches.
Washington June 13 a study notes that holidays slow production across industries. Coal and lumber show large drops in output and car loadings fall after holiday weeks. Proponents argue reduced morale and relaxation offset lost time while others see lasting economic impact and uncertain benefits.
The times Messenger Information Bureau Frederic J. Haskin director offers readers answers to questions for a two cent return postage. It states the bureau does not provide legal medical or financial advice nor resolve domestic troubles. Submit question briefly with full name and address and two cents in stamps.
In a decisive game to decide the National League rep for the series, Merkle on first and a man on third saw a hit score the runner on third but Merkle ran to the clubhouse thinking the game over. Johnny Evers tagged second base and removed the home run from counting, altering the outcome.
A reader from Athens Ohio urges voters to elect lawmakers who will enact just laws to protect needy mothers and children after a Meigs County court deprived an unmarried mother of her infant. The letter links the case to antebellum cruelties and appeals to Ohio women to action.
One third of Oberlin school staff quit to teach elsewhere for higher pay. A teacher leaving from $1520 to $2100 a year with a $2400 second year, matching the local principals' salaries, highlights the wage hike driving the exodus.
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