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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1929
Page
3
A devotional excerpt cites St Luke urging light for those in darkness and the path of peace. It argues that helping others creates a social debt and condemns those who acknowledge ability but withhold aid, citing Ruskin on kindness and superiority.
The Ohio junior fair movement gains support as 4-H exhibits rise at county fairs. Rural youths gain leadership roles and training in judging, with plans to have farm boys and girls act as district fair directors. The Ohio State Fair will launch the program this year, boosting district displays and community interest.
The piece discusses Hoover era crime investigations and the slow lawmaking process. It notes private guards, distrust of law agencies, and the Volstead act as points of contention. It argues laws are hard to repeal and urges fundamental action beyond simply advising to obey or repeal.
The speaker highlights the relentless appetite for investigation and reform, noting many agencies mobilize after a tragedy. They warn reforms require deep digging into societal foundations beyond mere legal action.
In preparation for the Spanish American War convention Athens residents are urged to back the parade and host visitors. Citizens should offer rooms and cars, ensure courtesy, and move temporary lodging at the fairgrounds. The speaker calls for mass turnout and ongoing help through the event.
Donald McMillan, the Arctic explorer, suggests the northern hemisphere could face a new ice age. He cites Eskimo reports of glaciers advancing and notes some glaciers move about five feet per year, a pace comparable to an express train. The piece urges cautious optimism despite the alarming claim.
A column reflects on affordable pleasures in Manhattan and nearby towns. It praises the city’s economy of entertainment from subway rides to a Statue of Liberty visit, museums, parks, and views, noting most experiences cost a nickel or dime, yet newcomers imitate spendthrift behavior.
A reader recalls feeling a revolver bullet pass through a car while traveling with family, noting the new legal landscape aims to curb rifle shootings and reduce danger to motorists and passengers.
Dr Frank McCoy offers sun exposure guidance and dietary tips for hot weather. He warns against overexposure causing sunburn and kidney strain, recommends shade and gradual tanning, and stresses water intake and light clothing. He answers questions on diabetes, facial hair removal alternatives, vitamin rich foods, and gastritis symptoms with cautious medical guidance.
A crowded column laments bootleg whisky causes a brutal beating of a child and recalls police questions over responsibility. It warns youth about alcohol and notes a German movement urging sports over drinking. It mentions a 113 carat Brazil rose diamond bought by American dealers and speculates on who bears blame for the era’s ills.
A reader asks about water in the human body, cocoanut water before shipment, cigarets,doping, fox dogs, bookplates, and split infinitives. Experts explain water binding, coconut water preservative value, harmless glycerine in tobacco, South American fox dogs, bookplate origins, and split infinitives.
Washington reports rising interest in South American employment and small business. The Commerce Department notes many agencies charge fees for dubious job leads and urges caution. It cites Eder on real prospects, wages, and the need for contracts, highlighting limited unskilled work and stronger need for skilled professionals.
A scrambled cross word puzzle item listing many clues and partial questions about English history and geography. It asks for the capital city of the British empire Shakespeare’s river, the real name of George Eliot and other wordplay items. The reader is guided by horizontal and vertical clues with stray letter prompts and numeric references from yesterday’s puzzle.
A compact guide highlighting common word usage errors including elder versus eldest and mispronunciations. It stresses careful spelling and provides a daily vocabulary prompt with the word Concession defined as a yielding act.
The Payne Aldrich era tax change backed by President Taft's sponsors cleared the Senate in a 69 to 11 vote amid a fraught session. The report notes political strife as the measure advances in a troubled chamber.
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