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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1922
Page
4
Advertising rates on application at Home or Foreign offices. Nominal charge for obituary cards of banks. National Advertising Representatives Robert K Ward Inc. 801 Fifth Ave New York City and 5 South Wabash Avenue Chicago.
The piece argues that secrecy at the Hague undermines diplomacy, praising openness as central to the League of Nations spirit. It notes Genoa conference failures rested with France and Russia and credits reporters for candid coverage, while suggesting Mexico could gain from closer U S ties and stability next to a peaceful neighbor.
An international bankers and Mexico finance minister agreement in New York signals a path to full government and business ties. Key issues include American business rights, Mexican debt, and oil export tax relief with debt servicing starting next January. Foreign investor protections and railroad debt assumed by the Mexican government are also outlined.
Old Dave Dodder recalls seeing a performer swallow glass and hot coals at Frog Level. A fellow from Devil's Holler spiked the show, ending the act. In Washington a banquet ends with a playful Sports themed quip as the host declares a seventh inning stretch.
A neighborhood note reports a local man solved a lingering issue by removing screens and inviting mosquitoes into his home then slept outdoors. The piece reflects on heat and work, mixing social observations with light satire about wealth and romance.
Washington notes two bold tests to curb monopolies while preserving cooperation. Secretary Hoover uses personal price pledges with coal dealers, while the FTC may permit cautious price range understandings among trade groups. These plans face legal scrutiny as Congress debates farmer cooperatives and labor union exemptions.
The piece satirizes a politician's public speeches and staged concern for voters while highlighting the cycle of promises, campaign theatrics, and self interest. It also includes local notes about schoolchildren Mary Margaret Willie and practical jokes and advice columns.
Public notice for an information service offering readers answers to questions by mail. It outlines limitations on legal medical and financial advice and instructs senders to include full name address and two cents postage for return mail.
A historical exchange notes that the 1892 Homestead controversy began with a strike for July 3 but the plant was shut July 1 after Frick was burned in effigy, with operations continuing later under new workers. The event is described as technically both a strike and a lockout.
Steubenville June 22 Asa Hughes of Yorkville was found guilty of manslaughter for the January slaying of his brother in law William Smith at Yorkville. Hughes broke down when the verdict was read and claimed self defense.
Max Muschil, a 29 year old Firestone Rubber employee, admitted to Detective McDowell that his claim of being held up and shot near Ravenna early yesterday was a myth. He stated he had lost his money otherwise.
Akron on June 92, George Maline a prominent restaurant man declares the city is becoming a milk drinking community. He notes rising demand for milk and a shift away from coffee and other beverages as prohibition takes effect.
The speaker reports sales have tripled in two years, selling three times as much meat over the counter and at tables compared with the past. The remark notes a strong demand and growing business.
Two percent of bishops of the Methodist Episcopal Church began a semi annual conference in Indianapolis on June 22 to discuss plans for church administration and governance.
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