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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1924
Page
4
A devotional note cites Eph 4 31 urging away bitterness wrath anger clamor and evil speaking. It contrasts evil speaker with evil ee noting opportunity as the difference from Quintilian.
Forty years ago a penniless Canadian youth named Anderson arrived in a remote central Ontario village. He fed cattle at a stockyard then built a general store timber land and rental houses totaling about a quarter of a million dollars. He raised three sons and stayed active in his community, proving opportunity is made not found. The piece argues hard work and initiative trump chance, and notes Canada’s economy thrives on domestic production and steady demand.
Theodore H. Price asserts US business averages at least a billion dollars daily while Congress once spent only a million in a session. The piece reflects on public perception of extravagance in governance versus the scale of private enterprise.
A citizen laments parcel post rules that require detailed content descriptions and rigid packing. At a small branch, three cases illustrate hassles: a 25 cent hat set in double boxes, a cup needing material details, and a shirt warn of vague items. The piece argues strict packing aids safety and delivery.
Washington D C June 19 The piece discusses labor and railroad relations as a major unresolved issue with potential to spark a national campaign and a possible labor political movement led by railroad unions and supporters of La Follette. It notes unions financial power for campaign funding and shifts in positions since the 1920 Railway Labor Board era.
Leaders argued the board’s authority was being undermined as railroads first ignored board orders and unions later flouted rulings. Calls grew to repeal the labor provisions of the Transportation Act and replace the tri partite board with a bipartisan body without public representation. The board contends its work has prevented major strikes since its creation.
The article reviews political fervor around McAdoo with delegates praying aloud and questions on nomination. It contrasts modern politics with Barnum and Bailey showmanship and notes unrelated Q and A items about taxes, Army service, and Marco Polo, concluding with Polo’s Genoa prison writings and travels.
The article describes Al Smith's factional fight in New York as leaders debate a proposed anti-Klan plank. A key adviser warns such a plank could bar hundreds of delegates from backing Smith even if desired. The final stance shifts to a milder, symbolic tone as the plank is framed to “roar gently.”
The piece notes that in political chatter, Senator Robinson of Arkansas is seen as the probable nominee as older rivals fade. Observers compare the process to a Jack Daw gathering glass pieces, suggesting confidence in Robinson once senior figures exit.
George Harvey works discreetly in a quiet room near the Ritz Carlton corridors around one o clock. Senator Pat Harrison denounces the Republican laturnalia of corruption in the convention hall claiming the GOP corrupt practices thrive there.
A speaker suggests Robinson is the probable choice with no evident enemies. The remark notes no strong opposition and that “nobody knows nothing” about the race, indicating an uncertain but favorable outlook for Robinson.
An irate commenter denounces rivals and accuses politicians of cowardice while urging vicious actions. The passage reflects heated partisan frustration as candidates are attacked and redistributed amid a failing sense of accountability.
Observers praise the women delegates as a stabilizing force at the convention. A Montana delegate in a cowgirl outfit and a Kansas delegate with a sunflower pin project confidence and reassurance. The article notes mothers among the delegates inspire trust about the nation's future.
The speaker proclaims that women and mothers will uplift humanity across generations. He notes men’s flaws will fade with maternal influence and praises women’s new right to vote prompting politicians to show them kindness.
A veteran recounts memories of John L Bullivan defeating Charley Mitchell at a New York Sun era event, recalling a rooftop convention era garden and earlier days of fight culture and columnist lore.
Readers can send questions to The Athens Messenger Information Bureau Washington D C under director Frederic J Haskin This service provides information only not legal medical or financial advice Include full name address and two cents postage for return replies mailed to the inquirer
A 38 member Latin American delegation from 20 countries and 12 U.S. highway experts visit ten states to study and promote ties in highway development. The aim is mutual learning from two decades of U S engineering experience and stronger continental friendship.
The Hocking County schools moved to revitalize teachers institutes by running an Extension Course with Ohio University lecturers. The program boosted attendance, credit opportunity, and professional enthusiasm, transforming previously dull sessions into active teacher training and improved classroom readiness. Logan, Ohio board education notes the positive impact and urges continued support.
McArthur Mr. and Mrs. James Reynolds of Columbus visit his parents Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Reynolds. Mrs. Luther Albrecht and Harriet Shockey of Grove City call on relatives in Wellston. E. Murphy of Richland Township conducts business here. Mrs. B. H. Hamilton and daughter Ma return from Columbus visit. Marley Brown and Akron visitors stay with Partlow and Brown families.
Mrs Harry Coultrap and her two sons arrived early this week from Gen eva Illinois to visit her parents Mr and Mrs A Will Sr at their home.
Word arrives of the marriage of Wortman Wood son of Mrs Etta Wood Timms to a Miss Orr of Columbus. Nellie Levis of Wilkesville visits Miss Glenna Phillips for a few days. McArthur residents attend a four day State Christian Endeavor convention in Cincinnati with Olive Morrison Delia O Connor Mary Penrod Gladys Penrod and Hazel Downard. Mrs Helen Shively, formerly of McArthur, is ill with her daughter Mrs Grant Sniff in New Plymouth.
An experiment to study sound wave transmission from a blast 65 kilometers west of Clermont Ferrand used ten thousand kilograms of explosives set off at 7:30 PM. The test aimed to detect the sound in Turin at 7:50 PM, Milan at 7:55 PM, and Padua at 8:15 PM as readings.
Observers noted zones of silence during the war where sounds disappeared. The experiment aimed to shed light on the phenomenon. No explosion was heard at Milan or Turin and another test will be made.
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