The Athens Messenger Historical Publisher Details
The Athens Messenger describes its long history from 1825 with Frederick W. Bush as publisher 1896 to 1929 and Gordon K. Bush as publisher and general manager. It lists editorial staff, associations, and circulation reach across several Southeastern Ohio counties with subscription rates and delivery options.
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Frederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO
Gordon K. Bush
Charles H. Harris
Fundamentals Are Necessary
Analyzes the 1920 boom and ensuing disillusionment, urging return to fundamentals. It questions reliance on self reliance and education as sole paths to success, noting leaders and financiers rose without virtue. Argues the era rewarded energy over honesty and industry, warning against repeating the low mood by reaffirming core virtues.
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Eastern University
Real Estate Tax Base Drops in Ohio Schools
A Bureau of Educational Research report based on Ohio Tax Commission records shows major declines in real estate valuations across county school districts in 1931 amid the Great Depression. Total state valuations fell from 9.40 billion in 1930 to 8.49 billion in 1931, with most districts experiencing losses and minor gains in a few.
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Ohio
Bureau of Educational Research
Ohio State University
Ohio Tax Commission
Jackson County
Huron County
Bryan
Shadyside
McConnellsville
Osborn
Fighting Becomes a Racket in Prize Boxing
The article argues prize fighting shifted from brutality to a dirty racket over the past decade. It laments crowning heavyweight titles by non knockout means and warns that public funds subsidize the racket. It urges operators to reflect on the goose that laid golden eggs and threats of ruin if bilking continues.
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Sullivan
Fitzsimmons
Helpless Chicago: McGeoghegan Freed In Bank Robbery Case
A Chicago bank robbery indictment against Danny McGeoghegan was dismissed at the request of two bank officials who had identified him as the robber. The officials, under guard due to threats, urged the state’s attorney to drop the case so they could live without fear. The episode underscores perceived law enforcement collapse and widespread societal intimidation.
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Danny McGeoghegan
Chicago
McGeoghegan
Canned Speeches for Radio Campaigns Raise Alarm
The article notes politicians plan to make phonograph records of speeches for radio broadcast during campaigns. Los Angeles politicians reportedly lead this trend with others expected to follow. While expanding reach, the idea of canned speeches stored for airtime provokes dismay about artificial political messaging.
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Los Angeles
Thought for Today and Laundry Joke Snapshot
A Bible verse from Haggai 1 6 warns of wasted labor and empty possessions. A local quip notes the best argument for miracles is a summer suit freshly laundered with all buttons intact.
Wares of Candidates Being Ballyhooed
Chicago readers witness a carnival like scene at presidential campaign hubs with Roosevelt and Ritchie camps dominant. The Roosevelt headquarters foster extensive press work and friend networks while Ritchie leverages a large Florentine room, with banners, lithographs, and biographies, drawing Maryland supporters and local aides.
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Chicago
Congress Hotel
Roosevelt Headquarters
Delegates’ Service Bureau
Auto Laws and Local Building Projects Highlight Athens News
After dark driving rules require lights. Stewart School in Rome Township will be completed by contractor C. L. Heaton at an estimated cost of 23 000 dollars. Demolition of the old bank building at Court and Washington Streets starts Monday for Athens National Bank’s new home. Arts course enrollment rises as law programs shift. Athens Home Telephone Company reports over 100 local stockholders. Underground cable replaces long overhead lines at a cost of 310 000. Prof and Mrs John E Snow of Chicago arrive for summer with relatives.
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Bank
Court and
Washington Streets
Athens National Bank
Athens Home Telephone Company
Athens Armory Site Deal Reached on Carpenter Street
Industrial committee reached an understanding with Dr. Alderman of Athens Brick Co for a Carpenter Street lot suitable for an Armory site. Two touring cars from Covington KY en route to Portsmouth complained about poor local roads. Demolition of the Cline Building walls to begin June 26 under J F Robbins supervision and Frank L Packard of Columbus as architect.
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Covington
Portsmouth
Marietta
Athens County
Cline Building
J. F. Robbins
Frank L. Packard
Columbus
More Truth and Poetry About Ben Franklin and Thrift
A reflective verse contrasts Ben Franklin’s thrifty ethos with modern spending temptations. It notes how saving could have avoided past crashes yet argues contemporary wealth enables costly luxuries. The speaker admits current financial strain from desire for many items.
Exploding Family History Wins Cartoon Contest Prize
Robert F. Lancaster of Larwill Indiana received Rogers Community Plate silverware for a Believe It or Not entry about his grandparents Alonzo and wife from South Whitley Indiana. Alonzo is 83 and his wife over 80 with 5 children 18 grandchildren 19 great grandchildren 14 in laws totaling 58. They recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Tomorrow: A Wonder of Prolificity.
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Robert F. Lancaster
Larwill
Rogers
Alonzo Lancasters
South Whitley
Indiana
Alonzo Lancaster
Mrs. Lancaster
Messenger Public Forum Editor's Note
Editor explains that frequently letters are unsigned or anonymous and cannot be published. The paper may print opinions from known writers, while disclosing that the views are those of contributors and not the Messenger.
Passing of the town pump in Athens 1932
An Athens letter from June 21 1932 laments the desecration of Hebe at the town fountain and urges focusing spare time on local youth. The piece links the fountain’s decline to social change and calls for more Boy and Girl Scout involvement and community leadership at home.
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the Messenger
Athens
Hebe
Hocking
China
Scout Camp East of Athens Encourages Youth Work
Messenger urges townspeople to help at the Boy Scout camp on Canaanville Pike near Athens. The piece notes concern over youths using motor vehicles and criticizes passive elder oversight while urging constructive youth work.
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Athens
Canaanville Pike
Trading on mass names prompts call for local distinction
An Athens Citizen letter argues against naming the new south bridge over the Hocking River after George Washington. The writer proposes simple names like South Bridge or East State Street Washington Boulevard be avoided, urging local tribute to Athens figures or a tablet marking the ferry crossing to show individuality.
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New South
Hocking River
Athens
George Washington Bridge
Athens County
George Washington
East State Street
Washington Boulevard
Il Am
South Bridge
Athens, O
Ohio State opens 60th summer term with Athens enrollees
Enrollments for the first term of the summer quarter at Ohio State University include Athens residents Otis J. Barnhill, Helen C. Biedel, Edwin N. Cooper, Lucy B. Evans, Paul R. Fiske, Forest M. Guthrie, Helen L. Lowry, Ruth McConnell, Wayne T. Matthews, Olin D. Morrison, Allen A. Nellis, and Harold K. Stein.
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Columbus
Ohio State University
Athens
Otis J. Barnhill
Helen C. Biedel
Edwin N. Cooper
Lucy B. Evans
Paul R. Fiske
Forest M. Guthrie
Helen L. Lowry
Ruth McConnell
Wayne T. Matthews
Olin D. Morrison
Allen A. Nellis
Harold K. Stein
Cosmic observer wonders at our sun and life on earth
A hypothetical cosmic being surveys our solar system detailing the sun one million times larger in its view, with planets orbiting as young birds follow a mother. He would notice human bridges, houses, canals, railways, banks, prisons and libraries, deeming us queer little creatures.
Beer barons pledge twenty million for new equipment
Across the country, August A Busch Jr, Colonel Pabst, Uihlein brothers, and Jacob Ruppert offer to spend twenty million dollars on new equipment and hire thousands of men. The idea is to dull worry rather than aid thinking, an observation about social habits.
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August A. Busch
St. Louis
Colonel Pabst
Uihlein Brothers
Milwaukee
Jacob Ruppert
New York
Concentration on Gold Drives French War Economy
The piece contrasts American focus on beer with French concentration on gold. It notes France holds more gold than ever, over one hundred percent of its currency backing, and argues gold can fund purchases to wage war despite not being edible.
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America
France
Cosmic visitor views human microbes gathering in Chicago
The piece contrasts a distant observer with events in Chicago where a political candidate search unfolds. It mentions Siamese King Prajadhipok and his family held on a rebel warship, pondering cataract surgery in America. Rebels are unlikely to harm the Royal Family, while Siam's monarchy is likened to workers and a queen.
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Chicago
Siam
Prajadhipok
America
Democrats in Chicago Strike Short Platform Draft
A fragment notes Chicago Democrats aim to publish a concise platform to outline a plan for saving the country. It questions the country’s exact ailment and suggests Republicans are labeled the chief evil, though this may be contested as the effort progresses.
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Chicago
Use of Cathartics Blamed for Appendicitis Deaths
The piece argues that overuse of severe cathartics at onset of abdominal pain contributes to deaths from appendicitis in the United States and Canada. It cites timing of surgical intervention, symptoms of acute appendicitis, and urges consulting a physician promptly rather than self medicating with drastic laxatives.
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Journal of the
American Medical Association
Health Magazine
United States
Canada
About Your Children Must Recognize Authority
A five year old boy named Billy tests his mother by defying commands. The author argues punishment should be purposeful and occasional, using decisive action to teach obedience and authority, while avoiding daily or frequent threats.
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Billy
Genesis Chapter Echoes a Thousand-Word Rule
The quote argues that the First Chapter of Genesis gives a concise account of creation, suggesting that explaining all creation in under a thousand words is possible. It juxtaposes biblical brevity with the ease of overlong expositions.
Roosevelt Faces Two Thirds Rule in Democratic Nominating Fight
The piece discusses the Democratic convention rule requiring a two thirds majority for nomination. It notes Andrew Jackson used it to push Martin Van Buren’s nomination while Governor Roosevelt is said to have a majority of delegates. If true, they could abolish the rule and nominate him. Jersey City Mayor Frank Hague calls Roosevelt the only Democrat who could not win. More details expected in November.
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Andrew Jackson
Martin van Buren
Roosevelt
Frank Hague
Jersey City
Magnus Johnson Launches Comeback in Minnesota Primary
Magnus Johnson, known as a blunt dirt farmer, wins the first round of his comeback. As a Farmer-Labor candidate, he was nominated for congressman at large in Minnesota's recent primary.
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Magnus Johnson
United States Senate
Farmer-Labor
Minnesota
Rome bans votive candles in churches by cardinal order
Cardinal Marchetti Selvaggiani, vicar general in Rome, forbids selling and lighting votive candles inside churches to avoid superstition. The ban allows candles lit only if bought outside the church. The note recalls ancient Rome where keeping sacred fire was meritorious and Vestal Virgins faced death for neglect.
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Rome
Marchetti-Selvaggiani
Vestal Chastity Practice Described as Harsh Rite
The text details punishment for unchastity among Vestals. A guilty Vestal is confined in an underground cell, covered with earth and smothered. Each Vestal during her service has her hair cut and the locks hung on a tree, reflecting a long standing sacred offering in ancient tradition.
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