Athens Lilessenger Publishes Eatablished 1875 Prederick Bush Publisher
The Athens Lilessenger announces weekly afternoon editions except Saturday and a large Sunday edition by WHE Athens Messenger & Herald Printing Co with Gordon K Bush as publisher and Gen. Mgr and Charles H Harris as managing editor. Subscription rates shown include carrier and mail options across several Ohio counties.
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Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO
Gordon K. Bush
Charles H. Harris
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Ohio Newspaper Association
Inland Daily Press Association
United Press
A Prayer for Horse Sense in U S Government Spending
Merle Thorpe in Nation's Business argues Americans must recycle old fashioned horse sense to check endless federal spending. He cites 67 billion in taxes and 20 billion borrowed over seven years, claiming no recovery, no new permanent jobs, and higher burdens on workers. He urges opposition to government waste and a return to thrift and sacrifice.
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America
Merle Thorpe
So-And-So
Washington
Retirement of two long serving schoolteachers noted
The editorial laments lean months for teachers while noting the retirement of two sisters who taught a combined 92 years. One served 50 years and the other 42, reflecting the vast influence of educators beyond public spotlight and praising the enduring impact of such leadership in shaping educated citizens.
Youth Moon Gazing Fall Warns Bedside Lesson
A youth who went out to view the moon slipped from a roof and escaped injury. The incident serves as a caution that moon gazers should watch their step.
Cleveland Concerts Draw 63000, Ball Game Tops With 7000 More
The year’s Cleveland symphony concerts drew 63000 attendees and a recent ball game attracted 7000 additional fans, underscoring strong local support for arts and sports.
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Cleveland
Roosevelt’s Mood Topic Slides Into Political Debate
In Washington, public opinion on Roosevelt’s handling of the mood and New Deal policies is mixed. Gallup finds 30% blaming Roosevelt or New Deal, 70% blaming other factors. Fortune shows 54.8% generally approving of Roosevelt with no policy majority besides rearmament.
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Roosevelt
Charleston
Gallup
Fortune Magazine
Fortune
Senator Gillette defies White House purge amid New Deal tensions
The report notes Republican and Democratic contests with Alabama and Florida senatorial wins and Oregon anti-New Deal governor defeat. It highlights Iowa where an Administration favorite was defeated after a bungled intervention opposed by DNC chair Farley. Gillette insists Roosevelt is not hostile and remains loyal to most New Deal, resisting anti-Roosevelt jockeying.
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Alabama
Florida
Martin
Oregon
Iowa
Farley
Gillette
White House
Roosevelt
Democrats Ride Roosevelt Coattails in Safe Missouri Seats
The text notes strong Democrat hold in Missouri with figures like Senator Bennett Clark. It observes anti Roosevelt Democrats campaigning discreetly, avoiding overt speeches, while Roosevelt’s popularity helps candidates cling to his coattails. They do not abandon him as Hoover opponents did in 1932.
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Bennett Clark
Missouri
Roosevelt
Hoover
Behind the Scenes In Washington
Confidential government estimates project at least 275 million dollars will be paid to farmers by AAA before the election. About 200 million targets cotton states, with 145 million from the regular AAA program and 130 million from the cotton price adjustment plan in coming months. Leading recipients include Texas and Georgia with tens of millions, followed by several other large states.
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Washington
AAA
Texas
Georgia
Alabama
Oklahoma
Mississippi
Arkansas
South Carolina
Iowa
Missouri
Minnesota
North Carolina
Louisiana
Tennessee
Illinois
Kansas
Wisconsin
North Dakota
California
LaGuardia Seen as Possible VP Pick for 1940
The passage notes fears among Republicans about Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia becoming the party’s presidential nominee in 1940 but states he has no realistic path to the presidency. It suggests he could be a valuable vice presidential candidate and that he may seek a closer political alliance with Roosevelt while remaining tied to New York politics.
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Fiorello LaGuardia
New York
LaGuardia
Roosevelt
Prohibition on Human Testing of Spray Insecticides
The 1937 agriculture appropriations proviso blocks FDA and USDA from testing spray insecticides on humans. Introduced by Rep. Clarence Cannon of Missouri, the rule halted FDA dog-based research, while $50,000 was allocated to the Public Health Service for related work, with no word yet from the SPH.
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Food and Drug Administration
Department of Agriculture
Agriculture
Clarence Cannon
Missouri
Congress
U. S. Public Health Service
Esperanto Enthusiasts Push for World Language Peace
Advocates urge adoption of an international language to reduce war by hindering nations from understanding each other’s talks and plans. The idea aims to foster peace by erasing linguistic barriers that fuel conflict.
Hold Up Honeymoon Ends In Chicken Chase
Joe Tarantino and Kelly Archer collide with Ed the Weasel as State Troopers McFee and Callahan chase a flock of thieves of chickens along the Albany Post Road. The scene ends with Tarantino paying the damage and Archer lamenting absurd law enforcement antics.
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Kelly Archer
Hersine
McFee
Callahan
Danzig
Antonio Giuseppe Tarantino
Blucher
Duke of Wellington
Deese Guy
Mr. Tarantino
Joe
Kelly
Weasel
Department of State
Albany Post Road
Rhode Island
Mr. Callahan
Mr. McFee
Canada
Chicken Contest Ends in Rivalry and Threats
A tense scene unfolds as a chicken catching contest ends with a confrontation. State Troopers McFee and Callahan pursue remaining fowl while tempers flare between Kelly Joe Sandham and the Weasel. Callahan proclaims victory before a cliffhanger closing line states To Be Continued.
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McFee
Callahan
Mr. Callahan
Mr. McFee
Joe Sandham
Joe
Troper Calahan
Vermont
State
Kelly
Fifth annual banquet of June brides praised for pleasure
News notes from ten years ago report the fifth annual banquet of June brides surpassing prior events in enjoyment. Visitor update lists Mrs. J. F. McGrath, Harold, and Marjorie of Akron at Mrs. C. W. Gross’s home. Lucile Evans Carpenter recovering from surgery in Chicago. Athens Women’s Commercial Club held its second meeting at Hotel Berry. F E Bailey spoke on bank relations with clients. Club officers include Dell Finsterwald president, Mrs. John Milar vice president, Mrs. Ralph Dalton secretary, Mrs. J. C. McClanahan treasurer, and Mrs. H. A. Hatch recording secretary.
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Athens Women's Commercial Club
Hotel Berry
J. FE. Bailey
Dell Finsterwald
John Milar
Ralph Dalton
J. C. McClanahan
H. A. Hatch
War Saving Stamps Boost Sparks in County Sales
Considerable activity is aroused in the county in the sale of War Saving Stamps. German government concedes in anxious session that victory can not be won on the battlefield. Dr. J. L. Henry and family have returned home from a visit with Captain W. H. Henry at Camp Custer Battle Creek Mich. Mr. and Mrs. Will R Cable announce the birth of a daughter Beth Adene. Pythian Sisters meet this evening at 7 30 o clock. Mrs. T E Warren visiting in McArthur is guest of Dr and Mrs D J Evans.
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J. L. Henry
W. H. Henry
Camp Custer
Battle Creek, Mich
Will R. Cable
Beth Adene
T. E. Warren
McArthur
D. J. Evans
WE the WOMEN The first move in dating is up to her
A social guide argues that modern women must take the initiative in courtship. It suggests that men are often flattered by a woman's direct approach and that inviting him to activities or games can ease the path to connection, noting many shy men respond to decisive effort.
Health Hints on marihuana use and history
Dr Morris Fishbein reviews marihuana trade names and usage notes from cannabis indica. He traces its origins, forms from cigarets to candy, and prevalence across states with tax and legal actions, plus past medical uses now largely dropped.
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Morris Fishbein
United States
Mary Warner
Mexico
North Carolina
Tennessee
Council On Pharmacy and Chemistry
American Medical Association
Stars Forecast For Thursday June Second
The Stars Say for Thursday June 2 a day of intriguing and adventurous experiences in private and business life is forecast. Writings publishing and promotional enterprises may prove lucrative. In intimate relations discretion is advised as subtle slants could cause regrets. A birthday reader may face a year of sudden adventures through writing publicity and contracts.
Public forum letters question conservation rulings impact
A reader from Athens County questions Ohio Conservation Department live bait restrictions and stream closures, alleging higher bait prices and potential abuse by dealers. The letter calls for clarification, cites local streams, and seeks a public response to the policy rationale.
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L. Wooddell
Ohio Conservation Department
Columbus
Ohio
Athens County
Conservation Department
Athens Messenger
Public Forum
Copperhead label resurfaces in political echo chamber
The Messenger editorial questions the use of copperhead as a smear in the New Deal era and ponders how figures like Governor Davey and political neighbors would respond. It recalls historical slurs and weighs loyalties amid party and national debates.
Not Enough Christians: Letters From The Messenger
Lonnie S. Miles of Lewisburg West Virginia argues in The Messenger forum that the church founded by Christ should be in the heart and guided by the Spirit. He condemns money driven rackets and urges believers to oppose isms and schisms that bend biblical teaching.
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the Messenger
Christ
Tabernacles
Judas Iscariot
Lonnie S&s. Miles
Lewisburg
W. Va
Giant mountain laurel found in Great Smoky NP stands alone
A single specimen of mountain laurel was discovered in Great Smoky National Park with a trunk measuring 82 inches in diameter. The find highlights the park's remarkable botanical diversity and old growth potential.
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Great Smoky National Park
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