Athens Messenger And Herald Publication Details
The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co announces daily weekday issues with a Sunday morning edition. Frederick W. Bush served as publisher. Gordon K. Bush as publisher and general manager. Charlies H. Harris as managing editor. Subscription rates listed include one year $4.50 in local counties and various shorter terms.
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Athens Stessenger
Frederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO
Gordon K. Bush
Mgr. Charlies H. Harris
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Ohio
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Ohio Newspaper Association
Inland Daily Press Association
United Press National Representatives
John W. Cullen Company
Chicago
New York
Detroit
Cleveland
Athens
Gallia
Hocking
Meigs
Morgan, Vinton
Washington
Time to face reality on free speech and democracy
A New York newspaper notes the danger of trading civil rights for security as democracy faces economic strain. It warns against dictatorial tactics and urges unity to protect free speech free press worship and assembly. The piece cites Ross Hague and calls for addressing the battered economic machine to prevent civil rights erosion.
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New York
Europe
Ross Hague
National Democratic Party
Jersey City
N. J
Well-Placed Frivolity and American Resilience
A column argues that public interest in sports and vacations reflects healthier national mood than feared. It notes large crowds at prize fights and baseball games, compares U S attitudes to Europe, and credits Americans with laughter in danger for keeping economic and social pressures from worsening.
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Roosevelt
Cleveland
Rome
Bachelors Buttons Inc Opens Bold Social Service
A New York venture titled Bachelors Buttons Inc starts as a one-woman wardrobe aid offering periodic visits and wardrobe checks. The service promises to prevent social embarrassment by matching ties shirts and coats, while hinting at future expansion and its potential impact on marriage trends.
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Bachelors’ Buttons, Inc
New York
America
China’s Gunpowder Invention Reverberates Through History
The note reflects on China’s centuries old invention of gunpowder and how its legacy resonates in modern times, sparking thoughts on invention, power, and global impact. It weighs ingenuity against current affairs and tech developments.
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China
WPA Politics Sparks Senate Debate in Washington
In Washington Raymond Clapper reports that WPA officials face renewed scrutiny as political activity concerns rise. Aubrey Williams defends statements about keeping supporters in power, prompting a Senate inquiry. Calls Grow for WPA to move to civil service under Roosevelt policy reform.
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Washington
WPA
Harry Hopkins
Senate
New Deal
Hatch
Barkley
Hopkins
Aubrey Williams
Workers Alliance
Williams
Senate Campaign Investigating Committee
Census Bureau
Roosevelt
Civil Service
Washington wage tension as steel price cuts loom
In Washington the New Dealers fear a steel wage cut amid price reductions could trigger a public uproar. Roosevelt aims to accelerate PWA steel orders while monitoring labor and government reactions. Key figures include Stettinius and Hillman, with Kennedy returning to address Jewish refugee issues and European war concerns.
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Washington
Roosevelt
PWA
U. S. Steel Corporation
Henderson-Ickes- Jackson
Stettinius
U. S. Steel
Pittsburgh
Chicago
Birmingham
Hold Up Honeymoon Cast of Characters
A scene unfolds as Joseph Sandham and Kelly Archer drift toward danger with Ed the Weasel and the Weasel’s gang. State Troopers Danzig and McFee corner the group, debate warrants, and search logic before the Ford drives off. The Weasel reveals a hidden stash and a revolver turns the quiet escape into tense relief.
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Joseph Sandhmann
Kelly Archer
State Police
Joe
Danzig
Ed the Weasel
Mr. McFee
McFee
Dannemorra
Mr. Danzig
Ardilla Shuster Visits Chillicothe for Week
Ten years ago Ardilla Shuster travels to Chillicothe for a week with nephew Floyd Shuster and family. Ohio University associates Mrs. Maude Mathews and Miss Cora Bailey are in Chicago this summer pursuing degrees at the University of Chicago. Mrs. M. H. McFarland of Palm Beach arrives at aunt Mrs. Arthur Boyles home, with her mother Mrs. S. L. Miller to join Friday and her husband to follow in August.
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Ardilla Shuster
Chillicothe
Mr. Floyd Shuster
Maude Mathews
Cora Bailey
Ohio University
Chicago
The
University of Chicago
M. H. McFarland
Aletha Miller
Palm Beach
Fla
Arthur Boyles
S. L. Miller
Pittsburgh
Boyles
McFarland
Pomeroy
Athens County political race bubbles with Hoover candidacy
A notice notes Thomas N. Hoover entering the Republican primary race for Representative from Athens County on August 13. The report also mentions travel visits by Mrs. Frank McVay and Miss Virginia Reed among local social notices and a large teachers exam with 275 entrants, 264 certificates issued.
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Thomas N. Hoover
Athens County
We the Women and the Riches of Fate in Society
A social reflection compares rich and poor women facing limited choices in love and motherhood. The piece cites Countess Haugwitz-Reventilow, once Barbara Hutton, to illustrate public judgment of wealth and marriage. In Jerseyville Illinois wildlife suffers on a 10 mile highway, with multiple bird and mammal road deaths recorded.
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Countess Haugwitz-Reventilow
America
Barbara Hutton
Weasel and Joe Plot After Casino Trick
A crime tale scene unfolds with Weasel and Joe recounting a pickup of money from a casino caper. They boast of sleight of hand while Kelly watches in disgust as the staged ruse nears its end. The Weasel hints the plan may draw more trouble, promising more before the tale continues.
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Joe
Weasel
Kelly
Health Hints and Diet on Cannabis Indica Effects
The article outlines early effects of marijuana including distraction and altered thoughts, followed by exaltation and possible delusions. It notes varied responses, potential for heightened aggression or fear, and cites court records of sex crimes linked to cannabis. It warns of impaired time and space perception, unsafe driving, and argues for prohibition.
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Florida
Grass Run Side Hill Visitors and Local Guests
Grass Run Side Hill items list multiple families visiting relatives in Akron Dexter Pomeroy Columbus Cincinnati Lima and Michigan including Mr and Mrs Harry Gross Mrs F W Winn and others. Nevada is the most sparsely settled state in the Union.
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Harry Gross
Akron
A. E. Plummer
Minter Molden
George Molden
Hartwell Sidenstricker
Dexter
William Hutton
Wilbur
Columbus
C. F. Anderson
Harry Saxton
Henry Molden
Middleport
Austin Eblin
Rutland
Elmer Molden
Ward Nicholson
Cincinnati
Walter Lotte
Hollis Gilkey
Michigan
Ray McHaffie
Lima
Herbie Nelson
W. A. Hutton
Nevada
The
Union
Residents Praise Murray City Aid After Carbon Hill Fire
Letters note carbon hill responders praised for aiding during a major fire. The writer criticizes Nelsonville for not sending support and questions city ordinances and council actions. The comm ensue with references to CCC WPA and utility employers aiding firefighting efforts. June 22.
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the Messenger
Carbon Hill
Murray City
CCC
WPA
Southern Ohio Electric Company
Ohio Fuel Gas Company
Nelsonville
Sticks
Jack Coe
Brooder Blast at Langsville Kills Flock
Langsville report: Henry Keyes loses about 75 young chickens and a cellar house when a brooder explodes starting a fire. Mrs. Guy Swadiley and daughter Barbara vacationing at home, spent weekend in Parkersburg West Virginia. Helen Taylor undergoes tonsil adenoid operation. recovering. Dorothy Chase visits Margretta Hughes in Middleport. Lawrence Carpenter and Lillie Bell Price marry recently. Mrs Race Hill visiting Charleston West Virginia with daughter Buryl White.
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Langsville
Henry Keyes
Guy Swadiley
Barbara
Parkersburg
W. Va
Helen Taylor
F. C. Taylor
Boice
Middleport
F. W. Wilcox
Dorothy Chase
Margretta Hughes
F. A. Miller and
Cecil Bolin
Lawrence Carpenter
Elza Carpenter
Lillie Bell Price
Carpenter
Race Hill
Charleston
Buryl White
Flying squad to probe traffic crashes in Cleveland
Cleveland authorities announce a flying squad to study auto crashes hit and run accidents and manslaughter cases. The three technicians come from the manslaughter squad to conduct scientific inquiries on traffic safety. Poisonous snakes are immune to the venom of one another.
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Cleveland
Anniversaries Mark Weddin Lottridge Celebration
Mr and Mrs L H Allen celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on June 26 with a picnic for 70 friends. Hymns with Lenna Sharp on accordion and a wedding march. Also noted is Mr and Mrs John celebrating their 23rd anniversary with many attendees from the Allen family and friends including Gaston Archer Sharp Willet Burnside and Townse ends among others. Relatives from Good Hope West Virginia attend.
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Charles Ackley
R. L. Sharp
Lenna
Harry Willet
Carrie Willet
Mary
Elma Willet
Okey Westfall
Fred Warener
W. V. Harter
Carrie Gainer
Good Hope
W. Va
R. C. McDonald
Earl McDonald
Laura Greyswolds
May Burnside
Carroll Burnside
Auh Burnside
B. O. Burnside
Can W. Va
L. A. Townseend
Beulah
Parkersburg
Guy Rodehaver
Doris Gene
Guysville
R. M. Allen
Eleanor
Otis Wade
Mary Alice
Ly H. Allen
Vern Bernard
Helen Rodehaver
Maurice Ackley
Audra Church
Allen
Salem Home Coming Is Set for Sunday July 31
Salem M E Church hosts its annual Home Coming on July 31 with Rev. Beryl Burr delivering the 11 a m service. The Plain s residents Betty Hill and many others are noted among visiting relatives and local gatherings.
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Salem
Salem M. E. Church
Beryl Burr
Suneday
Betty Hill
the Plains
J. S. Bransdenburg
Bernice
Helen Burt
London
Wilford McDonald
Carbondale
Howard McDonald
Edith Pollard
Athens
Pollard
Esta Brandenburg
Ray
Dorothy
Dona Jean Graham
Naomi Richardson
Pauline Barnhart
Robert Tracey
George McDonald
Gene
Blanch Prindle
Flora Rose
Clara Haworth
Nelsonville
Louise Neal
Helen Grace
Norma Phillips
Louella Lafollett
Charles McCoy
Luhrig
Frank Huseman
Dorotha Graham
Columbus
Plains High School
F.H.A
Thelma Lohse
Don Jayjonn
Woodrow Wilson
Arvilla Phillips
Henry Wilson
Young People
Epworth League
Rev
Burr
Evelyn Potter
Sheltering Arms Hospital
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John L. Lewis
Hillman
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Harmon Foundation
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NRA
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Germany
Kennedy
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Albany
Lissen
Sonny
Frank McVay
Virginia Reed
Terra Alta
Edward C. Schloss
Ruth Millett
Jerseyville
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DR. Morris Fishbein
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Mark Weddin
Lottridge
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