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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1936

Page

4

Supreme Court Decisions and Ultra Modern Legislation Debate

The piece argues the TVA ruling is only a partial crack in broader questions about government overreach. It notes Guffey Coal Act and government competition with private business as examples of sweeping laws facing court challenges and calls for legality checks before enactment.

Supreme Court TVA Congress Washington

Just a Trifle Late Los Angeles Weather and the Drifter

The piece notes Los Angeles attracts winter transients drawn by sun and cheap living, but warns locals face strain from jobless arrivals. It contrasts Eastern hardship with California prosperity and hints at social tensions as the city bears the burden of out-of-work visitors.

Los Angeles Townsend California Ohio

Women Benefit From Higher Education Says Dean

Dean Virginia Gilder sleeve of Barnard College asserts that over 50 years women have gained educational opportunities and used them to improve the American home. She argues marriage and homemaking gain significance with education and predicts better citizenship tomorrow. Education for women should mirror that for men.

Virginia Gildersleeve Barnard College

Character and Personality for Teachers Proposed by Educator

Dr George J Ryan of New York argues teaching candidates should be rated on character and personality rather than book knowledge. He says a genuine teacher passes on life outlook and adaptability to students, though books still provide valuable background. A balanced mix is ideal.

New York George J. Ryan

Seattle beauticians weigh in on eyebrow trends for men

The article notes beauticians in Seattle claim men will influence eyebrow grooming, countering the belief that arched brows are new. It suggests the look already circulates under humor as mustaches, and reflects a light cultural shift in style discussions.

Seattle

Behind The News on Roosevelt Tax Clash and Farm Bill

Washington report says private talks with President Roosevelt left differing impressions among congressional leaders about tax plans. Stories focus on 500 million in farm taxes and recapturing processing taxes, with hints of a 120 million bonus tax.

Paul Mahon Washington Roosevelt Congressional White House Congress

Premier Okada Returns from the Dead in Tokyo

The passage claims the state department predicts little about Japan and that Tokyo’s Premier Okada has reemerged. It argues Japan hides state secrets and that foreign news from Japan is often crafted for diplomacy, implying limited reliable insight from officials.

State Department Okada Tokyo Japan

Internal Japanese Struggle Shapes Asia Ambitions

The article describes a united yet divergent Japanese leadership on seizing Asia. Diplomats favor peaceful influence by courting Chinese leaders, moderates push cautious force, and radicals urge rapid action. A central belief ties urgency to impending conflict with Russia aiding Chinese resistance.

Japan Asia Russia

Hagood Affair Reveals Hidden Office Conflicts and Friendships

The report shows Chief of Staff Craig defended General Hagood for nine days over the WPA Stage Money quip before deeming it unacceptable on Feb. 19. He and Hagood have 20 years of friendship, with Craig lamenting the barb as “like spanking a child you love.” insiders say a high WPA official pushed for punishment, not Roosevelt or Dern, though such details may not surface in hearings.

Craig Hagood Washington Evening Star War Department Mr. Roosevelt Dern WPA Harry Hopkins

Astronomers Say Distant Objects Move Away From Earth

Scientists report distant celestial bodies appear to recede from Earth, suggesting the universe is expanding and that objects in space are moving away at great speeds.

Life expectancy rising with health and luck

Physicians note longer lifespans for those with strong hearts and good fortune. The piece mentions daily routines and a hopeful view of Olympic slalom prospects, hinting at favorable odds for perseverance and fitness.

Ethiopian War Zone Mercy Work Noted By Adventist Missionaries

Letter from war zone in Ethiopia details Seventh day Adventist medical mission efforts amid bombing. Emperor Haile Selassie aided wounded at Dessye hospital. nurses including Petra Hovig suffered injuries. Journalists donated funds and supplies. Dr. Bergman and Miss Bergman led the Addis Ababa hospital. Bergman’s associate Miss Bergman died aiding the project.

Ethiopia Mercy Seventhday Adventist M. J. Sorenson Ethiopian Union Mission Dessye Petra Hovig Haile Selassie Addis Ababa Zauditu Memorial Sanitarium Prince Makonnen Nicola and Stadin Catholic Mission Seventh Day Advential Medical Missionaries Sorenson Dearye Hovig Wells G. C. Bergman E. Bergman Aiater California Memorial

District Tales of Long Ago in Gallia County

Edna Ervin surveys Gallia County place names and legends from Dirty Face to Mud sock and Shades of Death. The piece notes streams roads and towns named for animals or people, plus a closing tribute to Mary H. Leach of Coolville.

Gallia County Gallia Greenfield Township Bulaville Little Kyger Possum Hollow Africa Cheshire Township Poplar Ridge Walnut Township Harrison Township Lawrence County Crown City Addison Township Squinchville Bidwell Glenn Summitt Punkin Town Nebo Guyan Township Up Creek Morgan Township Witness Alice Cora Angel Edna Stringtown Patriot Cadmus Gallipolis Thurman Lecta Turkey Run Old Kyger Horse Road Upper Waugh Clay Township Bear Run Deer Creek Raccoon Huntington Oil Hollow Addison Sand Fork Creek Walnut Flagsprings Bald Knob Springfield Morgan Knox Hollow Vinton Knox Perry Township Blessing Road Green Township Jericho Road

Cruise 10 Nowhere Begins on a Dreamy Ocean Voyage

Jane Weston, a typist for a travel magazine, sails for three weeks after receiving a cruise ticket in place of back pay. On board she meets Dirk Strom and Snow Shoes the detective who learns actress Nora Lane is aboard with the Kokinor diamond. A murder occurs and Snow Shoes investigates as passengers enjoy Nassau shore leave.

Jane Weston Jane Dirk Strom Lake Placid Dirk Snowshoes Nora Lane Miss Lane Kokinor Madame Doremus Dutch Lenz Mannie Jackson Tino Rossi Ken Martin Linda Bayes Nassau

Night on the Pier Shadowed by a Murder Scene

Dirk witnesses a murder scene aboard a ship at midnight and, after watching parties on shore, encounters Jane wrapped in longing and temptation. He recalls missing Nora Lane and contemplates confronting the actress as he heads toward Jane on the promenade deck.

Dirk Jane Tino Rossi Nora Lane

Spring Verses From Messenger Readers

Poets Corner features readers contributions bearing names and addresses. Mrs. Millard Romine of Rutland Ohio shares a spring themed poem describing the season, birds, flowers, and warm days as the frogs sing and nature revives.

Gied Millard Romine Rutland Ohio

Florence Russell Smith Named Pomeroy Postmistress

Florence Russell Smith was named postmistress of Pomeroy succeeding Postmaster Ward Hart ley, a Spanish War veteran. The article also notes social events including a Presbyterian Church birthday box party at the home of the Misses Mary and Susan Parks in Middleport with Mr and Mrs Delbert Jones hosting a ’500’ party. Sigma Alpha Iota presented a Sunday concert directed by Prof C C Robinson with participants Clarice McKibben Irene Witham Dorothy Minister Lois Cecil Verda Gilfilen Christine Brown Alice Holman Julia Stanley.

Florence Russell Smith Pomeroy Ward Hartley Women's Bible Class The Presbyterian Church Misses Mary and Susan Parks Middleport Sigma Alpha Iota National Musical Sorority Prof C. C. Robinson Clarice McKibben Irene Witham Dorothy Minister Lois Cecil Verda Gilfilen Christine Brown Alice Holman Julia Stanley

Health Hints And Diet For Betics

Guidance on diabetes diet balancing essential nutrients with sugar control. It discusses weakened digestion, insulin roles, calorie needs, weight targets, and physician led diet planning to avoid hunger while managing intake. Emphasizes gradual food tolerance and tailored supplementation to support digestion and energy.

Nervousness and fatigue linked to thyroid and blood sugar

A patient shows moodiness and fatigue with muscle cramps. The text notes thyroid function changes and blood sugar shifts may cause nervousness, fatigue, and weakness, with calcium and phosphorus levels often normal. diagnosis requires thorough exam and metabolic testing.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Uncle Sam the Public Forum the Messenger Edna Ervin Mary H. Leach Coolville George Clark Mack Oy Deck Marya Tino Tina Lane Poets’ Corner Messenger Mrs Delbert Jones New Marshfield Nelsonville Frank Poston C. C. Sharp Harry Edington Ed Dean Ethel Cabeen Dayton Rike-Kumler Company Walter Rogers Arpee Athens Davis Chappelear O. G. Jordan Pythian Sisters Huldah Christian Church Augusta Morse Sophia Boelzner EB. C. Woodworth N. K. Alderman Ellen Boetzner Ella Cameron Lena Cornell Augusta Duffee Addie Davis Addison Edgar Henrietta Fuller Vinna Johnson Mary Morrison Kale Robinson BE. Starr Joseph Wilkes
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