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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1940

Page

4

PACL POUR SOO The Athens Messenger notice page

The Athens Messenger lists staff including Frederick W. Bush publisher and Gordon K. Bush publisher and general manager with Charles H. Herris as managing editor. The paper is a member of the United Press and offers advertising with rates on application. Subscriptions are listed by carrier and mail with regional rates and periods.

Frederick W. Bush Athens Herald Printing CO Gordon K. Bush Charles H. Herris Gallia Hocking Me’ Heaton Washin

Census Quiz Looms as April 2 Taxing Questions Arrive

A Washington columnist warns that a census survey will probe private life with 37 basic questions plus 19 more for a subset, covering marriage, home value, rent, and finances. Household respondents face scrutiny on income deductions, homemaker roles, and daily routines, starting early April.

Washington John Uncle Sam Citizen

68 Years of Tax Paying Faith in a Denver Home

Horace G. Smith, 75, paid $21.50 in Denver taxes marking his 68th year of tax payments on the same house. Built in 1873 after replacing a log cabin, the property once valued at 3,000 now stands at about 520, with the Smiths having paid roughly 2,000 in taxes. The story extols home values and civic responsibility.

Horace G. Smith Denver Colo Mr. Smith Smith

Poor Building Costs and Deaths From Fires

The cold winter raises fire risk as defective chimneys and faulty heating systems in cheaply built homes cause deadly fires. Insurance groups note heavy heating loads reveal danger spots, making repairs minor compared to losses.

Minneapolis taxi rule aims at late night goodnights

The police committee of Minneapolis urged one hour of parking between 2 and 6 am to allow couples time to say goodnight. The measure would give official sanction to a practice many youths desire though critics doubt its impact.

Minneapolis

Slippery Deals in European Oil Situation

A brief quote notes ongoing slippery oil dealings in Europe and emphasizes doing good as a higher aim, attributed to Rowland Hill.

Dewey Farm Plan Compared to Roosevelt Woes

Raymond Clapper notes that Thomas E. Dewey argues for full recovery and export expansion to solve farm surpluses, urging fair parity, crop loans, soil conservation, submarginal land use, marketing agreements, and expanded farm co operatives while criticizing current policy limits. He sees Dewey as more realistic and willing to accept gradual reforms.

Washington Thomas E. Dewey New York Lincoln Neb Roosevelt Dewey Mr. Dewey

Story of Democracy By Henrik Van Loon

The essay traces democracy origins from prehistoric tribes to organized political life noting early human cooperation for safety and survival. It contrasts small hunter groups with larger tribal units and cites distant Pacific islander and Australian aboriginal examples to illustrate collective action as the seed of governance. California telephone operators now answer such questions as what show is delaying.

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Messenger Bureau Q and A feature answers common queries

The Messenger publishes an information service Q and A page from its Bureau at 1013 18th Street Washington DC. It answers questions on holidays payrolls Capitol statue Alaska reindeer hides Virginia nicknames and state income taxes with concise responses. Easter falls on March 24 this year and 33 states plus DC levy an income tax.

The Messenger 18Th Street Washington, D. CC Messenger Bureau Federal Executive Civil Service U. S. Capitol Alaska States District of Columbia

Benzene Poisoning Dangers From Industrial Exposure

Health notes warn that benzene used in paints, cleaners, fuels, and chemical manufacture is highly poisonous. A 20 year study of 6,000 workers links exposure to dizziness, foul taste, skin and kidney issues, and blood disorders including anemia and impaired coagulation. Ventilation and regular medical exams every 30 to 90 days are urged to prevent poisoning.

Finland’s Struggle Against Russian Rule Cited by Portland Letter

Charles R. Larson of Portland writes that Russia has repeatedly sought to Russianize Finland, which endured centuries of oppression before gaining liberty in 1917. He warns Finland risks renewed oppression if Russia wins World War II, praising Finnish independence and culture.

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Poet's Corner Verse About The Master Jewels

A religious verse titled Poet's Corner notes believers as jewels for the Master. The piece compares radiant believers to stars dew pearls and diamonds as it proclaims His coming and gathering His jewels led by Leda Sams.

Leda Sams

Party Night Drama with Ann and Clara in City

Orphan Ann Brown avoids a crowd while Steve Claybourne tempts fate with a late night drive. A police stop reveals driving while intoxicated. Clara Brooks recalls the party as Ann and Steve escape trouble and the two girls face morning consequences at the store and home.

Ann Brown Paul Hayden Steve Claybourne Clara Brooks Irene Temple Steve Ann Clara Claybourne Florabelle Jake Nation Hayden Paul Miss Brooks

McArthur Social Notes Highlight Local Church, Club Visits

Social notes from McArthur reveal Rev C C Dutton preaching at Hamden M E Church with 40 Junior Choir members attending. Local residents host bridge gatherings and visit kin. personnel changes include Isaac Lantz Jr leaving C M Reese Garage to run Gulf Service Station with Gordon Lambert. Alaska and U S hunting licenses expenditure cited at 10 million dollars.

C. M. Reese E. Main St Gordon Lamebert G. C. Frye Columbus P. O. Frye John D., Gill Presbyterian Missionary Society Duane Rosser Ohio Northern University Ada J. E. Rosser Frances Coultrap Charles Palmer Dayton Geraldine Wrightsel Robert Rannells Gallipolis

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