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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1922
Page
4
The author argues that lawfulness and parental restraint rose with Prohibition, noting many homes shifted to non alcoholic remedies and that thousands of Americans, including law abiding families, support the era. The piece urges readers to consider those who live by the law and cherish child safety over repeal.
Judge Blank recalls a barber trying to upsell lotion after a shave. The barber asserts the product is expensive, and the judge quips that if the barber earns twenty cents per shave, he cannot afford it even when he shaves himself for nothing, leaving the barber speechless.
In a lighthearted note the Spur of the Moment column jokes about King George granting the Garter to Las Celles, the new son-in-law, as stories about Mme Mordkin’s hunger rescue circulate, while dancers move about and fortunes turn with small headlines.
Marine Corps adopts credit equal to battle credit for peace time rescues at Knickerbocker Theater. Policy aims to reward hazardous humanitarian work and reduce costs while expanding peacetime utility through emergency aid, mail guarding, and infrastructure projects.
A long column of rambling notes captures Athens residents daily life in a humorous voice. The piece blends local sights from the Amesville road to Jacksonville road with casual anecdotes about jobs, cars, and townsfolk names. It closes with Q and A items from the Watch Dog booklet order and common curiosities.
A reader argues that paying three additional officers at three hundred dollars a month could, over four years, finance a program to asphalt Court street, criticizing the wisdom of hiring more police for such work.
Readers can submit questions to The Athens Messenger Information Bureau in Washington D C for a fee. The service offers general information legal medical and financial guidance with replies mailed directly to the inquirer.
The Swiss army’s mobilization and upkeep during the world war consumed 1.2 billion francs. Strong state effort supported by military and government measures, reflecting a substantial national expenditure tied to defense.
McArthur notes J. S. Hunter was summoned to Valley Crossing for his brother in law BE Winters illness. Mrs. John Cozad recovers from an operation and undergoes radium treatments with Dr. Hamilton and Dr. Murphy. Mrs. William Carson shows signs of improvement after illness. T A Gibbs remains seriously ill at home. Samuel F. Beckley elected to fill a children's home board vacancy after William B. Lyons death. C A Blackstone reappointed for four year term.
George Salts aged about 76 died Wednesday at noon from hardening of the arteries. He was an influential farmer and citizen living with his daughter Ida Lantz. Survived by sons Charles Salts of McArthur and Ed Salts of Columbus and daughters Ida Lantz and Ella Beckley, both of McArthur. Funeral Friday at 2 PM at his home. Burial in Elk Cemetery.
A transfer of ownership or interest is recorded between Mary Lowry and Asa A Blake for outlet 11 in McArthur with a consideration of 125 dollars.
Blanche Ellis of Knox township files divorce suit against George Ellis on grounds of extreme cruelty and neglect.
The Messenger Watch Dog makes its first visit to McArthur provoking curiosity about the animal. Patrons may call the McArthur correspondent to arrange a viewing or learn more.
Harold Schjeldrup, 26, has been named professor of philosophy at the University of Christiania, touted as the youngest philosopher in the world. The announcement highlights his rapid rise and notable scholarly reputation.
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