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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1921

Page

4

Florence Allen Critiques Bail System Across Court

Florence Allen of Cleveland, the first American female judge, denounces bail practices she calls undemocratic and lenient for the wealthy. She cites a robbery case where the alleged victim remained jailed while a witness was released on bond, arguing bonds should be deposits to ensure presence at trial and that bail laxity fuels crime.

Honor Florence B. Allen Cleveland America Allen Crisos

Big Building Boom Looms In Postwar Era

A recent estimate highlights USA shortages including 1.5 million houses 0.5 million factories and 5 000 schools before World War I levels. The piece notes the looming spring building move and critiques lingering postwar planning gaps. It also comments on income figures 1919 taxes horses and a Cal Coolidge quote about Providence ambassadors.

United States Ehnis Mat

Comic Exchanges Reveal Quirky Household Tales

In a string of quips, Mrs Gaybuck taunts about hiring, home brew, and life insurance. Snaggs jokes about value after death while a teacher probes a pupil with astronomy, ladders to the moon, and a world that is crooked rather than round or square.

Snaggs Athens Sugar Creek

Cactus Joe Defends Sheriff Over Poker Game Enforcement

In Crimson Gulch a discussion arises about the sheriff spending time at the card table. Cactus Joe argues that most unruly elements gather there and public sentiment supports enforcing the poker game rules.

Cactus Joe Crimson Gulch

Debate on Movie Censorship Spurs Constitutional Debate

A packed meeting weighs whether local film censorship is lawful under freedom of expression. Proponents urge probation rules to curb indecency while opponents warn against state control over art, fearing a slippery slope to broader moral regulation.

Oy Prederic J. Haskin Rere

Advertised Goods Drive Economy and Jobs

The piece argues inflation left a lasting impact on households and wages, urging buying advertised goods to save money and support workers. It cites lower unit costs from larger sales, the reliability of known brands, and the social benefit of keeping employment while urging readers to avoid speculation.

Three more presented and signed at lodge event

On March 11 a gathering will include up to twelve members completing the signings. Mrs Ed Conkle hosted the D M C Club gathering Thursday evening.

Ed Conkle

Mrs Acker Welcomed by Friend in Wheeling Scene

Mrs. John Acker of Wheeling West Virginia is the welcomed guest of her friend, pre. Frank Brown on Main Street in a social gathering that highlights local neighborhood hospitality.

John Acker Wheeling, W. Va Pre Frank Brown Main Stree

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