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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1921

Page

4

Olive Branch or Sword The Pact for Disarmament

In a column framing President Harding's possible act on a Senate unanimous resolution, the piece argues for inviting Britain and Japan to a disarmament conference. It insists the move risks no policy, awaits conference recommendations, and signals U S leadership toward peace while ready to defend security if provoked.

Harding Senate Great Britain Japan United States Congress America

Hungry Russians Rise in Food Crises and Hopeful Uprising

The piece portrays a starving Russian population waiting for change as Bolshevism faces rising internal dissent. It argues hunger fuels patience and desire for food and freedom, suggesting a broad, growing mobilization despite uncertain outcomes.

Russia Ping

After Dinner Stories and a Bishop's Banter

A fragment from a late night tale session features a bishop praised as a good sportsman who quizzes a theological student on St Peter’s housemates and a scrappy youth shaped by harsh circumstances. The exchange touches on a prominent architect and a fool-proof heating plant claim.

St. Peter Mr. Newrich

Sailors and Mate Exchange On Life's Seas

A quoted exchange between a speaker and a maiden reveals a flirtatious test of dominance. The maiden replies that the speaker could be a satisfactory mate only if he understands who is in command, framing a playful power dynamic.

Spur Of The Moment Snippet On Modern Woes And Hogs

A humorous column notes pork prices dropping one twenty per hundred pounds in a week and jokes about a woman using a telephone after eighty years. It cites efficiency experts blaming imbalances between producer and consumer, weather, politics, and notes state appropriations cuts and a farmer's wife income statistic.

Central American Union Seek US Aid, Guatemalan Mission Says

A Guatemalan mission led by Dr. Luis P. Aguirre travels to Washington to press for U S support for a union of Guatemala Costa Rica El Salvador and Nicaragua The group also engages with Nicaragua’s minister to discuss easing opposition to a regional union and includes officials Gen Rene and others in the delegation.

Mission U.S Washington United States Guatemala de Costa Rica Salvador Niagua Theission Luis P. Aguirre Resten Aguirre Marine Zepeda Nicarauguan Toan Ton Nicaragua Renee G. Molina Luis P. i Mariano Zeuna i Cen Silva Pena

Question and Answer Service Clarifies Advice Boundaries

A fragmented OCR fragment references a Q and A service linked to Frederic J. Haski or Haski’s address in Washington DC. It states the service cannot give financial advice or arrange investments. It mentions not to undertake research beyond stated aims and to enclose a self addressed return envelope.

Frederic J. Haski Ashington D. C

Camera flash captures interior portrait of Davis

A Brooklyn Eagle report notes a cameraman took an interior photograph of Davis, accompanied by a flash of light during the moment. The brief item emphasizes the intimate nature of the image captured.

Davis Brooklyn Eagle

Doodle Bug Fights and Cannibal Habits Revealed

Frederic J. Haskin notes a peculiar doodle bug as a social actor in Maryland. He describes its sand cone trap, backward walking, and jawlike mandibles that strip prey, while detailing duel tactics and odd communication observed during sessions.

Sines Anrea Madison Square Garden

The Truth Of Advertising In Everyday Newspapers

This piece explains advertising value and methods, noting advertisers seek measurable results and test ads in communities before scale. It highlights reliability, censoring by newspapers, the watchdog role of the Associated Advertising Clubs, and the need to read ads to avoid missing facts and save money.

Associated Advertising Clubs World

Lincoln's Living Grandchild and Other Puzzling Qs

A Q and A page answers readers on Abraham Lincoln's living grandchildren through Robert Todd Lincoln and his wife Mrs Frank Edward Johnson. It confirms Calvary's location outside Jerusalem and notes Czar Nicholas II abdicated before US entry into WWI. It discusses anti aircraft gun reach, few planes downed, and debunks Edison Star as Venus true.

Abraham Lincoln Robert Todd Lincoln Frank Edward Johnson Beckwith Q. J Christ Calvary Damascus Gate Jerusalem A. Nicholas II Russia United States Air Service The War Department Tennyson D’ Arthur John Law Edinburgh Venice Mississippi Law Edison Naval Observatory Venus

Watch Dog. . .He.T. A Very Intoxicated Man In Town

A drunken man stumbled along a city street at night and reached a fish market. He knocked on the door and shouted up to the proprietor above, asking indignantly for a bite.

It Never Ends The Wrinkle Fret Loop

A short quip notes the futility of fretting over troubles as they multiply, likening worry to an endless chain. The line evokes a reflective mood on anxiety and mental fatigue with a concise, local newspaper voice.

Louisville-Courier Journal

Bardin Brothers plants in East End district at work

The East End district shows Bardin Brothers plants active as they produce various materials. The Hewitt and Boden woodworking plant in the countryside operates today with notable output and activity.

East End Bardin Brothers Hewitt and Boden Woodworking

Ohio State Ball Team Primed For Strong Spring

The article notes Ohio University's baseball prospects as one of the strongest in the state. Last year's players return, with Finsterwald and Grover leading a talented group ready for practice, weather permitting.

Mit Ohio University Finsterwald Grover Ohio Eld

Weather clears as the ukulele wave hits town

After stormy days, residents notice a new trend as ukuleles appear among locals while birds and sunshine return. The piece hints at a rising novelty without naming individuals or exact locations.

Rush Jones Quips About President Wilson’s Health

The speaker notes President Wilson’s poor physical condition, joking that excessive talking may have caused it. He quips he might face the same fate someday, reflecting a lighthearted take on a serious matter.

Rush Jones Wilson

Village statesmen gather around Carpenter Hardware in Athens

A large delegation of village statesmen gathered around the Carpenter Hardware Company store in Athens yesterday as the Watch Dog arrived. They discussed the flood of 1913 with many tall tales and exaggerations, noting a man who boasted of cutting his knife with his whetting stone.

Athens Carpenter Hardware Company

The Court House Corner Watcher Notes Town Gossip

A local observer stationed at the Court House Corner year round notes that while girls may wear hair over their ears, they still miss little of town gossip and keep tabs on community happenings.

Citywide Parking Rule Doubts Prompt Nighttime Checks

Citizens question limited enforcement as Court Street cars may park without lights while other areas require lights after dark. Police patrols could lead to many fines for unlit vehicles during late-night rounds.

Court Street

City officials grilled over salary overpayments

Several councilmen and city officials facing minor findings explain the overpayment arose from a miscalculation of the 30 day effect of salary ordinances. They drew funds thinking it was legal and will repay the excess immediately to avoid any entitlement beyond what they deserve.

Chas. Schwab

Local Church Events and Community Notices

Rutland preacher Ashton to greet Bradford and Rutland congregations. E Dow Bancroft of Columbus speaks at M E church Thursday. Church of Christ ladies plan chicken supper at Hart Hotel March 17 4 30 pm. Robert Parker Miles to present fourth Lyceum March 14. Ed Kennedy on coal business in Hazard Kentucky. Commissioner Lasher in Columbus for better roads. Miss Evelyn Wright visiting Miss Dorothea Parmele. Calendar meeting at Baptist church next Thursday. Green themes and Irish wit at event. Webb D Brown 38 died in Middleport from Brights disease. funeral at Langsville. A H Evlin buys Rawling Brothers undertaking building.

Rev. Ashton Bradford Rutland E. Dow Bancroft Columbus M. E Church of Christ Hart Hotel Robert Parker Miles Auditorium Ed Kennedy Hazard C. E. Lasher Evelyn Wright Dorothea Parmele The Baptist Church Green Webb D. Brown Middleport Bright Langsville A. H. Evlin Rawling ‘Brothers

Sunday School Lesson Centered on The Lord's Supper

The Sunday lesson for March 13 covers The Lord's Supper from Matthew 26:20 30 with the golden text about proclaiming the Lord's death. The Christian Endeavor topic asks What Is Real Religion referencing James 1:19 27 and John 17:3.

What Does the Bible Teach About Hell and Future Punishment

First Christian Church announces religious services led by E. D. Murch with sermons on hell and future punishment. The schedule lists Bible school at 9, morning worship at 10 15, evening service at 7, and various youth and adult activities including Teacher's Training and Mid week prayer. College students are urged to attend and a cordial welcome is extended to all.

First Christian Church E. D. Murch Bible School J. H. Burt Hell

Service At Good Shepherd Corner In Camp Sherman

Sunday evening service at 7 00 led by Capt Haywood L Winter chaplain of the 19th infantry Camp Sherman will conduct the service A cordial welcome extended to all attendees and camp residents

Good Shepherd Corner State Carpenter Street Haywood L. Winter 19Th Infantry Camp Sherman

Salvation Army Meetings and Relief Drive Updates

Captain and Mrs DeVol lead meetings in City Building and court house venues with open air services at 6 30 pm and 2 pm Saturday. Sunday school at 9 30 am and evening service at 7. Five conversions last week seven recruits joined the soldiers. One ton of coal donated. need food items for relief. Call Captain H E B DeVol or leave at Van Vorhes street.

Salvation Army DeVol Mayor’s Court Court House Athens Ice & Storage Company H. EB. DeVol van Vorhes

Calvary Baptist Church Week Schedule

Calvary Baptist Church outlines Sunday activities with Sunday school at 9 15 A M morning devotional at 10 15 A M junior league at 1 30 P M and preaching at 7 00 P M Thursday prayer meeting at 7 00 P M notes last week 61 in prayer and 75 this week Group 2 or St Mark group will lead the service.

Calvary Baptist Church St. Mark

Christian Science Sunday Service and Schedule

The notice lists a Sunday service at 10 45 A M at the Masonic Temple with the subject Substance and a golden text from Proverbs 83 9. It notes Sunday school at 9 30 A M and a Wednesday meeting at 7 00 P M with a cordial invitation.

Christian Science Society Masonic Temple

First Baptist Church Music Hall Service Notice

Morning worship at 10 15 A M led by Pastor O A Homer C Smith invites all to a gospel message and warm welcome at the First Baptist Church Music Hall.

First Baptist Church O. A. Homer C. Smith

Sunday Services at First Methodist Led by Pastor Strecker

First Methodist Church advertises Sunday school at 9 A M and morning worship at 10 30 A M with celebration of the Lord's Supper and a meditation titled The Last Pleading of.

First Methodist Church C. Lloyd Strecker

Church notices announce service and meeting times

A church circular lists an evening service at 7 o clock with a sermon on maturity. It notes Mrs Mary Gg Oss as leader and a Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 o'clock with a welcome.

Bofonal Me Ng

Greatest revival led by Interna Holiness Church of Athens

The Interna Holiness Church of Athens under Pastor L. R. Roberts reports its greatest revival since organization with Rev. Fugett preaching. Services tonight at 7:00 and three services on Sabbath at 10:00 am 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm, continuing next week. All are invited to attend.

Holiness Church L. R. Roberts Interna Holiness Church of Athens Fugett

Church of God Hocking Street Services this Sunday

Sunday school at 9:00 A M morning service at 10:00 A M sermon topic Temptations of a Christian. Evening service at 7:00 P M sermon Faith in Action. Song and prayer meeting will be led in dialogue All welcome.

Church OF God Hocking Street

Central Ave Church Schedule Highlights Pastor Browning

Dallas Central Ave M E Church lists a 9:00 Sunday school opening led by the Primary Department, 10:00 Junior church, 10:20 public worship on The World's Deception, 2:00 Junior League, 6:00 Epworth League, 7:00 Evening service with the sermon Every Man a King, and a mid-week prayer session led by the pastor.

Central Ave. M. E Dallas L. Browning

Local Family And Community Notes From Clark's Mills

Clark's Mills Irvin Green visited Chas Day and family on Sunday. Mrs Clark slowly improves after illness. Marcus Clark visits Lewis Welling and family. Most area farms leased for oil and gas with hopes of coal off Johnnies. Preaching at Lawrence Chapel next Sunday at 3 30 PM. Several families near Lottridge plan April 1 moves. Shirley sells west farm to Jenkins, possession April 1. Shirley to move to Athens. Wolfe saws wood for William Ashcraft Friday. School board adjourns due to lack of quorum. Rev Cole to preach at Lottridge VU church next Sunday at 10 AM.

Irvin Green Chas Clark Marcus Clark Lewis Welling Lawrence Chapel Lottridge Shirley Jenkins Athens Wolfe William Ashcraft Board of Education Rev. Cole Lottridge VU. B

Wellesley Girls Favor Hash and Prunes at College

In Wellesley Massachusetts on March 12 hash and prunes are popular with the college dining hall girls. Mrs. Charlotte S Whiter who supplies the meals says the girls would choose hash over fancy salads any day. She notes the students are especially fond of hash.

Wellesley Mass Wellesley College Charlotte S. Whiter

Heavy cost of neglect tolls livestock losses

Dis ease, largely due to neglect, takes a direct annual toll of 200 million dollars in livestock. Indirect costs may be higher. Damp, poorly ventilated stables are a chief cause, contributing to tuberculosis.

Washington Mar

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