Miner wage disputes and local criminal case in Ohio
The article recalls 1920 wage conflict in Southern Ohio with operators and miners in Columbus and Cleveland and notes the interstate wage scale dispute. It mentions Rife being jailed in Athens County on liquor apparatus charges and relief efforts for his family as county relief agencies aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
United Mine Workers
Ohio
Columbus
Athens County
Helwig
Mariner
Ireland in turmoil and peace prospects fade in unrest
Dissensions flare in Ulster and republic factions clash in Limerick amid Provisional Government strains. The piece argues De Valera's stance risks a counter revolution, urging peace and lawful order for Ireland's reconstruction and future welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Ulster
South Ireland
Island
Limerick
de Valera
Sinn Fein
Dublin
Treland
Proposals for Home Rule Stir in English Ranks
One of these times the English people will start a movement for home rule. Some of them are growing tired of being governed by the Welsh and Scottish.
Voliva Claims Dome Sky Piece Amid Debate
A playful remark notes Voliva asserting a solid sky dome while acknowledging uncertainty about the sky itself. The line highlights Voliva's bold claim versus common sense with a wink at the controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Voliva
Henry Ford Aims for a Million Tractors This Year
Henry Ford forecasts production of a million tractors in the current year. The ambitious goal signals strong demand and Ford's push to expand the company’s agricultural machinery footprint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ford
Henry Ust
The Great American Problem in Congress Apportionment Style
The passage notes the central issue of tailoring congressional apportionment to fit the established style. It reflects focus on procedure and the way lawmakers structure representation in the body. The tone hints at ongoing debate over allocation and norms.
Bradstreet Man Challenges Banks Over Debt Statement
A Bradstreet man confronted by a Smith Center inquirer said he owed nothing at banks, snapping “No, dammit, they won't let me!” in a fiery exchange reported by the Pioneer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradstreet
Smith Center
Pioneer
the Inquirer
Es Rouen A Grantee Spur Of The Moment Talk
A collage of quips on phonographs dueling with period talk and local gaffes. The item mocks school lessons, weather woes, and bright ads while noting odd statements from various locales and a church choir incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rouen
The Profits of Panhandling
Washington dispatch examines street panhandling by crippled peddlers who sell pencils and gum in downtown lanes. Courts have varied, with some recognizing income as lawful commerce and others seeking bans, while many frauds pose as veterans to solicit funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederic J. Haskin
Washington
Db. C
Hardison
Ely
Brown
United States Army
War Risk Insurance Bureau
Penel
Ballyhoos
United States
France
Cuba
Floral Day at Glouster Sparks Rural Church Spirit
W H Stahl, a Glouster railroad worker and superintendent of the Church of Christ School, wins praise for organizing Floral Day worship and a high attendance Bible school. In nearby Athens and Nelsonville, Christian churches report larger male attendance than Methodists, as locals celebrate active service and town progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Stahl
Stahl
McArthur
Glouster
Church of Christ School
Athens
Hocking Valley
Arthur Vercoe
Arthur
Higley Bible Class
Guy Fierce
A. Wasler
Fred Cornwell
Fred Kittle
Gloster
Pravor
Zion
Christian Church
M. B. Church of
Nelsonville
The
Nelsonville Correspondent Praises Proof Reader Feedback
The Nelsonville correspondent thanks the proof reader for thoughtful remarks, noting appreciation from the writer and the force for her diligent work and understanding of their trials. Bartlett also extends thanks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelsonville
Bartlett
Thoughtful Town Life Advice Rhyme
A reflective verse urges choosing a familiar town over long journeys. It emphasizes that what you seek is often found where you remain and keeps possessions simple rather than chasing distant horizons. The tone echoes quiet, homespun wisdom.
Have you tried a want ad Dont give up
A brief encouragement note suggests using a want ad to find opportunities and stay motivated despite challenges. The tone is upbeat and practical, urging persistence and resourcefulness for readers seeking results.
Girl Scouts Joke Safe With Honest Scouts
A playful speaker notes a humorous claim about the Girl Scouts but refrains, praising their honesty and integrity while keeping the joke unrevealed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Girl Scouts
Questions and Answers Service Notice
Reader inquiry instruction from The Athens Messenger details sending questions to the Information Bureau in Washington D C with address, director, and stamp requirements. It states the bureau provides information only and cannot give legal medical or financial advice and will not settle domestic troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens Messenger Information Bureau
Frederic J. Heskin
Washington, D.C
The
Inquirer
Is Australia an island or a continent
The questions explain Australia is both an island and a continent due to its large size and status among continents. It notes Leland Stanford Junior University was named as a memorial to Leland Stanford Junior, who died in 1884, by Leland Stanford and his wife Jane Lathrop. It describes a house flag as the emblem of the vessel’s owning company or trade mark.
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Australia
Leland Stanford Junior University
E. Oo
Leland Stanford
Jane Lathrop
Leland Stanford Junior
Families Visit Athens in Midweek Sociales
A list of local residents visiting Athens includes John and Will Hamer with friends, the Gabriel and Wetlow families, Mrs. Alfred Wetlow, and Mrs. Harry Porter with son Ralph. Others such as Rob Hawk, Dave Alshire, A M Humphrey and sons, and Sam George with Herman Howard joined in. Mrs. Edward Ball is ill, and Roscoe Shields with sons dined with Ed Anderson's family. Several more trips to Athens and Logan are noted among area households.
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John
Will Hamer
Tude
John Gabriel
Alfred Wetlow
Harry Porter
Ralph
Joe Slater
Rose
Lucile Lyons
Athens
Zine Courtney
Elza McGranor
Rob Hawk
Dave Alshire
A. M. Humphrey and Sons
Logan
Edward Ball
Roscoe Shields
Ed Anderson
Sam George
Herman Howard
Ida
May Campbell
Ed Burdette
Frank Smith Russell
Grant Micheals
John Hamer
Will
Quick Facts Quiz: Economic, code, and horticulture Qs
A set of concise Q and A items covers topics from clothing values with 1913 figures showing men at 1 158 007 000 and women at 1 184 099 000, to wireless Continental Code, Morse telegraph code, and general salary notes for Pershing. Also includes dates for Joseph Jefferson Rip Van Winkle debut and dairy science notes on whey coloring and grafting wax formulas.
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H. A
Bureau of Chemistry
General Pershing
H. G
General Grant
France
Joseph Jefferson
Rip van Winkle
Rip
Forestry Service
Pacific Northwest
South
Department of Agriculture
Civilian fatally shot by sentry in Belfast clash
In Belfast on March 13 a civilian was fatally wounded by a sentry after he refused to halt as soldiers disarmed pedestrians. A loaded revolver was found on the victim's body.
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Belfast
Bank Call For Bank Conditions Across States
The comptroller of the currency issued a call for the condition of all national banks as of Friday March 10. In Columbus the State Superintendent of Banks announced a call for the condition of state and private banks as of March 19.
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Washington
Mar
Comptroller of the Currency
Columbus
State Superintendent of Banks
Scott
Jobless Miner’s Family Lived In Shanty With Two Stills
A four room weathered shanty housed John Rife, his wife and 12 children, eight girls, under leaky walls. Constable Mariner found a 50 gallon corn mash barrel and two stills with copper coils hidden in a ramshackle barn amid mounting poverty and a jail sentence for the father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Rife
Mariner
Rife
Illiteracy Task Force Seeks 1936 Target At Chicago Conference
Dr S K Mardis of Ohio University chaired the resolutions committee at the Midwest Northern states literacy conference in Chicago The panel urged eradicating illiteracy by 1936 endorsing the Towner Sterling bill and proposing literacy tests for immigrants and voting restrictions Compulsory schooling and district level special instruction for adults were pressed with calls for non English reading barriers and targeted teacher deployment
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. K. Mardis
Ohio University
Chicago
E. B. Armstrong
Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs
George Condon
Michigan
Nelson Sauvian
North Dakota State Teachers’ Association
United States
Congress
Montague Defends Liberal Policy on India at Cambridge
The right Hon. Edward Samuel Montague spoke at Cambridge asserting that liberal policy remains the only right and successful approach toward India after his resignation as secretary of state for India was accepted following the India note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Edward Samuel Montague
India
Cambridge Today
Widow Anna Russell Dies in Connecticut Home
Anna Russell 88 widow of Gen Charles C Russell and Civil War veteran was found dead at her daughter Mrs David Bispham's home in Wahlington Stamford Conn. Bispham widow of the noted tenor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stamford, Conn
Anna Russell
Wahlington
Charles C. Russell
David Bispham
Engineers Lockout Hits London As Union Calls For Aid
The engineers union announced a lockout and appealed for public intervention. Nearly a million members of the amalgamated engineering union and allied trades workers including foundry men and shipyard workers are left unemployed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Engineers
London
International News Service
Engineers Union Today
Amalgamated Engineering Union
Cure a Cold in One Day Laxative BromO Quinine Ad
An advertisement urges curing a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. Aimed at buyers, it promises genuine product with the signature of E. W. Grove and cautions to ensure the brand BROMO. The price listed is 30 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W.grove
Smell Leads Police to Home Mash Operation
In Cleveland on March 13, police traced a strong odor of mash to a home. They found forty three 50 gallon barrels of mash a 50 gallon still two 30 gallon stills and thirty gallons of distilled product. Tenant Phillip David was arrested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Mar
Third Precinct
Phillip David
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Mali
Robert FE Ward
Fifth Avenue
New York City
Athens Mesenger & Herald Printing Co
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New Jersey
Petor
Minnesota
Atlantic City
Volita
Henry Jackson
Tamworth
Vassar
Panhandling
Isian
Panhandler
Vera Cruz
Marine Corps
Court House
Chesterfield
Liggett @ Myers Tobacco Co
Newline
Dr. Mardis
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