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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1938

Page

4

The Athens Messenger and Berald Printing Co. listing

Page four contains publication details for The Athens Messenger and Berald Printing Co. including established dates, publisher and editor names, association memberships, and advertising policies. It lists circulation areas and subscription rates for various counties and time frames.

Frederick W. Bush Athens Messenger & Berald Printing CO Gordon K. Bush Charles H. Harris American Newspaper Publishers Association Ohio Audit Bureau of Circulation Ohio Newspaper Association Inland Daily Press Association United Press

What Confronts Ohio Statehouse Commentators

Columbus commentators warn the Legislature must return in coming months to grant additional relief funds for Columbus and other cities. They note sales tax shortfalls and rising demands for old age pensions, schools, and state employee rolls, predicting new levies will be needed with higher federal taxes likely.

Statehouse Columbus Cleveland Toledo Youngstown Dayton Cincinnati Ohio

Intelligent approach to Athens garbage problem urged

The piece argues for municipal supervision of waste disposal with flat-rate funding. It notes many homes lack regular collection and rely on individuals, leading to spillages and unsafe truck practices. It urges city officials to enforce adherence to housewives’ expectations for cleanliness and service quality.

Athens

Pershing's Example Courage Shines Amid Prolonged Struggle

In a Business Week reflection, John Pershing's prolonged struggle and sudden recovery are cited as a beacon of resolve. The piece notes his coma, brave fight for life, and the unexpected sight of him asking for a barber and lamb stew, offering a stark lesson for business leaders on perseverance and vigilance.

John Pershing Pershing Business Week

Pride in Cutler Hall as Ohio University landmark

Ohio University's Manasseh Cutler Hall, oldest college building in the Northwest Territory, is praised as an historic example of early American architecture. The piece notes preservation, dwindling campus remnants, and Cutler Hall as a symbol for thousands of alumni, enduring as the university's tradition.

Ohio University Manasseh Cutler Northwest Territory America Athens Cutler Hall University

Britain weighs response as Hitler's Austria actions shock Europe

Prime Minister Chamberlain condemns Hitler's seizure of Austria and hints at Britain's uncertain next move. Home Secretary Hoare urges one million air raid volunteers, signaling a wartime referendum as Britain gauges public resolve to defend Czechoslovakia against Nazi pressure.

Washington Chamberlain Hitler Austria Britain Czechoslovakia Samuel Hoare Home Secretary Nazi Germany

Dictator versus democracy in Europe’s crisis

The piece contrasts how a dictator shapes public opinion with how democratic leaders must heed it. It notes Chamberlain in London must feel his way, while Mussolini in Rome can pivot a nation overnight, highlighting the slow pace of democratic response versus dictatorial swift action.

Europe London Rome Chamberlain Mussolini

British public divided over fighting Hitler to save France

The speaker recalls a London luncheon debate showing split opinion on whether Britain would fight to stop Hitler or defend Czechoslovakia. Some urged resistance, others doubted public will, noting Britain would act to protect France if needed as the continent's bulwark.

Chamberlain Hitler London England Czechoslovakia Britain France Rhineland

Washington insiders warn of uncertain European power balance

The piece argues that U.S. officials misread Europe as simplifiable and that danger grows as the Rome Berlin axis bond remains unclear. It notes the State Department enjoys the game of diplomacy yet cautions against overreach while Britain and Italy loom in the shifting balance.

Washington United States Europe State Department Rome-Berlin Hitler Austria Mussolini England

Britain Eyes Mediterranean Pact Amid Axis Shifts

The report suggests Britain may leverage German Italian tensions to secure a Mediterranean accord with Mussolini. It notes Mussolini’s fear of Hitler at Brenner Pass, Italy’s goal of an England backed arrangement, and the shifting balance as Germany and Italy curb appeasement talks after Eden’s resignation.

Austria Hitler Schuschnigg Mussolini Duce Brenner Pass Italy Mediterranean England Czechoslovakia Balkans Chamberlain Germany France Japan Britain India Far East Anthony Eden

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The author regrets that no funds have been found to preserve and strengthen the structure to keep it useful for a growing institution that faces a critical shortage of classroom space.

Two-thirds of Americans Seek Abundant Life Says Phillips

Dr. Z. B. T. Phillips, chaplain of the United States Senate, argues that a more abundant life implies higher wages, longer leisure, greater power, and more emancipation for the people.

Dr. Z. B. T. Phillips United States Senate

Letters Suggest Debt Relief to Boost Economy

The Messenger prints a signed public forum letter by C. J. Hagey of Bartlett urging creditors to waive accrued interest on old notes and cancel profits on old store accounts. He argues canceling interest would let honest debtors pay principal, reduce losses, and stimulate payments over time.

the Messenger

We the Women and the Marriage Education

Grandmother learns marriage from her mother and a modern set of experts at Cleveland College and Western Reserve University. A lineup of two psychologists two biologists a sociologist a psychiatrist a physician a home economics instructor and a parent education specialist analyze every aspect of marriage and love. The text argues marriage requires ongoing effort and preparation, not perfection, and warns disappointments and adjustments are inevitable.

Cleveland College Western Reserve University

Jury in Yuma case recalls ancient oath as hat goes missing

In Yuma Arizona a courtroom scene unfolds with a twelve jurors, a superior court judge, and a vigilant bailiff. A spectator seizes Bailiff A P Teichmans hat during the proceedings.

Yuma, Ariz A. P. Teichman

St Patrick Day Grange Meeting At Jack ville School

The Athens Grange held a St Patrick Day meeting at Jack ville School featuring a piano solo by Anna Jacoby a reading by Mrs J N McHarg a skit by D O Chapple and Vernon Shaw a playlet by Mr and Mrs Earl Cowen and others Roll call brought Irish jokes. Mr and Mrs W F Sands announced the birth of a son March 16 first grandchild of County Surveyor and Mrs J R Sands of Canaanville Road. Doris Allen and Madonna Kling er ninth grade students at Athens High School hosted 30 schoolmates at the Allen home 27 Rose Ave for a St Patrick party.

Athens Grange Jackville School Anna Jacoby J.N. McHarg D. O. Chapple Vernon Shaw W. F. Sands Barberton J. R. Sands Canaanville Road Doris Allen Madonna Klinger Athens High School Allen Rose Ave

Eggless Easter plan led by Mrs Hoover

Mrs Herbert Hoover heads a national committee planning an eggless Easter. The Lillie Class of the Christian Church entertained for their mothers with a program featuring Bernice Roach Mildred Riley Ina Beverage Sarah Guthrie and Garnet Hostottle taught by Mrs Fred Kiltan.

Herbert Hoover National Committee Lillie The Christian Church Fred Kiltan Bernice Roach Mildred Riley Ina Beverage Sarah Guthrie Garnet Hostottle

Measles protection and immune globulin history

Health notes describe protection against measles using convalescent serum from recovered children and the early use of human immune globulin. The text explains timing of injections, administration sites, and distinctions between measles forms including hemorrhagic measles and German measles.

Love Laughter at the Doctor in Connie Maidwell’s Parisian Lunch

Connie Maidwell receives a letter from Derek Manton outlining future plans as she prepares to lunch at Daimler's with Mrs. Major's invitation. She notices a familiar man at a nearby table, while a plump elder woman asks about the price of her fur coat, signaling social tensions and a tense luncheon to come.

Connie Derek Constance California Gold Coast Mrs. Major Daimler’s Miss Maidwell Associated Artists

Home Women Verse by Mrs Carl Reeves

Poet’s Corner invites readers to submit verses with name and address. The piece praises home women who manage homes, support children, sew and bake, and help build the nation, ending with attribution to Mrs Carl Vera Reeves of Carpenter, Ohio.

Messenger Carl Vera) Reeves Carpenter

Letter Found After 38 Years Reaches Tex. Man

Stamford, Texas Harold Fitzgerald received a letter mailed in Abilene, 50 miles away, after it was mislaid and held in the Abilene post office for 38 years. It was forwarded to Fitzgerald eight hours before arrival.

Stamford Tex Harold Fitzgerald Abilene Fitzgerald

Meanest thief unearthed after coal stash stolen in New Bedford

George Martin reported to police that three bushels of coal stored in a shed at the rear of his home were stolen. The coal was the family's sole supply.

New Bedford Mass George Martin

Siberian Rivers Freeze Releasing Living Fish Each Spring

In Siberia, winter freezes rivers solid yet the ice release preserves living fish. As spring returns, fish swim free, renewing rivers with the seasonal cycle observed by locals and scientists.

Siberia

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