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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1936

Page

4

Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co. notices and rates

Publication details for The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co. include publisher Gordes K Bush and editor Charles H. Herris. It lists affiliate associations, circulation notes, rates by carrier and mail, obituary charges, and post office entry as Second Class.

Athens Messenger & Herald Printing Co Gordes K Bush Charles H. Herris American Mewspaper Publishers Association Ohio Audit Bureau of Circulation Associated Ohio Dailies Inland Daily Press Association Athens

A Humble Cow Could Spur Saner Policy Think

A column imagines funding every American with a cow to inspire practical thinking. It cites Grant Wood on inspiration found while milking, argues milking fosters grounded, realistic thought and warns against grand slogans and panic.

Washington Administration Grant Wood Corn Paris Wood Iowa

America's G Men Surpass Scotland Yard in Crime Cleanup

The piece argues that U S federal agents nicknamed G Men have outperformed Scotland Yard and the Royal Mounted Police in cracking down on gangsters like Dillingers. It notes the vast American landscape, varied laws, and unpoliced areas as unique challenges, praising the efficiency and daring of U S agents.

Royal Mounted Police Northwest Scotland Yard England Canada States The Mounties America

Not So Bad These Days Yet History Shows Greater Peril

The article argues that medieval and ancient eras faced far higher violent death rates. It compares modern hazards to past warfare, famine, and executions, noting soldiers and others died in large numbers, while today violence is largely confined to brief wars and isolated events.

Nero

Borah faces tough two state test in 1932 primaries

In Cleveland Paul Mallon outlines the Borah challenge as Illinois and Ohio loom large for his candidacy. Party leaders doubt a strong showing as strategy shifts to a dignified stump, while fears of a rough confrontation rise among Republicans. Polls are viewed cautiously amid shifting party dynamics.

Cleveland Borah Illinois Ohio Republian Chicago Washington

Rural Kansas poll mirrors The Literary Digest on New Deal

A Nebraska canvass of 50 000 voters matches The Literary Digest poll in showing a majority opposing New Deal policies. Ohio and Illinois Democratic scraps complicate gubernatorial lines while Knox supporters dominate Illinois candidates. A Chicago slogan idea led to a fatal shooting at Republican HQ.

Nebraska Literary Digest Ohio Illinois Roosevelt London Lowden Colonel Knox Washington Mississippi Huey Long Republican Chicago

Cincinnati Pinks Possibly Used During Campaign Months

During the campaign period the Cincinnati base ball team may adopt the nickname Pinks to avoid drawing attention. The move appears temporary and tied to political considerations within the club.

Cincinnati The Pinks

Hitlerists Cite Weltanschauung View of Germany

The piece contrasts Nazi German justification with French perception, noting Hitler uses Weltanschauung to frame his policy while France views it as a broader World Look Out approach. The remark hints at diplomatic misreadings of German aims.

Hitler Germany France

Scientist notes ears grow with age, says new observation

A scientist cites age related ear growth while recalling a recent item that Clark Gable is a step grandfather. The note links aging physiology with a celebrity family detail for a compact newspaper teaser.

Clark Gable

WPA Positions Questioned by Coolville Unemployed League

Harry H. Kimes of Coolville writes about WPA project staffing, alleging favoritism in foreman and skilled roles and noting multiple laborers with trades wind up in higher positions. He urges publicity for more timekeepers and questions the registration meaning, urging scrutiny of the Athens County WPA projects.

Mr. Noble Troy Township WPA Harry H. Kimes Sec Coolville Unemployed League Coolville

Quotes on War Tax and Respect from Public Figures

A collection of brief remarks from diverse leaders and commentators. King Edward VIII questions rich city contrasts in Glasgow. Justice Hilberg warns young men about proposals. Harvey D. Gibson downplays war talk. Gen Jorge Martin ez notes NYC siege claim. John C. Gall calls taxation a permanent grieving spell. U S Representative Blanton defends free speech under the Capitol dome.

Pioneer Thomas Hannan and the Hannans Trail across Ohio Valley

Thomas Hannan a pioneer of Ohio Township Gallia County joined Indian wars in the Shanandoah Valley fought at Pt Pleasant under General Lewis in 1774. He served as courier and spy in the Revolutionary Army and later settled opposite Swan Creek West Virginia. Hannan traced the Hannan Trace to Chillicothe Ohio blazed a wilderness trail and established a Swan Creek ferry. His route became a main pre state highway marked by his ax on trees for years.

Gallia County Shanandoah Valley Pt. Pleasant Lewis Hannan Revolutionary Army Hampton Roads Daniel Boone Boone Raccoon Creek Ohio Kanawha Valley Kentucky Lake Erie West Virginia Swan Creek Chillicothe Jackson County Virginia

Albany Class of 26 Reunion Poem and Note

Poet's Corner invites Messenger readers to submit verses with name and address. A poem from Mrs Fern Hooper of Albany Ohio recalls a 1916 pledge and urges plans for the May reunion, followed by a science note about fog particle measurements by MIT.

Messenger Albany Fern Hooper Ohio

Models League Elevator Ride Enters Mystery

Toby Ryan, 19, works at a Manhattan department store and is photographed for an ad by Marty Hiatt. After losing her job due to Maurine Ball, she follows Hiatt to a Models League office where a magazine cover girl appears on the wall as Toby confronts a broader scheme.

Toby Ryan Manhattan Marty Hiatt Toby Bill Brandt Maurine Ball Hiatt Models’ League, Inc

Toby into modeling agency opportunity sparks dream of fame

Marty Hiatt convinces Toby that the Models League, run by Ben Blake, hires top models for ads and pays up to 200 dollars a week. Toby, seeking steady work after a failed store job, phones an employment agency and decides to pursue the modeling path with confidence.

Marty Hiatt Ben Blake Models’ League Toby Hiatt

East Side operetta features large cast at school

The East Side School operetta Mother Goose Island includes Carol Ruston Charles Giauque Frances Thorpe Fred Wheaton Rachael Good Roger Welsh Leslie and June Fultz Juanita Saylor Parker Walker Don Grones Paul Cain Francis Fuller Robert Bing man Darrel Tom Jane Gill with teachers Grace McMichael Maxine Smith Helen Boyd Blanche Linton Gladys Williams Maude Skidmore Jessie Smart Bertha Bridgman Ruth Ann Grover and the 17 month old daughter of Mr and Mrs B T Grover named Ooh Bow Wow. A safety crossing chain letter circulates in the district. Pinkie Cavet orchestra ready for the Athens Automobile Show. Second Athens County Young People Council program in Amesville features Neighbors directed by Miss Marie Jewett with Evelyn Coulter and Rev W W Ludwig speaking.

East Side Carol Ruston Charles Giauque Frances Thorpe Fred Wheaton Rachael Good Roger Welsh Leslie June Fultz Juanita Saylor Parker Walker Don Grones Paul Cain Francis Fuller Robert Bingman Darrel Tom Jane Gill Grace McMichael Maxine Smith Helen Boyd Blanche Linton Gladys Williams Maude Skidmore Jessie Smart Bertha Bridgman Athens County Young People’s Council Amesville Marie Jewett Evelyn Coulter Rev W. W. Ludwig

Local Men Discuss Irish Ancestry at St Patrick Interviews

A. Manson Lewis denied Irish blood but traced wit to his great grandfather from Damas cus Hugh Mulligan. Bill Carpenter referred to Andy Murphy who brought the Irish Cobbler potato to Athens County. Hugh Gormley noted fewer Irish snakes than local politicians Timothy Hagen was called a true Irishman. Rea kerosene tractor shown by Brooks and Hibbard Hardware Store.

St. Patrick A. Manson Lewis Damascus Hugh Mulligan Ireland Bill Carpenter Andy Murphy Glouster Murphy Athens County Hugh Gormley Timothy Hagen

Health Hints And Diet By Dr Morris Fishbein

Health Hints discusses the value of green beet and turnip tops as a rich source of vitamin B2 or G, linked to pellagra treatment. It notes symptoms of Pellagra and suggests diet including milk meat yeast and egg yolk alongside greens.

Stop Teeth Grinding During Sleep Advice

A reader asks about stopping teeth grinding at night. Experts say it may stem from nervous disturbances and habits. In children worms can be indirect causes, but often irregular eating or over-exhaustion lead to nervous strain. An appliance fitted to teeth can prevent grinding after underlying causes are addressed.

Vitamin deficiencies and the role of vitamins B1 B2 and G

A brief discussion notes that vitamin G occurs with vitamin B1 in foods but not B2, and can be destroyed by heat. It warns that lack of B2 may affect growth and skin, while adequate intake improves vitality, though excessive supplementation offers no miracle cure.

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Also Mentioned on This Page

Associated Press John W. Cullen Company New York Detroit Paul Mallon Kelly- Nash Organization Kelly-Nash Lodging House Middle West the Public Forum the Messenger King Edward VIII Glasgow Justice Hilberg Harvey D. Gibson New York City Jorge Martinzes Republic of Columbia John C. Gall National Association of Manufacturers District of Columbia Congress Capitol U. S Blanton Texas Thomas Hannan Poet’s Corner Massachusetts Institute of Technology George Clark Laura Lou Brookman Chapter Blake Mr. Blake Ryan Ruth Ann Grover B. T. Grover Ruth Ann Pinkie" Cavet Cavet O. U Jackazon Brooks and Hibbard Hardware Store DR. Morris Fishbein
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