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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1921
Page
4
The excerpt contemplates Yap in Micronesia amid global politics, describing its isolation, tiny population of about 8,000, stone money quarries, and remoteness near the Caroline Islands. It notes the nation’s visibility versus its obscurity and hints at cultural contrasts and modern issues.
In a lively exchange, Mrs. Pruner explains losing several boarders amid mixed reviews of table talk and meals. A Ford salesman touts the car as a wise buy, claiming initial payments lead to substantial value quickly.
An old mp cites a faith in reform ahead as church memberships lag. Boston health department reports improved bathtub ratios, now one per 4.4 people from forty years ago. The piece notes broader gains in sanitation and hints a figure may rise with new housing and civic effort.
Authorities in Vinbia face doubt as officials reportedly challenge the credibility of a recent report. The unnamed source says doubt centers on the document’s authenticity and details. Further clarification from Vinbia officials is expected.
Fragmentary text notes discussion of war, nations hoarding wealth, and publishers in America facing shifts as newspapers move toward monetary concerns. The source is unclear and fragmented.
Mr. Hays inherits the post office department and faces a smooth path as every change he makes is framed as for the better. The note suggests a favorable outlook for his tenure and reforms.
A long critique outlines proposed limits on female dress and displays, from hems and waists to necklines, as reformers push for morality laws. It also details punishment for promiscuous kissing, with proposals for marriage proposals in writing, courts of affinanced relations, and police enforcement including airship patrols for public spaces.
Increased sales volume lowers costs and prices by shifting from push to pull methods. Advertising creates demand, standardizes output, expands markets, and improves dealer turnover, delivering better values to buyers. Beware unadvertised articles pitched as cheaper.
A brief feature invites readers to a no cost post graduate weather prophecy course starting March 21. It outlines predicting seasons from the vernal equinox March 20 and solstices, with wind directions guiding expected ten day to two week outlooks. Also notes Logan company president Jacob Pfeiffer visiting Logan for factory plans.
David Jones of Kilbuck was a business visitor in Logan on Thursday.
Mr. Lawrence Haacke of Union Furnace, a well known oil man, visited Thursday on business with the county recorder.
The Athens community rallyed after a Friday fire with hundreds of workers aiding, college men rescuing furniture, and professors and residents showing warmth. An Ohio University culture of hospitality and simplehearted care contrasted with a harsh world outside.
Reader can obtain information by writing to Athens Information Bureau Frederic Director Washington Board Company This offer applies strictly to information It cannot give advice on legal or financial matters Do not attempt to set domestic troubles nor to search on any service Send full name and address with two stamps to receive brief answer by mail
St Patrick's Day in Logan 1921 passed without public celebration. Some private observances were held by clubs while fine spring weather drew crowds to the streets for air and sightseeing.
Mrs. Ed Beck received a wire Thursday announcing the death of her aged relative Mrs. Dickle of Parkersburg West Virginia. The deceased lived 84 years and had long exceeded the allotment permitted by the holy book. Mrs. Beck had just returned from visiting her aged relative.
Al Schreck superintendent of Owens Manufacturing returned from Cincinnati after a short stay with his mother Mrs. Anna Schreck.
Mrs. M. H. Cherrington served as hostess for the Hook and Hook Club on Wednesday afternoon at four with a well represented membership. Members teased and talked while sewing and accomplishing much needed work during a delightful afternoon.
Miss Mildred Brehm and Miss Mary Bond co hosted a Gli Amici Club gathering on Mound Street Thursday evening. The Brehm residence was attractively decorated for the occasion with a varied program and light refreshments served after.
Otterbein guild held its annual officer election naming Maud Reynolds as President and Firme Anthony as Vice President. Other posts filled include Isa bella Barker as Second Vice President Jia Roby as Secretary Velma Conkle as Assistant Secretary Ruth Conaway as Treasurer Merlit Whitecraft as Assistant Treasurer Blanche Harden as Secretary of Literature Velma Rainer as Assistant Secretary of Literature Fern Shaw as Thank Offering Secretary Madeline Conaway as Patroneus and Mrs Hugh Thomas as Patron.
Postmaster General Hays states the department employs 300,000 people. Other Q and A discuss stump removal by horses, salt as money, and preparing ham with soaking rinsing vinegar and sugar.
The text discusses cooking a ham at a given temperature for twenty minutes per pound, cooling in liquor, scoring fat, browning with brown sugar and crumbs, and baking with water and vinegar. It then switches to a Q A section on Army recruitment and aviation speed records, noting a 1920 France flight by Captain DeRomanet at 193 mph, and a bale of cotton weighing 600 pounds with 478 pounds of actual cotton.
Mr and Mrs William Stone returned home from Philadelphia. Mrs C G Ladd visited her parents Mr and Mrs John Rowland in Coolville for Mr Rowland s birthday. Clarence Petty of Bethany visited Nina Russell Tuesday evening. Rosa Barnhart and Lizzie Cole of Fairview called on Mildred Hatch Tuesday afternoon. Willard Kinney visited Coolville earlier this week. Norma Frost of Belpre visited her grandparents Herman and Mrs Frost Monday. B L Frost spent Thursday with Mrs Brand Meek in Bethany Eugene Linton of Athens visiting home. Henry Frost of Belpre called on grandparents Tuesday afternoon.
The American Sheet and Tin Plate Company announced a 13 percent wage reduction in its hot mills at the New Philadelphia and Dover plants on March 19. A 10 percent cut was implemented February 1.
A woman driver lost control of a car on East Fourth Street at Euclid Avenue in Cleveland, striking pedestrians. Three people were slightly injured in the incident.
Funeral services for Mrs. DaubenmeirER were held at Rushcreek Lutheran Church in Marion Township conducted by Rev Speilman, former pastor. The deceased was 75 years old.
Washington March 19 thousands of men facing draft evasion charges may be affected as Erwin Bergdoll challenges his detention under the draft law Adjutant General Harris said The legal action could influence pending cases and enforcement nationwide.
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