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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1935
Page
4
Washington reports say six senators switched votes to Roosevelt on the relief wage issue in a guarded process. Cloakroom chatter hints at political pie but insiders say the core motive was to cooperate with Roosevelt for at least two more years.
Mrs. A O Sloane hosted the Pallag Club while Mrs Lafe Boden and Mrs William Runyon visited relatives in Zaleski with an Athens aunt Mrs Peggy Nichols. Athens Country Club members hosted a St Patrick’s dance and new Alpha Gamma Delta patronesses were introduced to sorority at Mrs Harry Foster’s home.
A reader in Nelsonville comments on times of hardship and political shifts from 1917 1918 to the New Deal era. The letter urges public debate, asks for concise signatures, and cites President Roosevelt and the public role in government.
The Messenger warns Ohio faces drastic taxation beyond prior levies as government costs rise. It cites antiquated tax machinery, looming sales and income taxes, and calls for plans amid anticipated burdens on motorists, businesses, and individuals to fund pensions, relief, and schools.
The passage argues that economic strain, nationalism, and postwar dislocation fuel unrest in Europe. Germany and France face agricultural and industrial pressures while Britain seeks recovery with its empire. Russia stagnates, Italy advances, and arms competition reflects broader self sufficiency drives.
The piece forecasts a fragile Cuban future with the army backing conservative business interests, a united opposition, and rising radical leaders. It notes potential U S involvement to help restore stable government and warns of an impending social revolution amid illiteracy and political chaos.
The author argues that effective crime suppression comes from federal operatives conducting targeted searches that strike real fear into criminals. Dope and liquor drives attract attention due to human frailties, yet nations remain plagued by greed and vice.
The piece argues President Roosevelt will not easily bow to Congress or labor disputes. It notes labor senators fear.providing private assurances on wages, expects prevailing wages in 22 states and federal projects. It suggests Roosevelt may back the Wagner Labor Disputes Bill, though authorities deny a deal, leaning due to Section 7 A failure and strike threats.
The piece notes a gradual attitude change in top administration circles. A year ago officials called Hitler madman and murderer in private, while now they choose their words more carefully. They still dislike him but acknowledge his intelligence more than before.
European experts within the New Deal circle note Hitler's conscription signals aim at eastward expansion. Moscow fears a planned colonization push, citing Alfred Rosenberg as a proponent of space to live and linking Berlin's moves to pressure for peace with Japan.
The text praises federal officers who operate undercover to curb crime. It notes they terrify criminals by remaining unseen and are more effective against hoodlums, postal robbers, and white slavers than other agents. The emphasis is on science over law for cases and on unseen work deterring crime.
A 11 year old Siamese king educated in Europe dreams of a first class fire department for Siam and cites favorite books Three Little Pigs Felix the Cat and Mickey Mouse marking a modern shift in royal image and interests.
A provocative opinion argues that the United States should oppose Greek revolts to spare readers from difficult to pronounce names and foreign details. It frames the issue as a matter of national focus and readability.
A concise reflection on accountability, stating that duty falls to those capable of handling it. Emphasizes personal agency and the burden carried by capable individuals.
Twenty years ago Mr and Mrs Frank B Gullum announced the birth of Elizabeth Mitchell Gullum and Florence Bobo wed Jesse Mapes. The Zeta Chapter Alpha Gamma Delta held its annual formal at the Masonic Temple.
Children with defective hearing often have prior infections or congenital issues. Severe colds swell the hearing tube and can cause lasting ear damage. Early removal of adenoids and tonsils may prevent recurrent ear infections in children. Avoid swimming when ill and limit sessions to 15 to 20 minutes to protect ears.
A. Mervin Davies’ biography argues Hastings stabilized British rule in India during a dangerous era. Hastings is portrayed as frugal, not robbing natives, and laying the groundwork for a disciplined civil service. The long, detailed narrative may challenge American readers but offers a compelling history.
Alexander Township formed as part of early division of Athens County. It included areas now in Bedford Scipio Columbia Meigs Vinton Clinton Madison Elk and Knox townships and parts of Vinton and Athens Counties. Early residents named, bears hunted, first whiskey barrel, early churches at Center Stake and Pleasanton, Pleasanton post office 1851, first trustees Merritt Brooks Sharp with Merritt as first justice of the peace.
The passage collects remarks from diplomats and public figures on freedom of trade, pacifism, school education, and timeless essentials. It cites Hiroshi Saito, Mme Rosika Schwimmer, The Late Richard B Harrison, and Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt. It also notes Beebe Arkansas farmer Beebe L Beebe revealing colored cotton experiments with green and tan specimens.
Millicent Graves, hired by the suave Jarvis Happ to work as his secretary, is drawn into a dangerous web after her employer’s murder and her own paranoid flight. Happ’s son Norman and wife Cynthia complicate her access to the truth as she undergoes a cosmetic transformation and moves into the rose room of a mansion.
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