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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1934
Page
4
The piece argues for continuing relief in parts of Ohio as CWA ends, urging recognition of urban industrial townships and gradual decentralization. It notes rising farm income, more employed men, a billion dollar federal program, and the need to rely on personal initiative while tapering relief and expanding rural job creation.
Athens County treasurer G D Gorham leads a campaign to recover as much as half a million dollars in delinquent taxes. The piece decries past leniency, notes no delinquent list since 1930, and warns that in 1931 five mills will be cut and the two mile road levy removed, forcing new revenue strategies at the state level.
In Washington March 21 the administration pursued a twofold approach to avert auto strikes. It moved on the Weirton steel labor case and appealed to union leaders, signaling White House influence and boosting market optimism as stocks rose within minutes.
The bill is described as the real measure to become law this session with little moderation. Liberals and Wall Street figures show disappointment, while supporters argue objections are noise and the market rose on the automaker decision the day it was announced.
Absurdities in the original stock market bill are nearly eliminated in the new measure while keeping strong control. Critics warn the high margin rule could fuel violent fluctuations, arguing margin buying cushions drops and inflates gains. Most impartial observers say a trial is warranted despite Wall Street opposition.
The administration intends to pass the market regulation bill in the House largely as written but may face opposition in the Senate from market man Ferdinand Pecora. Pecora allegedly dislikes omissions of his reforms and is allied with several senators ready to attach Pecora amendments once the bill reaches them.
The piece notes the Dies bill is permissive and weak, while the Fiesinger Silver Bill could enact major changes. It suggests the Administration nudged Speaker Rainey to bring it up and fears the Senate may pass a stronger measure, prompting calls to sustain forced collections and pursue tax dodgers as funds are needed.
Charles A Stoneham, president of the New York Giants, declares he would not consider selling the club unless an offer arrived that no sane person could refuse. Richard W Robbins, president of TWA, accuses a small group of selfish interests of ruining the country’s air transportation system.
A satirical note envisions a political faction defined by its shirt shape rather than color. The piece jokes that Stuffed Shirtism has grown recently across diverse beliefs and may become an international organization, though it lacks constitutional dues.
The author criticizes rigid club members and political partisans as stuffed shirts who lack time sense. He praises brief, powerful oratory and notes that long, rambling speeches reveal confusion. He cites D A R and Sons of the American Revolution as examples of cautious, self-important figures.
The piece argues that hypocrites and stuffed shirt types are not the same. It notes cleverness and charm mark true hypocrites, while stuffed shirts fool only one person and are victims of self deception. It questions sincerity as a universal virtue and cites race prejudice and cruel ideologies as often sincerely held.
The speaker mocks a faction as stuffed shirts puffed by pride and enthusiasm, claiming such people cannot live together without conflict. He argues the faction thrives only when few survive, predicting large losses if crowded into one lodge.
The dashshund once popular wanes in popularity while the Scotch terrier also loses appeal. The proverb that every dog has his day hints at changing tastes in canine companions.
The article explains neuralgia of the trigeminal nerve causing stabbing facial pain from cold air or touch, migraines triggered by fatigue or certain foods, dizziness from eighth nerve issues, and taste or palate nerve involvement. Treatments include sedatives, nerve injections or alcohol, and surgery to remove nerve cells when needed. early medical advice is urged.
The article argues children learn more outside school and through environment and people than from books. It urges balanced life with real interests, free time, and hands on creating activities to prevent idle behavior and cultivate imagination.
The cartoon review notes King Chulalongkorn of Siam born 1853 died 1910 ruled 42 years and followed royal tradition by marrying his sister who perished in a shipwreck. It praises reforms and education as he educated many of his sons in England while claiming 370 children across his marriages.
A reflective verse laments Old Man Winter while praising Miss Springtime for renewal. The piece, dated March 12 in Mineral, features Myrtle A. Emish and blends seasonal metaphor with local civic notes and a chorus of political snippets about Machado and Cuba amid editorial tangents.
The piece laments a hard winter and its effect on passing traditions to children. It contrasts crime in 1933 with cities like London and New York, noting London had 21 murders and New York 67, and jokes that New York may outpace London in depopulation if not in population.
More than 168 100 new homes were built in Great Britain during the year ending September 1 1933. The housing surge reflects ongoing construction activity across the country as developers push to expand residential supply.
Dr. M. Cary Thomas, 16 year old president emeritus, denounces democracy’s limits yet argues reform is possible. He warns tyrants suppress free speech and new ideas, cites Lenin and Stalin, and accuses bankers and industrialists of guiding Cuba sugar profits. He notes massive American investments in Cuba and graft in construction projects.
The Blackstone Corner at Courtené Streets is cleared for excavations. Mr and Mrs Jacob Feth suffer injuries when their car overturned near Mechanichurs Road bridge. Mrs A L Barker leads a Missionary Society meeting. Betty Harris dwelling moved on West Street pending new Messenger Buell. Copeland class attendance rises as U Douthitt directs athletic programs at University Gymnasium. Teachers awarded certificates by the school board with multiple names listed. High School certificate recipients named. Ex-marshal Peter Finster visits Athens. Mrs C F Witt and son Charles plan a Cincinnati trip.
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