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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1921
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices by carrier and by mail in Ohio and outside Ohio. It specifies yearly, six month, and shorter term options with varying rates and emphasizes payments in advance and automatic discontinuation on expiration.
The piece argues the United States seeks a practical settlement with Germany and Allies, criticizing German bad faith and urging honest negotiation. It notes Americans favor moderation from Allies, and suggests citizens should take the lead in turning anger into constructive civic action through humor and engagement.
Richard Hooker urged Yale listeners that a global laugh could ease tensions and fears. He proposed a prime minister or president cracking a worldwide joke to lift humanity, revealing how sillily rival nations glare at each other despite common aims.
Mr Hindleton confronted by a neighbor at his door in a fit of rage over Pongo the dog. The puppy’s owner Johnny and the mother of a girl in a department store rush are also recalled in this disjointed vignette from a local scene.
Mrs Jones consoles Bobby who bursts in crying after mishearing his tin sword play as a battle. He explains he was Sherman and Papa heard him, recalling a boyish moment of dressing and marching to a tune.
A humorous slice shows a household misadjusting clocks by extra hours after each member and maid add an hour. The result, six hours ahead, has the family waking at 2 AM. A punning exchange at table ends the piece.
Frederic J. Haskin describes the shift from spectator to participant leisure, urging cities to use Community Service to develop local recreation. It details local adaptations from Chicago stock yards to Connorsville and Lowell, with 230 communities organized and 130 operating unaided.
New York headquarters promotes community service as a municipal role with trained secretaries and specialists. Short courses in Washington Chicago and San Francisco prepare workers to organize centers, supervise activities, and recruit teachers, aiming to boost local recreation despite funding limits.
Mile Evelyn Valle a Parisienne dancer who came to Broadway to debut new dances built a tent on the top of her hotel to escape the New York climate. Her apartment includes electric light telephone and running water and she will perform two new dances the Portugese Fado and Brazilian Cavacao. Alphonse of Spain praised her when she introduced the shimmy there.
Judge C. T. Stephenson issued two marriage permits last week. The parties are Walter Pennix 44 a miner of Coonville and Rossia Roby a housekeeper of Coonville plus Chester Achuner 19 a miner and Spencer 18 both of Haydenville.
Q How does y occur instead of th in the word the A H D A Ye is an old form of ih and was used by printers when space was limited for the letters th The word when spelled ye should be pronounced ine Q How many Senators and Re presentatives are there in the new Congress E G E A There are 435 Members of the House of Representatives and 96 Senators in the 6fth Congress Q With all the hundred ounds to the safe what per cent seats and what per cent straw M A E A The proportion of straw to grain is compassively high in cats generally estimated There is no constant relation but in general weollian or late varie ties usually wave about two pounds of straw to one pound of grain while early variakes produce a somewhat less proportion of straw Q How mary post ciiies are there in the United States J M C A The Post Office Department says that according to theatest available figures January 3 3121 there were 3332 post offices in the United States Q Where is the Great Stone Face located C 8S C A Hawthornes Reat Stone Face is said to refer to a phenomenon in the White Mountains of New Hampshire which is known as Old Man of the Mountains and is a remarkably regular simulacrum of a human profile 80 feet high formed by three outfutting rocks on Profile Mountain Q When was the first English Bible printed J S A The first English Bible was printed by William Tyndall in 1524 The entire English Bible however was not completed until 1536 by Miles Coverdale
A fragment notes a mispackaged gum product and criticizes careless press conduct. The brief implies frustration with packaging accuracy and journalism quality in a single pointed remark.
The Watch Dog email column hints at upcoming June weddings as the city readies for the season. It playfully advises readers in Zenner's Store and nearby to follow the column daily for hints about the wife references that appear from time to time.
In Athens many properties sell high and buyers replace with similar costs but remodeling to fit new owners eats profits. Sellers often face rapid re-sales by buyers, forcing double moves. Families race to find housing, even single rooms, with limited luck.
May 1 diary entry from Athens Ohio describes a morning dispute with wife over Sabbath golf with Oscar Fulton. Attends church with wife, notes attractive university spring term students, fears wife spotting glances, enjoys a sermon, travels home by auto, and mentions a gift of honey from Prof. Matheny. Ends with views on May Day circulars and support for Prof. Cherrington.
Four hundred Hod Garrers hall delegates of an International conference resumed their session in Chicago on April 30 1921 and cried Why ain t we working Let s all march down and ask President Harding to act The scene depicts a revival of Coxey s Army style protest in the city with organized gathering and vow to pressure the administration.
Ace of today's Advertis ing presents Truth as a champion for readers of advertising pledging integrity to consumers through the printed word. Supported by newspapers and the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World, advertising agencies, and reputable merchants, Truth aims to protect readers and uphold advertiser integrity to lift advertising’s usefulness in everyday purchases.
The National Vigilance Committee of the Associated Advertising Clubs safeguards truth in advertising. Its twenty eight Better Business Bureaus hear complaints on unsubstantiated claims and misleading practices. Offenders are approached for cooperation, with other measures used if misrepresentation persists.
The article emphasizes truth as the sole standard for advertising and highlights the role of advertisers, newspapers, agencies, merchants, and manufacturers in upholding reliable claims. It argues readers deserve security from truthful ads and the businesses that rely on them.
Reading advertising from reputable firms protects buyers from deception and loss, reveals beauty in fashion and fabrics, and highlights quality and value. It guides readers to genuine opportunities, supports truth in advertising, and rewards continued patronage for prudent purchases.
A Watch Dog along the river by East Bridge heard a student from Ohio University delivering an eloquent practice speech. The scene resembled a Daniel Webster moment as he listened from the woods on the hill.
Notice references a printing error in a past column and corrects a claim about a Watch Dog taking a package of chewing to his girl, indicating the error in the article.
Bolden Callicoat a Holy Roller church preacher and farmer was jailed at Point Pleasant West Virginia on murder charges for the shooting of Clayton Krepps in Callicoat s onion patch last Saturday night. Krepps body was secretly buried near the scene and the killing came to light after Elwood Black, a wounded companion, notified police.
Federal Prohibition Officer I N Scruggs of Nashville died in Knoxville after a gun fight with state officials over the division of confiscated whiskey. The incident occurred today as authorities clashed during enforcement actions in Tennessee.
Logan Majestics defeated Logan High 10 to 9 at the fairgrounds ballpark after an imported battery led the victors. Holiday, Logan High’s lefty starter, is likely out for the season with a strained heart, leaving Roberts as the lone remaining pitcher.
At a Friday meeting the city council granted the Logan post of the American Legion permission to place the carnival on Market street. Legion officials had leased private lots on Pottery street in the East End, but the merchants association backed a central Market street site.
A joint meeting of representatives from the G A R Sons of Veterans Spanish War Veterans and American Legion was held at the G A R hall Friday evening to arrange Memorial Day exercises. Plans for a street parade and grave decorations were discussed. The soldiers' monument on the public square will be dedicated and other exercises held. A program committee of two members from each of the four organizations was chosen.
A meeting of the constitution and by laws committee of the Logan Post 78 American Legion ladies auxiliary met at Mrs Clinton Webb's home Friday evening to frame a constitution for the auxiliary.
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Brown have returned to the city after a year in the Golden Gate state and are staying with Mr. and Mrs. Fred Willege of West Hunt Street. Mr. Brown, a tailor by trade, plans to open a tailor shop here soon. He was formerly associated with F. Blasius and Son.
John Walters of West Logan was released on a $1,000 bond Saturday after being lodged in county jail for several weeks. He faces charges of family mistreatment and was turned over to await the next grand jury sitting.
Mrs. Robert Lee Green hosted the Merry Makers Club social on Saturday evening. Guests included Mrs. Oliver Hest Miss Edna Leifite and Miss Ruth Heft. Miss Ruth Heft assisted with a delicious lunch.
County tax office buzzed on the final day for personal tax returns as residents rushed to file before the deadline. Henry Leach oversees the busy Saturday scene with many citizens bearing forms and questions.
The first guild meeting of the year was held at Mrs. D A Rannels on East Hunter Street with 35 members present. Guests included Mrs. Hutchinson, Mrs. Ralph Marcher, Miss Emma Wellman, Miss Ida Steinman and Miss Nettie McCray. A missionary program preceded refreshments and Mrs. Bessie Mutchmore of North Spring Street was elected president.
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