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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1933
Page
4
The Athens Messenger details its founding era 1825 through 1929 and lists editors and publishers. It outlines distribution to Athens and surrounding counties in Ohio, carriers and mailing options, and subscription rates for various periods.
A survey by H Chandler Hunt shows 80.9 percent of 4000 clerical firings arise from character flaws and 10.1 percent from skill. Top faults: carelessness, non cooperation, laziness, unexcused absences, dishonesty, distraction, lack of initiative, ambition, tardiness, and loyalty. Hunt argues schools must stress character development to prevent such outcomes.
Southeastern Ohio students and coaches at Ohio University see easier talent scouting as high schools stage plays this spring. Community life strengthens through drama, basketball, and concerts, with Grange members leading rural cultural activity and encouraging broader participation.
Governor White warns reconvened legislature will impose a general sales tax and a state income tax. The editorial criticizes proposed taxes as a cover for reduced expenditures and graft, urging economy before new burdens. It targets fiscal policy and warns of continued taxation beyond 1985 while calling for public resistance.
Dorothy Dix advises a woman to set boundaries with a gloomy father living with her family and to protect her husband and child. She urges cheerful conduct, reduced sharing of woes, and open conversation to ease tension while preserving hope.
The author discusses why children react with aggression and how caregivers should interpret and address misbehavior. She contrasts deliberate cruelty with impulsive actions and suggests considering motive before punishment, warning that sharp responses may not correct underlying causes.
A 19th century note recalls WG Grace's legendary 14 hour innings in which he scored 400 runs, illustrating the era's record chasing and the cartoon explains the feat. It also mentions Townsend's 1000 mile walk in 1822 and a Tombstone frontier graveyard feature in Boothill Cemetery.
Dr Morris Fishbein explains sprains versus fractures and outlines urgent steps for ankle injuries. Emphasizes rest, elevation, ice, and physician assessment with X rays when needed. Discusses strapping, casts, anklets, baths, and new heat therapy to speed recovery.
Athens Elks dance at Nelsonville draws guests from Athens including John Collins and Ray W. Royer families. Nineteen bridge tables marked a big Athens Country Club party with hospitality by Mrs. Oscar Bingman and others. An American bald eagle visited Athens, circling the campus elm before being freed by Ohio University’s Dr. W A Matheny after being captured by John Gillett of Strouds Run.
Mr. Fred Josten was chosen delegate from Wells ton Lodge of Knights of Columbus to the state convention in Toledo on May 15 3. Charlies Mills bought the Morrison & Brown meat business on South Court Street and has possession. Mr. and Mrs. Wells plan to move household effects from Nelsonville.
Washington report notes signs of liberal and conservative realignment as Glass and Bulkley oppose Roosevelt measures, Borah and Norris push for bank deposit insurance, and inflation, public works, and policy debates stimulate growing conservative opposition to the Roosevelt program.
Dragonfly larvae prey on young fish using pincers while Jupiter’s moons show retrograde motion. A mummy in St James Church Garrick Hill dates back over 250 years with unknown identity. The Church family of clay pipe makers claim the world’s largest pipe collection. Lemon juice aids pastry dough digestion. Static sparks can ignite dust causing explosions. Mrs Cain Connett hosted guests at The Plains. Mr and Mrs Harry Dalton and children visited Nelsonville.
A word puzzle list with clues across and down. Items include names like Gabriel and Denmark, plus terms for anatomy, geography, and common objects. The grid combines many short clues such as bankrupted, inlet, wall, gastropod, and goblin with miscellaneous cryptic references and a note to answer a prior puzzle.
Leonard Tucker of Athens Ohio argues in The Messenger that terms like hell and the lake of fire refer to the second death not a living hell. He cites Greek Gehenna and Hebrew terms and condemns those who ignore original texts and translations.
On May 4 Rev Long and his bride occupied the Hermon parsonage and will serve as the local minister. Local attendees reported good prices at a Fon Williams farm sale. Lillian Bardin visited Mrs Burns in Amesville. George Fawcett’s children gathered at A D McCune’s home. Mr and Mrs R E Brassiere of Wheeling spent the weekend with A D McCune. A local youth group met at the Buchannon home last week.
Officers were elected by the University Men's Faculty at the annual business meeting held on June 1. E. B. Smith was chosen president, Willfred Mauck as secretary, Caskey as treasurer, and Emmett Rowles named a member of the Council.
The article notes Venus and Sun aiding progress for those near growth, with potential high office and support from powerful backers. It emphasizes talent and cultured bearing as key traits for favorable placement and prestige in coming days.
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