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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1929

Page

4

Indiana Congressman Ludiow Sees Higher View Of Congress

Rodney Clte Her Messenger Special Writer reports that Louis Ludiow of Indiana, once a press gallery observer, now holds a better opinion of both Congress and the voters he covers. He describes a shift from backstage cynicism to a more positive view after years among lawmakers and constituents.

Rodney Clte Messenger Washington Louis Ludiow Indiana Congress Ludiow Ludlow

Ludlow Seeks Congress Seat After Inaugural Praise

Indiana farmer turned politician Ludlow reflects on his vice presidency of the National Press Club, letters to Democratic leaders, and a surprising bid for Indiana’s district. He details his intense outreach, staff growth, and optimism about serving constituents while praising Congress and changes from the bar in the Capitol to improved moral tone.

National Press Club Congressional Record B. M. Ralston Ludlow Indianapolis Indiana Tom ‘Taggart Charles M. Greathouse Karl Peters Evans Woolen Meredith Nicholson Dstrict Hoover Washington Pennsylvania Railroad Capitol House Charles B. Landis Kenesaw Mountain Senate

Thought for Today Prov 28:16 Quote

A thought for today notes that a ruler craving understanding may oppress, while one who covets excess will shorten life. It adds a line about women having heart understanding being better than head.

Rogers

Coal Business Reorganizing Abandonment of Glouster Mines

The Glouster district abandons two large Ionio Collieries Company mines signaling a broader trend to consolidate and merge in the coal business. The aim is to cut production costs through efficiency, with openings to reach abandoned seams from other points to reduce haulage costs. The upcoming decade in the Hocking Valley is expected to see significant changes as producers fight to regain markets and persuade consumers to buy Ohio coal despite competing states’ campaigns.

Ionio Collieries Company Glouster Sanley Ohio Hocking Valley

Changing One Mystery for Another One

The piece argues state troopers reduce highway incidents and boost respect for rights, citing Athens and Hocking counties and New York cases. It weighs police presence against lingering mysteries of life, comparing electricity to life forces and noting science advances yet unresolved core questions.

Athens McArthur Athens County Hocking County New York State New York UW Allie

Plan to Cut Fatal Highway Crashes and Expand Police Protection

The drive targets fewer highway deaths by year end and envisions rural police protection in Ohio. It also suggests regulating drivers to prevent risks from disabled motorists harming others’ lives and property.

Ohio

The lone spring tree near Lancaster captures wide attention

A solitary wild crab or pink dogwood on a hillside south of Lancaster draws many travelers between Athens and Columbus. While a comfortable home sits nearby, it is the blooming tree that dominates sight and conversation, proving small details can outshine grand plans.

Lancaster Ohio Athens Columbus Nimes Athens-Columbus Highway

Greaafer New York City Notes on Talkies and Fashion

Trade and Hollywood gossip mix as Camila Horn seeks a one way ticket home but is snagged by Warner Brothers for The Man On the Box. Gloria Swanson arrives amid talk of Chaplin and United Artists while Fifth and Park Avenue fashion houses display hidden hats and costly Turkish baths with flea removal fees.

Iy Gidberet Swan Mewenger New York Hollywood Manhattan Camila Horn Danube John Karrymore Camilla Broadway Warner Brothers Fifth Avenue Park Avenue Bradstreet

Storemen Vote to Observe Thursday Holiday in May

About 39 storemen at New Lexington voted to observe a Thursday afternoon holiday during May June and July as part of their adjustment plan.

New Lexington Grave Friedreich

Health and Diet Advice From Dr Frank McCoy

Dr Francis McCoy offers health guidance via reader mail. It covers nail signs of malnutrition and disease, hand diagnostics, and how observation aids diagnosis, plus sample Q A on hand ball for office workers exercise bean nutrition and cooking methods.

Frank McCoy

Reforming Trade and Labor Practices Amid Economic Debate

The article discusses concerns over high prices and trade deficits while noting Assistant Secretary of Commerce Kietn cites rising American business methods. It cites losses from lax promotion and distribution and suggests improved handling and warehousing could save billions. It also references Henry Ford proposing a birthday work week to let workers enjoy earnings and ties prosperity to prudent wage spending.

Doctor Kietn Henry Ford Ford

New York Building Trades End 5 Day Week Fight

Builders and union leaders report victory after threats of strike by about 150,000 men. Agreement grants five and a half days pay for a five day week, signaling a major labor concession in New York.

New York Chesa

Workers' rest period urges fairness in five days

A line urging workers to shorten their portion to five days argues that if they can do in five days what others do in six, they should, as fair treatment to other men and justice.

Capper backs Hoover Farm Bill for farmers opposition to subsidy plan

Senator Capper of Kansas aligned with farmers by backing the President Hoover Farm Bill. He opposed the Debenture Subsidy Plan which would pay bonuses to exporting middlemen, a cost to lax payers.

Senator Capper Kansas President Hoover

Russia attacks farmed industry and tractor plans aid

The article notes Russia attacking farm production and a plan by Albert Kahn, a Ford designer, to spend $4,000 on tractor factories near the Volga. Factories would churn 46,000 tractors yearly at cost on long credit to farmers. It mentions Owen Young proposing German reparations in annuities over 37 years to reduce payments and keep US out of Europe.

Ehc George W. Crile Cleveland American Philosophical Society Philadelphia Crile Doctor Crile Russia Farmet Intelligentl Albert Kahn America Volga River Mer. Kahn Henry Ford Ford Owen FP. Young Britain Germany Europe

Election quip on Mr Young's selection provokes debate

A partisan remark praises the election of Mr Young while implying ongoing meddling. The statement hints at interference or influence in the political process, but offers no concrete actions or events.

Prohibition agents search Warship Richmonds for whisky

Agents stormed the U S Warship Richmonds for four hours seeking liquor but found none Captain Osterhaus said he believed no liquor would be aboard since sailors were searched after shore leave He noted the country admires but does not fully trust its sailors during wartime service

Prohibition U. S Richmonds Osterhaus

Vitamin A in ripe tomatoes debunks green tomato myth

Nutrition notes reveal ripe red tomatoes contain abundant Vitamin A essential for health, while green tomatoes lack this nutrient. The piece contrasts young chickens and lamb with mature beef and mutton, emphasizing maturity in food value and vitality.

Separate estate and citizenship in the 1920s

Answers discuss a separate estate for married women under which a husband has no control, two thirds of Indians gaining citizenship before 1924, the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair opening tentatively set for June 1, and the Amazon River’s size linked to valley geography between parallel mountain ranges with large streams.

United States Bureau of Indian Affairs Congress Chicago Amazon River I Ag Amazon Amazon Valley

Daily Study in Correct English Word Guide

A compact snippet on English usage and pronunciation. It notes phrases like it appeals to the masses and correct forms, plus tips on common misspellings. It includes etymology hints, a short word study on OBSESS, and aims to grow vocabulary through daily focus.

Uniforms for Troop One Scouts T: Met with Ohio doctors and local scholars under topics ranging from music to geography

Uniforms for Troop One Scouts funded by local donors including Henri Zenner and others. A local musician from the 32 Infantry, Buss Stephenson, is honorably discharged and returning home. Ohio physicians Dr. Hil Dr. McDougal Dr. Sprague attend the state medical association in Columbus. Athens High School students prepare for a Shakespeare declamation contest for the J. D. Brown prizes.

Boy Scouts Henri Zenner R. OS. Williams J. Preston J. OD. Brown Sam Siewel To AL Copeland Dr. Alderman A. ‘J T. Lawhead F W. Bush Buss” Stephenson 32 Infantry Tals Ohio State Medical Association Columbus C. C. Hil McDougal John Sprague Athens High School J. D. Brown

Decoration Day Services Tie Local Groups in Athens

At the invitation of CC Moore and the Athens K of BP, new companies from Nelsonville and Glouster join Athens Decoration Day services. M Stutz reelected president of the Marietta district Epworth League with Lewis W Wesley named treasurer. Despite a loss, a no hit game was pitched by Livingston Cabeen club players Krout and Hush. Miss Krapps, student at Ohio University, to give a vocal recital at the Auditorium tonight.

CC. O. Moore Athens MR. M. Stutz Marietta Epworth League Lewis W. Wesley Treas Thehey Livingston-Cabeen Krout Hush Ling Livingston Battery Misa Haze Krapps Carl Ferrel Toonight Miss Krapps Ohio University

Crossword Puzzle Clue List and Answers Fragment

A fragmented cross word page shows clues spanning horizontal and vertical clues. Names like Gertrude Ederle appear among the to be solved items.

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