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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1937
Page
4
City officials in Athens and surrounding hill towns seek street widening as the dominant solution to congestion. Residents resist wider right of way on repaved streets, sacrificing trees and yards. Officials urge a policy to minimize expense and preserve curb appeal while expanding widths.
An opinion piece muses on the abdication of the Duke of Windsor, his marriage to Wallis Simpson, and the public’s mixed feelings toward royalty. It argues history may view his reign as brief and his life as a playboy, while Britain’s crown remains an enduring symbol.
A reflection on daily kindness and quiet virtue. The piece honors ordinary folk who practice neighborly love, Christian charity, and decency, noting their unseen impact and the loss felt when such goodness passes from communities. It argues people of goodwill outnumber the famous and sustains society.
The Des Moines laundry workers strike proved comparatively calm as participants reportedly kept their shirts on, reflecting a restrained protest atmosphere.
As grade school ceremonies return, readers wonder about which diplomas and marriage licenses are issued this year, and how schools recognize graduates in the current season.
The House refuses a $5,000,000,000 annual pension bill and signals a shift on Roosevelt's relief plan. A Senate- House appropriations majority aims to slash PWA funding, cancel the $145,000,000 revolving fund, and end the Ickes pet project. If passed, this marks a sweeping retrenchment and potential rise of fiscal-statecraft.
The Farley candidate for FCC secretaryship remains with the Democratic National Committee, aiming for a Commerce Department post. Thomas J. Slowie, secretary to Rep William S. Jacobsen of Iowa, won the post, chosen by James Roosevelt, the President's son and secretary.
De Valera outlines a modest Irish state proposal aimed at autonomy within the British Commonwealth. He seeks a Canada Australia style status but cautions that reliance on Britain’s navy makes complete independence unlikely.
The text notes President Roosevelt cannot secure six Supreme Court justices, with opposition from the House and legislators. It suggests at best two justices plus a constitutional retirement amendment might emerge, while the President shows no sign of compromise. Rumors claim two justices may resign after the term, risking further political tension.
A report describes the Demagogue Club expanding with structured debate groups. Members target subjects like the power trust and war while using public objections to influence votes. One member denounces a bill then votes for it, showing demagogic reach. He also challenges a veterans lobby in the gallery but aligns with them to avoid conflict.
An ad copy questions marital norms with a provocative query about polygamy. The teaser hints at a film addressing social conventions and is presented in a period style to provoke curiosity.
General Hugh S. Johnson argues the U S two party system remains intact with GOP liberal and Democratic conservative lines. He compares Adullamite factions to cave dwellers driving administration policy and questions whether the administration can keep balancing disparate groups without alienating Old Lady Democracy.
A collection of brief quotations from David Rennie Hardman, President Roosevelt, Dr A J Stoddard, Gen Francisco Franco, Mrs Walter Hagen, and Jack Dempsey. The sayings touch on leisure use, peace preservation, urban decay, and the changing nature of boxing.
Charles F. Davis argues the treasury's gold purchases threaten inflation and calls for taxing bank deposits or issuing new currency to curb interest. He warns of a looming strike by money and laments rising wages and prices while urging action to protect capitalism.
Dr Morris Fishbein outlines how rheumatic fever can start with subtle, widespread symptoms in youngsters from ages five to fifteen. Fatigue pale complexion and abnormal heart rate may precede acute attacks, with growing pains and abdominal pains signaling potential heart involvement and the need for medical examination.
Philip Hendry arrives in Seattle to learn about Joan but gains little. In Green Hills Bob Andrews dines with John Hendry as Abraham cooks a bachelor dinner. Hendry reveals a will change leaving Joan a third, prompting astonishment and questions about future obligations.
The piece recalls Dr Hoyt Stimson born 1823 in Virginia who practiced in Nelsonville Guysville and Athens and served on the Athens city council. It also recounts Alexander B Scott of Marietta born 1840 later running Chauncey stores, McConnelsville mills, and Athens Herrold and Stewart mills, father of W H Scott and Wibur Scott. William H Scott led Athens Union Schools and later Ohio University preparatory school, joined faculty in 1869 and became Ohio University president in 1872 and married Sarah Felton.
The special Messenger Mothers Day edition names Lavinia Warner the oldest mother, Lavania Weatherby, and Ida Zeigler of Gibisonville with the most children. The Sans Souci Spring dance grand march was led by Helen Roush and Don Kinsel with several couples and initiates listed. Mr and Mrs A R Hawk and children traveled to Delaware for Mothers Day, joined by Mrs B H Pugh and Mrs W F Pugh.
Ohio hosts French commissioners led by General Joffre in Columbus while others relocate for wartime duties. notables move between Athens and Anderson and Pittsburgh and Youngstown. Court Street paving delays reflect labor shortages and material costs. Ohio University closes for summer. normal schools shut by Gov. Cox. Seventy men from Ohio University enter training, naming several individuals.
Poet's Corner echoes a reader memory with lines about a mother, cherished Bible, and peaceful exit to heaven. Minnie Gastin of Haydenville Ohio signs the brief tribute and notes the beloved prayers and songs that linger in her memory.
The speaker, Bessie M. Gorslene of Athens Ohio, declares rebellion against oppressive wealth policies and argues that Heaven exists and will be proven by those facing death. She contrasts rebels in Spain and Russia with her own view that the rich man's policies hurt the poor, likening them to wildflowers and not houseplants.
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