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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1936
Page
4
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The piece argues for re electing Congressman Jenkins, praising his twelve years in Washington. It stresses experience over experimentation, cites his record on labor, coal, roads, and district welfare, and frames him as knowledgeable about Congress and local needs.
The piece argues that seeking easy living in new frontiers like the South Seas or the American West fails. It notes two disillusioned couples returning from the South Seas and warns that genuine security requires personal effort, with government aid unlikely to prevent hardship.
A writer shows ten states, Mississippi to West Virginia, backed by the New Deal, received fifty two million dollars more from federal relief than they paid in taxes during the year. Senator Norris notes the pattern as evidence of government cost to taxpayers.
Postmaster General Farley dominates Senate strategy for President Roosevelt on the tax bill and relief legislation. His pressure and favors shift lawmakers toward passage with minor concessions as Congress eyes an early summer adjournment around June 6. Emil Hurja aided Farley in past battles to protect holding companies.
The White House considers a Texas Centennial plan causing the President to pause in Mississippi Arkansas and Texas. Congressmen from those states lead tax and relief bills and are urged to pass them quickly before mid June or July convention time. Presidential favors may not wait for renomination deadlines.
The article traces the origin of education in Athens County rooted by Ohio University. It notes the first permanent teachers’ group formed December 17, 1853, in Athens with leaders including S. Howard and Weethee. The first institute occurred October 7, 1856 at Coolville followed by sessions in Albany and Athens.
In recent assessments officials expect little change for one to two years. The Russo Japanese situation is viewed as more dangerous than the European outlook though many doubt armed conflict within a year. The hesitancy stems from fears on both Red and Japanese sides.
Mrs. Sara Delano Roosevelt says she doubts her son should campaign this year and that voters will decide his fate for another four years. Adolf Hitler expresses disdain for Germany while Bishop Ernest L. Waldorf reflects on man’s capacity to discern true values and avoid mere trinkets.
A White House associate describes the President’s pious wish for the Wagner Housing Bill as “a hope for the record” while Roosevelt theatrically demonstrates the sentiment. The piece notes bitter infighting among New Deal housing factions despite a two week media lull.
Singled out by reporters as a potential Republican adviser Bruce Barton is linked to the Heaven Home and Mother program. Observers note the RNC seeks advertising expertise over newspaper experience and warn Barton may face tough Washington tactics if chosen.
Quote from Mrs. Curtis Bok in Philadelphia criticizes school finances and argues administrators focus too narrowly on basic academics rather than broader education needs.
John L. Lewis president of the United Mine Workers of America left the anthracite wage conference to fly to Washington after word that his son would undergo an emergency operation.
The column corrects a misnaming of Assistant Interior Secretary Char lie West as Roy O. West. Roy O. West is a former secretary of the same department. The piece notes Roy O. is a Republican and Charles a Democrat, and offers an apology to both men.
An eastern Democratic House member recounts that he and a colleague sat in their offices and got drunk to vote for the original NRA, an effort they hated doing.
The Black lobby committee pushes harder on its strategy as a new film could prompt a review of files for a message to a Mr. Garcia.
In New York a robbery left five men without their pants though shirts were not mentioned. The incident underscores a unusual street crime with no reported injuries.
A widow recounts her believed agreement with the famed magician Houdini describing a secret compact that included a sliding pane as a key element. The claim adds to the mystique surrounding Houdini and his reported contracts.
In a joking note during stormy conditions, readers react playfully to the film title Anything Goes noting its fit with the turbulent weather. The light moment contrasts with the season’s mood.
A brief item notes Joan Blondel vacationing with her young son where she unexpectedly loses several pounds, leaving readers with a playful update on her seaside trip.
The remark calls the speaker a great humanitarian of Nebraska and likens the New Deal era’s favorable state support to a divine gift of salvation. The quote emphasizes perceived generous policy as a blessing from the era.
Mrs. Mary Crippen of Athens is named oldest mother at 96. Mrs. William Jordan of Circle Hill has the most children with fifteen. Mrs. Seth Robinson of Logan is dubbed most typical mother. Judge S S M Johnson and Dr James P Patrick led the judging for The Athens Messenger. A protest delegation draped the Statue of Liberty in mourning. The Athens High School Band and 52 musicians traveled to New Lexington for the Perry County field meet.
Danish labor unions announce a sympathy strike in support of British workers marking the first major spread of Britain's labor dispute to the European continent.
Miss Ida Bowser returned from limbus where she heard Bostos Grand Opera Company. Mrs Anna K Price and son Sumner Middleport and daughter Louise Price Loveland were weekend guests of Athens friends. Women's Music Club met at Mrs Harry G Stalder's home with Stalder elected president Merwin vice president Coombe recording secretary Woods corresponding secretary Pickett treasurer.
Poet's Corner shares reader verses celebrating mothers. Edna Gilkey of Shade Ohio writes I Love My Mother with recalling tenderness. Margaret Eckels from Nelsonville Route 2 and Leda Sams contribute short mother centered pieces.
Linda Bourne, a socially prominent Newtown native, moves from penniless instability after her father’s death to a glamor filled life in Hollywood. She supports Dix Carter as he seeks success while hoping to marry him, and she schemes to meet Basil Thorne to catapult his career. The chapter ends with Linda dialing Basil Thorne to arrange a meeting.
Dr Morris Fishreiv outlines early infancy development from birth to four months. He notes babies improve daily in growth and awareness, urges careful clothing against cold and heat, and describes smiling, cooing, crying, yawning, and reacting to light and voices.
Ironton authorities arrested William Mead on forgery charges after a pursuit from Portsmouth to Ironton and back to Iowa. The Madison County subject was wanted on check forgery warrants and was taken into custody without incident.
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