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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1921
Page
4
The United States Steel Corporation implements a 20 percent wage reduction, boosting the average wage since 1920 well above 1915 levels and over twice the prewar wage. While living costs drop, critics argue price cuts are insufficient, noting wage reductions exceed price cuts by about $8 a ton and urging deeper reductions.
Mrs. Samuel McKelvie wife of Nebraska governor Charles Myrick McKelvie handles all housework in a twenty room mansion and faces social duties as the governor's wife. She follows a disciplined routine starting at 10 a.m. and believes true Americanism comes from her grandmother’s example while maintaining modest grocery spending unless entertaining.
The passage extols women in politics and social life who prefer simple food and entertainment. It lauds home keeping and economy in elevated circles and calls such wives and mothers a safeguard for America.
A Rural Manhood article argues against only reforming college athletics and calls for colleges to become centers of broad physical health programs. It urges inclusivity of all students and community members in balanced, healthful recreation and expanded training beyond star athletes. Prof. John F. Smith supports colleges guiding such programs nationwide.
A New York Evening Mail item reflects on Magellan’s 400 year old death in the Philippines. The page also teases fashion ads and a light quip about overcoats insured for 57 dollars for Vice President Coolidge. A humorous exchange questions whether a duck can swim and a cow gives milk.
This piece explains the mandate concept under the League of Nations, detailing three main classes A B and C, what powers and duties a mandate entails, and the United States position as an associate power not in the league or peace treaty. It notes annual reporting, limits on armaments and fortifications, religious freedom, and education under mandates.
A sharp assertion links historic Verdun resolve to the effectiveness of advertising. The piece argues the mindset is essential for consumer success and highlights the power of bold campaigns over cautious messaging.
A 1920 advertising push, once mocked as folly, propelled a single manufacturer to outsell rivals during depression times. Competitors admit ignorance, while readers note the power of sustained campaigns and market visibility over ad-less brands.
The essay argues that sellers who advertised moved their cheapened stock, faced price drops in raw materials, and outlasted rivals whose inventories remained costly. It asserts advertising benefits both consumer and seller, linking wartime resolve at Verdun to a successful advertising spirit.
A housewife finishes cleaning only for the day to turn cold and dirty again as coal fires burn and rain pours over several days, casting dark skies over the town. The account ends with the storm's persistence.
The sun brought a rise in gasoline sales by about ten thousand percent, though several houses will still need cleaning afterward.
The informant reveals the Watch Dog stands about six feet tall and wears black shoes and a white collar. this description covers the first hour of appearance and aims to resolve rumors about the mysterious figure.
Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock the Fast Side School hosts its May Day exercises. The program features young children in dainty costumes and is described as delightful. parents are urged to attend if possible.
Mother's Day was observed in Athens with full church attendance across several churches. The minister moved hearts with tender words about mothers, prompting many parishioners who had not attended in months to return.
Thirteen of eighteen Hocking County fair board members met with Secretary Christman Friday. County Agent Bailey proposed a premium list for 4H clubs and the board budgeted 228. They will seek OSU extension help to reclassify livestock and aim to show the state experiment farm’s pure breed stock. Admission rises to 50 cents with grandstand free. a committee handles building painting and the $3600 from old fair grounds sale.
Between 7 and 11 o clock four hundred guests gathered at the Harrington residence to greet Rolland R. Harrington and his bride who recently arrived from Duncan Oklahoma. The decor featured pink geraniums snap dragons and ferns with pink rose buds at the table centers. Refreshments were served by Mrs Claude Pettit and helpers while Miss Jeanette Harrington and Miss Alice Frasch arranged sweet pea favors. Guests from out of town included Mrs C B Millard Boston Mass Mrs F Harrington and Miss Eveline Harrington Columbus Mrs Rollin B Truesdale and Mrs Sarah James of Binghamton NY and Mr and Mrs E R Raymond Athens.
The King's Daughters hosted a Ford party at the M E Church on Friday. Fifty miniature Ford cars were placed for donations to aid missionaries in need of Fords. A two course supper was served by the committee.
The program ends with a toast and a reading of the poem The Wonderful Ford Coupe. Names Nelle Dowler Mrs C A Allen Esther Weth erill Mrs W C Brashares Mrs Carlton Bright Emma McClain Minnie McBroom are noted among participants.
Mrs Elizabeth Brown aged 384 died at her home in Marion Township Friday after an eight year illness from hardening of the arteries. She was one of the oldest citizens of the township. Four sons Sylvester Brown of Maxville James and Thomas of Marion Township.
The obituary lists John of Highland Park Michigan and one daughter Mrs. Hannah Webb of this city as survivors. It notes she leaves 29 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren in addition to her children.
The Wallace Mirway attraction ended a week long contract with the local American Legion post Saturday night and headed to Glouster to perform under the Sportsmen Club. Locals call it Logan’s cleanest and best carnival in years. owned by Ike Wallace and Jack Richards with winter headquarters in Columbus. The show features five performances a ferris wheel merry go round a ladies band and numerous stalls.
Robert McBee the advance man has a brother in Athens and a strong letter of recommendation from Post Commander F. Lauer of the local legion.
St Marys Lancaster lost to L H S with a 11 to 6 score on Friday. Infield play stood out with three double plays executed crisply. The season record now rests at three wins and one loss. Batteries listed: St Marys Godwy Hollowig Logan Roberts Stoughton Foreman Lauer.
A new automobile device leverages cylinder compression to push gasoline from the tank to the carburetor. The system promises improved fuel delivery and efficiency as part of engine performance enhancements.
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