Athens Messenger formal notice of publication details and pricing
The Athens Messenger announces publication as a weekday afternoon paper with Saturday exception and a morning edition in Athens Ohio. It lists publisher Frederick Wib 1806 to 1929 and Gordon K. Bush as publisher and general manager, with Charles H. Garris as managing editor. It covers five counties in Southeastern Ohio and outlines membership in newspaper associations and circulation, plus subscription rates and mailing details.
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Ecovers
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The Demand for Autos in April Shows Upturn
The April rise in American automobile production marks the first genuine upturn since the industry’s downturn. Demand from retailers is driving supply as manufacturers produce for existing orders, signaling robust consumer interest and potential benefits for broader business activity.
Japan Advances Into China Amid League Welfare Debate
The report notes Japan pressing toward Peiping after piercing the Great Wall and advancing on central China. It cites heavy casualties, with 606 Chinese soldiers killed this week and total losses exceeding 20,000, while accusing the League of Nations of inaction.
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Japan
China
Pieping
Manchoukuo
League of Nations
League
Inflation Aims To Ease U S Debt Burden And Credit
Government plans inflation to reduce debt. With $21.44 billion in federal bonds and $10 billion owed by states and municipalities, a cheaper dollar could loosen credit and boost revenues as business improves. Foreign war debt of $11 billion may reduce gains. Inflationary policy protects high grade bonds.
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United States
Repayment Plan Guides Nelsonville Relief Stance
Nelsonville's city council endorsed self respect by rejecting money for the Army of the Unemployed and urged able bodied individuals to repay society through work. Meigs County relief officials vow to cut off able workers who refuse cooperation as gardens loom and relief needs diminish.
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Nelsonville
Meigs County
The Why of the Burden and Tax Policy Failure
An editorial argues the 1930s tax burdens grew as gov ernment expanded with new bureaus and bond issues. It blames public indifference in the jazz era for current difficulties and calls for taxpayer accountability and repentance rather than blaming others.
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Cross Roads
Jones
Marriage proves a man’s ideal rarely matches reality
Dorothy Dix notes that men plan to marry the perfect wife but are drawn to unpredictable "flibberty-gibbet" types. She argues that marrying for one quality often fails as husbands blame wives for mismatches, wishing for a safe, plain partner who fits expectations.
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Flibberty-Gibbet
Paris
Mother's Day Visit and Local Civic Dedications
Mrs H W Grover traveled to Huntington West Virginia to visit her daughters Mia Elizabeth Beatty and Miss Maria Grover over Mother's Day. Prof F Coultrap was elected president of the Athens County crypts owners association with Dr A Y Wilcox participating in dedicatory services. County Engineer Fred R Baker began work on 600 feet of cement paving from the bridge over the Hocking River to Joe Davis residence on Carbondale Kimberly Road. Kiwanis and Rotary Club representatives urged Athens to adopt daylight saving time.
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H. W. Grover
Huntington
W. Va
Mia
Elizabeth Beatty
Maria Grover
F. &. Coultrap
Association of
Athens County Owners of
West Union Street
James Harvey
A. Y. Wilcox
Fred R. Baker
Hocking River
Joe Davis
Carbondale-Kimberly Road
Life and works of Louisa May Alcott studied by circle
At the Higley Study Circle final meeting of the year a paper on Louisa May Alcott was read by Mrs. C. C. Millikan. The article notes memorial services for deceased members and other local events, including a high school address by Dean E. W. Chubb in Coalton.
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Higley Study Circle
Louisa May Alcott
C. C. Millikan
John Finsterwald
Infant prodigy of Seattle and quackery in 19th century medicine
The cartoon explains Little Laurene Lindgren born in Everett who began public performances at 11 months in Seattle and could play Chopin by age three. It contrasts with St John Long Liniment hailed as quackery, claiming it cured many ailments and earned vast profits before the heirs sold the formula after his death. Tomorrow: The Failings Of The Sun.
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Seattle
Laurene Louise Lindgren
Everett
Washington
St. John Long
Mula
Medical Superstitions And Belief In Omens Persist
Dr Morris Fishbein notes widespread superstition in health beliefs from ancient tales to modern times. A Rippon College study shows 87 percent doubt birthmark links to maternal birthmarks while 50 percent of freshmen believe in prenatal influence and telepathy. Education reduces credulity as students become seniors.
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Morris Fishbein
Pliny the Elder
Pomponianus
Pliny
George J. Dudycha
Rippon College
Midwest
Germany
Dudycha
About Your Children Describes Child Labor Plight
Olive Roberts Barton argues for federal child labor reform as sweatshops spread from Connecticut and New Jersey toward Pennsylvania. She praises the Child Labor Bureau for its data and calls for stronger action to curb abusive bosses and end debt bondage.
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Children's Bureau
Department of Labor
National
Pennsylvania
Europe
Connecticut
New Jersey
New York
Roosevelt Confronts Hidden Powers in New Deal Proposals
The article outlines how Roosevelt’s administration sought broad delegated powers in budgets and bills, including potential authority to cancel contracts and control production. It notes censorship risks, the Perkins amendments, and automatic retirement plans were watered down to limit executive reach. It also hints at concerns over experts and long-serving officials being lost.
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Independent Offices
United States
Budget Bureau
Roosevelt
Congress
State Department
Perkins
White House
County agents debate spurs public forum in The Messenger
In a letter to the editor The Messenger panel voices concerns over county agent funding and the agricultural program. The writer praises community support and questions why farm services should bear larger cuts while other public services could be trimmed to save money.
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Board of Commissioners
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Destroyer Guards Sunken Ship's Hulk to Keep Peace
NERFOLK May 10 The destroyer Davis guards the sunken Merida treasure hulk about 60 miles off the Virginia capes to preserve order as rival expeditions seek salvage of about 5 million dollars. Davis, Coast Guard flagship, moved to scene after Capt Bowdoin reported intruders threatening his expedition. Bowdoin and crew reportedly drove rivals from a position they had mapped.
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Merida
Virginia Capes
Coast Guard
H. L. Bowdoin
Salvor
Hall-Evarts
Bowdoin
Vatican farewell for Mooney appointed to Japan
Monsignor Mooney of Ohio, named apostolic delegate to Japan, was received by the Pope in a farewell audience in Vatican City. He plans to sail for Japan at month end via the United States.
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Vatican City
Monsignor Mooney
Ohio
Japan
United States
Notable nativity Irving born on this day
The planetary forecast warns disputes over funds and cautious legal acts. It cautions against rash decisions and treachery, urging diligence in signing documents and guarding against fraud while noting a child born today may face fluctuating outcomes based on wisdom.
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Variety Questions Puzzle Clues
The puzzle lists horizontal clues spanning diplomacy welding terms to language notes and extinct roots along with a missing footer clue. It reads like a cross word answer key with entries such as first woman in the U S diplomatic corps and various phonetic and linguistic hints.
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