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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1929

Page

4

White House Chauffeur Driven Flivver Highlights Cape Happenings

In Washington noted as a whimsical feature, Mia Alva afer the White House housekeeper rides in a new flivver driven by a chauffeur. Mrs Long, arriving March, replaced Mrs Riley after three years under the Coolidges. The Rogers and Hoovers connections surface amid a crowded social season and the dinner party hosted by Eugene Meyers.

Nodnes Wig Hington Washington Mia Alva Afer White House Mrs. Long Longe BE. A. Riley Calvin

Buchtel forum clashes over baccalaureate plan and social precedence

Readers recount a 1929 Buchtel commencement controversy as the high school auditorium hosted events with Catholic and Methodist ministers and a chorus split over where the baccalaureate sermon should be held. A choir member’s conduct spurred further conflict amid calls for community harmony.

Messenge Happy Hollow Board of Education P. L. A. Bazaar Winifred Shirley Buchil P T. A Methene Baptist Church Jon P.T. A Methodist Church

A Thought for Today Montandre Quote

A reflective line from Montandre contrasts earthly power with humility. It notes that rulers appear elevated only because others bear them, and when support ends they fall or sprawl on the ground. The quotation cites Ecclesiastes 10 7.

Montandre

Debenture plan to subsidize agriculture faces opposition

Theodore M. Knappen explains a Senate favored debenture plan that would finance farm subsidies by honoring debentures equal to half the tariff on exported crops. The scheme shifts tariff revenue to agriculture while raising living costs and reshaping distribution, with wide business impacts.

Senate Hoover House Theodore M. Knappen Washington United States Treasury

Per Capita Share of Local Consumption Costs Analyzed

A historical note calculates that if the entire sum were borne by Americans in the town and cities, the average cost would be $33 per person. The insight highlights the burden on residents and the distribution of payments across the population.

Day by Day in Greater New York City by Gilbert Swan

In New York City Chinatown the Chinese Theater bustles with family crowds and roaming hawkers as actors work amid children, candy, and a nonstop audience from midnight. The piece notes performers like Miss Picon, Joe, and Maurice Schwartz as early shapers of Manhattan’s theater scene.

Greater New York City Gilbert Swan Messenger New York Broadway Belt Chinatown Manhattan Moll Picon Second Avenue Atlanta East Side Broadway Talking Pictures Joe Maurice Schwartz

Swiss cantons reject prohibition in all regions

All twenty four cantons voted against prohibition and local option. The Swiss, a small people, have governed themselves for centuries and prefer to drink as they choose. The proposed law would not affect beers and wines, which Europeans use temperately. The Swiss will drink or refrain based on their own judgment rather than inns deciding for them.

Edward Everett Gann Curtis Alice Switzerland

Pineapple Health Advice From Dr. Frank McCoy

Dr. Frank McCoy answers health questions and explains pineapple as a fruit. It describes its growth, ripening, and nutritional content, plus recipes for pineapple gelatine and frozen pineapple desserts. The piece notes unsweetened juice, serving ideas, and cautions on mixing with starches.

Frank McCoy Meet

Crushed Pineapple Dessert Served With Protein Meal

Plain crushed pineapple served in individual cups makes a splendid dessert for a protein meal. If desired, the pineapple may be garnished with whipped cream and watercress or mint leaves.

Baked Ham With Pineapple and Cheese Crumbs Dish

A dated home recipe describes boiling ham with pineapple and melba toast crumbs. It suggests baking in a moderate oven for 45 minutes until well browned, serving in lettuce leaves with crushed or sliced pineapple and cottage cheese, no dressing.

California Prisoners Use Drug-Tilled Paper as Chewing Drug Source

A California prison chief barred confiscated newspaper clippings, while inmates soak and chew them to extract drugs. The practice shifts reading to chemical extraction and oral ingestion, raising security concerns about contraband and intoxication risks. The piece also notes Ramsay MacDonald urging Labor support and Lord Neave rbrook predicting a large Labour vote.

Labor Party blamed for Britain's worst strike and coal crisis

The Labor Party sought to settle national labor troubles but England faced a severe strike era. Ramsay MacDonald faced sincerity versus practice as coal industries suffered and tens of thousands stayed unemployed.

Ramsay MacDonald Labor Party England Britain

Clemenceau’s Book to Omit Attacks on Foch and Religion

The article notes Georges Clemenceau will publish a new book with no attack on the late Marshal Foch who was religious, while Clemenceau’s irreligion was blamed for blocks to his presidential bid. It discusses French attitudes toward clergy and includes a quiz of varied questions and answers on U.S. corporate names and White House room counts.

Clemenceau Foch Marshal Marshal Foch Clémenceau France

Bells and buoy stlikes and hoovers sons born

The text notes two types of bell buoys and explains bell ringing by clappers moved by buoy sway or by a spring. It also states President Hoover's two sons were born in London England.

President

Appalling Word Usage In Daily English Study

A daily study note teaches correct usage of appalling as a verb or adjective. It explains pronunciation, common misuses, and how to express fear or horror with examples such as appalling difficulties confronted us.

Eight percent of gasoline use by motor industry

The South East Ohio Motor Club reports that eight per cent of gasoline consumption is attributed to the motor industry, highlighting its share of fuel use.

South East Ohio Motor Club

Athena County Tai to Open Gymnasium on Ohio University Campus

Workmen clean the interior of the Athena County Tai as the new gymnasium on the southern edge of Ohio University campus prepares to open to the public in two weeks. Prof C Stewart begins a row home on Congress Street under contractor L Heaton. Superintendent Morgan named Athens County chairman of the Boy Scout Week committee for June 8 to 11. I M Foster hosts a Fi Beta Phi dinner for actives and pledges before heading to Congress.

Nen Ohio University Prof. C. Stewart Congress Street L. Heaton Morgan Athens County Citizens’ Committee I. M. Foster Fi Beta Phi Congress

Professor Treadley speaks at Waterford high school commencement

Professor Frederick Treadley traveled to Beverleg today to deliver the commencement address for Waterford high school seniors. The event marked the close of the academic year with students, staff, and families in attendance.

Frederick Treadley Beverleg Waterford

Cloudy skies dim moon eclipse for local observers

Last night a total lunar eclipse drew limited viewing as clouds covered the sky most of the time. When the veil lifted briefly the moon appeared particularly brilliant to those outside observing sites.

Athens youths travel to Toledo to pick up cars

The Lostro Auto Sales Company dispatched 26 prominent Athens residents to Toledo to drive back new cars tomorrow.

Lostro Auto Sales Company Athens Toledo

Manufacturers and Jobbers Association to Athens Visit

The Manufacturers and Jobbers Association in Columbus will send over 200 representatives to Athens for a two hour visit on Wednesday and will be accompanied by the 168th Infantry Band.

Manufacturers’ and Jobbers? Association Columbus Athens 168Th Infantry

Crossword Puzzle Clue List Mixed With Incomplete Phrases

Readable fragments show crossword clues and partial answers across horizontal and vertical lists. Items include clothing, animals, woodworking terms, and descriptive phrases, with many misspellings and garbled terms indicating a damaged page.

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Cape Alice Longworth Eugene Meyers Will McDonald Buchtet, Ohio Ruth Brian Owen Florida William Jennings Bryan Jack Garner Texas United States Produce Commission Chambers of Commerce Rafel R. Johnson Rafel Johnson Johnson Sunday Creek Rafel Samuel M. Johnson Oho University Billy Hagen Hagen University Bowery Playhouse Bond Bill Robinson Xesers Johnny Hudeens Connie Melion Arthur Brisbane King Features Incorporated McCoy Prozen Plessive Mra. J. K Mise H W. L California Hintons Labor Lord Neaverbrook H. A American Telephone and Telegraph Company General Electric Company General Motors International Nickel Standard Oil of New Jersey Metropolitan Life Equitable Life Consolidated Gas Trans- America Corporation National City Bank Base National Bank and Guaranty Trust Company Cmerged Byrd Eleanor Bolling Department of the Treasury W. L. Gordon Pierce Athena County Tai Pomona County PlebRi Tia
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