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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1934

Page

4

The Athens Messenger Overview and Affiliations

The Athens Messenger is a daily weekday paper with a large Sunday edition, published by the Athens Messenger & Merald Printing Co. Gordon K. Bush serves as Publisher and General Manager, with Charles A. Morris as Managing Editor. It serves 109000 people across five Southeastern Ohio counties and lists multiple industry affiliations.

Frederick W. Bush Athens Messenger & Merald Printing CO Gordon K. Bush Charles A. Morris Ohio Athens

Washington Faces Labor Pressure and Roosevelt Strait

The piece portrays a tense national mood as organized labor presses to force terms on industry and the Roosevelt administration weighs intervention. It warns that a wave of strikes, including a potential steel walkout, could derail recovery and provoke public disapproval while urging long term purchasing power over immediate gains.

Washington Roosevelt American Federation of Labor Federated Workers

Prohibition Snapshot: Ohio Bootleg Trade Flourishing

Early surveys in Ohio show bootlegger business thriving and state revenue lagging. Legitimate dealers report widespread illegal liquor sales as many permits still permit bootleg sales. Distillers claim bootleggers maintain half the market. prices and education affect consumer shift. repeal spurred snooping but not full compliance.

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Direct Action Favored In Utility Rate Disputes

A Congressional measure shifts public utility rate cases from state to direct federal handling. The piece argues for quicker hearings to restore public confidence in commissions and courts, noting current litigation drags escalate costs and drag on reason for the suit. It calls for direct court action where ratepayers can clearly present their cases and tally outcomes.

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Inside the Darrow report influence and White House drama

Washington report traces Charles Edward Russell as the Darrow report's unseen guiding hand. It notes Russell's muckraking past, his influence on socialized industry ideas, and White House publicity during the NRA debate with Johnson and Steagall.

Washington Darrow Charles Edward Russell Chicago Russell Rush Mr. Russell Everybody's Magazine Upton Sinclair Lawrence Richey New York State Mr. Darrow White House NRA Roosevelt General Johnson Johnson

Dating Roots in Gender Roles Cited by Dr Montague

Dr M F Ashley Montague of New York University argues that young men choose wives mainly on sexual instinct while women favor handsome suitors, reflecting enduring gender stereotypes in marriage choices. The remarks appear in a broader discussion on mate selection and social norms.

M. F. Ashley Montague New York University

Dragons at the Bronx Zoo and a Komodo encounter

A Bronx Zoo visit features a herd of buffalo and rare Komodo dragons. The narrator reflects on dragons and myths while observing three giant lizards named Das Kapital Rugged Individualism and Class Struggle. He recalls his own dragon-themed writing and ponders a future trip to Chicago and the World’s Fair.

Bronx Zoo Bronx Atlantic Seaboard Here Bridgeport Round Table Knight The Komodo Dutch East Indies Java St. George Primo Carera Rugged Das Jack Dempsey New York Darwin Chicago Hannibal Alps Joshua Das Kapital

Diet guidelines for indigestion from a large US clinic

A vetted list of foods to ease indigestion covers juices like orange and grapefruit avoided for fiber, and moderate coffee. It prescribes soft cereals, certain breads, lean meats, fish, certain vegetables, structured meals, and cautious dairy and desserts. It warns against coarse or high fiber items and notes prunes relieve constipation when cooked and eaten regularly.

Sleep and gentle routines help tired children behave

The article argues that fatigue drives misbehavior in children and urges early bedtimes, quiet evenings, and rest during the day if needed. It highlights that grown noise can disturb the tired child, outdoor play aids sleep, and doctors or parents should seek underlying unhappiness if sleep fails.

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National Farmers Union grows fast reaches million members

The Messenger editorial lauds the National Farmers Union expanding through 36 states with 12 union papers and thousands of recruits monthly. It argues against wholesale foreclosures, promotes the Frazier-Lemke Bill for long term refinancing, and contrasts it with the current farm mortgage act, asserting bankers profit under present terms.

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Notable Local Activities From Years Past Arts and Education

Ten years ago Mrs. E D Sayre led the eastern District of Women's Federated at a state convention. C H Horn spoke at a Kiwanis Club dinner. William Messenger of Hockingport owned a one hundred eleven acre farm. Chauncey and Dover Township boards created a new superintendant post. Mrs Allen Riley hosted a dinner for her sister in Nelsonville. Arthur C Johnson of Columbus served as a trustee of Ohio University. A large picnic occurred at the Ley ley farm along the Athens Cansaovilit road. The Ley Christian Endeavor Association held its annual convention with speakers including De Forest March and W Riley. The Bardin Brothers Lumber firm acquired the Interstate plant.

The Ley Christian Endeavor Association Sonville de Forest March H. V.cear W. Riley Verna Hardner Martin E. Bierer John W. Day Fred Lee Tomsa

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