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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1933

Page

4

The Athens Messenger and Herald Ad Rates and Publisher Details

The Athens Messenger and Herald publishes weekday afternoons with Sunday morning edition. Publisher Gordon K. Bush and Gen Mgr Charles H. Harris oversee editorial staff. Distribution covers Athens and surrounding communities in five counties. Subscription rates listed include 50 dollars yearly by mail in Ohio, with weekly and short-term options.

Establisheo W. Bush Athens nEssEsse & Herald Ting CO Gordon K. Bush Mgr Charles H. Harris Ohio Nelsonville Glouster Logan Pomeroy Middleport Coolville Gallipolis

An Expert’s Advice From Spike O’Donnell on Crime

The passage quotes Spike O’Donnell advising Senator Copeland that honest cops and court cooperation are key to fighting crime. It notes the recipe is simple but the real challenge lies in fixing why police honesty and court cooperation falter within a democracy.

Spike O'Donnell Chicago Royal Copeland

Public Reaction Shifts From Cheer to Scrutiny of Recovery Program

The piece notes a transition from unanimous approval to widespread criticism of the recovery program. It argues that open analysis, sparked by perceived flaws, strengthens democracy and prevents an unchecked, dictatorial drift while urging continued public engagement.

Roosevelt Eyes Russia as Major Postword Trade Market

The Roosevelt administration views the Soviet Union as a vast potential market for American goods. Estimates show Russia could import up to 350 million dollars annually if recognition leads to strong trade, with railways machinery and cotton among key needs. Financing may come from a 75 million dollar Reconstruction Finance Corporation loan, and a commercial treaty is anticipated from Roosevelt-Litvinov talks.

Roosevelt Soviet Russia America Soviet Union European Siberia United States Commerce Department U. S Reconstruction Finance Corporation

Dear Miss Dix on Breakups and Work Choices

Dorothy Dix advises that ending a failed engagement can be better than marrying without love and that women may abandon a partner but men face censure. She urges clear enthusiasm in marriage and notes a wife may work only if it preserves the home and husband’s support.

Miss DIX Miy Dorothy DIX

Nelsonville Socials and School Halloween Party

Ten years ago local families hosted guests including Rev and Mrs. John son and Virginia Allen at a two course dinner. A masquerade musical occurred at Mrs. Warrington's home. Murray City Fourth graders under Miss O Connor and Miss Donoghue held a Halloween party. Mr. and Mrs. McVay visited relatives in Leroy. The reading club met as Miss Cora Bailey reviewed The Covered Wagon for the Current Events Club.

E. W. Allen Nelsonville C. L. Johnson Virginia Murray City Miss O'Connor Miss Donoghue Cora Bailey Current Events Club

James Allen Appointed Superintendent at Canaan Coal

James Allen longtime president of the United Mine Workers sub district is named superintendent of Canaan Coal Company mines. Edith Palmer hosted guests from Charleston and Marietta for the Henry Kaler wedding. Judge J M Wood and son Robert traveled to Louisville on a business trip. Mrs Lillian Fuller visited Hebbardaville with her brother George Allen and family. Professor and Mrs F S Coustrap hosted Sunday guests their sons Don and Maning. A rule requires us to purchase nearly equal amounts from Russia.

James Allen United Mine Workers Canaan Coal Company Lillian Fuller Hebbardaville George Allen FS. Coustrap Don and Maning

Best Minds Gauge Progress Of National Recovery Program

Washington dispatch summarizes views of administration advisers on the national recovery program. It notes gradual improvement in business with a 60 percent rise from the year’s low, NRA normalization, agriculture pricing shifts, tariff policy aims to ease foreign competition, and optimism about future farm parity and industrial revival.

Rodney Dutcher Washington, D. C Russia NRA Ford Ballyhoo Farmera Roosevelt Washington Johnson Henry Ford Hull, Woodin Roper Tariff Commission

The Mind as an Engine of Child Self Development

The text argues that children largely teach themselves, driven by an inner mind that compels physical and mental growth. It portrays the brain as wilful, imaginative, and tyrannical, pushing a child to climb, taste, pretend, and defy to build strength and curiosity. It emphasizes self-directed learning over external instruction.

Health hazards of chromium work and preventive measures

Dr Morris Fishbein discusses chromium exposure across industries from auto fittings to matches and glassware. He notes skin ulcers and especially nasal membrane inflammation as serious risks, urges ventilation, strict cleanliness, and frequent washing. long gloves and hip boots may trap solution, so daily showers and hand washing are advised.

Folster The American Medical Association Hygela Health

The Restless Mind and the Value of Interest

The article argues that the mind drives relentless growth and seeks new experiences. It urges recognizing the superactive child as guided by an inner mind master and suggests partnering with that mind through interest to channel energy constructively. It notes Scandinavian midwives receive a state salary plus a local fee.

Robins Jim

Reader complains on NRA code and Ford ads in The Messenger

A subscriber urges The Messenger to drop Henry Ford advertising for not complying with the Blue Eagle code. He cites Roosevelt’s boycott idea and demands the paper act as a code enforcer. The editor notes NRA authentication before reporting violations and rejects enforcing boycotts.

the Messenger Roosevelt Henry Ford Ford Blue Eagle Glouster Peck Messenger NRA

Caustic Comments On Waterworks Softening Debate

A letter writer critiques both parties for vague proposals on a city water softening project funded by government aid. He urges direct citizen outreach, notes widespread opposition, and warns many residents misunderstand water quality issues. He cites misconceptions about soft water and urges engagement with councilors and the Mayor.

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Change of Local Voting Precincts and Locations Noted

In Nelsonville a voting location shift affects Ward 2 and Ward 3 precincts. The second precinct of Cooley residence on Fort Street becomes the polling site for the nine city precincts while City Auditor Booth oversees the change. Other ward and precinct assignments remain as listed, including Precinct 2 at Church and multiple residences and garages cited in the notice.

Nelsonville C. A Cooley Fort Street Precinté Dence

York Grange Meeting Schedule Report

Fragmentary note describes a York Grange event with a committee meeting at Hall Monday. Mentions High Institutes approving Amesville Stewart Coolville Mt Hermon and a forthcoming Wednesday gathering.

Continomona York Amesvill Stewart Coolville Mt. Hermon

Armistice Day Crossword Clue Puzzle Solves History

A historical crossword presents clues and answers about World War figures and terms. It lists labeled horizontal and vertical entries such as famous soldiers, military titles, and war era words across a themed grid.

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