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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1936
Page
4
A historical exhortation to honor World War I dead by looking forward. It argues the fallen gave their lives for a hope of a better world and calls citizens to prevent new wars, strengthen democracy, and unite nations through peaceful cooperation and unwavering resolve.
A large audience gathered Tuesday to watch top huskers compete in a corn field along the National Pike in Ohio. The piece notes transportation magic and rural pride, contrasting city sophistication with rural skill and the spectacle’s wide appeal.
The Athens County Courthouse has a notable upgrade in its basement men's restroom, a project the public officials and the board of county commissioners pursued after long neglect. A custodian now ensures proper maintenance and respect, reflecting the women’s lead in improving the courthouse facilities for women, and the hope is the men’s room will be similarly well cared for.
A Illinois coroner race saw the candidate win, lose, then win again in a turbulent contest. The jab at the opponent hints at clinical timing and an autopsy under discussion, reflecting the heated battle for the county’s medical examiner post.
The Literary Digest straw vote proved unstable as drowning candidates seized on it, reflecting the flawed reliability of straw polling and the peril of premature judgments in elections.
Washington observers foresee Sam Rayburn and John OConnor vying for the vacant House leadership as factional battles flare within the New Deal ranks. Roosevelt may stay hands off, while Treasury eyes RFC liquidation and tax policy shifts amid ongoing internecine fights among key officials.
The post election note reveals Chester Davis at the center as the real power guiding the all party Roosevelt Agriculture Committee. The committee seeks his approval before acting and Davis remains linked to the FRB while retaining his advisory role to the President. Many campaign workers have left AAA headquarters for new roles.
A Friday note to the President suggests Farley limited Landon to two firm states and offered a chance in five others New Hampshire Rhode Island Connecticut Kansas Nebraska. The letter, seen by those who view it, hints at occult electoral powers surrounding Chairman Farley.
Buried insulated wire several inches underground yields durable service and reduces outages. Advocates urge Ohio independents to study burying lines to connect doctors, neighbors, and markets, noting improved service over poles and broken lines during storms.
A Binghamton New York man revived after not breathing for several minutes is urged never to be told how much government costs per breath.
The Messenger editor notes Armistice Day is misused and parades and speeches have declined. The column invites signed contributions, urging concise letters to fit daily use.
The piece recalls Armistice Day memories and wartime sacrifices tied to the Nelsonville clock. It traces caretakers from Banfield to W. G. Crooks Phil Kelch and Roy Maze, notes the clock's 2000 pound striking weight and 500 pound running weight, and describes motorized winding installed about 23 years ago. It also details the clock tower mechanism, the four six foot dials, and the 1885 Nelsonville Public Schools bell inscription.
Mary Bechtold Lines was chosen Worthy Matron with C. E. Washburn Adda Cox Hohenadall Velma Dowler Pritchard Addie Hawk and Hattie Co. Jackson elected as officers. The Glouster residents Fred Brown and wife’s home burned, the family escaped via stairs as a boy fell from the roof. An E R Lash lease oil well west of South Bridge produced five barrels daily.
Twenty years ago Harry LeFever of Glouster attended the Wisconsin Ohio football game in Columbus. A handsome desk set was presented to Alonzo Ridgeway for long service by Presbyterian Church members. The receiving line at the Ohio University hop in the Armory included President and Mrs. Alston Ellis and several deans and faculty spouses. Chaperons for a Sigma Sigma Sorority dance included Prof and Mrs. F M McKay and other faculty members.
Tears keep eyes moist protecting delicate tissues from bacteria and infections. Blocked tear ducts may cause overflow in the eye and discharge. persistent blockage may require medical or surgical intervention.
Chief Librarian Carl B. Roden of the Chicago Public Library says wartime service expanded access to four million books for service members. The circulation created lasting demand for useful reading beyond the war.
Kate Meed and Jeff Howard reunite amid memories of Caroline and Meed Meadows. A wedding is planned for Tuesday at a Shelby church as Caroline reads a letter from Kate detailing plans, finances, and a future with land and a cabin for dependents.
A storm scene unfolds with torrents and thunder as trees sway and quail quiets. Lightning flashes and rain fills the air, releasing rain-soaked earth aroma and dripping flowers. Clouds part to reveal an ethereal east light and a final bow in the sky. Athens Ohio poet Eleanor Sewell signs Route 1.
A saying holds that a butterfly is born seven times in its life. The tale reflects poetic belief rather than scientific fact, illustrating cultural patterns in nature folklore.
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