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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1935
Page
4
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The piece argues that the United States has moved away from its long held principle of freedom of the seas. It notes past wars over sea access and the role of the navy, then cites President Roosevelt’s neutrality proclamation as a reversal. The author contends the nation now favors peace over enforcing maritime rights.
The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed newspapers may publish trial testimony, overturning contempt findings against six reporters. The piece argues free press principles outweigh judges fears of jury bias, noting reporters in court are the public’s primary protection against abuse.
Dr George Crile of Cleveland told the twenty fifth clinical congress of the American College of Surgeons in San Francisco that one of every 17 people in the United States and Canada went to hospitals last year, down from one in ten a decade ago. He cited advances in medicine, public health vigilance, and better health education as key factors.
The report links midwest cattle rustling with a string of spectacular robberies from the Ohio mail train to high priced Manhattan plays. Authorities pursue suspected gangs and investigate each incident for patterns and possible ties.
A wry reflection notes that a woman candidate often fails because her bid for office lacks clear recognition or support as she enters the political arena. The line mocks public perception and gender bias in elections.
A Los Angeles dance recently ran a contest where free medical operations were offered as prizes. The prompt question asks what the manager received as a cut, implying a potential dispute over prize sharing or compensation.
Washington reports a hidden unemployment figure above published estimates, with top officials and economists suggesting about 11.5 million for 1935. The piece notes distortions from a growing pool of employables, a 1933 peak of 13 million, and a 4 million drop early in the New Deal era.
The former budget chief Lewis Douglas, now heading American Cyanamid in New York, has drawn fresh attention in a monthly magazine print run. Republican insiders discuss a potential major fiscal post in a future cabinet, while ruling out a vice presidential bid due to his old fashioned tariff stance.
The Literary Digest explains removing the phrase ON THE WHOLE from the present referendum to avoid varied interpretations that confused voters. It notes that previous poll confusion stemmed from the phrase and argues the New Deal’s aims are now widely publicized through daily press coverage and elections nationwide.
Rainy night scene as President Roosevelt attends New York Masonic ceremonies for two of his sons. Traffic is halted on Park Avenue with police directing cross streets to keep the avenue clear. An open car convoy follows, prompting sharp remarks from residents and a show of Secret Service discipline.
The Meigs County Pioneer Society organized in 1876 at the Courthouse in Pomeroy led by H. B. Smith with Aaron Stivers as secretary. Founding members included Stillman Larkin, Aaron Torrence and Mrs. 8. C. Miles, open to residents of 20 years age. The group preserves county pioneer history and holds annual meetings at Chester, the original county seat.
Mrs Evelyn Frances Snow with Vernon emerges as Ohio’s first woman gubernatorial candidate. Greens Run School savings system shows strong gains as first graders list many student deposits. Hocking River rose six feet overnight while Athens County Health Nurse notes unsafe school drinking water. M C A drives fundraising in Nelsonville led by Dr Welch Fred Johnson and Dr Rhodes.
Officials were elected in the townships of Waterloo Dover York and Trimble listing eight members across Waterloo and York and individuals named for each. Walker from Gallipolis visited Athens relatives with Mrs Haney. The Shirleys traveled to the Ohio Miami game by special train to Oxford. Henry Gilkey headed to Columbus and Northern Ohio by motor to visit kin. Mrs E DD Robinson Mary Dorsey and baby Virginia returned to Columbus after visiting Alexander Township relatives.
In Nelsonville a Towns end Forum letter praises the Townsend Plan after a well attended meeting on Saturday. The writer argues that the plan would create jobs by shifting unemployment and says petitions of about 2500 signatures will boost support. The author cites pensioners spending and factory growth as benefits. Signed by R H McCray, Nelsonville, Nov 11.
Messenger readers submit on this column a poem praising Ohio State. signed by Leda Sams from Athens Ohio R D 4. The verses honor the Green and White, alma mater, and alumni, inviting further participation with name and address.
A collection of opinions from Judge T V Holland W B Stout Bainbridge Colby Senator Shipstead Gen Smedley Butler and Dr John Slawaon. They comment on moving beyond horse and buggy days labor troubles constitutional rights warfare juvenile delinquency and pre birth social training.
Larry Glenn and allies pursue a possible sighting of Jean Dunn with Red Jackson and his gang after fingerprints on a silverware piece tie her to the criminals. Federal agents raid the Engle farmhouse, arresting Mr and Mrs Engle while searching for clues to the gang’s hideout.
Twenty thousand people die each year in the United States from appendicitis and deaths rise. Causes include late discovery and delayed operation plus reliance on purgatives or sedatives. Pain around the appendix is a key symptom and rupture risks peritonitis, highlighting the need for prompt medical care and early surgery.
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