Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co Rates Notice
The Athens Messenger announces subscription rates for carrier delivery at 1 Shilling per week and mail prices in advance for Athens and neighboring counties. Rates include one year for $4.50, six months $2.50, ten weeks $1.00, and weekly 15 cents.
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Frederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO
Gordon K. Bush
Mgr
Charles H. Harris
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Ohio Select
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Ohio Newspaper Association
Inland Daily Press Association
Athens
Gallia
Hocking
Meigs
Morgan, Vinton
Washington
Armament Boom Seen With Limited Economic Impact
Business Week argues that a rise in armament production would not greatly uplift the economy. Taxation and public-work tradeoffs may dampen benefits, with only limited net stimulus likely, as spending shifts from other activities and real increases occur slowly into 1940.
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Business Week
Europe
Learn Caution First In Hunting And Boat Safety
Cautionary notes urge new and experienced hunters to respect guns and water risks. The author warns that accidents and fatalities rise with inexperience, stressing that even seasoned shooters err and that caution from veterans is essential to protect lives and prevent harm to others.
Veteran naturalist urges shifting western lands from Indians
A veteran American naturalist advocates turning back western states to grass and concentrating farming on fertile areas. He foresees Indians reverting to primitive life, depopulation of drought regions, and new wildlife reserves while settlers migrate seeking better prospects, possibly monetizing tourism.
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Ohio
East
Middle West
Pacific Coast
Gun’s Form Shows Little Change Over Two Billion Years
Geologic history indicates the gun has undergone minimal evolution over a span of about two billion years, suggesting enduring design or misinterpretation of the term in the context.
Flirtation Advice Recommends Wife Consultation
A cautionary line advises consulting one’s wife before flirting to avoid mistakes and regrets. The statement about disease causing elephants to grow curious malformed tusks is noted as a separate odd assertion.
Fair Enough by Westbrook Pegler attacks Los Angeles
Pegler blasts Los Angeles as a center of political, economic and religious folly. He mocks Upton Sinclair schemes, Townsend plans, and other LA inspired ideas, portraying the city as a sprawling region with corrupt real estate interests and weak governance.
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New York
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Townsend
Upton Sinclair
California
Mr. Sinclair
Congress
What Makes Husbands and Wives Behave Like Children
Florence Guy Seabury argues most marriage troubles stem from emotional immaturity not character flaws. Monologues tease a partner, tears fuel self pity, and praise patterns reflect childhood dynamics. Recognizing grown up behavior helps avoid anger and foster empathy.
Answers from the Washington Service Bureau Q&A sheet
A compilation of brief questions and answers on diverse topics. Topics include astronomy facts about stars, Congo fish pungo, cousin marriage legality, 1930 census figures for Los Angeles and San Francisco, Ostmark as Austria's new name, Nebuchadnezzar’s hanging gardens, Amos n Andy salaries, rain storm speeds, Episcopal U S Presidents, states with no public debt, and purchasing a 25 cent blue China Clipper stamp.
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Congo River
Africa
Washington Service Bureau
Thirteenth St
Washington, D. C
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Calif
Republic of
Austria
Ostmark
Babylon
Nebuchadneazar
Freeman F. Gosden
Charles J. Correll
Amos
Andy
U. S&s
Washington
Madison
Monroe
W. H. Harrison
Tyler
Taylor
Pierce
Arthur
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Florida
Nebraska
Philatelic Office
U. S. Post Office Department
Messenger Service Bureau Notice
Public service notice instructs readers to address questions to the Messenger's Service Bureau at 1013 13th Street Washington DC. It states legal and medical advice cannot be given and no extended research will be undertaken.
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Messenger's Service Bureau
Washington
Messenger'’S Service Bureau
13Th St
Washington, D. C
The Stars Say- For Thursday November 24
Genieve Kemble offers a brief horoscope for November 24 noting propitious planetary influences yet warning against irregular ventures. Those born on this day should exercise discretion and high principles to achieve worthy outcomes. A child born now may show versatility but face subtle dangers and temptations.
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Genevieve Kemble
Public Forum Letters Welcome and Signed for Publication
Readers are invited to submit signed letters commenting on current events. Signatures must appear with the contribution and brevity is encouraged to allow multiple letters in each issue.
Not Appreciative Editor Voices on Roosevelts Era and The 1940 Outlook
A Millfield reader argues the nation swung from wartime prosperity to Hoover and Roosevelt era policies, criticizing WPA and WPA fears, praising Republican leadership, and predicting a 1940 GOP return. He cites unemployment, bank stabilization, and welfare programs while recounting historical shifts and public opinion. The piece blends personal view with local references and ends with regional notes on Canadian fish.
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the Messenger
Republican Party
Mr. Harding
U. S
U. S., Tea Pot Dome
Uncle Sam
Alaska
Mr. Coolidge
Mr. Hoover
Wall St
R.F.C
Roosevelt
WPA
W.P.A
Athens
John Humphrey
Millfield
Serial story lovers aweigh in navy social whirl
Judy Alcott faces a heart torn between Dwight Campbell and duty as she plans a bridge party to guide Marvel Hastings in navy society. Marvel’s aloof, social-climbing stance clashes with wives of officers, prompting unease among friends and hints of a simmering conflict to come.
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Judy Alcott
Dwight Campbell
Jack Hanley
Marvel Hastings
Judy
Dwight
Marvel
Coronado
Admiral Alcott
Diane's
Diane
Bill
Navy
Emily Post
Navy League
Peace Declamation Winner and School Events
Dorothy Ruth Holcombe of the First Methodist Church won first in the Peace Declamation Contest with The Seeds of War. Other contestants included Alice Beasley Janet Bing and Pauline Cone who took second place. Dr. L G Bean spoke on tooth care at a East Side PTA fathers meeting. Paul Whiteman and his orchestra announced for the Ohio University Auditorium opening on December 4. An electric phonograph was installed in the Spanish Shawl basement dining area.
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Dorothy Ruth Holcombe
First Methodist Church
Alice Beasley
Janet Bing
Pauline Cone
Miss Cone
L. G. Bean
East Side
PTA
Paul Whiteman
Ohio University
Wilson at Peace Table Demands End to World Strife
Twenty years ago headlines reported Wilson pressing for world peace while Ford in Detroit halted ambulance and tractor output to resume making cars. Corporal Everett McLain was killed in France. Clyde Simmons was wounded as Athens Township teachers gathered with local officials for a meeting.
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John McClain
Bates District
Corporal Everett McLain
France
Seventh Regiment
Ohio National Guard
McLain
147Th Infantry
Clyde Simmons
Nelsonville
R. C
Health Hints and Diet Health Hints and Diet By Dr Morris Fishbein
Children tire less only if physical issues are absent. Overloaded schedules strain youth during puberty when growth spurts raise fatigue risk. Parents should watch weight changes and seek medical exams to rule out throat teeth lung or digestion problems. Tests or gland support may be needed. persistent tiredness requires evaluation.
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THE
United Press
Rational Representatives
John W. Cullen Company
Chicago
Detroit
Cleveland
Westbrook Pegler
Ruth Millett
Florence Guy Seabury
the Public Forum
George Clark
Tere
Betty Wallace
NEA Service, Inc
Ellen Sharp
Magda Hamilton
Jane Bostwick
Jane
Gan
Sharp
Ford
Athens Township
Pearley Gaskill
Elma White
Alex Root
A. H. Vernon
Edith Brohard
DR. Morris Fishbein
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