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The Athens Messenger published weekdays and a large Sunday edition by The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co. Joe Gordon and K Bush led as publisher and general manager with Charles H. Harris as managing editor. Rates list include yearly mail at 4.50 and weekly carrier 15 cents.
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Athens S Messenger
Prederick W. Bush
Athens Messenger & Herald Printing Co
Gordon K. Bush
Charles H. Harris
Athens
Gallis
Hocking
Meigs
Morgan, Vinton
Washington
Low Cost Roads Transform Ohio Highways Yet Face Pothole Woes
The piece praises cheaper road surfaces in Ohio allowing salvage of old routes and creation of new ones but notes a persistent pothole problem on State Route 969 between Crossville and Jingleburg. It stresses the need to extend highway funds to maintain all routes and the challenge of long sight distances and new grades.
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Ohio
Crossville
Jingleburg
Chinese Resistance in 1937 War Wanes as Japan Advances
The piece notes Chinese resistance weakening in recent weeks as Japan gains ground across China in 1937. It cites training, manpower, and matériel as factors, observes desolated scenes from early war photography, and questions English and French responses to Japanese control of foreign investments in the Far East.
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Tokyo
Japan
China
Far East
Buy Mail Early In Ohio Retail Rush Cited
A column notes increased mail and retail activity in Ohio as cold late November days push holiday shopping forward. Shoppers who buy early ensure complete assortments and timely delivery to distant relatives, while late buyers risk limited selections and frustrated recipients. Many will still queue at the Athens Post Office on December 22 with packages for San Francisco.
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Ohio
Athens
San Francisco
Two Western youths die trying death by own action stunt
In separate incidents a California and a Utah youth attempted a one shell and revolver stunt to prove courage and both died. The piece notes the act stems from a dangerous craze and paints it as insanity rather than bravery.
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California
Utah
Behind the Scenes In Washington on Social Security Reserve
Washington officials defend the Old-Age Reserve Account arguing its honesty and solvency as 36 million workers and employers fund social security taxes. Critics call it a tax, debt, or IOU system, but Social Security Board chair Altmeyer says funds are not deficit financing and that reserve bonds act like other government securities. He notes reserve holdings would reduce private debt if balances rise with a balanced budget and tax receipts.
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Washington
Treasury
The
IOU
Arthur J. Altmeyer
Social Security Board
Altmeyer
Reserve Fund
Congress
Johnson Attacks Anti lynching Bill as Federal Overreach
Hugh Johnson explains that the bill does not make lynching a federal crime but allows federal prosecutions of negligent officials and civil suits for damages up to 10000. He argues the measure is a political trap tied to New Deal tactics and fears of a federal dictatorship, warning of party realignments and voter leverage.
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Washington, D. C
Mark Sullivan
U. S
South
Republican Party
North
New Deal
Frenchman’s cottage dream tied to plot donated by Fascists
The cabinet studies a controversial plot donation as part of a plan to provide a cottage and an acre of ground for a Frenchman. The parcel originated from Fascists, raising political tensions and debate over the project.
Hollywood discovers a telephone operator in new film push
A telephone operator breaks into cinema as an unlikely talent, showing that raw drive can land a role without backstage links. The novelty sparks attention as studios eye fresh faces over traditional favors.
Elks Lodge Dinner Cites New Members in Athens
Athens lodge of Elks held its annual inspection with over 150 members at dinner and ceremonies. Deputy Sheriff Wayne Wingett John W Hill and Peter Good attended for the institution of candidates. East Side School ran a Thanksgiving program after a brief business meeting led by student council president Don Rowland.
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Athens Lodge of Elks
Wayne Wingett
John W. Hill
Peter Good
East Side
Don Rowland
Allies gain on French and Italian fronts marked war progress
Twenty years ago the Allies made a huge advance on the French and Italian fronts. Harley E. Moler was promoted to second lieutenant at Fort Benjamin Harrison. Food Administrator Herbert Hoover called the American hog a crucial factor in winning the war. Co. M. Gill C. O. Pickering and Frank Cone returned from Flint Michigan after driving back a consignment of automobiles.
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Harley E. Moler
Fort Benjamin Harrison
Herbert Hoover
Co. M. Gill
C. O. Pickering
Frank Cone
Flint
Mich
Gray Hair Patterns and Causes From Dr Morris Fishbein
Gray hair appears in mixed shades with light hair often predominate. Hereditary early graying can occur, with patterns ranging from temples to crown or beard whitening first. Illness or heavy metal exposure may accelerate or alter color. modern dyes are safer than past decades.
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Morris Fishbein
Marie Antoinette
We the Women by Ruth Millett on balancing life triangles
The piece argues women should mix love and personal success into a balanced three sided life. It cites Dr William Moulton Marston and urges women to pursue small personal achievements while enjoying fun. It suggests motherhood ends but personal growth remains and challenges the eternal triangle stereotype.
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William Moulton Marston
Harvard
Social Notes From Long Bottom Gather Local Guests
Long Bottom residents and friends attended a 6 o clock dinner at the home of Mr and Mrs Frank Sprague in Reedsville for a surprise 35th wedding anniversary celebration of Mr and Mrs F M Coates. Also listed are visits and illnesses of local residents with names and towns.
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Long Bottom
M. W. Stewart
A. F. Swan
Elza Larkins
J. C. Swan
Ethel Chevalier
H. C. Swan
Frank Sprague
Reedsville
F. M. Coates
Charles Cheek
East Liverpool
G. E. Cottle
Garnet Morgan
Moundsville
Bert German
Mary Sheldon
O. E. German
Pittsburgh
Belle Whiteside
C. C. Adams
Hobart Whiteside
Parkersburg
J. B. Shumaker
Rochester
Mary Lambert
Salem Center
E. L. Clark
George Cottle
Edna Dray
Linnie Swan
Mystery Figures Turned Assistants in Dog License Sweep
In Bellaire Virginia three men seen with guns and blackjacks wearing Sam Browne belts and wide-brimmed hats were revealed to be assisting the dog warden in checking licenses.
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Bellaire
Sam Browne
Daring cliff rescue at Defiance Castle in trapping tale
Bob Barry narrowly survives a dangerous climb when a rope fails at Defiance Castle. He reaches a rock ledge and escapes with improvised rope ladders while Holliman and Hades Jones oversee the rescue. Honey Bee confesses growing affection for Barry as Mary Melissa wrestles with jealousy and duty.
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Bob Barry
Hollman
Bob
Holliman
Barry
Defiance Castle
Hades Jones
Hades
Choo
Defiance
Mary Melissa
Honey Bee Girl
Honey Bee
Robert Barry
Murray City Prep Teams Win Doubleheader
Murray City High School earned a basketball doubleheader sweep over Gibisonville. The girls won 22 to 16 while the boys prevailed 43 to 16. The girls led most of the game, and the boys' contest showcased Coach Lewis's deep bench.
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Murray
City
Murray City
Gibisonville
Lewis
M. E. Church
Hattie Cook
Mary Potts
Emma Shaffer
John Ponn
Missy Myrtle Ponn
Floyd Ponn
Fred Ponn
Athens
St. Philips Catholic Church
Frank Walters
Logan
Cora Walters
Melvin Ogg
Columbus
Della Saylor
E. A. Person
Person
John Goldsworthy
Detroit
Mich
Robert Black
Ted Sayre
Gnadenhutten
Vern Black
J. A. Ayers
Toledo
Lawrence Ayers
Charles Roberts
David Roberts
Harold Hughes McArthur
Hughes
Stanley Brown
Earl Penn
Wilbur
Pontiac
Sam Penn George Gears
Lancaster
Thomas Gears
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Gotersd
By Rodney Dutcher
Hugh Johnson
Hugh S. Johnson
Kentucky
Hollywood
Chamber of Commerce
Hatch Library
Jean Morton
Grosvenor St
Jack Fulton
E. State St
Betty Hoyt McCoy
N. Congress St
Carol Darst
Second St
Ruth Millet
George Clark
Sy Oren Arnold
NEA Service, Inc
Explorer
Melissa Lane
Ner Honey Bee Girl
Red Girl
Dr. Barry
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