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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1937
Page
4
Ohio lawmakers face a heavy session as relief, school finances, and taxes dominate the agenda. The rapid growth of payrolls and new agencies, plus rising welfare costs, strain state finances across urban and rural counties. Governor proposes early unemployment benefits and local matches, but opposition and bond ratings tensions loom.
County Treasurer John H. Preston proposes sending out tax notices to Ohio counties to clarify payment timing and amounts. The plan aims for orderly administration as chaotic changes in valuation and rates disrupted traditional collection periods. Citizens are urged to send their addresses to test the scheme.
An opposing lawmaker vents frustration saying the voting machines in Rhode Island do not count in his view, reflecting a partisan dispute over the reliability and setup of election equipment.
Before Congress met in extra session it should have weighed the burden on citizens already swamped by rising costs. The comment frames the fiscal impact of additional measures on ordinary households.
Report cards for grade schoolers could reflect a general upward trend if American youngsters embrace the Big Apple fad. The share of Russian expatriates in theater and film centers suggests no notable decline in tsar gazing. Russia's first popular election will see coaches chosen from prominent old Leningrads.
Washington notes respond to President Roosevelt’s nine day sea journey amid business concerns. Critics fear illness rumors, while observers cite radio and air mail links keeping him in touch with the White House. A close study suggests he remains buoyant despite court proposal defeat.
An analysis of the wage and hour bill showing split views within organized labor. The A F L and C I O factions back or oppose the proposal based on potential gains for unorganized workers and the efficiency of labor boards like the NLRB. The piece traces Green and Lewis motives and the role of garment, textile, building, and metal unions.
Insects disturb the body including the itch mite or Acarus scabiei known as the itch. It burrows in skin causing severe nocturnal itching especially between fingers wrists and abdomen. Transmission can occur via animals and groups. treatment relies on medicated ointments often containing sulphur and thorough washing and laundry to eradicate parasites.
Athens County reports total personal property value at 9 096 790 dollars in the revised tentative abstract by the board of revision. The high school presented The Ghosts of Hilo. principals were Jane Gill Mary Jones Madonna Klinger Nita Ewing and Lorene Rhodehaver. Mary T. Noss announced Le Medein Malgre Lui by Moliere would be shown Nov 30.
Twenty years ago A B Roe head of the county fuel administration received Washington guidance from Fuel Director Garfield to darken electric signs at 11 pm and leave them off until after dark. A headline noted income tax beginning across the country. Fred and Mrs Kiltan visited Mason City relatives in West Virginia. Lieut R D Gladding of the USA Engineering Corps spent a furlough with Mrs Gladding at the Chrisman home on Mill Street.
The astrology notes excellent prospects for solidifying affairs and firming fortunes through decisive movement in investments property values labor and old matters. Those born on this day may see stabilization after inertia through industry inheritance or insurance and a child born then may become a profound thinker and dependable worker.
Dorothy Wilding, the British royal photographer, argues that true ladies are made not born. She cites intelligent, sympathetic women who ease others and carry grace, contrasting titled women with self conscious behavior. The queen, she notes, is a genuine lady who thanks helpers personally.
Robert Barry leads a three person expedition with Melissa Lane and Honey Bee Girl to a cliff castle where an air draft reveals a hidden chamber. Holliman presses Melissa with crude advances as tensions rise among the group. plans form for a secret, extended exploration.
Cheshire Chapter OES held its regular meeting electing officers for the coming year including Worthy Matron Vida Allensworth and Worthy Patron Briggs Kirby. Refreshments and social hour followed. A note on local Thanksgiving services and a list of residents visiting relatives accompany the report.
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