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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1936
Page
4
The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co. lists Gordon K Bush as Publisher and General Manager with Charlies Garris as Managing Editor. The publication offers a daily afternoon edition except Saturday and a Sunday morning edition.
An editorial urges reader awareness of global rise of Communism and Fascism and the threat to democracy. It warns apathy and inward meddling can weaken the United States while noting Spain’s civil war and European powers backing sides. It emphasizes preserving American ideals and vigilance against outside pressure.
The article notes Governor Landon plans a visit to his boyhood home in Marietta as part of a broader political plan. It emphasizes his normal, relatable nature and recalls Ohio’s tie to presidents, including those who formed in hill country and the state’s varied presidential connections.
In Honolulu a police program sends offending youths to join a barefoot league as a fitness based sanction. Last year 36 boys served sentences and earned public acclaim for sportsmanship as the season ended.
Washington observes that life expectancy for Supreme Court justices suggests few retirements are likely in four years. The analysis notes oldest justices at ages 74 to 80 with varying decades of life left, and that two ailing justices are among the minority. It also remarks five justices are past 70, with voluntary retirement unlikely.
Dope books of court rail birds indicate that at least one more New Deal move may be over thrown by the court during the session. Odds are against the government in the Wagner Labor case. The old question of whether manufacturing is interstate commerce is involved. Five cases went against the government in the lower courts.
A disputed farm scandal tale recounts a St Louis woman claiming hunger for her child while AAA officials allegedly seized chickens and turkeys, dumped wheat into Lake Michigan, and taxed a widow for two hogs. The stories lack verifiable details and the widow has not been located.
The piece cites Walt Disney as a major factor behind AAA unpopularity, noting his Three Little Pigs cartoon emerged as Roosevelt’s era began. It recalls the 1933 pig slaughter and AAA’s public opinion efforts, then mentions 14 government observers returning from the American Bankers convention.
A Yale professor claims to have observed enzymes in action in a recent study. The report contrasts this with a note about a Manhattan business man tied to the world series, implied as a difficult subject.
A small caption notes Spain's Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Bulls considering how to respond to a proposed leisure development, suggesting debate within the organization on which activities to support or oppose.
A historical quote frames debtor countries as gypsies in a discussion about national economies and travel or nomad-like financial conditions. The remark reflects a period view on global debt and mobility without endorsing the term.
Pitcher Bob Feller is returning to school while others leave for independent paths, reflecting a contrast between settling into self directed work and continuing education.
The piece argues football can deter delinquency by teaching discipline and resilience. It suggests success in tough jobs and public approval help motivate youths to reform, framing crime as a result of failing to cope with life’s battles.
The article recounts Zane’s Trace from Wheeling to Maysville as foundational to Ohio and U.S. transport. It highlights Ebenezer and Jonathan Zane’s frontiersmen roles, Betty Zane’s heroism, and the 1796 congressional authorization to open the trail with ferries at Muskingum, Hock-Hocking, and Scioto crossings.
A mix of quotes on temperance reform, scientific governance, Hollywood influence, Canadian policing and baseball lore. Notable lines include McBride on the dry cause, Millikan on scientific method, Mounties on a slogan, and Dizzy Dean praising Carl Hubbell.
John Van Wyhe of Ireton Iowa declares he would not wait to die and vows to dig his own grave. The statement reflects his desire to confront mortality and his readiness to take action rather than remain idle.
Pennsylvania WPA inspectors under the bureau of inspection found violations of labor fire and panic laws in about one third of firms. Of 209448 places inspected, 66024 showed law in fractions.
Dr Morris Fishbein explains choosing mild laxatives for children and how timing affects whether a remedy acts in the stomach or intestines. It covers disguising medicines, enema use for infants with soft tips, and adult enema types, fluids, and precautions.
The article notes that every known star in the firmament carries a distinctive name or numerical designation, underscoring a systematic cataloging of celestial bodies.
The Mariner battles a fierce storm near Midway Island as Ted commands, radio and direction finders fail, and the crew faces possible loss of course and fuel. Kay remains beside Ted while Illah questions the gyropilot’s secrets and a risky quest for reliability continues.
Prize winners in the annual Fall Festival at West School Nelsonville include Roger Scott Ward Herrold John Rizer Jack Heffner Clyde Warren Lawrence Bateman Helen Fisher Lillian Mae Campbell Loretta Coakley Bernice Skiver Annabelle Bussy Paul Wolfe Mar jorie Holland Cynthia Hammond Robert Springer. A George Gabriel The Plains barn was struck by lightning but sixteen tons of hay survived. Athens School Board president George Whipple. Mrs Tom Tignor Logan hosted a surprise birthday party for herself. Robert Horn, Harvard GSB second year, listed for a place on the Review. Margaret Davis left for Ft Myers Fla for an indefinite stay. Prof and Mrs Frank B Dilley announced birth of daughter Augusta Ann.
Twenty years ago a Women’s Hughes Special campaign train left New York City to tour 28 states. Judge and Mrs. E. D. Sayre returned from Neebish Michigan. Mrs. S. N. Hobson visited with her daughters in Amesville and Marietta. Lindley Hall near completion at Ohio University. Alpha Delta Pi sorority hosts a four course dinner at the Merwin home. Social Literary Club meeting led by Mrs. O. E. Hixon. Miss Margaret Merwin sang two violin solos.
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