Port Office Records Second Class Matter Under 1914 Act
Entry logged at the Athens Port Office as second class mail matter under the 1914 act. The note indicates mailing status and regulatory handling.
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1939
Page
4
Raymond Clapper on arms embargo repeal promises and dangers
A defense of how and why the arms embargo repeal serves Allied aid and naval strategy. The author argues neutrality is endangered by aiding Britain and France, warns of risks from unrestricted ship traffic, and stresses cash and carry while avoiding the danger zone.
Lloyd George Calls for Cautious Polish Policy After War
After a month of European conflict, Lloyd George urges Britain to avoid forcing Polish reunification and to consider Russia and Poland as evolving cases. He questions restoration of a Polish state modeled on 1920 and hints Britain may not back expansive Polish territorial aims. The remarks, tied to Versailles decisions, raise UK and France questions on future war aims.
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David Lloyd George
Britain
Versailles
Lloyd George
Russia
Germany
Poland
France
Why Not A Museum The Southeastern Ohio Relic Debate
Residents report possession of old and rare items sparking calls for a regional museum. The piece argues to preserve pioneer relics such as McGuffey's books and local curios, noting their high museum value despite low cash worth. It suggests Athens Ohio University and Marietta as potential visitation hubs for a community museum project.
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Ohio
McGuffey
Athens
Ohio University
Marietta
Safety comeback shows August toll at lowest since 1932
After small June and July increases, August deaths fall to 2690 the month’s lowest since 1932. Despite higher travel, gasoline use rose and the first eight months total remains just under last year. With 18,980 lives lost so far this year, improvements still possible amid ongoing European front losses.
Rumor Claims Stalin Signed Pact After Record Hearing
Reader letters discuss a rumored Nazi Soviet pact and claim Stalin signed after hearing a phonograph recording. The item pivots on a sensational claim about Joseph Stalin and a supposed swing disc affecting his actions.
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Stalin
Joseph
World’s Fair Ends Year With Large Cash Reserves
The fair closes its first year with a substantial cash balance. Despite tight times, optimism centers on the World of Tomorrow as the event’s financial strength signals continued prosperity.
Bruce Catton Surveys Washington Scene
In Washington Bruce Catton outlines how presidents can seize sweeping powers during national emergencies. He cites acts from 1917 to 1935 giving the president control over industry traffic banking energy and more. The piece notes Roosevelt could expand emergency powers beyond a limited declaration to reshape policy and action.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Interstate Commerce Commission
National Defense
Commission
United States
Army
Navy
Coast Guard
Europe
Bigelow amendments spark questions on Ohio pension and tax plan
State officials and organizations field inquiries about two Bigelow amendments. One seeks $50 monthly pensions for those over 60 with wage earners. the other opens the door to many new amendments. Tax sources include a land tax and an income tax, with debates over sufficiency and impact on state finances and services. Approximately 695000 people could be eligible.
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Ohio
Herbert S. Bigelow
Cincinnati
Ohio Emergency Committee
Colorado
Answers to reader questions on history and civics
A collection of Q and A covering draft status of enemy aliens in WWI, the colonial Hornbook primer, the Overseas Highway opened 1938, notarized usage in business, and references to Father of the American Navy John Paul Jones and John Barry.
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United States
Miami
Key West
Fla
Florida East Coast Railroad
John Paul Jones
John Barry
Marian Harkness Faces Two Worlds and a New Baby
Marian Harkness, a working wife, plans to quit as she awaits a baby while funding a future with yearly checks from Dan. She mentors Sally Blake, helps coworkers, and faces loneliness as Dolly’s world ride to New York looms. a hospital birth nears with Dolly due May 6.
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Marian Harkness
Dan Harkness
Dolly Harkness
Dan
Sally Blake
Marian
Mr. Fellows
Sally
Fellows
West
Oregon
Florence Avery
Ted
Mrs. Harkness
Florence
Randy
Dolly
Goodby
G. F
New York
Silica Dust Risks Highlighted by Health Experts
Health authorities estimate 500000 U S workers face silica dust exposure across industries, with miners and stone cutters at highest risk. Laws in 17 states and DC extend workers compensation, while ventilation and water suppression reduce dust. Dental lab polishing uses pumice containing 48 percent silica, with Italian studies noting silicosis among workers.
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United States
States
District of Columbia
Canada
Lipari
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White House
State Department
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Woodrow Wilson
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Red Cross
Bruce Catton
By Galbraith
Louise Holmes
NEA Service
Ing
the Sands
Tively
Angie
Mareian
Claremont
Angie Doran
DR. Morris Fishbein
Troy
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