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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1923
Page
4
A biblical proverb and Haziltt quotation offer a view on virtue and restraint. The lines urge self-control beyond law and opinion, presenting the mouth of the righteous as a well of life and a warning about the wicked.
Congress faces a winter debate on income tax revision with no expected rate cuts. The Treasury and White House reportedly explore options including surtax modifications. Critics warn against awkward handling that could reduce revenue while not easing taxpayers’ burden.
A local newspaper critiques rising hotel rates in a tourist town noting meals at two dollars and wonders if nearby communities should pursue easy money from climate tourism. It argues modern costs include unnecessary frills and that auto camping offers cheaper appeal, urging foresight for communities to balance profits with cost.
Dr. Charles F. Herm presents Life Secret A film of an incubating chick reveals heart beginnings after 33 hours with about 200 frames captured every ten minutes. The process is sped up for viewing, illustrating time in life and death and suggesting future science films on cells and cancer research.
The passage contrasts two travelers one who carries his food and shelter and another who seeks the ease of a hotel. A hotel that offers simplicity and cleanliness over luxury will attract both groups and thrive once its existence becomes known.
President Coolidge will avoid public addresses until after delivering his first message to Congress in December. He will focus on implementing Harding era policies and will speak publicly only when necessary after Congress meets and the message is delivered.
A horse and mule pulling contest demonstrated a dynamometer from Iowa State College showing horses delivering far more power than theoretical. The champion Percherons pulled 21.2 horsepower with 2,206 pounds of resistance, implying weights and surfaces affect pull, while heavier horses tended to win.
Report details that lightweight teams started with heavy loads but fatigued before distance, while some horses quit early. A pair of lighter branches, weighing 455 pounds less than others, pulled proportionally larger loads and sustained pulls up to 2 000 pounds through sheer effort.
Free government publication summarizes federal and state game laws across Canada and the United States. It covers open seasons, license costs, transfer rules, and whether game may be consumed on site or shipped home. Send two cents for return postage and a coupon.
The report notes the winning team pulled 49 feet on the first trial, an achievement no other pair matched. It disputes mule versus horse efficiency scenarios, and explains that road surface lowers pull once in motion. It concludes horses can exert 2090 pounds per team, far above ordinary loads, making 199 bushels of wheat a light load on paved roads.
Mr and Mrs Anthony Abe Wurst hosted twenty guests at home from six to ten on Saturday evening to view furniture and discuss the mortgage. The party featured humorous fashion notes, quirky decor, and gossip about purchase sources while neighbors comment on cars, drives, and local happenings in Athens.
The observer stationed at the courthouse corner maintains a constant presence, including Sundays, lending a steady vigil to ongoing legal activity throughout the year.
The Athens Messengers Information Bureau invites readers to submit questions for answers. The service, directed by Frederic J. Haskin in Washington, D. C., provides information only and excludes legal medical and financial advice. Include full name address and two cents in postage for return mailing.
In answer to a query, the Bible was opened without regard to book or verse during President Coolidge's inauguration, and no precise place was noted. The text also discusses Pullman ticket sales by city and explains the status of Spanish olive oil in the market due to wartime disruptions and embargoes.
The excerpt notes that Turkish women of the ancient regime wore head coverings to prevent hair from tempting men, a practice tied to cultural norms of modesty rather than religious decree. It also touches on unrelated Q A topics about glass decay, pari mutuel betting, mourning jewelry, and House roll calls.
Hamden B. and O. extra operator C. M. Martin came home to Vigo Friday morning after several days at the local office. the regular operator worked as train dispatcher in Chillicothe. Mrs. Charles Triplett left Friday for Roanoke Virginia to join her husband serving in that area.
Mrs Louis Miller Sheppard and her children of Chillscothe traveled Friday to Portsmouth to visit her parents Mr and Mrs Edward Miller. Sheppard is noted as a former Hamden resident.
Miss Aileen Powell and her sister Mabel visited Columbus this weekend to spend time with friends. Their plans included socializing and exploring local venues.
Mrs H B Robbins Jr entertained the Kensington Sewing club at Ohmer avenue Friday afternoon with a refreshment course served by the hostess and Mrs H B Robbins Sr. Guests included Mesdames Strahl Stanton Funk Merrill Morehead Martindill Bagley Ogier Jr. Visitors from McArthur and Jackson joined relatives Friday evening. Carl Funk, 15, son of Mr and Mrs William Funk, underwent surgery by Dr Carl Hoy at McKinley Hospital Columbus last week.
The Wellston-Hamden pike, closed for months for repair, has been opened again after construction of a concrete road spanning about two miles.
Public notice states the pike between Hamden and Jackson is now open for traffic. It mentions Mr and Mrs Stephen Davis of Wellston as involved parties in the statement.
McArthur reports the new concrete road just north of Wellston opened Friday allowing direct travel with no detours between the two towns. Circleville residents B Fk Wharton and Locust Grove visitors John Chamberlain Jennie Rambo joined Mrs Clyde Lee as Friday guests. A D and D R Martindill were business visitors at Chillicothe Saturday.
Ray Cox has accepted a new position at the J. L. Beckley store here and will begin his duties on Monday.
Mrs Foster Lyle was the guest during the latter part of the week. The brief item notes her visit and any accompanying events or activities.
The Eastern Star held a regular meeting in their hall on Friday evening while the lyceum course opened at the opera house with a good sized audience entertained by Ho-La-Wash. La entertainer.
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Ward entertained at dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Emil Seibert of Columbus and Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Gibbs. Mrs. Tizzie Lowery and her young son from Wellston spent the weekend with her mother, Mrs. Helen Shively.
Weather outlook for the Ohio Valley and Tennessee region calls for considerable cloudiness with occasional showers probable. Temperatures will be near normal through October 13, 1923.
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