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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1935

Page

4

The Athens Messenger Publisher Details and Notices

The Athens Messenger lists publisher Frederick W Bush and staff, with printing offices Gordon & Sah and Charles H Harris as editor. It notes national representatives, advertising terms, obituary card charges, and mailing matter status, including post office classification and delivery details.

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The Light Shedders and the Newspaper Ethic

A historical reflection on press independence and editorial integrity. It notes early Publick Occur rences aims, later jailed publishers, and the 20th century view that newspapers must serve the public with candor and nonpartisan guidance while shedding light on current events.

All for Better Manners Campaign Targets Loud Horns

The anti-noise movement expanding from New York to St. Louis plans police crackdowns on horn-blasting drivers and blocking parked vehicles. Officers will issue tickets to persistent honkers and rude motorists, promoting civility in city life.

New York St. Louis

Two Questions for GOP in 1936 Campaign

Frank E. Gannett urges the Republican party to focus on two practical questions for the 1936 race. How can the economic system be made to operate within the Constitution to re-employ 10 million idle workers, and how can agricultural income be raised so farm wages exceed 1.39 dollars a day with AAA benefits.

Frank E. Gannett Republican Party

Local Honor Given to Politician for Gas Project Work

A regional ceremony lauds a prominent politician for leading efforts to bring gas to the area. Officials confirm ongoing support for infrastructure expansion and community impact.

Italy Facing Loss of Crude Oil Supply

A historical note refers to potential crude oil shortages amid wartime disruptions, with questions about leadership and policy under Mussolini during the era. The fragment implies strategic strains rather than a direct event, using oblique language about supply and governance.

Italy Mussolini

Roosevelt Likely to Seek Re-election, Roaring 1932 Faces GOP Challenge

In Paul Mallon’s field report from San Diego to New Orleans Roosevelt appears set for re-election. Republicans mobilize funds and strategy for a fierce 1932 campaign while Democrats rally internal repairs and federal support to preserve power.

San Diego New Orleans Roosevelt

Roosevelt Popularity Shifts Among White Collar Voters

The article notes broad decline in Roosevelt enthusiasm among business groups tax wary but adds a nuanced view. White collar observers show less fervor yet do not oppose him, instead engaging in measured analysis and fewer cancellations of his radio speeches.

Roosevelt Washington

Interest Shifts From Roosevelt to His New Deal

The text argues rising public focus on economics and politics, with individuals from shopkeepers to clerks sharing strong views. It notes Roosevelt’s words attracting less personal interest but his New Deal staying central, while papers emphasize Washington relief, Ethiopian news, and baseball interviews over his western speeches.

Iowa Colorado California Washington Mr. Roosevelt New Deal Mickey Cochrane

Western business shows big gains in many towns

Business was 8 to 40 percent better in fifteen or more communities visited during the trip, with San Diego the sole exceptional city at 40 percent. The western half averaged about a 10 percent rise from last year, outpacing the East where manufacturers lag. The improvement stems from government spending and subsidies, yet many businesspeople remain cautious and reticent about detailing gains.

San Diego Washington AAA

Economic mood muted as recovery appears uneven

The country shows an outwardly excellent appearance with traveling tourists and busy streets. Most expectant signs of normalcy contrast with subdued profits vs 1923 25 levels and high pressure promoters not earning. In Colorado bipartisan Smith sentiment surfaces. Hearst notes Democratic discontent with the New Deal limits insurrection, fearing Republican gain.

Colorado al Smith W. R. Hearst San Simeon

Meigs County Pioneer Society Forms in 1776 Centennial Year

Meigs County residents organized the Meigs County Pioneer Society with Stillman C. Larkin as president and John C. Hysell as vice president. Samuel Bradbury and others served as secretaries and executives. Tales shared included Thurman Hecox’s frontier hardships and early Olive Township finances from 1837 showing small sums and named residents.

Meigs County United States Meigs Salisbury Township Samuel Halliday Scotland Tobias Plantz Luther Hecox Thurman Hecox New York State Hocking Troy Township Athens County George Ackley Humphrey Waterman's Hill Hecox Mr. Sutton Shade River Tuppers Plains David Dailey Jacob Cowdery Samuel Branch Ezra Hoyt Levi Stedman Levi Solomon Burris Jacob Rice Mr. Kingsbury Olive Township W. D. Chambers Long Bottom Major Reed James Shields William Whiteside James Knowles Bennet Oakley

World Leaders Clash Over War and Peace Voices

A compilation of quotes from Baruch, Mussolini, Hepburn, Roosevelt, Tolley, Hutchins, and Ann Loring reflects postwar debates on sanctions, militarism, social welfare, youth education, and cultural life, capturing contrasting views from politics, academia, and cinema.

Locarno talks seek broad aggressor definition in security pact

Germany pushes a sweeping meaning for aggressor in the Locarno security pact proposals, asking for parity in disarmament and inclusion of political and moral pressure among aggressions. President Coolidge visits Athens briefly while on a special train.

Germany Locarno Switzerland Calvin Coolidge Athens Pi Beta Phi Mrs. Coolidge Doris Henry Alice Phillips Helen Peoples Mary Frances Goldsberry Ruth Jones Margaret Carpenter Audrey Ailes Jane Bagley Louella Barnhill

Sinking of Lusitania prompts German indemnity talks

The State Department weighed international aspects of the Lusitania sinking and planned to seek compensation from the German government for lost relatives. Wilbur Forrest reported shelling on Gallipoli while Teutonic forces massed in Hungary to threaten Serbia. Rev H P Daugherty was elected president of the Guysville Ministerial Union with several officers named. A street paving project continued between Court and North Congress streets near Cline Ice Cream Company.

United States Department of State H. P. Daugherty Guysville Ministerial Union Robert Grant W. O. Smith Dana T. Burns Court Street Congress Street The Cline Ice Cream Company

Poets Corner Verses From Messenger Readers

Poems and verses submitted by readers appear in this Coleman Beach section. Names and addresses are given for Eva Taylor Langaville Ohio and M D Thompson 13 Main St Glouster Ohio. The content includes religious reflections and rhymed lines about Calvary Gethsemane and Jesus.

Messenger Coleman Beach

Dover romance unfolds at Golden Feather club

In Dover Jean Dunn meets Sandy Harkins after a night at the Golden Feather. Harkins persuades her to an afternoon ride. she agrees, plans to escape the city with him, hoping for a country hike while other clues tie to Donald Montague and a bank robbery case. Mystery deepens as lawmen pursue Wingy Lewis through a web of acquaintances.

Jean Duns Bobby Wallace Golden Feather Art Lanning Sandy Harkins Sandy Dover Jean Donald Montague Larry Glenn Bobby Mike Hagan Polie Force Larry Wingy Lewis Evelyn Brady Montague Hagan the Golden Feather Lanning Miss Dunn Harkins Mr. Harkins Maplehurst Kaya Th Park Riding Academy

Understanding why children resist meals and how to help

Health Hints explains that a child's appetite hinges on emotional state and routine. Excitement fatigue and hostile table tension suppress hunger, while calm consistent meals and avoiding forceful tactics improve intake.

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Athens Messenger Prederick W Bush ATHENS MESSENGER @ HERALD PRINTING co Gordon & Sah Peateter One Om Charles H Harris Ander Paul Mallon Hitler Bernard M. Baruch Mitchell Hepburn Ontario United States of America President Roosevelt W. P. Tolley Allegheny College R. M. Hutchins University of Chicago Hollywood C. O. Clark East State Street Higley Study Club R. P. Tompkins Cambridge University England Ohio University Clair Huey Stanley Roush T. W. West O. U Helen Uliom Blaine R. Goldsberry Oscar Fulton Ohio-Denison Wilbur S. Forrest United Press Foreign Forces Gallipoli Peninsular Hungary Serbia Poets’ Corner Gethsemene Jesus Calvary Calvare Eva Taylor Langaville Ohio M. D. Thompson Main St Glouster, Oo George Clark Meegen NEA Service, Inc Mic Town Wethouchinney Mason City Wash Lou Gehrig Charley Dyre By DE. Morris
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