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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1920
Page
4
The New York Herald reports on the dispute over the League of Nations and Article X alleging it threatens national independence. It contrasts Wilson’s claims with his White House remarks and cites Senator Knox on a moral obligation versus legal duty to join force.
Educators argue long vacations waste time and harm study. State and local officials urge abolition of the long vacation while universities consider longer terms. Proponents say more school and proper recreation during the year improve readiness for life.
The piece argues heckling of speakers especially candidates is not new or customary in America. It notes people go to hear a speaker and expect interruptions only if necessary and that such interruptions may reflect public sentiment.
In a 1920 scene a timid looking elderly woman registers on the first day of voting in the big city. She confronts a clerk who warned her about jury duty, declares awareness of the law, threatens to report him, and vows to mobilize other women to ensure fair treatment.
A principal calls Marion to stay after school for neglecting work while she jokes about collectors and asking his wife. A judge interrogates a theft suspect who claims pride and paying for meals, challenging the motive and honesty in a small courtroom scene.
The article recounts Roosevelt's early push to break presidential precedents, the 1904 Republican harmony at St. Louis, Parker's bid backed by Belmont money, Bryan's dramatic intervention, and the decisive Roosevelt victory with a record popular margin. It notes Parker's decline, Bryan's last bid, and the unpredictable outcome of campaigns.
The Athens Messenger announces an Information Bureau directed by Frederic J. Haskin offering free answers to legal medical and financial questions. Submit a plain brief question with full name address and two cents for return postage. replies mailed to the inquirer.
Earl and Harold were Stewart visitors Saturday. Mrs Alpha Sutton of Canaanville stayed with Mrs Myrtle Stewart. John Bennett of Caldwell moved his family there. Mrs Prudence Wilson of Canaanville visited her mother Mrs Rebecca Starlin. Mr and Mrs Fred Nelson and baby were guests of her parents at The Gardens. Mrs Arnold Smith of Circleville visits her mother Mrs Bertie Lewis. The Ray Marquis family from near Canaanville visited Amos Van Dyke and wife. Charles Cameron and wife from Athens were here Sunday visiting old scenes.
The Commerce Department reports that coffee consumption rose in the year ending June 30 1920 reaching 12.7 pounds per capita, up from 9.99 pounds the prior year, indicating stronger postwar demand.
Mrs James Phetteplace hosted a social Saturday in New England receiving guests Mrs Stanton James of Athens Mrs Rhoda Hunter of near Guysville Mrs Caroline Tedrow Miss Mary Poston and brothers during the afternoon gathering.
Mrs. Bacon sells her A. J. Gould property as Edwin Goodwin buys Bacon’s house. Eli and Lou Spaulding visit sister Addie Laughlin at Stewart. Audria Bennett joins Miss Mattie Maharter near Guysville for a day. Davis family relocates to Canaanville. Fred Starlin moves into Davis house. Copeland Grosvenor families drive to Nelsonville for a Sunday visit with Carlos Ogg. Athens visitors include Ezra Smith Gertrude Copeland L. E. Post Will Morrison Fred Starlin Emery Poston Edwin Goodwin Audria Bennett. Stanton James returns home to Athens after two weeks with sister Cora McDonald. Belva Almasky of Canaanville visits her mother Pete Vandyke. Pete Vandyke’s two small children are sick. Len McDonald hosts Stanton James of Athens for Sunday.
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