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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1934
Page
4
The Athens Messenger established 1825 with Frederick W. Bush publisher and Charles H Harris as managing editor. Advertising and obituary notices appear. subscription rates listed for carrier and mail within Ohio.
A memorial tribute honors Doctor Elmer Burritt Bryan for transforming Ohio University into a fortress of learning and culture. The article praises his leadership, open door policy, and lifelong devotion to students, faculty, and community, noting his planned retirement and lasting impact on the university.
The Washington Naval Treaty appears likely to fail as Japan rejects binding limits and England seeks new ships. France and Italy also expand against each other, leaving the United States to face possible disarmament collapse and a surge in naval construction in 1935.
Inside analysis from Paul Mallon in Washington on the 1936 election. Democrats expected to lose 35 to 45 House seats but gain 4 to 6 in the Senate, leaving a strong majority. Roosevelt faces a more left-leaning Congress while remaining the moderating force on New Deal policies. Also notes Hull’s silver policy stance toward China and belief that China will ultimately benefit despite short-term losses.
The political grapevine says Upton Sinclair faces doom, prompting California stocks and bonds to halt their fall. Both parties show relief at his troubles, while Sinclair’s critics cite his writings against churches. Campaign funds bolster ads about his early literary work. Some strategists warn not to count wins before ballots.
England and the United States aim to stay within the Washington 1922 and London 1930 treaties on battleship ratios covering cruisers carriers and submarines. The U S may offer to cut all tonnage, offsetting Japan's sea parity demands as talks resume amid global unease. Japan’s Pacific ambitions help prompt new parleys after years of naval curtailment.
A county column urges a return to simple farmers institute values over elaborate programs. It laments overambitious projects and distant dreams, advocating focus on local schools, neighbors, and shared improvements fostering closer, practical understanding and community progress.
Dan Davis state highway resident engineer announced the probable completion of the Athens Marietta Road before winter. Athens Junior High School students announced adoption of an Armenian protege to be cared for in a Relief Organization dormitory. Ohio University Kindergarten Mothers Association elected officers: Miss McLeod vicepresident Mrs C L Jones secretary Mrs Arthur Boyles treasurer.
Olive Roberts Barton argues that politeness can undermine self-esteem in children when generosity is exploited. A well mannered child may yield second fiddle due to social pressure, creating insecurity and eroding self-respect. She urges teaching self-defense and assertion alongside manners to balance consideration with personal rights.
An Athens reader known as Cantwell asks for publication credit for a reflective letter. He discusses aging, inability to work, gratitude toward the mayor and relief efforts, and quotes biblical themes about humility and faith. The message, dated October 14, emphasizes appreciation for life’s basics and the human touch.
The article explains coronary thrombosis as a blockage of heart blood vessels caused by a clot or vessel spasm. It notes high mortality, with over half dying, and describes recovery as partial work and long-term lifestyle adjustments. It also mentions possible links to artery hardening and blood viscosity. The closing line cites August Koshutich, Croatian political context.
Sidney Griff investigates a web of murder and deception after Charles Mor den, a police reporter, is killed and Frank Cathay dies after a costly libel dispute with The Blade. Attorney Charles Fisher defends Cathay and references a settlement reached at the Palace Hotel before Cathay’s collapse and death.
The piece discusses Paul I Wellman’s Death on the Prairie and his broad account of Indian fighting on the plains from early battles to later conflicts with the Sioux. It praises Wellman’s readable style while noting his moral framing and vivid tales of frontier violence.
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