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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1929
Page
4
Fifty Years Of Light Over Nor Myeasy
Cooper urges a proclamation for the fiftieth anniversary of the incandescent lamp invented by Thomas Alva Edison. The piece extols Edison and warns of calamity if illumination fails, noting Ohio usage shifts from kerosene to electric light and the pendulum of fashion may swing back to older lamps. It also discusses stock market activity and the 1929 economic outlook, insisting profits remain high overall despite sector slowdowns and optimistic consumer demand for autumn and holiday trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cooper
Ohio
Thomas Alva Edison
Edison
Mr. Edison
Panic of 1903 and Market Slump Cited by Morgan Experts
The piece explains Panic of 1903 as caused by clogging markets with undigested securities. It notes a milder fall where Cleveland Trust Company writers describe a surge of new securities that the public stopped eagerly buying, leading many sharp speculators to reassess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Morgan
Cleveland Trust Company
The Case for Uniform Taxation Across States
An exploration of taxation fairness and uniformity argues that government funding should be shared by all who benefit. It notes varying state rules and personal suspicion about tax returns, suggesting a universal principle could reduce complaints if applied consistently nationwide.
Four Tracks for Gas Firm President Insull Warned
As president of the Midland United Company of Chicago the speaker urges the American Gas Association to boost sales by cutting prices and using persuasive advertising and proper salesmanship. The note warns that if young Mr. Insull follows this path he will resemble a big industrial dinosaur someday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland United Company of
Chicago
American Gas Association
Mr. Insull
Russia to field six million young soldiers soon
The article notes that nearly all young Russians undergo military service and that Russia will have six million trained soldiers under thirty. It warns Western Europe would face a large, mobile force with tanks aircraft and modern gear if they move westward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Western
Europe
Young Soldiers Learn About Capitalism Aims in Russia
A briefing says capitalism seeks to do business in Russia, not to rush the country, shaping young soldiers’ understanding of economic policy and international trade realities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Proletariat Rulers Duty Emphasized to Soldiers
A speech or directive urges soldiers to view the laboring class as capable of ruling the entire world, framing the proletariat as the rightful sovereigns. The message targets military personnel to align with revolutionary governance principles.
The Feet Carry On As Head Holds The Load
A fragmented reflective piece contrasts the feet bearing weight with the head that stays atop. It then shifts to a line about Russian soldiers carrying hooks and the idea that might be better than carrying vodka.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albuquerque
Des Moines
Ramsay MacDonald urges evolution over revolution in labor talks
In Canada Ramsay MacDonald of the Socialist Party tells unions that changes must come by evolution, not revolution, as in the past. A proposal suggests using space above the Pennsylvania Terminal tracks in New York City as a 50 000 seat sporting arena with a prize fight ring to help cover overhead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert Swan Messenger
New York
Canada
Ramsay MacDonald
Socialist Party
Pennsylvania Terminal
New York City
Pennsylvania
Prize fighting unlikely for Pennsylvania railroad land
General A tries to avoid dedicating Pennsylvania property to prize fight purposes. The space could later serve as an air main landing, suggesting future utility beyond boxing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A’ Try
Pennsylvania Railroad
Pennsylvania
Health and Diet Guidance From Dr McCoy Weekly Menus
Weekly menu suggestions from Dr Frank McCoy author of The Newest Way to Health covering breakfasts like French omelet and coddled eggs with melba toast lunches with macaroni and salads dinners with meats and vegetables. Reader questions address lip scar treatment for children by plastic surgery, porridge like brose digestion concerns, and left arm pain possibly due to angina or circulation issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DR. Frank
McCoy
Progress Vision: Roofs For Planes In Public Buildings
The article contemplates a future where a straight up and down helicopter type machine is perfected and used to create first class offices or hotels with roofs reserved for airplanes. It argues such a plan would align with Pennsylvania progress but rejects a public arena for prize fights as inappropriate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Public Forum Opposes Tax Limitation Amendment
Athens Ohio reader critique argues the 1927 15 mile tax limit belongs in statute not the constitution. It warns the proposed amendment expands powers outside the limit, hides deficits, and excludes bond levies from tax caps. Mardis urges a defeat calling for voter awareness and notes protections for exemptions.
Indications of a good education and early 20th century Q&A
The text lists five evidences of an education per Nicholas Murray Butler: mastery of language, refined manners, capacity for reflection, growth, and efficiency. It also poses trivia on the Indian runner in the City of San Francisco search and Washingtons naval policy for protecting neutral commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicholas Murray Butler
San Francisco
George Washington
D. W
Early Lobbying and Land Grants Shape Founding Era Policy
Washington notes recount the rise of lobbyists after the Assumption bill, detailing bribery and corruption to secure land grants and favorable laws. It highlights canal graft, swamp land schemes, and prominent investors from Boston and Philadelphia. notes the shift toward western lands and the heavy influence of finance and trade interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Phil- Welphia
Georein
Roeton
Agg Vt
New England Mississipi
Boston
Treasury
Supreme Court
Tribery
Watoeh and Erie Canal Company
Ivy
Indiana
Ohio
Minots
Wisconsin
Michigan
Corvers
Tta
Erant
Riley Capner
Study in Coptect English By W L Gordon
Words often misused and mispronounced are examined with examples. The piece defines friend and acquaintance, explains pronunciation of biscuit, and contrasts rack with wrack. It urges daily vocabulary growth and presents today's word trenchant with usage.
Sugar Shortage Bans Purchases in Athens Stores
Athens markets limit sugar to one pound per customer amid shortages while other shops report depleted supplies. Messenger delivery boys named on honor roll include Patrick Griffen and Darrell Herron among several others. Roach family returns from Pittsburgh with son in law and daughter to visit Mr and Mrs B Frank Stout and Dr and Mrs Edwin W Chubb host Athens Reading Club on Friday to discuss Roosevelt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens
Messenger
Patrick Griffen
Darrell Herron
Verle Kenney
Max Lewis
Theodore Moorhead
Everett Shirley
Earl Strickland
Wynne Vernon
Fred Weber
Lawrence Worstel
Frank S&s. Roach
Pittsburgh
B. Frank Stout
Edwin W. Chubb
Athens Reading Club
South Court Street
Roosevelt
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Emecmanin
John W. Cullen Company
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York
General Motors Brig
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Beecher
Gotham
Great Metropolis
Manhattan
Jersey Side
West Street
Lower Manhattan
Arthur Brisbane
King Features Incorporated
John Hix
McClure Newspaper
Dr. McCoy
Priday
K. Mardis
M. T
Ames
Andy
R. G
Arctic America
United States
United States Supreme Court
Africa
District of Columbia
Department of Justice
Rodney Dutcher Messenger
W L& Gordon
Middleport
Athens High
River Boys
Frank J. Wolfe
York Township
Oho
Miami
Ohifo University
Oxford
A. V. Linscott
Seth Linscott
Amesville
Pharoah
Daugh
Ter
Daniel
Miss Wilbur
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