Doctor to commercialize patent substitute for cellulose
Lenwood hospital staff to engage in manufacturing a long developed product. The non-breakable waterproof substitute for cellulose, patented by Dr Weber, targets automobile curtains and will be produced in Cincinnati where he will retire from government service on November first. Dr Weber previously served on the medical staff at Athens State hospital. his wife is Flo Hedges, daughter of S E Hedges of this city.
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Old and New Speaking of Bonar Law and Lloyd George
The piece quotes Bonar Law praising Lloyd George’s wartime service while arguing that political leadership must not be treated as a permanent right. It notes shifts in power are inevitable and needed for a living society, urging rulers to earn their position anew.
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Cost of living climbs again after two years of deflation
The article notes a 24 percent drop from the 1920 peak to 1922 but prices have risen again. Fuel costs surged due to shortages and market instability while food and clothing edged lower, rents and utilities still higher. Economists question the prolonged deflation narrative.
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America
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Theodore Roosevelt as a Symbol Beyond Politics
The piece argues Roosevelt’s lasting impact exceeds his era’s politics. It notes his trust-busting legacy and argues his personality as the strongest force shaping American history. Roosevelt’s enduring influence outstrips even ardent supporters’ claims.
An assortment of quips and notices from a 20th century column
The fragment lists satirical lines about winter coal shortages marriages and gossip. It notes a New York detective crowing over crooks and reports a Texas telephone girl linked to two husbands. A late spring Eureka Arkansas crime blurb closes the snippet.
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New York
Opportunities in Your Navy Aims to Recruit 38000 Men
Washington October 24 The Navy launches a vigorous drive to enlist 38000 young men for training as artisans machinists aviators gunners radiomen torpedomen electricians clerks submarinemen and other naval vocations. Recruits gain career value peace time security and retirement benefits including lifelong pensions. The article argues strong Navy protects America from foreign aggression and underpins diplomacy.
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Athens day by day as seen by the Messenger Watch Dog
A humorous local column recounts a Sabbath scene of a farmer and nut gathering, followed by a Salvation Army appeal and reader Q A items. It includes civic notices, travel advice, safety questions, and historical facts from Athens community life engaging readers with period voice.
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Athens
Questions and Answers Information Service Notice
Anp reader can get the answer to any question by writing The Athens Messenger Information Bureau Frederic J Haskin Director Washington D C This offer applies strictly to information bureau cannot give advice on legal medical and financial matters It does not attempt to settle domestic troubles nor to undertake research on any subject Write your question plainly and briefly Give full name and address and enclose two cents in stamps for return postage All replies are sent direct to the inquirers.
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Reflections On Righteousness And Life’s Missing Gifts
A concise devotional noting Isaiah and Alice Cary thoughts. The verse ties righteousness to peace and lasting assurance, while the quote reflects how life’s gaps can teach as much as its gains.
Dr Weber to Produce Own Patent Soon
Clippings from Augusta Georgia newspapers report the retirement of Dr Kenneth L Weber and hint at him preparing to take out his own patent soon.
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Dr. Weber
Augusta
Kenneth L. Weber
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