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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1924
Page
4
A compact Bible verse reflection opens with Am I my brother's keeper Gen 4 9 and follows with a motto on responsibility linking it to capacity and power by J G Holland
The piece argues highway funding must shift from farmers to the general public as roads became automakers’ thoroughfares. It cites Republican candidate Harry Davis promising relief for property owners abutting roads and predicts a Republican win would bring a new deal on road costs and substantial savings for farmers.
Advertising follows demand and reflects shopper mood, with firms varying policies by season. Departments use bargains to spread word, while sustained campaigns can maximize return. Improper advertising wastes millions, yet skilled campaigns yield tens of millions in revenue.
Abraham Lincoln’s awkward look came from his clothes, not his character. Cornelius Cole recalls sitting near Lincoln during the Gettysburg address and argues tailored attire mattered to voters, while noting fashion shifts over generations and the gendered differences in dress.
The Soviet Russian Finance Commissioner says Russia will obtain foreign loans in the tens of millions of rubles, possibly from America if England does not deliver. He notes unnamed American banks have promised support for purely commercial purposes, while critics doubt repayment and view the Soviet government as unrepresentative and faithless. It is noted that a regime proclaiming to abolish capital now seeks foreign capital to fund its industries.
Washington D C The piece discusses the anticipated use of radio to broadcast election returns on election night 1924 and the technical and analytical challenges of assembling counting data from 48 states. It notes the need for expert math to compare current returns with 1920 results and the difficulty of interpreting results across regions and third party impacts.
Athens County voters receive a detailed outline of probate judge Samuel M. Johnson’s career from Trimble roots to Army service and county tenure. The piece praises Joseph T. Tracy for state audit leadership and urges a straight Republican vote, arguing for efficiency and protectionist labor policies amid tariff debate.
The favorable impression of Harry L. Davis as governor is noted by thousands of friends in southern Ohio. During his two years in office he pursued a business administration and advanced permanent road construction, with community gains expected to expand if re-elected.
A Democratic woman touring Athens criticized the robber Republican tariff and urged a tougher immigration law. She warned European migrants would undercut American labor, then admitted her tariff stance was incorrect while praising the new immigration measure as strong.
A report notes British scientists find malaria germ injections may cure general paralysis, a condition with no prior cure. The piece cites the disease’s blood-borne attack and quinine-based follow up, while reflecting on political hints and future scientific dreams.
A historical reflection credits the Monroe Doctrine with preventing European seizure of American lands. The speaker asserts no war will occur, noting British statesmen are guiding policy and reducing the likelihood of conflict.
Shenandoah, the American airship, flew swiftly over the Ozark forest yesterday aiming to end a 10000 mile journey at Lakehurst New Jersey before nightfall. The Atlantic to Pacific trip honors the crew and administration. The government plans a regular mail service across the Atlantic with passenger service to follow.
Next week a new tunnel under the Hudson will connect New York City with the mainland for automobile traffic. The project emphasizes road travel rather than rail, with officials signaling readiness as a key infrastructure step.
A surveyed Andes tunnel near Antofagersta may become the world highest, elev 14766 ft, intended to carry a rail link between Argentina and Chile. The piece also covers swimming requirements for women in colleges, Donati's Comet sightings in 1855, Leviathan Atlantic crossing times, and other quick Q&A items.
Lew Dockstader 68 former blackface comedian dies after an illness from a Proctor's show. He will be buried today after services at All Angels church in New York following his fifty years in minstrel entertainment.
Prosecutor H W Mitchell issued precipes for two special venues totaling 120 names for first degree murder trials in Belmont county next month. Men accused of criminally assaulting girls and then slaying their victims will go on trial.
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