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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1932
Page
4
The fragment lists mailing rates and subscription details for The Athens Messenger from New York distribution with prices for various durations. It notes second class mail and a foreign office reference, but many lines are garbled. The readable items include price points and subscription period offers.
A compact devotional line urges readers to seek wisdom and discernment. It references a biblical verse emphasizing judgment, mercy, and support for the vulnerable, urging calm contemplation and ethical action.
The piece argues that global wheat surpluses, driven by the US and Canada, push prices to record lows. It warns tariffs and competition from Argentina and others threaten American farmers with foreclosures while other foods face similar price pressures.
The Messenger invites women to attend daily thrift and nutrition sessions at the Senior High School Auditorium in Athens. Lectures by uth Campbell will mix practical cooking demonstrations with health and budget advice from government and educational sources. The program aims to improve homemaking, family health, and local prosperity amid economic hardship.
The article reviews President Hoover’s push for reduced government costs over two years. It notes Democratic House resistance to his specific cuts and reorganizations, while the Senate and Republicans faced deadlock. It mentions a compromise cutting about 100 million annually but damningly portrays ongoing partisan battles over routine expenditures and new bills.
Dorothy Dix advises that an intellectual man should seek a wife who shares interests and mental equal in order to sustain companionship beyond beauty. She warns against marrying dull or solely attractive partners, noting brains age well while beauty fades and shared conversation matters most. A separate query asks how to get to know a boy. the suggestion is to invite him to a small party to become better acquainted.
Highlights include Mrs. Ralph P Jennings leaving for a two month visit to Los Angeles. Alpha Xbelte Sorority held a Halloween party at the Kircher home with guests O L Hoisington and Edith Stockiin. Grace Kirby announced engagement to Granville Evans of Boston, son of Griffith H Evans.
In Washington a split emerges between Progressives and Hoover supporters. La Follette catalogs Hoover faults from resisting farm relief to federal power policy while Hoover defends limited deficits, public works, and private ownership. The piece frames the contrast as Republican conservatism versus progressive critique.
A columnist argues punctuality shapes a child’s future, urging parents to model regular schedules. It notes children slow to follow orders, and that consistent routines boost morale, health, and success even if wealth remains elusive.
Dr Morris Fishbein discusses boils as caused by germs and skin irritation, noting risk factors such as hair presence and skin diseases. He warns against self treatment, promotes antisepsis, and details prevention. The piece then shifts to parenting guidance on punctuality, routines, and calm supervision.
Tam Hanson of Hawnee Ohio writes from Athens County detailing family hardship since the Civil War, praises Republican values, and urges voting straight Republican and against booze. He recalls flour prices, labor beach, and early shoe repair earnings, and asks Athens County to support prohibition and strong national leadership. Born August 6, 1859, he signs Get 26, 1832.
Moscow outlines its aim for formal US recognition and exchange of trade. The regime believes closer ties would strengthen Soviet position commercially and politically, expand access to American markets, and avert war amid Far East tensions with Japan.
An old tale contrasts a Quaker known for peace with a tough man who insults him. After a punch, the Quaker echoes turning the other cheek then knocks him down with swift efficiency. The piece links this to President Hoover facing Democratic opposition.
Soviet officials urge that diplomatic recognition by the United States would reduce friction and unlock large potential trade. They argue America would gain from Soviet demand for American techniques while debt and claims are settled. Credit barriers could ease once recognition is secured, redirecting German financing away from Soviet manufacturing toward American producers.
A newly perfected gas heated dryer will be installed in the Co Ed beauty shop, ready for use Tuesday after a Monday installation. Announced November 1, the system heats in 200 minutes and uses a uniform air flow to control temperature, with a new device maintaining even heat. The dryer runs along two 49 foot walls, offering 12 helmets.
A dense list of clue prompts spans churns hides prophets and tools. Across and down entries hint at terms from zoology anatomy botany music and geography including idioms and abbreviations, inviting solver to align letters and discover a cohesive grid.
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