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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1936

Page

4

Athens Messenger and Herald Publishing Details

Publication and staff notes for The Athens Messenger and Herald include publisher Gordon K Bush and managing editor Charlies H Astris. Lists associations and circulation bodies and outlines advertising rates by application, with subscription prices in Ohio for various delivery intervals.

Gordon K Bush Mer Charlies H Astris American Newspaper Publishers Association Ohio Audit Bureau of Circulation Associated Ohio Dailies Iniang Daily Press Association

Promise and Performance in New Deal Policy Debates

Excerpts recount the 1930s Farm Board acts and AAA programs with figures on land retirement, cotton destruction, and pig slaughter. It notes spending rises, new federal bureaus, and calls for budget cuts and permanent taxes as criticisms and context for the era.

Wealth in Tree Planting To 26 Million Seedlings In 40 States

The 1935 distribution of 26 million forest seedlings to farmers nationwide boosts long term wealth. Through the Forest Service and state cooperation the seedlings are for windbreaks soil protection and farm woodlots. Trees will endure for a century or more, aiding soil, water, shade and future lumber or fuel. No life is wasted if a person plants a tree.

Federal Forest Service

Wrestler Zbyszko Reported Safe After Revolt Vague

A wrestling figure Zbyszko was thought to be harmed during a revolt but is confirmed safe. The report notes confusing sounds and misdirection as possible deception in the unrest.

Zbyszko

Survivor recalls gas filled mine experience amid political speech

A reflective note ties a miner’s gas filled ordeal to a political harangue while noting train speeds and music ideas. It mentions Casey Jones rhythms and a generous golfer at family dinners as contrasting images against the rebels big push provoking Hitler and Mussolini.

Hull Denials and International Talk Stir Washington

Washington observers note disputes over a world economic conference and foreign policy drift. Hull denies rumors of high level plans while Roosevelt supporters push foreign affairs as a campaign issue amid Communist strategy debates and internal party tensions.

Europe Washington Mr. Hull Paris London Hull New York Roosevelt Woodrow Wilson

Congress to Lose Its Most Colorful Members in Election

The next Congress will differ greatly from the last as primaries and deaths remove the most recognizable House figures. Gassaway of Oklahoma rode into headlines, Hoeppel of California faces a guilty verdict on conspiracy to sell a West Point appointment, and Texas Tom Blanton has no appeal. Monaghan of Montana and Zionceck also fell in the race and tragedy, reshaping the lineup.

House Gassaway Capitol Steps Hoeppel West Point Texas Tom Blanton Monaghan Montana Zionceck

Driver honks through town mocked with eggs and tomatoes

A Michigan motorist who blasted his horn through the town faced a shelling from locals who hurled eggs and tomatoes as a reaction to his driving. The scene tied to a harvest idea aimed at aiding drought-stricken farmers.

Michigan

Coffee planters seek more after volcanic eruption

The text notes Java coffee planters getting more coffee after a volcanic eruption and compares to similar outcomes in some restaurants. It mentions a new pistol for G men with a 30 pound punch and suggests caution with the phrase big shot. It also hints that a man’s approach to a maid may become cautious if she is a gay maid.

Java

Lynx panic grips village as Billy Angler triggers forest chase

In a rural tale Billy Angler spots a lynx near the Mallon woods prompting a village to mobilize. Men arm muskets and axes as fear spreads while Chadwick leads the prepared‑for defense against the wild animal encounter.

Mallon Place William Chadwick Billy Angler Barnum Billy Jesse Owens Mallon Woods Bill Chadwick

Family notes from past harvest days and reunions

Sunday guest Mr J H Allen from Columbus visits Mr and Mrs 8S S Carpenter. Mrs Charles DeMolet visits sons in town from Lynn Haven Fla. A seven year old fracture occurs in Mountville at the Carter home. Boy Scout Camp Copeland directors named Bill Silvas and Ralph Pritts. Graham family reunion hosted by Mrs Blanch Graham Bartlett.

8S. S. Carpenter J. H. Allen Columbus Charles DeMolet Lynn Haven, Fla Charles DeMolet, Jr John DeMolet Richard LaFollette Federal Garfield Carter Mountville Bill Silvas Ralph Pritts Copeland James A. Palmer Marietta Julia Reed

Sketches From Childhood School Days

Poem recalls a white schoolhouse on the plain with rose bush and clove scent. It reflects memories of friends, bell cadence, roll call, games, and the daily march home at four o clock. Led a Sams signs authorship.

Public Forum wonders about 1934 4-H camp memories

Nora Hall and Martha Anne Heckman of Trimble write to The Messenger complaining about this year’s Jackson County 4-H camp. They recall 1934 camp freedoms and activities, question camp finances and leadership, and urge bringing back former camp days and sportsmanship.

Athens Hocking Jackson County Mr. Johnson Mr. Chambers O. K Nora Hall Martha Anne Heckman Trimble

Judith Howard Holds Firm Against Engagement Ends

Judith Howard refuses to break her four year engagement to Steve Fowler despite his demand for control over her career. He visits her apartment after a tense lunch, then argues with friends Bob and Virginia Bent. Judith weighs her longing for love against her resolve to keep her job.

Judith Howard Stephen Fowler Steve Judith Virginia Bob Bent Bob Virginia Bent Toby Lynch Toby Mrs. Bent Jerry Macklin Bents Steve Fowler

Quotable Lines From Baseball Leaders And Celebrities

A collage of remarks highlights attitudes on wealth fame and sports. Theodore Dreiser Theodore Cremin and Barton MacLane are quoted alongside Billy Southworth on wealth risk and pitching.

Billy Southworth Memphis

Feet problems and a guide to prevent flat feet

Dr Morris Fishbein explains common foot ailments tied to bad posture and ill fitting footwear. He describes signs of foot pain and swelling, causes such as obesity and changes in shoes, and outlines arch supports and exercises to strengthen muscles and prevent flat feet.

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Ano « Ae Athens Messenger & Herald Printing CO THE United Press John W Cullen Company Chicago Detroit President's Farm Board Secretary of Agriculture Franklin D. Roosevelt Topeka AAA Bankhead United States Agricultural Adjustment Administration Congress Henry Wallace Chester Davis Hoover New Deal Casey Jones Hitler Mussolini Illinois Hawaii Midwest Paul Mallon Stalin Mr. Roosevelt Farley Browder National Press Club Farmer-Labor John L. Lewis Popular Front France Spain Mac Bethel W. E. Peters Dayton Supt B. O. Skinner A. F. Laverty Helen Margaret Wellston Athens County Poet’s Corner Messenger Dusty Miller Leda Sams the Public Forum the Messenger George Clark Nard Jones Judith Howards They Say Theodore Dreiser Arthur Cremin New York School of Music Barton MacLane Morris Fishbein
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