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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1937

Page

4

Classified Ad Rates and Subscription List

National press associations and newspaper offices list contact options for obituaries cards and banking notices. Subscription rates include one year 84.50 six months 2.50 ten weeks 1.00 and weekly 15c plus extra postage for other zones in Ohio counties Athens Gallia Hocking Meigs Morgan Vinton and Washington.

Athens Gallia Hocking Meigs Morgan Vinton Washington

One Dangerous Angle on China Policy and Neutrality

A columnist argues the U S must avoid war and enforce neutrality in China Japan relations. He warns a state act would shift embargoes and hurt China while not stopping Japan and urges protests, evacuation of nationals, and collective embargoes with other nations.

China United States Japan State Department

Fumigation Sursise on Free Speech Clash in Wisconsin

The piece argues that anti American groups like fascists or communists threaten free speech and that suppression may not cure subversion. It cites ACLU protests after a Hitler group was barred from a Wisconsin street demonstration and urges decisive action to prevent subversive movements from gaining power.

Wisconsin American Civil Liberties Union Communistic Civil Liberties Union Europe

Brain surgery proposed to cure criminal tendencies

A veteran reformatories inmate in Oklahoma advocates brain surgery to erase criminal tendencies. The piece imagines clinics treating offenders by operation rather than trial, suggesting truth serum and other remedies for errant spouses and a booming corrective industry.

Oklahoma

Parents Should Know About Child Bicycle Dangers

A newspaper column warns that youngsters on bicycles face frequent fatal or serious injuries from motor vehicles. It notes the bicycle comeback, the courage of young riders, and the shared road rights, urging awareness of the dangers parents overlook as traffic grows crowded.

Inventor Unveils Telescoping Necktie For Slapstick Comebacks

An inventor introduces a telescoping necktie aimed at slapstick comedians planning a television revival. The device extends to accommodate quick punchline reveals and concealed gag effects, promising easy on screen use.

Clapper Sees Policy Clash Over Neutrality Act and China Aid

Washington debates invoking the Neutrality Act as 20 American airplanes head to China while Japan tightens a port blockade. The issue tests whether the United States should enter or merely aid China indirectly, amid divided public opinion and fear of escalation.

Washington China Baltimore Japan America United States

Behind the Scenes in Washington Roosevelts Clash With Democrats

The piece asserts President Roosevelt can reshape the Democratic party by pressuring rival senators. It cites Senator Black's Supreme Court nomination and a Roanoke speech as signs of looming party splits. It warns of a 1938 primary battle, a 1940 convention clash, and a possible nationwide purge of independents.

Roosevelt Black Supreme Court Roanoke Joe Guffey White House Democratic Party Wheeler O'Mahoney Mr. Roosevelt Guffey United States

Golfing Marathon: Man Plays 300 Holes Before Work

A golfer reportedly completed a 300 hole round before heading to his office to unwind. The feat highlights endurance in early season golf and mirrors crowded course days this period.

Community notices of birthdays gatherings and relocations

Mrs. Arthur R. Cline hosted a birthday celebration at 54 Shannon Ave. Miss Goldie Cross held a linen shower at her parents’ home 112 University Terrace for her sister Miss Ruth Cross soon to wed Loren Herbert. Raymond Bardin Sr. and wife marked their son Raymond Jr.’s sixth birthday. Edward Algeo and Ralph Collins left for a business trip to Pontiac Michigan. Mary Powell, summering in Tucson, will teach kindergarten in Tucson schools. Headlines cited Allied peace terms and Western drives. other items mention Athens County boys enlisting. Dorothy Putnam visited Pittsburgh two months with Rev. Alexander Lamb. T. M. Pickering and daughter Nelle left for Sulphur Lick Springs. Rupel Jones returned from Plattsburg Army training camp.

Goldie Cross O. E. Cross University Terrace Ruth Cross Loren Herbert Albany E. W. McVey Mary Betty McVey Robert Kellar Floyd Dunham Akron Helen McVey Athens Mary Rol+ Jands Cincinnati Charles Robinet Earl Clint Jewell J. Ira Jones Columbus Chillicothe M. E. Church Margaret Goodwin Mary Frances Gillogly Faye Baker Cline T. A. Welch Mildred Detroit California Northwest Crusaders Civic Club Alsbany Alexander McKee Presbyterian Seminary Chicago Harriett Harley Ayler Kentucky Indiana Velma Geary Harrisonville David K. Landis Knoxeville Tenn Martha Lou Hunter MacFarlan A. D. Cline Eileen Lola Mae Baughman Margery Burris Mary Louise Vandyke

District Tales of Long Ago Ohio State Formation Timeline

District Tales recounts Ohio’s path from Northwest Territory to statehood a chronology prepared by Joseph T. Tracy auditor of state. It lists agreements and land deals from 1783 to 1792 including Paris treaty boundary ideas Virginia and Connecticut reserves the Northwest Ordinance 1787 and early land purchases by the Ohio Company.

Ohio Northwest Territory Joseph T. Tracy Paris Allegheny Mountains United States John Adams Virginia Military District Virginia Connecticut Western Reserve Connecticut Continental Congress Ohio Company Washington Rufus Putnam Manassah Cutler Robert Oliver Griffin Greene Congress

Internal secretion of male glands and aging questions

Dr Morris Fishbein reports on Warthin’s view that delaying aging is folly and hygiene extends life but increases the number of elderly. Prof Carl Moore notes male gland secretions do not shorten life nor enhance mentality or sleep, and that securing material for study is difficult. the exact value remains unknown.

Warthin Carl R. Moore

County Fair Gala Day Pageant By Laura Foster

A nostalgic poem from Laura B Foster of Columbus Ohio celebrates a county fair. It paints a parade of family friends Jenny Katy and Sue, a Ferris wheel and merry go round, a brass band and noon luncheon, ending with a wish to meet again at the big south gate on a holiday at the county fair.

Jenny Katy Sue Alamode Big South Gate

Adventure Aboard the Chinook Ends in Mystery

Kay Dearborn Melita Howard and Priscilla Dunn sail a leisurely cruise on the Chinook with two young scientists aboard. After a false start and a night run they anchor near Larramore Island and investigate a cabin sighting. The scene closes with Kay screaming as danger looms.

Kay Dearborn Melita Howard Kay Priscilla Dunn Forrest Brothers Grant Harper Priscilla Melita Jim Pike Larramore Island Larramore Larra Marine Station

Albany Social And Personal Highlights At Local Church And Events

Albany residents gather for church sermons and social visits as Rev J I Jones from Columbus preaches at the M E Church. Families host dinners and wiener roasts while students prepare for the State Fair and school opens. Local clubs plan meetings and teachers are hired for music and vocational agriculture.

Also Mentioned on This Page

American Newspaper Publishers Association Ohio Select List Audit Bureau of Circulation Ohio Newspaper Association Inland Daily Press Association THE United Press John W. Cullen Company New York Cleveland Raymond Clapper By Raymond Clapper Edward R. Burke Arthur R. Cline Shannon Ave Raymond Bardin Raymond, Jr Edward Algeo Ralph Collins Pontiac, Mich Mary Powell William D. Powell Tucson Arizona Wilson Athens County Dorothy Putnam Pittsburgh Alexander Lamb T. M. Pickering Nelle Pickering Sulphur Lick Springs Mr. Rupel Jones Plattsburg, N. Y George Clark Boece DR. Morris Fishbein Poet's Corner Messenger Laura B. Foster Columbus, O Fairweather Cove Heerties Mel Denton's Point Social and Personal Fies
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