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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1932

Page

4

Berens Nelson Tage Stery Logan Pomeroy Coolville Galli Polis and Surrounding

A fragmented passage lists regions in Southeastern Ohio and multiple counties and towns, referencing newspaper affiliations and associations. It notes circulation details and rates, including carrier and mail prices, with mentions of audited press groups and postal classifications.

Ohio Aper Berens Nelson Tage Sterlogan Pomeroy Middleport Coolville Gallipolis

Thought for Today Blessings From Psalms Verse

A devotional line cites Psalms 37 4 urging delight in the Lord to receive the desires of the heart. The verse offers comfort and spiritual guidance in daily reflection.

New Belgian Fortifications Highlight Border Defence Plans

A Brussels dispatch reports Belgium plans ultra modern fortifications along the German border. Fortifications focus on places German troops used to invade Belgium in 1914. The piece argues distrust between nations fuels arms races and ongoing war costs for Belgian taxpayers while urging arms control groups to address that root cause.

Brussels Belgium

Little girls still love dolls as 1932 toy market grows

The article notes the doll industry sells over 25 million dollars worth of dolls annually in the United States and shows little decline. It highlights markets for doll houses and accessories, and reports a company adopting a 24 hour schedule to handle advance orders for a new life like baby doll.

United States

Newspapers Win Readers as Radios Change Tastes

Psychologists note magazines and books lose appeal as radio, talkies, and cars shift public reading. In a large population only about 11 million read above juvenile levels, yet newspapers remain popular due to crisp, fast news. The era favors quick facts over lengthy classics.

Newsboy Detective Solves Detroit Counterfeit Ring

Edwin Cieslak a 15 year old Detroit newsboy told a policeman when confronted by a counterfeiter. The suspect was arrested and a home search yielded two more arrests. Edwin’s quick thinking outs the counterfeiters and proves newsboys can be valuable citizens.

Edwin Cieslak Detroit Edwin College of Hard Knocks

Quibble Over Bridge Repair Delays Highway Safety

Residents warn a narrow arched bridge over New York Central tracks on New Marshfield Road must be rebuilt at 300 to 400 to prevent a dangerous crossing. Inspectors note unsafe side railings and rotting planks. with Route 31 torn up traffic shifts to Route SG increasing risk. The Athens Chamber of Commerce urges state highway officials to repair immediately.

New Marshfield Road New York Central Columbus Athens Chamber of Commerce State Highway Department

Congress Spotlight on Old Issues for Short Session

Washington notes a rush of familiar topics awaiting the brief session from December to March. Key fights loom over Hoover debt moratorium, unemployment relief, prohibition, World Court, banking laws, and farm relief, with St Lawrence treaty due for Senate action and a possible post election extra session.

Washington Congress Hoover World Court Senate Farm Board Philippine Independence Treasury Glass Virginia Federal Reserve House

Where to Find a Husband‑worthy Wife for a Happy Home

Dorothy Dix counsels Ralph to seek a good wife among ordinary, home‑oriented women rather than social climbers. She urges men to contribute to a cheerful, well‑run home by supporting budgets, praising meals, and sharing domestic duties to inspire a wife’s pride in marriage.

Pix Ralph

Explaining Yesterday's Cartoon and Notable Figures

The piece highlights Louise Brown, a musical comedy dancer, who set a world record by executing 85 pirouettes on toe in New York in August 1932 at Tarasoff's Studio. It also profiles Robert Kiphuth, a famed U S Olympic swimming coach who paradoxically cannot swim a stroke himself, noting his extensive coaching success at Yale and in collegiate championships. It ends with a teaser about Nature's Drydock tomorrow.

Louise Brown Miss Brown Tarasoff New York City Yale Kiphuth Nature

Union Musicians Strike For Higher Wages In Cleveland

Union musicians in Cleveland walk out at movie houses seeking about a 28 percent wage increase. Other notes: Congressman I M Foster fights to retain a 33 cent wool duty to aid Ohio farmers.

Cleveland I. M. Foster Ohio

Athens Schools to Open Monday After Labor Day Recess

Athens schools will open Monday September 11 as Principal Rupp expects record enrollment. Gordon Bush returns from De Beque Colorado after summer on a cattle ranch. Traffic crashes during Labor Day recess in Athens County caused serious injuries and many vehicles damaged in ditches.

Athens Rupp Gordon Bush de Beque Colo Athens County

Food costs ease despite rail strikes and unrest

Amid rail strike and industrial unrest the cost of food has declined yet remains higher than 1913 levels. Prices show a downward trend but the real value compared with prewar years remains elevated, signaling slow relief for consumers.

Prof Guilum Pursues Graduate Work at Ohio State

Prof F B Guilum has spent the summer at Ohio State University pursuing work toward his Master’s and Doctoral degrees.

F. B. Guilum Ohio State University

Louis S. Brown Named General Sales Agent

Twenty years ago today Louis S. Brown was named general sales agent for the Canaan Coal Company.

Louis S. Brown Canaan Coal Company

Athens businessmen sail for Chillicothe conference

A delegation of Athens business men left at noon today for Chillicothe for a final conference with the B. and O. 8 S. W. superintendent about arranging a labor train to Canaanville.

Athens Chillicothe S. W Canaanville

City Council borrows for sidewalks on First and Second Streets

The city council borrowed $1 891 52 for sidewalk work on First and Second Streets awaiting collection of a special assessment for Presi dent and Congress Streets. In Clerk Harris’s absence B M Covert filled in as acting clerk.

City Council President and Congress Streets Harris B. M. Covert

Emergency law to repair Athens County pikes after floods

Authorities will invoke emergency law to fix badly damaged pikes in Athens County following heavy rains and floods. If repairs fail before winter, the pikes may become worthless by spring.

Athens County

Earl E Baker Nominated for State Dairy Commissioner

Earl E Baker editor of The Athens Daily Tribune was named as a candidate for State Dairy and Food Commissioner on the Bull Moose ticket in a party nomination.

Earl E. Baker Athens Daily Tribune

Alderman Attends Brick Makers Meeting in Columbus

Dr. W. N. Alderman travels to Columbus to join brick manufacturers at a joint session with the State Highway Commission to discuss industry plans.

W. N. Alderman Columbus State Highway Commission

Ohio State Fair Silver Revenue Soars to New Highs

The Ohio State Fair collected over 6000 pounds of silver in admissions and total receipts topped previous records by more than 20000 dollars across all sources. Advertising drew large crowds and boosted attendance.

Alpha Gamma Delta Members Attend Corn Roast East of Town

Local sorority members and friends gathered for a corn roast near Miss Ernestine Cooley's home, enjoying a social event in a rural east town area.

Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority Ernestine Cooley

Responsibility for Bridge Costs Debated

The text discusses who should pay for a safe bridge. If the responsible parties are human, they will provide the bridge and later argue over who covers the expenses.

Obsolescence and technological surplus age discussed by NH authority

A New Hampshire official warns that global society faces occupational obsolescence and a surplus of technology. The remarks reflect concern about rapid change and the challenge of interpreting complex findings.

New Hampshire

Fathers With No Time For Their Boys Life

A snapshot of a typical 1950s family day shows Bob Porter juggling work and Scout drills while his father stays at the office for an order from Cleveland. The piece contrasts fathers who miss family moments with children seeking attention and connection.

Fred Bob Bugle Corps Cleveland Mary Porter Bill MacDonald

Items of Interest: DC Area Size and Soybean By-products

The District of Columbia covers 68 square miles. The Orient yields about 250 soybean by-products and the United States produces around 50 products from soybeans.

District of Columbia Orient U. S

Rising boundary treaty places Mt Ararat fully in Turkey

A new boundary agreement between Turkey and Peru transfers control of both peaks of Mt Ararat into Turkish territory. The document notes historical shifts in borders and cites broader geopolitics behind the pact.

Mt. Ararat Turkey Perata

The Silver Spoon in Truth n Poetry

A humorous poem contrasts the knight of old with modern pretensions. It recalls a hero who needed little to woo, wore armor bought cheaply, and enjoyed simple generosity from a peasant, leaving the world to sing of his fame. The poem notes today’s lack of such easy advantages and a legend built on cinches.

Old Wells

Nasal Polyps Pose Breathing Obstruction Risk

The article explains nasal polyps or similar tumors arising from mucous membranes can block the nose and raise infection risk. Removal is advised though recurrence is possible, with radium sometimes used post operation to curb new growth. Diagnosis requires a physician via nasal exam or sinus X-rays with opaque contrast.

Prison crowding sparks inmate discontent study

The prison commissions visit a facility housing 4,000 men, intended for 1,500, to learn why inmates are unhappy with the crowded conditions and seek reasons for the unrest.

Japanese Explain Manchuria Fight Simply

The text states that Japan aimed to seize Manchuria from Russia and hand it to China, describing the motive behind the fighting in Manchuria.

Manchuria Russias China

50-50 plan to settle Hocking Valley coal strike

A Nelsonville writer urges Governor White to accept a 50-50 settlement. The proposed plan calls for troop withdrawal, a five member arbitration board, and a final decision valid through August 1985. Local Union No. 3905 of Kimberly Ohio submits the resolution.

Nelsonville Hall Wayne Wingett Adj Frank D. Henderson Athens County White Irvin Nanna Ohio Hocking Sunday Creek Hocking Valley George White United Mine Workers Sunday Creek Valleys Governor White

Questioning Wage Cuts From Farmers Reader Letter

A reader from Athens Ohio argues against wage and salary cuts for public workers. He notes reduced pay lowers spending power and taxes remain high. He criticizes taxes on foreign loans and railroads and urges fairer pay to sustain spending. Dated September 3, 1932.

Messenger

A Woman’s View on Prohibition and Reasonable Behavior

Cc. W. SUPER argues women’s influence on liquor policy is limited and praises some women yet critiques drink. He notes Lower Canada’s losses from American visitors, cites Byron, Greeley, and a German preacher, and reflects on juries and war. He remains not a rabid prohibitionist and dislikes beer while tolerating wine.

T. A. Copeland New York Times Lower Canada Lord Byron Horace Greeley Cc. W

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