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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1932

Page

4

Fragmentary Trade Group Names and Offices

Fragmentary OCR lists associations and offices, mentioning Inland Daily Press Association United Press and Chicago New York Detroit addresses. It references obituary cards and advertising rate inquiries at foreign offices.

Géiect Aucit Suresc Jicuistions Assoc Ameren Inland Daily Press Association Ab Leosee United Press Associations Onto Ohio Jona W Cullen Com Bouth Michigan Ave Chicago New York Geneval Motors Detroit

Thought for Today In Job 2:2

A brief pro verse noting that wrath harms the foolish and envy destroys the silly, reflecting a moral reminder from Job.

Grand Rapids Boasts Months Without Traffic Fatalities

Grand Rapids Michigan reports six months with no traffic deaths and only two fatalities since January. The city held a parade to mark the safety milestone amid nationwide auto fatalities. The record is presented as a model slogan for child safety and urban traffic planning.

Grand Rapids Mich

Substantial Abuses in Federal Subsidies Highlighted

In a radio address Representative Robert Bacon of New York exposed how in 1931 fourteen states paid no net federal taxes while receiving 24 million dollars from the government. He warned that subsidies totalled 219 million in 1931 and have risen for a decade, often raising state taxes and expanding bureaucratic programs.

Robert Bacon New York

Germany's Armament Clause and Versailles Reconsidered

The author argues that Germany's right to bear arms and the Versailles Treaty aims are flaws. He notes reparations collapse and the failure of demilitarization, suggesting the treaty's other provisions may soon be challenged. The piece casts doubt on long term world peace relying on postwar disarmament.

Germany Europe

Athens County faces neglect in preserving historic earthworks

The article argues Athens County lacks funds and leadership to acquire and safeguard sites like Hartman Mound and Fort Gower. It urges private support to transfer ownership to the state through the Ohio Historical and Archeological Society, citing potential tourism and nationwide attention as returns.

Athens County Hartman Mound Fort Gower State of Ohio Ohio Historical and Archeological Society Hartman Plains Plateau Plains

Why Women Seek Marital Rescue Says Dorothy Dix

Dorothy Dix argues women marry out of exhaustion from girlhood's stress and strain. They seek a single partner to relax with while facing social scrutiny and dating pressures. The piece highlights need for balance between prudence and sexuality amid modern expectations.

Mamma and Papa Mary Dorothy DIX

Columbus School for Girls Event Returns Sep tember 19

GREENFIELD Ind Hancock County School board bans ultra stylish dress rouge for women teachers and tobacco for men. A meeting of the American Federation of Labor executive council seeks repeal of the Sherman anti trust law used against labor. An auto crashes into a telephone pole leaving visible license figures. Guthrie Auto Sales seeks 25 used Fords.

Greenfield Ind Hancock County School Board Executive Council American Federation of Labor

Former Governor Cox Arrives Abroad for Campaign Remarks

Former Ohio Governor James M. Cox arrives back from overseas and calls Germany in a pitiable state. He proposes moving Hoover abroad to serve as liaison between Germany and France during the crisis.

James M. Cox Ohio Harding Germany Hoover France

Coal Strikers to Return to Work After Five Months

In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania the idle coal miners totaling about 155,000 are set to resume work on Monday ending an over five month stoppage. The agreement ends a prolonged strike, restoring production in the region.

Wilkesbarre

Ohio land values fall to war-year levels

Rural economists at Ohio University report land values in Ohio have declined rapidly to levels seen at the outbreak of World War I in 1915, based on prices of goods the Ohio farmer buys and sells.

Ohio Ohio University

Government sends $600000 monthly to WWI veterans abroad

The government distributes about 600000 dollars each month to men who served with the American Expeditionary Force in France. The bureau mails 13000 checks covering insurance and compensation to residents in over seventy foreign countries.

Washington France

Athenian Lodge to Honor Eldest Members Lash and McCune

E R Lash and J K McCune, the eldest members of the Athenian Lodge Knights of Pythias, will be honored at a lodge dinner next Tuesday night.

E. R. Lash J. K. McCune Athenian Lodge Knights of Pythias

Panama Canal opening excites Pacific coast readers

Flora E. Henry McCune from San Diego notes anticipation for the Panama Canal’s opening. She says it will bring great benefits to states west of the Rocky Mountains and to the Pacific Coast region.

Flora E. Henry McCune San Diego Rocky Mountains Pacific Coast

Employment office overwhelmed as OU students seek jobs

Prof T. N. Hoovep of Ohio University leads the employment office amid a flood of student job applications. Athens citizens are urged to assist by offering employment opportunities to students.

T. N. Hoovep Ohio University Athens

New High School at Canaanville Opens Under Miss Moody

The new Canaanville High School opened today with Miss Victoria Moody in charge. She leads the school as the first principal, marking a milestone for the town's education efforts.

New High School Canaanville Victoria Moody

Gillilan Children to Enter Ohio University This Fall

Paul Ruth and Anna Gillilan of Salt Lake City children of L M and Lizzie McVay Gillilan will enroll at Ohio University this fall in a move reflecting planning for higher education by the Gillilan family.

Paul, Ruth Anna Gillilan Salt Lake City L. M. and Lizzie McVay Gillilan Ohio University

Ohio University enrollment climbs as classes begin tomorrow

By 1 oclock today the university counted 182 students enrolled with many arriving on trains as enrollment rises from last week and classes set to begin tomorrow.

Ohio University

Contractor Phillips wins multiple regional building contracts

Contractor F. P. Phillips secures three contracts including a house for Dr. T. A. Copeland, a high school building at Rutland, and a residence for Rev. Munn of Stewart. Athens Oil drills west of Athens. Rig moves from Mrs. Wilds to Mrs. Pidcock and McKinstry and Park er. Columbus and Athens residents form the company.

F. P. Phillips T. A. Copeland Rutland Reverend Munn Stewart Athens Oil and Fuel Company Athens

Maine Returns to Republican Control After Two-Year Democratic Rule

Maine voters swung the state back to the GOP ending two years of Democratic control as described in an effort noting a political shift and renewed Republican strength across the state.

Portland Maine

Prison Break Attributed To Ant Destruction

A prison break was blamed on white ants that ate the foundation for the bars. Analysts warn the incident could lead to other inmates arming themselves with ants as a disruptive trend.

Market Tone Shifts as Dy Bows Sl Tow Becomes Bearish

Commentary notes stock ket acting oddly with ties to Dy BOW SL toe bears appearing near bare. Analysts warn volatility may push prices or indicators toward a downturn in coming sessions.

Explaining Yesterday's Cartoon at Interlaken Park

An overview of a cartoon set in Interlaken Oberland describing the Blumenubr clock in Kurpark and noting Swiss park floral abundance. The piece also chronicles Joseph Branch 1782 1863 a noted American statesman from NC who held offices from state senator to secretary of the navy and governor, with career moves into Florida. Tomorrow previews An Ideal Landlord.

Blumenubr Kurpark Interlaken Joseph Branch North Carolina United States Florida

Most Sweeping Pay Out In History

The economy act cuts take effect in the U S government with about 650 000 workers facing a minimum 8 1 3 percent pay reduction through a one month furlough method Many postal workers and civil employees are affected while higher paid staff face 15 to 16 percent cuts The changes aim to save between 80 and 90 million dollars daily operations and future budgets are reshaped by furlough credits and monthly deductions McCarl's rulings finalize how the reductions and furloughs are implemented.

Washington United States McCarl Federal Army Navy

Federal Economy Law Weighs on 580000 Workers in 1933

The economy law set to expire June 30 1933 faces uncertainty as Congress may extend or end it. About 580 000 federal workers fear pay cuts or furloughs due to drastic budget cuts. Furlough savings return to the treasury, and no vacation with pay is allowed though limited sick leave exists. Automatic pay raises are halted and promotions limited. Vacancies may be filled only by presidential order in essential cases, with savings returned to the treasury. Retirements are automatic at age limits unless the President intervenes.

Congress Treasury Federel

Eclipse shadows Missouri science tests on an elephant

In a quip about misfired science and finance the writer notes no baggageman among Missouri researchers testing an elephant and a solar eclipse arriving as business optimism grows. The piece references Mr. Raskob and a 60 day moratorium on debts for political races.

Missouri

Things for Mothers and Teachers to Remember

Practical tips for coordinating home and school life. Emphasizes cooperation with teachers, consistent routines, healthy habits, and care for both children and teachers. Advises on meals, sleep, exercise, attire, and managing classroom stress for long term well being.

John Suzy

Treaty Salt Gift Keeps Syracuse Agreement Alive

The state of New York provides the Onondaga Indians 16 pounds of salt annually to maintain a 1785 treaty, while a separate materials note states beryllium addition improves copper strength to steel-like levels. Hungary's population includes over one-ninth in Budapest.

Syracuse State of New York Hungary Budapest

Cheltenham Flyer Fastest Train Poised for UK

Great Britain's Cheltenham Flyer completes 70 miles from Swindon to Faddington in just over eight minutes and consumes about 100 pounds of coal every three miles as it advances new rail speed records.

Great Britain Swindon Faddington

Prohibition debate cites drop in alcoholism and crime

The Messenger prints John D Rockefeller Jr statement praising prohibition as lowering drinking and alcoholism death rates while suggesting repeal would surrender to liquor interests and fail to solve social issues. Editor notes calls for clean government and stronger enforcement. A separate letter urges improving Harmony Road from Athens to Canaanville for safer, scenic river travel.

John D. Rockefellers National Education Association France Austria Hungary Servia Romania Europe Arnold Holitscher T. A. Copeland Athens

Inoculation Compulsory Debate Raises Sanitation Concerns

Letter to the editor challenges a July 25 story on compulsory typhoid inoculation. Sue M. Farrell of Vivisection Investigation League cites WWI Public Health Reports arguing vaccination is not a substitute for sanitary measures and urges clean water over mass injections.

W. B. Lacock U. S Camp Cody New Mexico England St. Mihiel

Inarticulate Majority Called to Check Spending

A writer urges formation of a national economy movement to mobilize the inarticulate majority against government waste. He argues pension bills and war veterans’ benefits threaten future funds, warns of special interests influencing lawmakers, and endorses candidates who favor broad national welfare over bloc demands. September 6, 1932, Nelsonville, Ohio.

Farmers urge state police to protect isolated Ohio districts

In a letter from Coombe, Ohio dated Sept 7 1982 Troy Farmer argues Ohio farmers need a state police force to protect long rural roads from theft and crime. He contends sheriffs are too busy and that a state force would deter criminals and be self funding by cutting unnecessary salaries.

Ohio Troy Farmer Coombe

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