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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1933
Page
4
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A milk train crashed into a steel passenger car and most occupants escaped with minor injuries while the wooden car ahead crumpled and killed many. The incident near Binghamton New York underscored steel construction as the safer choice for rail travel.
States study liquor control laws as federal repeal nears. Commissions collect evidence and send delegations to Canada to observe approaches north of the border while Washington gathers information. Officials say the prohibition law likely has a short life and states must be ready to decide their course.
The piece notes Admiral Byrd’s fall Antarctic expedition aims and his quip that he will continue as long as there are places to go. It highlights the explorer’s drive beyond scientific goals, a trait common to all expeditions to the ends of the earth.
The Civilian Conservation Corps forestry program employs about 300,000 unemployed youths building self respect and sending earnings home. It argues unemployment will persist and suggests forest preservation, soil erosion control, and flood prevention justify costly public jobs for years to come.
The piece argues for a permanent national program to support schools as enrollments rise. It urges education that covers national and international issues, not just local concerns, and calls for broad-minded interpreters and stronger public funding as child labor declines and more youths return to school.
The adviser argues against dwelling on beauty flaws. She urges confidence, practical style, and skills like dancing, tennis, and entertaining to outshine mere looks. She notes charm, intelligence, and tact as stronger assets than physical perfection, and promotes individuality over imitation.
The text argues a homely woman should master diplomacy and discretion. She must flatter others, endure fools, listen more than speak, and keep a modest profile while relying on time to improve her looks by 40. It reframes beauty as irrelevant to social grace and happiness.
A meditation on child death and parental grief urging mothers and fathers to channel sorrow into healing work. The author honors parents who endure daily life while contemplating providence and the value of education for national growth.
A local figure in Greenville Ohio known as Believe lt or Not by Ripley has attended 77 fairs in Darke County without missing one. The claim notes a long streak of fair attendance centered in Greenville with strong local interest and unclear origins of the name.
Cartoon explains 1927 trip of Cuban President Machado to Washington and New York under a Congressional dispensation that the US frontier was Cuban soil. He landed at Key West bearing a Cuban flag, illustrating a claim that he would be president of the United States.
Dr. Morris Fishbein surveys evolving diagnostic and dietary approaches to gall bladder disease. Diets low in fats and cholesterin, with attention to vitamin A and minerals, may affect stone formation and gall bladder contractions, while oil can aid emptying and vegetable-based meals are recommended.
A speaker reflects on the sacrifice of lost children as a spark of progress and spiritual achievement. The era’s martyrs’ path is echoed in quiet courage, urging continued work for humanity. The piece ties progress to sacrifice and calls an army of grieving parents to endure.
Washington columnist Rodney Dutcher reports General Johnson angry over a coal operators letter claiming the code could influence decisions via a perceived check off. The piece also surveys saloon prospects after repeal, NRA ties, and Brand as coadministrator mixing roles in federal farm and fertilizer policy.
A collection of brief items records Edward Higgins taking the Chauncey Grade Schools post, Mrs. Morrison returning from Pittsburgh with her son Joe, Rev. Wilcox and family touring the East, Mrs. Sloane hosting dinner for Mr. and Mrs. Fish of Boston, and bids opened for Nelsonville school plumbing. Also referenced are past Athens High football captains Mike Sherman and Arthur Logan, players and eligibles, the Carnegie Library project at Ohio University to cost 25000, and Miss Bessie Connett heading to Monticello Arkansas to teach Domestic Science.
A puzzle references a famous Florentine bard of the 13th century. The clues point to his family name and identity associated with Florentine poetry and Vita Nuova. The riddle frames him as one of history's greatest figures and connects to his love history and civic ties.
The Messenger reminds contributors that unsigned letters cannot be considered. Full name and address must appear with each submission as evidence of good faith. The editor notes this requirement applies to all future contributions.
E V recalls Ohio Canal history from Nelsonville to Chauncey during the sixties and seventies. He describes salt works, canal boats, pond lilies, a Plains Road bridge, a river crossing, and old workers like Henry Penrol. The piece contrasts past canal travel with modern railroads and highways.
Ohio University Extension Division announces the third year of evening and Saturday classes opening next week with sessions September 21 to 23. About 224 students from nearby areas enrolled last year, and 24 courses will be offered under regular faculty. Students can earn resident credit or enroll as auditors. admission rules vary by age and prior schooling.
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