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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1935
Page
4
The Athens Messenger & Herald Printing Co publishes weekday editions with a Sunday morning issue. Gordon K Bush is publisher and general manager. Charles H Harris serves as managing editor.
A 1930s economic analysis notes consumer demand remains strong with autos and appliances selling, travel rising, and farmers thriving. Yet export trade, railroad purchasing, and construction lag, with exports down to one third of pre depression levels, rail revenues halved, and construction at about a quarter of earlier figures.
The piece argues Louisiana will not see another Huey Long and warns that demagogues rise during times of voter confusion. It notes voters crave easy promises that burden taxpayers, and observes such figures fade as common sense ultimately prevails, leaving only brief mentions in history.
The piece warns that funding pensions shifts the tax load to everyone not just the obvious target. It notes state lawmakers face rising age pension costs and local relief funding struggles while overall expenses and idle labor complicate tax solutions.
If that breathing spell had been available a year ago, it would have required a mirror to determine whether business was taking advantage of it.
Willis Thornton notes the Supreme Court prepares to move into the new building for the Fall session on October 7. Justices have started bringing in equipment and Chief Justice Hughes' clerk begins organizing his suite. Old chairs from the Capitol contrast with the new court room awaiting modern furnishings and rugs.
The Gerry bequest of 36000 volumes and legal texts has been installed in the justices' library. Senator Peter G. Gerry of Rhode Island presented the collection from the late Elbridge T. Gerry, with hopes for ongoing donations. The Library of Congress is loaning 25000 volumes to the Supreme Court to fill shelves, and other law collections have been offered.
The building features white Vermont marble exterior and Alabama and Georgia marble interiors with pink Siena columns in the main court. Oak woodwork in reading rooms and suites shows detailed carving with medallions and friezes. Total cost nears $11,000,000.
Architect David Lynn weighs air conditioning the Capitol as judges prepare to sit in October in one of the world’s most monumental chambers. Friezes feature rulers and philosophers, with Justice and Truth and Wisdom guidance, while sections symbolize rights and government. The renovation spans about two years.
District 4-H members and teachers excel in state competition amid strong local support. The article credits background, educated teachers, and parental commitment for growth in enrollment and practical achievements, noting sustained success at fairs and exhibitions. It ends with a historical aside about Washington, Pocahontas, and John Smith.
Rumors of a palace power play fade as tensions rise over fuel supplies. The question remains how the imperial household would maintain appearances if gas station cadets mobilized for conflict.
In Atlantic City a beauty parade showcased girls in evening gowns despite a chilly day. The event drew onlookers and highlighted formal attire amid cool weather.
In Gallipolis memories of the New Sensation showboat and Capt A B French’s river theater era surface with details of its routes and performers. Mrs Callie French widow of Capt French dies at Columbia Alabama and is noted as a pioneer licensed river pilot.
The excerpt argues that true security rests on improving life so war becomes unthinkable. Mussolini asserts Italy seeks peace with justice and demands it be honored, while Nye criticizes 10 year war blueprints predicting mass overseas mobilization as offensive, not defense. Dr Dixon Ryan Fox cautions democratic resilience.
A vivid portrait of Morton Min sky, a fringe show impresario in New York, marketing a frontier burlesque spectacle with bold staging and daring performances. The piece highlights his low budget yet high ambition, aiming to captivate audiences with spirited, risqué entertainment.
A note on the explosive nitrogen iodine, described as highly sensitive to touch. It is stated to detonate even when contacted by a feather, highlighting extreme risk and handling caution.
A Public Forum letter argues Americans balance practicality with intellect. The writer notes that while many fear being labeled intellectual, Americans still rely on substantial intellect to create and perform, acknowledging national pride in mental capabilities without seeking global display.
Professor and Mrs George Mc Laughlin and Professor and Mrs C M Copeland attended a social at Mr and Mrs R O Williams in Coshoc ton. The Russell reunion drew many including Mrs Lena Sweeney and Mrs Frank McClure in Wellston. Clyde Battin departed for Portsmouth to coach at Glenwood High. Pearl Gaskill led Athens County teachers as president with Charles Miller and Orphie Dinsmoor among officers. James A Palmer presided over 500 Odd Fellows and families at the Athens Fairgrounds for their first all day meeting and picnic.
Geoffrey Morgan comes back after weeks away living at his Santa Monica home. Mrs. McKay returns from Albany vacation with relatives.
Dr. Mary E. Woolley, president of Mt. Holyoke College, questions whether World War I achieved true contentment and prosperity for the world. She contrasts the slogan war aims with the broader outcomes and irony of a war proclaimed to end war.
Yesterday's cartoon explains Jokai Mor 1825 1904 Hungarian patriot statesman and writer. It notes his prolific output daily 60 years 30000 words edited four newspapers and 465 best sellers. He served in the Hungarian Senate and was a famed orator. In 1888 his golden anniversary drew 3932 cities granting him freedom of the city.
Ruth Woodson, a Baytown girl, wanders into an old stone mansion in Worthville when money runs dry. Bertha Gibbs and John McNeill mistake Ruth for Elaine Chalmers, while Ruth, dreaming of romance, battles growing feelings for John as a mysterious stranger named John Smith lurks nearby. The scene weaves dramatic longing with a staged family intrigue amid a stormy town.
Ruth, Penny’s helper, bakes a pink icing cake for Penny using beet water for dye. Penny is moved by the three story confection and Ruth hopes to share the cake with Elaine at supper.
Health column discusses itching as a symptom linked to many diseases such as diabetes uremia jaundice leukemia thyroid overactivity and pernicious anemia. It notes itching can reflect gut function allergy and gout and mentions the need for medical evaluation when scratching fails to relieve discomfort.
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