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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1937
Page
4
Rural residents warn in 1930s style rhetoric that farmers and elderly investors fear stock losses and rising prices. They blame Washington for the crisis and fear public funds yields. The piece hints at a political mandate shaping future economic policy and election outcomes.
The article argues retailers deserve credit for distributing life’s necessities, noting producer consumer campaigns moved surplus food at lower prices, benefiting both farmers and shoppers. It predicts surpluses will persist and cooperation between producers and distributors will expand, reshaping American business and agriculture.
Democratic Congressman Snyder of Pennsylvania proposes nine wide 200 foot roads to move U S forces rapidly in an invasion. Three routes would run coast to coast and six from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico with dual use in peacetime for commerce and tourism.
Lucien Lelong and Edward Stevenson clash over film style versus simplicity in couture. Stevenson argues Hollywood costumes suit elite drawing rooms with Ginger Rogers, Clark Gable, and Marlene Dietrich examples, while Lelong insists most styles are too striking. The piece notes historic hoop skirts once swept the world, challenging the debate.
After a year of strained efforts, several cities seek ways to preserve the grand expo impact beyond the spectacle. Officials weigh longer lasting programs and coordinated events to maintain interest and economic benefits from the effort.
The piece argues the U S government already operates like a business in many fields including banking real estate and shipping It cites the Reconstruction Finance Corporation the Treasury holdings the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp the Inland Waterways Corp and HOLC programs as examples and notes Wagner Steagall and the Maritime Commission plan to build own and operate assets if private efforts fail
The government railroad in central Alaska reports an annual operating deficit of 17 443.89 dollars but counts 27 121.81 dollars spent on mining exploration as profit, calling it a satisfactory improvement. The piece contrasts this with the Tennessee Valley Authority and its head Dr Arthur E Morgan, noting conflicts between public and private business.
Hugh Johnson argues it is too late in the year to start a major European war. He notes the global lineup of dictatorships led by Germany Italy and Japan against France Britain and Russia and suggests air supremacy could decide the outcome. He sees some hope for international decency as democracies weigh war readiness.
A historical note honors the Poston family for generations in Hocking Valley coal mining. Lorenzo Dow Poston and Launcelot Scott began operations near Nelsonville in 1840 after the Hocking Canal completion, with Lorenzo born in 1812 and moving to Athens County in 1830 to work in cattle and later commerce. Continued next installment.
The Truth Seekers Class met at the U. B. Church on Wednesday at 1 30 PM with refreshments by Mrs. Frank Smith. The Mothers Study Group met at the school house Thursday night for a potluck lunch and plans for the October 7 meeting with Mrs. D O Davis leading. Several local residents and visitors were noted including Marie Lagore visiting in Columbus and multiple trips and visits among area families.
New findings link stomach and intestinal secretions to digestion and blood formation. Liver in particular contains vital substances for red blood cell development. adrenal glands hold vitamin C while liver bears vitamins A and D. Excess thyroid relates to vitamin B. caution against quack gland mixtures. effectiveness requires direct blood delivery.
A collection of statements by Irene Dunne Rear Admiral A B Cook Cordell Hull Judge Joseph B David Adolf Hitler and Rev Luther W Smith. They discuss happiness in marriage armament costs and the Versailles Treaty and world peace through trade and national defense.
Andrew Young, 36, a former sailor, told Judge Henry S. Lindsley he did not want probation and asked for imprisonment after confessing a robbery. The judge sentenced him to two to three years and Young asked the jailer to cure his drug habit.
Kay Dearborn and companions confront a threatening mystery aboard the Mistral after a warning note. Mac Forrest and Tom explore a remote cabin on a perilous island pursuit while Kay screams echo from below as a struggle unfolds, leading to a cliffhanger ending.
The astrology column for Tuesday September 14 forecasts active planetary influences bringing upheavals and radical changes. Romance, adventure, and new associations appear, with caution urged on expenditures and protecting writings. A birthday reader may see sudden shifts and a versatile child could pursue a bold, successful path.
The auguries predict high activity and progress across business and private life with opportunities for prestige finances and expansion. Favor tact, strategy, and persuasion over force, and beware treachery in personal and business relations. A child born today may rise to power as a politician or strategist.
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Levering and daughter of Saline Michigan are visiting relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Barnhart and daughter Helen spent Thursday night with the Butler Barnhart family at York. Butler Barnhart sustained a two place leg fracture at a house coal mine. William Davis of St. Louis is visiting relatives and friends in Oak Grove.
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