The Athens Messenger Masthead and Rates
The Athens Messenger shows publisher Frederick W. Bush and Gordon K. Bush with Charles H. Harris as managing editor. It lists associations, national reps, and subscription rates 15 cents weekly by carrier and four to six week mail options, reflecting a late 19th to early 20th century paper format.
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Frederick W. Bush
Athens “Messenger
A Herald Printing Co
Gordon K. Bush
Charles H. Harris
Athens
Chine
Road Repairs and Emergency Funds Hit Ohio State
The piece argues that Ohio state road funds are scarce with reliance on federal relief lists, leading to detours and delayed construction. It notes unemployment among workers, sparse new projects, and calls for ending the emergency maintenance approach to avoid future heavy costs and further job loss.
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Ohio
Beauty and Art in Everyday Life
An essay argues Americans shift from dismissing beauty as art to integrating aesthetics into daily use. It notes beauty in homes and common goods, the evolving view of art, and the idea that individual taste influences community standards.
Hopeful Signs as Building Permits Rise in August 1934
Dun and Bradstreet tabulates 215 cities show a modest upturn in building activity with 34 million dollars in new construction in August. The month edges above July by 1.12 percent, defying the usual August decline, and is 63 percent higher than August 1933. Still, August 1934 remains far below August 1930 levels, signaling only a tentative revival.
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Dun and Bradstreet
Lewe
The Sky Brightens as Consumers Spend More
The piece notes rising consumer demand and cash availability as shoppers buy goods, countering pessimistic economic indicators. August department store sales exceeded 1933 levels, with overall merchandise sales remaining above the prior year despite spring tapering, amid higher prices and dollar-driven effects.
Roosevelt’s Tree Belt Plan Faces Forester Skepticism
Washington reports Comptroller McCarl blocks 15 million for the Roosevelt tree belt idea. Foresters warn arid lands may not sustain 100 mile belts from Canada to Texas, requiring irrigation and expert experimentation before drought relief. Roosevelt and McCarl likely remain aligned, discussing steps before public moves.
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Washington
McCarl
Roosevelt
Messrs. Roosevelt
Ten Years Ago in Local News Highlights
A look back shows Mrs. Cora Woodyard hosting a dinner at The Colonial and Mrs. N E Mills entertaining the Home Department of the Presbyterian Church. A surprise birthday for Mrs. Ira Conway in Jacksonville recalls homecomings at Greens Run and plans for Home Beautiful Week in Athens.
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Cora Woodyard
the Colonial
N. E. Mills
The
Presbyterian Church
Ira Conway
Jacksonville
Prostate Health and Aging Men Care Tips
Dr Morris Fishbein explains how the prostate enlarges after age 50, causing urinary symptoms and possible infection. It discusses diagnosis by exam and catheter use, plus hygiene, lifestyle limits, and safe medical or surgical treatments when treated early.
Great Northern forest belt experiment faces criticism
The Great Northern Railway’s tree belt plan to protect tracks from sand and snow failed in key spots as trees failed to grow. Foresters note past tests show trees are not reliable, but the idea isn’t abandoned pending expert review and congressional approval for a practical plan.
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Great Northern Railroad
Great Northern
Joyce Kilmer
Congress
Hyde Park whispers on market and leadership hopes
Reports swirl of Bernard Baruch denying stock market withdrawal while President Roosevelt seeks leadership to curb drift. German textile workers cheer a settlement, fearing gains under NRA codes. Johnson Brandeis clash cited as political self harm. Japan calls Manchukuo visit friendly, signaling potential future tension with Russia.
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Bernard Baruch
Hyde Park
Mr. Roosevelt
NRA
General Johnson
Textile Labor Union
Justice Brandeis
Manchukuo
Price trends and retail volumes signal gradual recovery
Retail price levels are near 1933 era with modest year over year gains. Fairchild Index shows prices about 6 percent above last year as of September 1, while Dun and Bradstreet reports indicate sales running over 6 percent higher in many regions. Agricultural areas especially the South and Southwest report satisfactory volumes and strong food demand despite drought.
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Dun and Bradstreet
History of This District Figures of Rome Township Founders
Joseph Wickham, an Englishman who deserted a British vessel to join the American army, settled in Rome Township in 1805 and rafted to the Hocking River headwaters. Timothy Jones, Rhode Island native, Brown University graduate, lawyer and physician, arrived in 1805 at age 50 and bore into Federal Creek forest areas. Dr Jones aided Revolutionary War science with saltpetre prize.
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Joseph Wickham
Rome Township
Athens County
England
Vermont
Ohio
Ohio River
Hocking
Timothy Jones
Rhode Island
Brown University
Providence
Federal Creek
Messenger Public Forum on Teacher Oath in Ohio Schools
The Messenger argues for an oath of allegiance to the U S Constitution for all teachers, public and private, before teaching certificates are issued. It notes Ohio requires such an oath across all institutions of learning and permits optional religious language.
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the Messenger
Ohio
United States
Jesus Christ
Epiphany of the Sky Planes Seen as Prophecy
In a letter from Athens R. No. 3 dated Sept. 4 Leonard Tucker likens a public airplane display to a divine epiphany. He argues the illuminated planes signal Christ’s second presence and the imminent realization of his kingdom, beyond mere entertainment.
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the Messenger
Christ
Christ Jesus
Leonard Tucker
Athens, R. No
Singing in the Rain as Antidote to Modern Noise
Olive Roberts Barton laments the decline of everyday singing and urges more communal song at home, work, and school. She argues song heals emotion, notes a folk-song revival, and calls for a list of twenty wholesome tunes families can learn and sing together.
Bayard Lineage Marks U S Senate Service Through Generations
A brief note traces the Bayard family's multi generation involvement in the U S Senate from Thomas F Bayard of Delaware to his ancestors and relatives. It highlights a tradition of public service spanning several generations and notes a future topic about the traits of the times.
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Thomas F. Bayard
U. S
Delaware
Aib
Boots in Love Triangle Fears a Christmas Night Decision
Boots returns home for Christmas as Denis Fenway visits and rekindles happiness. Edward offers security with marriage, while Boots grapples with loyalty, passion, and the danger of a past flame. The scene ends with a life changing gift and a vow to love.
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Boots Raeburn
Russ Lund
Russ
Florida
Denis Fenway
Edward van Sciver
Denis Boots
Boots
Edward
Denis
Barbara
Mother
Miss Florida
Kay
England
Lois
Kitty
Denis Fenways
Bootssava
Town Crier Recalls Rules Amid Turbulent Times
A fragmented reminiscence recalls a village town crier delivering morning proclamations. The text mentions Congress campaigns, government permissions for military actions, and unclear quotes reflecting wartime policy and public sentiment.
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Pee
C. Brooks
Illinois Republic
Congress
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Athens Messenger
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Ohio Select List
Audit Bureau of Circulation
Associated Ohio Dailies
Inland Daily Press Association
Associated Press National
John W. Cullen Company
Chicago
New York
Detroit
Beauty
Paul Mallon
Great Plains
Canada
Texas
Lake Michigan
Greens Run
L. E. Carpenter
Progressive Literary Club
Arthur Moler
Payroll Auditor's Department
Pittsburgh ‘‘Pirates
National League
Harvey Ramsey
the Knights of Pythias
F. E. Goldsberry
S. M. Johnson
Prof. Comstock
A.E. Whaley
Hooper
J. T. Mulligan
Grace and
Catherine
New Lexington
DR. Morris Fishbein
Messenger Public Forum
Albany
Olive Roberts Barton
America
Venus
Ition
Carard Bassett
James A. Bayard
Richard Henry Bayard
Ambrose Hieromonachus
Senate
Chacrin
Royston
Eng
Miss Boyle
Mrs.goodale
Rip
Maren McEu
Mr. Masterson
Jackie Cooper
Germany
Hull
Solini
Henry mm
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