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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1936
Page
4
The Athens Messenger and Herald Printing Co lists publishers editors and associations and provides subscription rates. It notes offices, national press affiliations and advertising details including carrier and mail rates for Ohio residents.
Business Week argues that taxes must fund rising government costs and debt. It warns that loose talk and spurious political propaganda threaten economic stability and urges clear truths about tax policy, public finances, and the hidden burden on average citizens.
The piece argues that rising ownership of cars, radios, refrigerators, electrical appliances, bathtubs, and home heating reflects growing family wealth. It credits industry’s profit motive for expanding middle class comforts rather than government handouts, celebrating a living standard climbing yearly through private enterprise.
The piece cautions voters to distrust loud speakers on air and warns that Mussolini and Hitler used persuasive rhetoric. It argues real progress comes from sane, plain-dealing leaders, not emotional promises, and that emotional leadership breeds disorder and disunity.
Sir Cyril Fox argues differences among peoples stem from history, culture, and tradition, not heredity. Prof H J Fluere notes difficulties in treating populations as units and warns that Nordic supremacy ideas in Germany misrepresent physical traits. Acceptance of these scientific views would upend modern political notions of race.
A friend recounts a confrontation with a 240 pound traffic officer, describing it as a heated exchange and noting the officer's imposing size. The incident centers on a dispute over traffic enforcement.
Roosevelt sent commissioners to study European consumer and industrial co ops. They returned quietly about ten days ago, provoking friction inside the New Deal. A minority report possible as views split on whether a cooperative state can work alongside capitalism.
The piece describes a co op study linked to the presidential race with reports awaiting Roosevelt's review. It notes risks and possible disposal methods, Wallace's sudden Hyde Park trip to shape a farm program reply, and Roosevelt ghost writing for Wallace. It highlights Democratic campaign readiness and the Syracuse kickoff next Tuesday.
In Chautauqua New York a skunk wandered onto the stage as a man sang briefly disrupting the performance and giving the polite audience a chance to hold its nose.
Three promised homesteads in Alaska face delays as a wary note suggests summer’s end looms. A human foot discovery in Kentucky signals a troubling mystery tied to a hidden past. A suitor’s fate hints at a family dispute with a reticent father.
An Illinois woman has endured five years with half a brain. Neighbors wonder if she could be the driver in this morning’s fender bender.
A farmer purchases a farm in dust storm country for $10. After the first storm, neighboring landowners may owe him about $5, reflecting anticipated damages or shared costs.
A girl was fired from a cannon in Toronto drawing attention to the stunt. The event drew mixed reactions as organizers emphasize safety and spectators watch closely.
A national nudist leader predicts bathing suits will disappear. Dora notes a bowler friend with slippery shoes sparked a sit down strike the other evening. The remark hints at broader fashion changes sweeping away swimwear.
John Ponn of Gloucester weighs in on the 1936 U S election, arguing the GOP will be buried by Nov 4 and comparing Alf Landon to a coffin figure. He mocks party gloom, praises Roosevelt's WPA, and suggests use of get well flowers as a jab at political funeral imagery.
A collection of remarks contrasts fashion with shock value in headwear and notes shifting attitudes in Europe and America. Cited voices include Irene Castle Mc Laughlin Sir Keith Murdoch President Dixon Union College and officials from the Commerce Department.
Mrs Grace Snodgrass of New Orleans debuts a watch-cat named Olive that scares police dogs and chases strangers with tiger like ferocity. The article also mentions a farmer using a telescoping wagon tongue to pick and haul corn.
Nelsonville merchants and local figures from Athens County are featured. George Van Sickle Shafer, born in New Jersey, built a business career in Nelsonville after stints in Chauncey and Athens. Burton B. Sheffield, a 1858 Ohio University valedictorian, later ran lumber and coal ventures. Jerome Shepard, born in Morgan County, started a Nelsonville drug business in 1872 after Civil War era service attempts. William P. Shepard, a Nelsonville merchant, served in the 18th Ohio Infantry. Thomas Sheppard, mining superintendent, migrated from New York to Nelsonville and fought with the 18th Ohio Infantry.
Nelsonville Tennis Association event saw Floyd Ross win his match against Gene Jewett before losing to Cecil Woodson. Key finals contenders included Arthur Howearth, Mac Bartlett, Woodson, and Paul Hudson. Ellen Davis led the senior class at Nelsonville High. Lillian Stover became secretary treasurer. Ralph Ely, Carrie Healy and Mary Louise Leyshon joined student council. A marriage license was issued to Ola Ruth Davis and Ralph H. Dickson in Columbus. county auditor Elizabeth McGrath listed as deputy.
Miss Jennie Ewing travels to Marion for sister’s illness. Mr and Mrs F R Gross and Mrs Ernest Gross host weekend guests at New Lexington. Invitations issued for the Lostro Building opening at Court and Union. Mrs F M McKay advertises two pianos for sale. D J McKinley advertises a team of heavy work horses and wagon for sale at 150 dollars.
Kay Dunn, a nurse turned stewardess, marries Ted Graham a veteran pilot. Ted pursues a scientific life and a gyropilot project, scheduling workouts, meals, and a golf habit, while Kay seeks more time together and plans to learn golf herself. Dickie, Ted's adopted son, becomes part of their orbit as Ted's work dominates.
Dr Morris Fishbein explains burn injuries their causes and severities. He notes children under 14 bear the highest burn mortality and outlines immediate hospital care cold water cooling sterile petrolatum dressings and cautions against applying butter oils or gauze that sticks to wounds. He warns against improper storage of fuels and caustics and emphasizes rapid treatment to prevent infection and shock.
Poet's Corner presents a reminiscence of Nelsonville's Red Brick School with scenes of classroom study, a teacher’s Bible reading, student drawings watched by Superintendent Coultrap, and Ida Rosser reciting Curfew Shall Not Ring Tonight. Dedicated to Ella Shepherd Thacker by Mrs Annie McIntyre Barto.
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