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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1927

Page

4

What’s the matter with America crowds the rails alive

A broad argument about American society from The Week plus a report that railroads are not dead. It notes that consumer wealth and unrest coexist while rail freight and revenue rose in the prior year, with 22,000,000 vehicles on highways and railroads showing ongoing vitality.

America United States

Taxpayer groups fade as costs of local government rise

The article notes that out of about a hundred taxpayers associations formed to curb local government costs only a few remain active. It attributes the decline to waning interest among those whose welfare was to be safeguarded and questions who still bears the burden of rising local, state, and municipal administration costs.

Mark Twain

Indirect taxes and road funding spark taxpayer concern

The piece argues that fuel taxes hide costs in prices and that indirect taxation, though perhaps painless, remains a hidden burden. It urges voters to demand public accountability and efficiency in city and state spending to prevent waste and ensure taxpayers get value.

Philosophy and religion. Mathews calls philosophy useless

The Rev. Father Shailer Mathews of the University of Chicago argues that philosophy cannot define or grasp religion’s greatest moments. He says philosophy handles solvable problems, while religion concerns questions beyond reach that must be answered by faith.

Father Shailer Mathews Divinity School Chicago University

W C T U Denies Chamberlin Beer Fear Misquote

Mary V Nunn defending W C T U clarifies a reporter’s misquote about Chamberlin and Levine drinking beer in Germany. She says she warned of an aviation disaster if Chamberlin drank all the liquor offered. The piece notes broader temperance sentiments and a New York Central anniversary.

Mary V. Nunn Women’s Christian Temperance Union W. C. T. U. Orator Chamberlin Levine Germany George Washington Thomas Jefferson Woodrow Wilson

Vanderbilt left heirs stock before watered issue

He left his two sons 2 000 000 dollars worth of original New York Central stock before the Vanderbilt family watered it. One son later lost his million, forcing the next generation to seek work.

New York Central James Brisbane Batavia Buffalo New York Rochester

Views on naval power and aircraft versus ships

The author argues Britain should not be asked to accept U S naval parity. He contends the United States could and should build large air fleets and submarine forces, even sacrificing cruisers. He suggests aircraft could replace battleships and cruisers costlessly, likening ships to shepherd dogs.

England United States

Potatoes Lead Diet Starch Use and Meal Combinations

The potato is often listed as the top starch source ahead of grains. Potatoes digestibility, cost, and versatility make them central to meals, but they should be paired only with non-starchy vegetables and not fried or mixed with bread or desserts.

Andes South America Virginia Ireland

Diet Advice From a Doctor for Infants and Adults

Questions cover infant feeding with pure Holstein cow milk and orange juice, buttermilk’s benefits and safe use, and fruit juice fasting while maintaining work. Answers caution against milk modifiers, describe eight ounces per feeding, four feedings daily, and note buttermilk’s digestibility and potential weight loss on large exclusive intake.

Anewer

Winter signs appear in Manhattan as critics, showfolk mingle

By the Way in New York notes approaching winter in Manhattan with keen eyebrows on two drama critics John Anderson of the Post and Gilbert Gabriel of the Sun. It sketches street scenes from Ninth Avenue Second Avenue and the Ambassador Hotel with booths, bottles, a patent lighter, a watch inset and a compass. It recalls Tom Heath celebrating his 74th birthday and burlesque star Frankie Pailey, famed for her legs in earlier days.

New York Manhattan Isle Robins Manhattan John Anderson The Post Waverly Street Gilbert Gabriel Ninth Avenue Uldine Utley Bronx Broadway Ambassador Hotel Gorgedu Manhattanm Ambassador Tea Room Tom Heath McIntyre and Heath Frankie Pailey Frankie Weber and Fields

Propositions for a General Hospital at Athens Addressed

Doctors proposed establishing a general hospital in Athens. Also noted: a diphtheria outbreak at Sugar Creek causing one child’s death. ten years ago Major M. Johnson led 300 Athens troops to Montgomery. transit line added a car for heavy traffic. social visits included Miss Frances Cooksey with Miss Mable Dwyer. Marie Cavanaugh returned from Chicago to Canaanville.

Athens Hocking Sunday Creek Marie Cavanaugh Canaanville Chicago

Exams for Pilots Thorough BY RODNEY DUTCHER

Government license applicants for piloting aircraft undergo a comprehensive medical exam by a Department of Commerce authorized physician. Tests include depth perception, color vision, eye and ear function, nose throat health, pulse, blood pressure, and mental state to identify disqualifying conditions.

Washington Department of Commerce Howard-Dolman

Answers to Questions by Frederick J Haskin

Geological periods lengths in years Cenozoic about 40,000,000 for mammals to present Mesozoic about 140,000,000 for reptiles Paleozoic 360,000,000 years ago incl Silurian and Carboniferous Homo appeared around 250,000 years ago Madame Ziella mentioned. First Congresswoman Jeanette Rankin served 1918-19.

Frederick J. Haskin International Geological Congress United States Jeanette Rankin Montana

Boost Health With 8.8.8 Health Tonic

Advertisement urges readers to boost vigor with a course of 8.8.8 claiming it builds energy and red blood cells. It praises a wholesome life and appetites, notes the product is root-based from herbs, prepared in a modern laboratory, and sold in two sizes at drug stores.

All Good Drug

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