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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1926
Page
4
The piece urges kindness to birds during winter noting insects as man’s menace and birds as helpers in pest control. It argues feeding birds costs little, requires only a thought, and cites Roosevelt on animal foes of man, calling bird care a duty and common sense.
Henry Ford advocates placing 5060 boys aged 16 to 20 into men’s work with equal pay to prove youth can boost productivity and reduce crime. He argues lack of jobs drives crime and that investing in youth is smart business and a social good.
A heated public dispute over city jail management erupts as sheriffs and officials clash on punishment versus reform. Reports claim exhaustive investigations paint the jail as poorly run, while authorities defend conditions and call for accountability amid charges and counter charges.
The text argues that Goa prisoners include many who are material witnesses or acquitted. Punishing the innocent with fetid food and hardship alongside the guilty stains the social fabric and justice system.
Arthur Brisbane cites Dr H Campbell arguing British diet weakens jaw development and teeth. He contrasts English soft foods with American braces costs and raises concerns about high palates, narrow jaws, and digestion from inadequate chewing.
The piece argues for a Phoenician inspired alphabet with 24 consonants 13 vowels four diphthongs and a common sign The author asserts benefits for publishing reading and economy but doubts adoption In contrast the text urges adoption of metric measures in the US and Britain noting resistance from traditionalist middle aged leaders.
Ralph Arnold, Republican leader of Los An geles county, told the President California wanted him for four more years after 1928, and the President listened. The New York World calls him a third term envoy, which is nonsense, as Washington favored only two nominations and two elections.
The article argues Coolidge received one nomination and one election, not two presidential terms. It notes he completed Harding’s term after Harding’s death, then outlines belief a president is entitled to two nominations if the people are satisfied, distinguishing term from nomination count.
The piece notes Britain France and Italy planning another Locarno conference while Senator Borah warns the move targets the United States. It argues Europe seeks economic independence and may push to make America dependent, urging U S protection and noting Europe owes billions yet insists on prefered payment in its own terms.
The Osage Nation in Oklahoma gains from vast oil wealth while the Interior Department ends private billing by wards after December 1 to curb exploitation. Royalty income, bonuses, and per capita shares push tribal revenue toward tens of millions, with competency rules shaping who handles funds and how surpluses are saved.
In Trinity Churchyard a William Bradford epitaph recalls mortality amid Wall Street’s modern glare. Fraunce’s Tavern preserves Revolutionary era atmosphere despite updated menus and prices. Washington’s farewell room overlooks a rush of today’s crowds, prompting reflection on historic landmarks fading in the city.
A fragmentary Q and A page cites that America leads in school buildings and pedagogy while noting King Ferdinand’s birth on August 24 1865 making him 61. It explains soap bubble roundness due to surface tension and sphere efficiency.
Relations between the Japanese government and United States grew tense over California school actions. Ohio University opened basketball season with Company H of the National Guard. Debut of a debrutalized football era noted with reduced fatalities. Many licenses issued for marriages. Athens street paving continued with bids for next year. Troops move in AG Villa-Slaves incident and clashes with Villa noted. Carranza planned against Villa. Refugees sought shelter across the border. Miss Leech hosted Thanksgiving eve party for wards with Ohio University girls assisting. Greeks defied allies on war material demand. All Athens Army Corps reserve officers were called to colors. Ohio Anti-Saloon League announced a state-wide ten-year prohibition campaign.
The page lists numerous radio stations and schedules across cities like New York Milwaukee Chicago Nashville Philadelphia and Richmond. It notes orchestras choirs and light opera programs with times often at 7 8 9 or 12 o clock and mentions specific stations such as WEAF WSM WRC WBBM WLW and WEBH among others.
Washington dispatch reports that Ed ward L. Doheny and Albert B. Full fund and publish trial narratives by George G. Hill for the jury defrauding case. Hill, a former newspaperman, sent readers a pamphlet and now produces specially prepared trial stories framing jury selection and defense tactics.
An educational Q and A format notes light interference creating colors. It cites rising automobile fatalities per National Safety Council data with 84 daily deaths last month, 77 percent pedestrians. It also defines penalties under the air commerce act for unregistered operation and airworthiness violations, detailing certificates and aviation rules.
Chicago reports a population over 2000 blind residents forming the world’s largest colony. Community organizers note local services and outreach efforts expand to assist daily life and independence.
Musterole Cold Tablets are advertised as a safe prompt remedy to nip head colds in the bud. They relieve congestion drive out infection and usually stop bad colds quickly. Prepared by the makers of Musterole used for muscular pains and chest colds sold by all druggists for 35 cents.
About 200 clergymen gathered in New York to hear the aims of the world conference on faith and order. The meeting urged abolition of doctrinal differences to foster eventual unity among eighty seven denominations seeking unification.
Thousands of trout in the ponds of the public gardens died when a barrel of carbolic acid fell into the water. Local officials investigated the incident and warned of possible environmental impact.
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