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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1925
Page
4
A devotional excerpt contrasts being servants to duty versus servants of force. It cites Luke 17 10 and Joseph Joubert to urge humility and diligence in fulfilling one’s obligations. The message reflects moral reflection rather than news.
The article extols a joint federal and state highway effort, noting last year’s 10,000 miles paved with government aid and predicting far more this year. It highlights a 174,000 mile system, with half the cost covered by federal funds and $500 million already available, urging passage of $75 million yearly for the next two years.
The Kiwanis Club of Butler, Pennsylvania, creates annual excursions for forty underprivileged students to Pittsburgh. They visit the Zoo and parks then tour the Carnegie Institute galleries and museum, aiming to inspire a lifelong appreciation of beauty and culture.
The London Telegraph quotes a witty line urging celebration of the male detachable collar’s centenary by removing it. The quip links fashion history to modern dress, reflecting playful public commentary on a garment staple.
A World War II era commentary notes the Allied monitoring of the Rhine has grown increasingly relentless and precise, described as a clockwork effort spanning decades. The piece emphasizes enduring strategic vigilance and the symbolic duration of the conflict.
The article argues that Europe now holds more gold than before World War I while the United States continues to accumulate gold through imports. It cites ten year net imports totaling 2.413 billion dollars and shows European banks increasing gold holdings since 1914. The Bank of France and Bank of England have grown their gold reserves, with England near fourfold. England’s currency is returning toward par.
Two Canadian milling firms secured what is described as the largest single flour order in North America. Russian buyers ordered 1,300,000 barrels for delivery to Black Sea ports on a cash basis with Soviet credits arranged in New York. Total purchases from Canada since mid December reach 1,900,000 barrels amid near famine in Russia.
The piece argues public service is costly due to cheap staff and mocks idle government ships needing a merchant marine disarmament conference. It suggests Hoover standardize nuts and bolts to keep parts in place and notes lower income taxes could spur higher earnings.
Residents report no earthquake in Boston with the noise attributed to building creaks and structural settling. Officials urge calm as experts inspect downtown structures for unusual movement or damage.
Frederic J. Haskin outlines how the Junior Red Cross operates across 35 to 40 nations, teaching service and fostering friendship. It recounts wartime origins, the National Children’s Fund, portfolio exchanges between schools, and examples of international correspondence inspiring geography and cultural understanding.
The article details Junior Red Cross activities in Porto Rio and Indian Reservation Schools, including glasses for children, US college scholarships, a $500 medical study loan, and bedside tables made by pupils for hospitals. It notes renewed interest in bead work, increased basketry activity, and two top potters among the tribe.
On the Hudson near the Catskills two generations ago Rockefeller kin traded horses and began with two, but modern reflection shifts to sentimental tears and the postwar stance of lending money and offering protection to Britain Japan and others.
A reminiscence on wealth and power, noting Attie with first class horses and a hypothetical electric camel. The piece questions future Rockefeller power while France faces a franc depreciation, with Edwin L. James reporting that 14 billion francs were sold abroad, indicating exchange of French money for foreign currencies.
The article notes a planned summer war game to test Hawaii's defenses and the protection of the Panama Canal. It mentions a combined United States Atlantic and Pacific fleet aiming to seize the Hawaiian Islands with theorists debating which side prevailed.
The author argues that Asia is not a critical source of war for Hawaii, noting that attacks would come by air from above and bypass local knowledge. He urges government experiments on defending major U S cities like San Francisco Los Angeles Seattle New York and Chicago against airplane attacks.
A historical remark argues that without the Washington conference mistakes the US would have a permanent Guam airbase with a ready air force to deter potential foes. The statement frames Guam as a strategic warning position for national defense.
A pointed editorial asserts Guam as the world’s leading airplane base for potential strikes against the United States, arguing that a strike from this location could threaten American targets. It frames Guam as a strategic hub for airpower and seaborne routes.
The article denounces the United States for failing to fortify Guam and other Pacific Island possessions, calling it a display of idiocy and claiming these assets are now utterly wasted as defense remains inadequate.
The article foresees an enormous forthcoming power venture across eastern states. It envisions two large firms competing for control, offering smokeless cities and new power sources. Rates will be set at levels the public tolerates as the struggle for supremacy unfolds.
The piece argues against using Niagara for private profit and urges public access to low power rates. It asserts future generations will influence national direction and warns against entrenched ownership, stressing common sense and majority rule as changes occur.
A dense listing of radio programs across numerous stations including WCAP WAR WOO WGRees Orchestra KOA and WEAF with 4:00 PM start through late evening slots. Features include Waldorf Orchestra Madeline Brand pianist Marie Thomas contralto Willem Mengelberg conducting New York Philharmonic and various local hour by hour concerts. Also notes station identifiers and occasional program notes such as weather markets and lectures.
KOA Denver schedule lists weather and news at 6:00 P M then KOA Players with Elsa Weiling Welker soprano and CNRG Calgary program at 8:00 P M Augustin Arlidge party and A Phillips violinist featured in Calgary program events.
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