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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1925
Page
4
A devotional note cites James 4 17 about knowing to do right and not acting as sin The quote also reflects Marcus Antonius view that injustice can come from failing to act as required by moral duty The pairing frames ethical choice with a classical fragment in a compact reflective voice
Both parties plan to woo voters by stressing loyalty to Kent Coolidge, a familiar tactic from Roosevelt's era. The piece notes presidents rarely face broad support in Congress, while rivals try to appear closer to him and then pivot if elected.
A historical note reports a potential record corn crop near 3.1 billion bushels, about two thirds of a billion more than last year, with wheat prospects also favorable though less dominant. The potato outlook is disappointing and fruit supplies vary by region, but the Pacific coast shows gains that help offset declines. Overall the American food supply appears strong this season, reflecting the nation’s abundant agricultural wealth.
The text argues that U.S. agriculture cushions losses in one production line with gains in others. It emphasizes that individuals may gain or lose, but the nation rarely lacks cause to reflect positively on overall crop performance.
The piece argues that higher juvenile crime figures may reflect better reporting rather than more crime. It contrasts past petty theft by youths with modern schemes and notes crowding and complexity create more impacts, while the frequency of rule breaking does not necessarily rise.
The national committee for mental hygiene reports three fourths of New York state prisoners have nervous or mental abnormalities after a three year study. It advocates farm colonies to house guard and treat prisoners under modern scientific conditions, combining restraint with mental cure rather than solely punishing the body.
Washington reports that Humboldt Current changes trigger widespread effects from Peru to the United States. Warmer equatorial waters are sent south, causing hotter Peru and heavy rains in Central America and southern California. Antarctic winds push colder water north, altering rainfall, fibed industries, and prompting global scientific watching.
The Reverend Dr. Stratton urges introducing a law against teaching evolution in New York state. He challenges Darwin with claims of rocks millions of years older than humanity, urging fundamentalists to consider his "facts and figures" in refuting evolution.
The article states real scientists working for the government in London appear to have isolated a form of cancer. It compares the cancer germ to other pathogens like tuberculosis and diphtheria, noting it exists in many healthy bodies and becomes dangerous when the body weakens.
The report states that animal tissues including mice were weakened by an irritating substance and newly discovered germs were inserted, resulting invariably in cancer development.
Officials assert that responsible researchers have rendered mice resistant to cancer by using the germ of an anti cancer agent. The claim centers on protective effects observed in test subjects and suggests potential avenues for further study.
The Athens Messenger reports an information column offering readers questions answered by the Information Bureau in Washington. It covers watch accuracy from typing, lists the five largest US fraternal orders with member totals, longevity of animals, origin of evening schools, and the cry baby plant’s botanical name Erythrina cristagalli.
The dialogue contrast frames I WILL for work and I CAN'T for play. I CAN'T extols dodging work as easy, suggesting people avoid effort by uttering I CAN'T and shifting to shipping. The exchange presents a playful yet pointed take on labor and leisure.
HAL Cochran presents a dialogue where speakers debate worth and pleasure. The verse contrasts those who take tasks seriously with those who dismiss effort, concluding with a decisive preference for the resolve to act.
A humorous reflection from the Youngstown Ohio Vindicator notes the dangers of animals crossing roads and jokey tips about pets and daily life. It imagines bugs washing feet, goldfish with teeth, and alarm clocks as troublesome pets while joking about parrot radios and a highwayman incident on the South Side.
A health education aims to instruct children and youth to conserve and improve health, establish high living habits during school and later life, influence parents and adults to foster better habits, and ensure a healthier future generation and nation through school driven social health promotion.
The essay questions cancer treatment limits and hosting a large family party of nine children and offspring. It contrasts population growth with Earth’s capacity and mocks scientific witnesses at the Bryan Darwin Monkey trial while noting media and witch trial parallels.
The text argues that the United States should not reform Russia or attack Red influence. It emphasizes respecting Chinese sovereignty and allowing China to think freely. It warns against internationalizing the Bryan-Darwin Monkey idea.
Washington reports on European finance talks noting France seeks more war debt relief and new credits while the United States contemplates extending aid. The piece also recounts the Urbina Chilean aristocrat case, detailing his lavish manners, disguise, and disguise-backed social success while he worked as a dishwasher in Chile.
In New York Balto the famed Alaska serum dash dog appears on stage amid a parade of stars. Lina Basquette, Allen Kearns, Doris Niles, Bebe Daniels, McKay Morris, Johnny Dooley, Houdini, and Thomas A. Edison are seen around Broadway with sightings of backstage mishaps and cinema figures.
A social worker notes most Italian families with young children name a baby Gloria. The mirror of culture links Gloria Caruso, daughter of the famed tenor, to a broader naming trend in the East Side Italian quarter.
A large grocery chain requires a cat in every store to deter mice and rats. Women and others rent these cats for weekend security duty. Despite New York’s water borders and docks, rodent problems persist, with occasional reports of riverfront rats attacking sleeping babies.
A collected editorial snippet notes the President’s supposed vacation avoidance of golf clubs, cites opinions from Urbana Democrat Akron Beacon-Journal Cincinnati Times-Star and Martins Ferry Daily Times on government staffing and tax issues, implying broader political debate.
The Newark Ohio Americans Tribune notes criticism that the League of Nations is not handling Chinese and Algerian territories effectively. It also reports speculation that Babe Ruth may have seen his best days, with similar commentary about Ty.
The item notes Ty Cobb achieving a new batting record the day before, as reported by Defiance Ohio Crescent News, with a wry reference to the Scopes trial and monkey business.
The sentence notes a month-long resort stay in Marion Ohio with spending not exceeding planned amount.
Mrs Mary Heim of Pretty Rock North Dakota describes a year of itchy pimples on her face with burning and disfigurement. She used Cuticura Soap and Ointment for about two weeks and reports complete healing. The ad touts Cuticura as pure and effective for skin and scalp care.
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