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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1928

Page

13

Televox the talking machine promises to run home chores

New York reports Mr Televox as a pioneering electrical servant to handle housework from turning off lights to sweeping and may soon perform most domestic tasks. Promoters say the device runs on batteries wires and switches and can be produced in unlimited numbers. Widespread use could free women for careers and personal pursuits.

York Televox Telexo Lele Uglone Sol Beauty Rome New York Texel Club Wensley Sam

Ex Prisoners Given Chance To Go Straight

Ex prisoner Pensendorfer, once sentenced to death for murder, was pardoned in 1926 and now runs a woodworking plant in West Berlin near Philadelphia. He employs 15 people, nearly all ex-convicts, and preaches giving released prisoners a real chance to reform and succeed.

Amden Pensenderfer Philadphia Criminal Court Pensendorfer Ferst Yiledge Ponsendarfer Berlin Here

Average American Speaks in Only Three Notes

Vocal expert Frances Robinson-Duff notes most people use just three pitch tones in speech driven by nasal monotone. She cites a Becilous tone in churchlike speech, a deeper self-pleasing ring, and a cheerful tone signaling good news, leaving eight possible notes unused.

Frances Robinson- Duft Miss Robinson-Duff Julia Marlowe Tong Yedra Corversatlion America

Only 35 Positions Remain Open for Feminine Invasion

A March 1 feature lists occupations still lacking women among 57,000 plus fields, noting no women in roles such as boiler maker or ship captain and detailing a spectrum of male-dominated jobs while highlighting the gradual shift as dozens of roles remain open to women across trades, industries, and public service.

Rodnexy Dutcher Ashington Miay LEE Rairoad Willsay Mall Imo Qeopeamten Amonauts Grove Indy

Prized Osmar flask from Damascus to Toledo Museum

A centuries old glass flask with precious stones, crafted by Damascus glass workers, traveled through Islamic and Christian Spain before arriving at the Toledo Museum of Art in America. Bought by Libbey Glass, it now sits in a case, its fate unknown as time and fate continue to test its fragile legacy.

Spain Lmir Valencia Damascus Toledo Museum of Art Osmar Jaime Chris ‘Tian Aragon Vilencia Moore Africa America Alcacia Valemia Hod Libbey

Chemical Snow Now Expert Says Coffee Finds Use

A fragment discusses chemical snow or CO2 ice and notes its use in refrigeration, its efficiency compared with water ice, production by liquefying carbon dioxide, and long-lasting cold so it evaporates without residue. It also mentions Ohio hatcheries generating millions in business and cites Prof Ralph H Cheney praising coffee as beneficial when not abused for mood, hunger, fatigue relief, and mild stimulation without after effects.

Popular Science Monthly Ralph H. Cheney Biology Department New York University Cheney

Pity the Heart Warns of Strain on Americans

Chicago readers hear warning from Dr Franz M Groedel heart specialist at Frankfurt University Germany. He says American life puts terrific strain on the heart with fast living, heavy meals, and excessive sports. He urges moderation in daily habits to protect the pumping station.

Chicago Franz M. Groedel Frankfort University Germany America

Man revived after 5000 volts at fire scene in New Jersey

Michael J. Lynch, struck by a 5000 volt line amid a fire, survived after artificial respiration revived him 20 minutes after his heart stopped. He was enveloped in a flame ball and knocked unconscious. doctors expect full mental recovery though he remains incoherent at present.

Agnosia N. J Marehbe Michael J. Lynch Lynch

Calvins Creek Adventure in Black Hills Writings by Rogers

The fragmentary OCR presents Will Rogers riffing on South Dakota politics and travel jokes. He jokes about fish in Black Hills creeks, the governor Budd Lov, and a windy presidential dinner, noting miles traveled from Chicago to California and Iowa’s fortunes. The piece blends travel humor, political salvos, and wartime imagery in a loose, satirical voice.

South Dakota Calvin Black Hills Will Rogers

New Radio Vacuum Tube Could Aid Medics More Than Industry

A General Electric research tube, housed in a wooden case, emits strong radiations that raise blood temperatures and excite animals. Tests show rats die after exposure, while cats and humans could benefit from controlled warming to treat infections and cancer. Johns Hopkins researchers explore fever therapy and higher bodytemps to destroy cancer tissues. The device promises medical uses alongside its radio potential, pending safety validation.

Raine Neers General Electric Company Sche Israel Klein NEA W. BR. Whitney General Electric Research Laboratory George H. Walker Johns Hopkins Medical School Haif

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