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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1927

Page

4

Constancy Virtue Quotation Attribution to Mazzini

A brief quotation attributes Constancy as the complement to all other human virtues and credits the statement to Mazzini.

Mazzini

Figures on Youth Crime Debunk Calamity Howlers

A Cincinnati newspaper notes a study by the Ohio Institute showing trends in death and life imprisonment sentences. From 1896 to 1900, under 25s were a minority, and since 1921 only 21 percent were under 25. The data suggest youth crime has not increased.

Ohio Institute Ohio

The Invisible Slaves and the American Worker

An Atlantic Monthly article by Thomas T. Read argues that material wealth depends on work aided by machinery. It compares output per person across nations, noting the United States’ high efficiency, China and India’s lower output, and claims machinery multiplies workers while reducing the per capita time and effort of production.

United States China Atlantic Monthly Thomas T. Read Russia France Germany Great Britain Canada America

After Mother's Day Reflections on Duty and Neglect

A short op ed urges readers to assess their loyalty to mothers after Mother's Day. The author questions whether gifts and acts of care during the holiday compensate for a year of neglect and calls for ongoing thought and better behavior toward mothers.

Police Judge Thompson Urges Safer Driving In Elgin Court

Elgin Illinois Judge Thompson addressed a courtroom crowded with traffic violators. He linked rising traffic to more cases and stressed the aim is safety, not fines, urging drivers to obey laws and reduce accidents.

Olice Judge Thompson Elgin Ill Thompson

Calamity in flood zones prompts call for action

Earthquakes and high winds shook homes and worsened floods. The article urges government aid to victims and safe storage outlets to prevent future disasters, citing ongoing river flood dangers and disease threats. It also notes Eugene Chen, Chinese premier, challenging Europeans over Yangtze policy and trade.

Eugene Chen China Yangtze River

Trade tensions loom over Europe China profits and rice contracts

The notice warns that Europe may curb profits in China while rice import controls and European contracts could also affect outcomes. The overall impact on China appears mixed with potential negative effects.

Europe China

Diets, Drink, and War Tactics in Historical Teams

The passage argues that diet changes affect military prowess, citing Japan shifting from rice to meat during war with Russia as better soldiers. It claims meat eaters are stronger thinkers and conquerors, naming Greeks, Romans, French, Germans, and Brits. It concludes with a water experiment using bootleg whisky to alter results.

Japan Russia

Harvard declines $60,000 legacy for eugenics course

Doctor Mears left the fund to Harvard for a course in eugenics aimed at improving the human race. The donor was particularly interested in treatment of defective and criminal classes by surgical means, a plan the university chose not to pursue.

Harvard Mears

Harvard Alumni Endorse Trustees Action Debate

The speaker compares present eugenics to guesswork and notes that ninety percent of Harvard alumni would approve the trustees’ action. He recalls how past proposals for power from boiling water or harnessing lightning would have been dismissed as ridiculous. He also cites Harvard’s resistance to a million-dollar study of flight fifty years ago.

Harvard John Harvard

Early 20th Century Eugenics Vision Emerges

A speech envisions eugenics as the leading science in the future. It predicts trephining and radium sterilization could reduce crime by altering the gene pool. The writer suggests these methods might end the need for the electric chair with consent from those deemed inferior.

Enduring Class Division Echoed in Society

The passage criticizes the persistent belief that society must split people into classes with ditch diggers bearing the burden while others enjoy the fruits of their labor, riding atop lower workers and taking excess earnings.

Civilizaton Requires Slaves Then Machines Take Over

The passage notes Aristotle arguing civilization needed slaves to free thinkers for leisure. It then contrasts with the rise of steam, electricity, and machinery making body slaves unnecessary.

Aristotle

Senators Complain Of Low Spirits After Senate Day

Congressional Record notes senators feel tired and in low spirits after a day in the chamber. Critics joke the cause is hot air from proceedings, implying the atmosphere is stifling and draining for lawmakers.

Senate Congressional Record

Chaplin Contemplates Real Meaning of That Famous Phrase

A reflection on the Broadway or film era figure Chaplin considering the enduring power of a religious or moral phrase. The line hints at deeper beliefs about wealth and devotion, suggesting a shift from performative to sincere sentiment.

Chaplin

Select Food Of The Right Quality

Health guidance from Dr. Frank McCoy urges careful choice of foods as the body’s building materials. He compares diet to selecting building materials for strength and beauty, noting the body’s system helps pick elements from vast foods but warns against overloading digestive organs.

Broadway Snapshots and Stagelife Echoes of a Tough Season

In New York May 11 notes on Broadway reveal backstage garb like tattered straw hats and hopeful actors chasing openings as films dominate the streets. A veteran producer laments a brutal winter and scarce legitimate shows while touring acts and a crowded back office reflect the grind of the agency racket.

New York Broadway 40Th Street

Red Men convention eyed in Marietta

Local Red Men were to take prominent part in a convention of the order to be held at Marietta. Coach Galey Roush of Athens high school bid farewell before leaving for Fort Harrison. Six Athens high school boys planned to compete in a boys declamation contest. Governor Cox was urged to aid miners in the Hocking valley district. The Athens Candy Kitchen till was robbed of 27 dollars by an unknown thief. Dr. Edwin W. Chubb spoke at the Gloucester commencement. A school levy of 11 mills was set by the city board of education. Ten years ago Russia was reported breaking into republics amid rising disorder.

Order Marietta Athens City Board of Education Galey Roush Athens i High School Fort Harrison

Red Cross Plans Disaster Relief Framework in 1927

The Red Cross outlines rapid disaster response from local chapters to national headquarters, stressing family-centered relief, centralized headquarters in Chicago Boston San Francisco Atlanta St Louis and Washington, and a needs based rehabilitation program with cash grants only rarely.

Pamily Ned Cross Chicago New England Boston Pacific San Francisco Southern Atlanta Southwestern St. Loui Washington Connecticut New York Virginia Red Cross

Medical advice on dreams ringworm and liver illness

A reader asks about excessive dreaming and sleep tips. Nightmares may follow stomach irritation from the wrong foods. psychological factors require physician study. Ringworm is caused by a microorganism and spreads with acidosis. iodine or silver nitrate can help, with dietary changes. A mother with suspected liver illness should seek immediate professional medical care as night sweats signal potential serious disease. proper diagnosis is essential.

Ruth R Inquirer M. G

Car Reunites With Owner After Four Months

A car owned by J C Whitton traveled 0 miles in Port Jervis New York before being moved to Pennsylvania and later returned to its owner after four months.

Port Jervis N. Y Pennsylvania J. C. Whitton

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