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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1925

Page

4

Fragmentary verse excerpt from Rutherford quotation

A partial religious quotation discusses love and the Father, with misspelled phrases and a biblical reference to 1 John 2 15, reflecting a devotional fragment.

Messenger Adds Star Correspondents From Consolidated Prose

The Messenger announces a new corps of world famous writers including David Lawrence John B Foster Lawrence Perry Fairplay Covey J C Royle and Paul S Mowrer. These correspondents will provide spot news and commentary on national and world affairs through Consolidated Prose.

Messenger David Lawrence John B. Foster Lawrence Perry Fairplay Audien Everyman Investmen J. C. Royle Paul S. Mowrer Consolidated Press

America Leads In Industry And Tech, Says German Leader

Paul Loebe, head of the Reichsver, praises American giant technical development and business capacity after visiting the country. He contrasts America’s lead with Germany’s lag, urging a broader prohibition on firearms and strict penalties for crimes involving weapons.

Paul Loebe German Reichsver Europe America Germany

Germany’s War Effort and America's Industrial Lead

The passage argues that Germany has surpassed by far in war effort but cannot overtake the United States in industry and prosperity. It reflects on Germany’s once dominant position and the unlikely return to prewar superiority, predicting a lasting American lead.

Germany Wur America

Two Boy Bandits Turned to Heroes in Cleveland Firefight

Two youths posing as gunmen held up an elderly gas station attendant in Cleveland. The attendant, an old Indian fighter, shot the bandits when faced with gunfire. One bandit dies in hospital. the other offers forgiveness and gratitude, while the public funds praise the hero.

Cleveland

Deluded plea seeks ten year penitentiary for old age shelter

An elderly Washington woman asks what crime guarantees a ten year term so she can live in prison rather than a poorhouse. Criminologists note few women aim to commit crimes for long confinement, and discuss likely outcomes, including murder, theft, and insanity routes, plus private or church shelters as alternatives.

Washington Times Tess The United States District Attorney Abe Delage Gracter Gary Conor Atlanta United States New York City Brooklyn

The Great Kahn and a World Court Dream

A fragment discusses mythic bread that feeds five from one, then muses on Washington era legacy and a world court in Europe. It contrasts historic leaders with modern American population growth and the idea of submitting national matters to an international tribunal.

George Washington United States Europe Washington Jackson Lincoln

New Yorkers Grieve Over High Coal and Turkey Prices

In New York the poor and middle class face a grim Thanksgiving as coal climbs above one cent a pound and turkeys reach sixty cents. The public laments that the bargain is lost amid miners and owners and a government that has not enshrined the welfare of the people as supreme law.

New York

Desert lands touted to ease turkey farming boom

A brief note suggests solving a turkey supply issue by thousands of citizens moving to inexpensive Mojave desert lands for turkey raising, highlighting potential shifts in agricultural opportunity and migration patterns.

Turkey Mojave Desert

Men Molding the Feet of a Steel Giant in Broadway Pit

In New York on a cold night by Broadway and 44th street workers toil in a deep pit, a crane and dynamite roars echo above lanterns flickering. Spectators crowd the rail as alloy sparks fly while Al Jolson and theater signs glow, highlighting the city’s restless show world.

New York Broadway 44Th Street al Jolson Gay Paree Messers Shubert Black Hole

Another Steel Giant Rises On Broadway

James W. Dean chronicles the lonely night street before a new steel giant is forged. He contrasts revelers with workers in a gritty, industrial city as dawn reveals cranes mortar boxes and cement bags.

James W. Dean

Questions and Answers from Early American Trivia

A collection of Q and A items covers topics from corn varieties grown by Native Americans to Christy Mathewson's death in 1926. It includes figures on predatory animal control costs, oleomargarine consumption in 1920, Panama Canal traffic in 1925, and the nickname land of the cakes for Scotland with traditional foods.

America Christy Mathewson WN. N. A Saranac New York Department of Agriculture United States Panama Canal Co. M. A California Scotland

Few Know Those in Congress by Charles P. Stewart

Washington novelty piece recounts A. D. Fairbairn journeying through 15 states to test public knowledge of Congress. He found widespread unfamiliarity, noting Omaha hotel clerks often cannot name their local congressman, and many cannot identify cabinet members either. The piece adds humor about a wallaby gifted to Coolidge and kept at the White House zoo.

Charles P. Stewart Messenger Washington Congress A. D. Fairbairn Fairbairn Omaha Nebraska W. G. Sears Sears Calvin Coolidge Trenton Coolidge Tasmania White House Washington Zoo Australia

California’s climate boosts alfalfa and turkey yields

In California permanent sunshine and irrigated alfalfa create a lush green area for livestock feed. The desert insects provide a meat ration, and about ninety percent of turkeys hatch and reach market, far above eastern rates of fifteen to twenty percent.

California

Shenandoah inquiry narrows on commander amid blame shift

The investigation into the Shenandoah disaster appears near finalization with questions focused on Commander Lansdowne allegedly planning his own death and wrecking the airship. Critics accuse others of whitewashing the tragedy.

Shenandoah Lansdowne

Queen Alexandra’s Death Shocks Britain Across Nation

The queen consort's passing sparks nationwide mourning as radio broadcasts suspend dance music and play God Save the King. public sentiment runs deep, with officials noting her impact surpassing that of renowned statesmen and scientists.

Queen Alexandra Great Britain England

Fragmented Ohio Paper Snippets Prompt Travel Advice

A collage of quotes from Ohio newspapers warns readers about travel, legal counsel, and medical cautions. The notices mention Italy as a destination and advise consulting lawyers before giving in to temptation.

Football Stats and Logic in Mansfield Journal

A brief editorial note argues that statistics can mislead, citing a circular claim that Pennsylvania defeats Illinois then defeats Pennsylvania, challenging the notion that numbers alone establish a team’s supremacy.

Pennsylvania Illinois Mansfield Ohio Journal

Swiss Cheese School of Literature Invites New Phrase

Cincinnati Ohio Times Star notes a playful label the Swiss Cheese School of Literature. practitioners perforate poems with triple dates and phrases.

Cincinnati Ohio Times-Star

Insomniac’s Cure Compliment Sparks Tour Talk

A guest in Youngstown, Ohio, boasts of a recent tour, joking that another cure for insomnia lies in listening to his detailed travel stories. The Vindicator notes his enthusiastic recounting delights the audience.

Youngstown Ohio

Old Time Dances and the Dance Revival

An article notes a revival of old time dances with rhythm and swing spreading across the country. It remarks on the popularity of the modern dances among the young, while many still attempt the simple steps of the sweet minuet.

Rcem Waltses

Dance and the old crowd take the floor in mix of styles

SAL COCHRAN S calls for balance between modern swing and old time dancing. He urges dancers to mingle styles and give seniors a chance, noting community spirit and the thrill of minuets and polkas alongside present day swing.

Red Rain Mystery draws Scotland Yard into Lathrop case

Lord Bulpeter and Inspector Roake pursue the red rain clue in the Lathrop murder case. Honeybun family links are probed as Sir Guy and Margaret loom large while a staged arrest plan tests loyalties. Continuous perils push the case toward a new turn.

Samuel Honeybun Francis Lathrop Septimus Larkin Honeybun Larkin Adela Adrian Klyne Inspector Rooke Scotland Yard Klyne Lord Bulpeter Reake Sileuths Lathrop Grange Margaret Guy Inspector Roake Roake Lathrop Ruxton Suffolk Sir Trevor Hardman Grange IC. I. D Bulpeter Latchfield Treasury Perhay Peters Lone Mrs. Vansittart

Goldfish Auction Brings High Bids for Japanese Fancier

A Japanese fancier sometimes sees an extra fine bred goldfish fetch 100 to 150 dollars. The note highlights the sizable bets placed on select specimens in aquarium circles.

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