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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1927

Page

4

Alaskan Indians Debate Civilization and Subversion

Rodney Dutcher reports in Washington that Alaska Indians face criticism as savages while asserting their own view of civilization. Indian leaders and evangelist S. G. Davis attack Western norms, posing questions about cars, aviation, dress, dancing, and gender norms as markers of civilization.

Alaska Alaskan Alaska Fisherman Petersburg Ketchikan S. G. Davis Davis

Britain and the American trade clash over culture and cinema

The piece argues Britain protects its markets with measures against American coffee tobacco and apples while resisting American plays and films. It notes Americans lead in film and photography, and that Britons prefer U.S. cinema despite a British quota push. People know what they want and vote with their wallets.

Britain America London John Bull England Customs House Oregon

The Dean and democracy quotes spark a skeptical view

The article cites Dean Inge of London as doubting democracy as a final phase of government. It questions his sweeping criticism of Abraham Lincoln's government of the people and suggests even great figures err when commenting outside their expertise. The tone remains ironic.

Abraham Lincoln Dean Inge London

Fat men praised as honest in light of data and Shakespeare

Honest Weight cites data praising fat men over lean peers and links humor and honesty, quoting Hamlet and Caesar to argue fat men appear fair and straight. It notes fat boys face smirks yet claims sincere affection exists, against the old saying nobody loves a fat man. An insurance company and Mussolini referenced in a satirical aside.

Shakespeare Nest Insurance Company New York Elinor Glyn Chicago Wilfred J.winters Margaret Martin Catherine Stadler

Japanese sailors swim in formation to fly the Pacific

Arthur Brisbane notes Japan may fly from Tokyo to Seattle if needed and cites disciplined naval men swimming in wedge formations as evidence. Babe Ruth receives an 170th egg from Lady Norfolk hen in Omaha and comments on the hen's national importance. Editorials discuss fidelity in marriage, crime, prohibition's politics, and shifts to a five day week with seven hour days.

Japan Pacific Omaha Babe Ruth Lady Norfolk Ruth America American Federation of Labor Russia Henry Ford Ford

Millikan links science to freeing humanity in cryptic warning

Robert A. Millikan at Caltech argues science may free humans from hard labor, but warns against too rapid progress. He suggests freeing men today could make many worthless, cites wealthy inheritors as example, and ponders health risks. The Cleveland meeting of the American Public Health Association notes heart disease as today's leading killer and common infections as contributing factors.

Robert A. Millikan California Institute of Technology American Public Health Association Cleveland

Health and Disease Cause and Effect by Dr McCoy

Dr McCoy argues that treating symptoms is inadequate and urges identifying the real cause of disease. He references Osler and likens cures to removing faulty fuel or pollution in the body. He emphasizes addressing underlying causes to prevent recurring illness and urges deeper contemplation of health origins.

McCoy Osler

Paris Quiet, Horns and Hours Define a City of Leisure

By the Way in New York observes Paris traffic honks like geese and notes a leisurely Paris pace. The piece recounts twelve to two lunch closures, Monday cleaning, and civil routines as Americans adapt to French habits. It highlights taxi costs, noon closures, and the calm rhythm shaping daily life in Paris.

Gilbert Swan Paris Phris Manhattan L’aris New York

Varicose vein treatment advised with conservative methods

A reader asks about leg varicose vein surgery. Experts say removal is dangerous mainly for after effects and recommend elastic stockings or non surgical options. Ice and brief pressure can help, with repeated daily sessions.

M. W

Nasal Growths Linked to Toxin Irritation

The passage explains that most nasal growths can be cured through dieting as toxins irritate nasal membranes. It notes membranes become inflamed and swollen, and while local nose treatments help, removing the systematic cause is needed for a complete, permanent cure.

Answers to Questions by Frederick J. Haskin

A compilation of Q A exchanges on camel weight and load limits milk souring factors and weather effects disinfecting raw foods and lime solutions drunk enness laws in Maryland and usage of the term washerwoman plus weight gain after meals and a note on the Chinese willow plate legend.

Frederick J. Haskin D. A

Forbidden Mandarin's Daughter Elopes and Turned to Doves

The tale centers on IA Chi, daughter of a mandarin and Chang, who elopes with her lover despite the mandarin's opposition. They hide in the gardener's cottage before fleeing to the couple's home, pursued by the father with a whip. The gods transform them into turtle doves, and the willow sheds its leaves at the elopement.

IA Chi Chang

Juniors Elect Officers at Ohio University

Junior class members at Ohio University chose officers in Fine Arts hall at noon. A tie for treasurer requires a new election on Monday October 24 at 12 45 in Fine Arts hall. Ballots: President Russ Marple 57 Jon Dando 54. Vice President Elizabeth Drake 55 Gilbert Beck 45 Page Meade 6 Maryles 5. Secretary Victor Miller Cinergic ble 56 David Todd 55. Treasurer Carl Reese 49 Robert Richards 13 Pauline Swanson 49% and others.

Ohio University Fine Arts Hall Russ Marple Jon Dando Elizabeth Drake Gilbert Beck Page Meade Maryles Victor Miller

District conference of International Bible students Sunday

More than 15 persons are expected to attend the district conference from Marion Shelby Allen Auglaize Hancock and Hardin counties. The event will be held here Sunday October 23.

Kenton Conference of International Bible Students Marion Shelby Allen Auglaize Hancock Hardin

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