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Newspaper
Canton Daily News
Location
Canton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1925
Page
6
Verses from Mark 8 34 35 urge followers to deny themselves take up their cross and follow Jesus. It states that those who try to save their life will lose it while those who lose it for Jesus sake and the gospel will save it.
The article reflects on 22 years since the Wright brothers first flew at Kitty Hawk and notes a turning point in U S aviation. It highlights public interest, government involvement, and Mitchell's influence, while warning of debates over policy and leadership in global aviation ahead of future anniversaries.
The appeal of Gerald Chapman, convicted mail robber and killer of a policeman in Connecticut, goes to the U S Supreme Court. The question concerns procedure, not guilt, focusing on whether he must complete a 26 year federal sentence before state penalties. Critics urge the clemency system may be misused as judicial vengeance.
The article analyzes mercy in clemency versus justice in the Chapman case. It argues the pardon power was abused to fix federal authority failures, notes Chapman’s status and custody, and traces precedents including a California judge’s trial and a federal acquittal, stressing the need for proper jurisdiction and strong appeal.
The United States Census Bureau reports incomplete candy industry figures but shows rising candy consumption. A new syndicate capitalized at 7.5 million dollars plans to take over Huyler Inc and expand nationwide with branch factories and stores. The note adds candy growth may reflect a substitute for alcohol since prohibition took effect.
A national concern over the decreasing share of men among public school teachers leads educators to study ways to attract male entrants. Ohio superintendents report 1890 had about 45 percent men, now around 14 percent, with salaries and advancement seen as key to reversing the trend.
The passage notes that men once taught in public schools while pursuing other careers. Rising professional standards and college requirements, along with low teaching wages, reduced male entry. States also required normal training for teachers, pushing women to carry the teaching load as men moved to law medicine or business.
Obituary tribute to Thomas F Turner a respected Canton lawyer business leader and clubman praised for self made success humor oratory and personal integrity. The piece recalls his legal battles goodwill and lasting memory among colleagues and friends while noting his modest wealth and broad influence.
The poem portrays a beaten man who endures a crushing blow to his dreams. He resolves to face reality, rebuild his life, and ask where he will be in a year, stressing duty to gather hopes and begin again.
A Berlin jury frees a woman charged with stealing chickens after prosecutors deem she was too large to climb a fence. The column riffs on fat humor and courtroom folly, noting fat people face awkward judgments and awkward sentences.
A cautionary verse about not relying on a single plan or treasure. It urges diversification of dreams and resources, warning that tying all hopes together can ruin the whole venture if one part fails.
Round the World column reports Paris council allowing Women's Suffrage Union delegates as consultative participants on health and education committees. The feature notes other global items from Frankfurt copper beetle to Moscow China University, Paris Academy, and German film Free People.
A health column by Dr. W A discusses obesity linked to diseases including diabetes high blood pressure heart and kidney issues and notes obesity reduces life expectancy and complicates surgery. It also covers remedies and best weights and answers reader questions on high blood pressure and lice in children with kerosene and vinegar as home cautions.
In Salsburg a long-lost Weber manuscript for the Grand Mass is found as a centenary of the German romantic opera founder’s death nears. Weber died at 40 in London while directing Oberon and served as musical director of the German Opera in Dresden.
Newspapers react to Dwight W. Morrow led aviation inquiry report. They praise its thoroughness and temperate tone while noting mixed views on Col. Mitchell. Several papers endorse coordination of aviation efforts within military services.
Short Pickings notes from newspapers comment on Tyrolese village hair tax gender roles. The Butte Post and Street Journal voices critique of leadership and education. A realist questions the value of personal achievement versus watching others work. Dixie geography is described as between the Yankees and their destination near Baltimore.
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