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New Oxford Item

Location

New Oxford, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1925

Page

15

Light and Health from Sunlight for Children

Scientific discussion on sunlight and health notes that sun exposure aids immune strength and prevents diseases like tuberculosis and rickets. Research by Steenbock and Hesx shows ultraviolet rays in sunlight and certain lamps boost nutrients in foods and oils, improving child health.

Steenbock University of Wisconsin Alfred Hesx New York

Well fed children curb tuberculosis through better nutrition

The article argues that TB is not hereditary and stresses that well nourished children resist infection better. It cites Dr. Henry A. Chadwick noting malnutrition elevates TB risk and lists symptoms of undernutrition, urging adequate food, outdoor air, sunshine, and sleep to reduce disease in children.

Nile Henry A. Chadwick Massachusetts Department of Public Health

Varieties of Plums Trace from Asia to Europe

The origin note links the Mary plum variety to the Jiuame of the plum tree, tracing its path from Asia to Italy via Syria and Greece. It notes that hundreds of varieties exist today, many with historic significance.

Italy Syria Greece

CROSS WORD PUZZLE SOLUTION CLUE LIST

A 1925 crossword puzzle with horizontal and vertical clues. Entries include names like I a mon n s name and familiar father, common words such as a preposition and a branch of learning, and various brief definitions for a scattered grid. The note promises the solution in the next issue.

Pauls Love and Gospel Spread Through the Ages

A devotional outline surveys Paul and companions like Luke, Timothy, Barnabas, Lydia, and the Philippian jailer. It outlines two teaching methods Biographical and Summary and lists weekly lesson themes from July to September on justification by faith, Gentile inclusion, and missionary journeys.

Paul Luke Silas Timothy Barnabas Mark Lydia James Philippi Holy Spirit Christ Jesus Lystra Jamey John Mark God

Duality of Optimism and Pessimism in a Boyhood Tale

Dean of Men at the University of Illinois contrasts two horses Moses and Dick to illustrate how attitude shapes life. Moses embodies gloom and decline while Dick remains youthful and energetic, showing how viewpoint governs aging and spirit. The piece ends with a reflection on how age mirrors inner feeling.

Moses

How to Solve a Crossword Puzzle Primer

An instructional note explains solving a crossword: fill white spaces with dictionary words, using numbers to mark initial letters for horizontal and vertical clues. Black squares separate words, with definitions below, and abbreviations or obsolete forms noted.

Love of Alma Mater by Thomas Arkle Clark

A lecture on college loyalty contrasts Aldrich who left without sentiment for his alma mater with graduates who stay connected and support their institutions. The author argues true love for a college grows from ongoing engagement and sacrifice, not mere completion of study.

Thomas Arkle Clark Daniel Webster Dartmouth Aldrich Iie Western Newspaper Union

Fast Worker

A village doctor traveling to the city sought a specialist to help treat a small boy with meningitis. On spinal injection, the child died as the needle entered the spine, and onlookers murmured in shock. The scene ended with a grave, awe struck remark from a bystander.

Tennessee

Ice melt floods carved ancient rivers and moved giant boulders

When the ice began to melt toward the end of the glacial period floods formed rivers larger than today. Nature Magazine notes torrents moved enormous boulders like pebbles and carried them miles from their original positions.

Nature Magazine

Just Plain Turtle Soup From For est and Stream

The piece recalls plain turtle soup and contrasts it with mock turtle and various turtle dishes. It notes L-Phil Moore did not eat turtle in For est and Stream and mentions garlic onions carrots potatoes and seasoning.

Terrapina Maryland Phil Moore

Notable Quote Exchange Sparks Debate on Sin and Eve

A Boston Transcript excerpt presents a debate on blame for evil, contrasting the common attribution to Adam with a suggestion that Eve may be spared blame. The exchange highlights gendered moral narratives in early discourse.

Boston Transcript

Resourcefulness of a college youth turns tides for a start

Wayne arrived three years ago after failed sales and little money. He found lodging with an old couple and offered to work for room and board. He learned to cook, saved, and earned a small income, eventually buying a coupe. He now plans to help future students with his saved funds.

Wayne Hancock Liquid Sulphur Company Baltimore, Maryland Hansock Hancock

Read the Bible and Hear God Speak

Youths urged to read the Bible as God’s voice to believers. A devotional note emphasizes the Bible as God’s word and invites personal engagement with scripture.

God

Morning Prayer Keeps Day on Track Says Evangelist

A Christian Evangelist counsels starting the day with prayer to prevent a chaotic day. The guidance emphasizes spiritual discipline to reduce daily pitfalls and promote steadiness.

Some Talent God Has Given to Each of Us

A brief reflection asserts that every person carries a unique talent from a divine source, emphasizing shared potential and personal gifts across humanity.

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