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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1930
Page
4
A devotional note cites Deuteronomy 6 16 Ye shall not tempt the Lord thy God and quotes Marguerite de Valois Temptations and misfortunes are tests of moral strength for readers seeking guidance in daily life.
A column critiques Groundhog Day superstitions while noting persistent weather lore and the reality of severe fire hazards. It cites fires with high death tolls globally and in the United States, urging safer home practices to reduce fire risks and losses.
The piece decries 1929 fire deaths and notes the need for better fire prevention. It cites an editorial from January 17, 1930 in The New York newspaper, stressing that progress in fire protection follows major disasters.
A noted American magazine writer argues marriages rise faster than population and outpace divorces, Reno shows a surge in marriages over 1927 while divorces grow only modestly. He dismisses the idea of more unmarried women as noise, cites industrial independence as reducing stigma, and notes many defer weddings rather than fewer marriages overall.
York dispatch reviews the proliferation of cheap barber colleges and low-price shops attracting bums and job seekers. It notes 20 cent cuts and 15 cent shaves, with towels extra, and recalls San Francisco’s rough barbers. Wry notes on theater, Wall Street, and Joe Zeili in Paris add local color.
Assistant secretary Mr. Young of the Department of Commerce announces that passenger airships are required to install two way radio facilities to receive weather information and to transmit emergency messages.
The passage argues that advances in engines, ships, and air navigation will lessen weather as a factor. It contends that government oversight, not young pilots, should decide when to fly.
A cautious young pilot fears being called yellow but despite dread he volunteers for risky weather flying. He weighs danger against stigma and persists toward the challenge.
A passage questions whether air travel should be decided by passengers rather than pilots, urging decisions be guided solely by safety concerns and solemn assessment of risk.
Mr B C Forbes questions the purpose of life as he talks with George F Baker about a certain multi millionaire who would trade all his wealth for youth. The financier believes he would but he would not.
The passage contrasts Edison like renewal with money making. It argues a truly intelligent man would not repeat a life at the gate of entry but would seek the door at life’s far end, much as a trained dog longs for the final bow and exit from the stage.
A reflective meditation on wealth as security for the elderly. The piece compares a fortune to an oyster shell, a protective barrier against life’s rough seas and shifting dreams.
Dr. Frank McCoy discusses eye health, industrial hazards, and protective measures. He cites 1924 eye injuries and emphasizes proper care after any trauma, including rinsing with running water and seeking professional treatment. The piece includes reader questions on sleep disorders, nail biting, and meat substitutes, with McCoy offering dietary guidance and cautions about amino acids in plant proteins.
A compiled Q and A list covers etymology of heterodyne and calendars, pay of the U S president, the thirteenth month concept, artesian well naming, Doyle scale log measurement, Madame Schumann-Heink age, Japanese in China demographics, trench mouth discovery, Beecher’s slave Pinky, safari pronunciation, royal address, civilization factors, etudes purpose, stock listings, metal needles history, white elephants myth, and H L Mencken's marital status.
Industry leaders on railroads and agriculture call for immigration from Mexico to boost prosperity. They also propose bringing Porto Ricans living in U S territories, considered Americans, to fill labor shortages.
In discussions on Filipinos facing savage attacks, advocates remind that they are legally in the country, entitled to live, work, and receive protection under law. The statement emphasizes lawful status and civil rights amid violence.
The question argues for relaxing European immigration limits to fuel future national growth. It frames immigration as a means for economic and demographic renewal driven by ambitious youth from Europe, echoing classic nation-building themes.
Alister G. MacDonald arrives from Chicago and plans to study Hollywood and western architecture. He will visit Los Angeles San Francisco Seattle and other coast cities to learn from their architectural styles.
This daily study outlines common misuses and pronunciations to improve English. It defines glamorous as full of glamour or enchantment and notes a rule about owning a word after using it three times.
Washington notes Senator McKellar grilled London dispatches on two British cruisers Surrey and Northumberland said to have been canceled after suspensions. He argued no keels were laid and work had not begun. The piece contrasts with Hoover's earlier gesture on U S cruiser plans and explains keel timing and parity talks.
A杂 puzzling page lists clues for a crossword style grid. Across items include largest Mediterranean island and steamboat inventor. many numeric and letter riddles reference common words such as deputy, beacon, deity, patron saint, and various everyday nouns. The vertical list covers definitions from likeness to compass point.
The Christian Endeavorers of Athens County plan a reunion in Chauncey on Thursday evening with addresses by Reverends E. M. Murch F. C. Ransdell of Athens and Gilbert Courtney of Chauncey. Mr and Mrs L C Cary visited relatives in Trimble.
The American Legion sponsors a fitting public ceremony in Athens and the details will be set at the committee meeting tonight.
Miss Faye Lippincott departed Sunday evening for Washington PD to accept a position in the Civil Service Department of Commerce.
Miss Edith Palmer entertained the active Pi Beta Phi chapter on a Wednesday evening at North College Street in honor of Miss Edith Eaton from Huntington West Virginia. Attorney E D Sayre was in Chillicothe yesterday campaigning for Judge Cherrington of the Circuit Court. Judge Cherrington will not seek re election.
Prof and Mrs D J Evans entertained at home last evening in honor of their son Rhys who will leave for the Mast in a few days.
Welcome news arrives at the Athens post office that construction will begin soon on a new Postoffice Building with a value of 100000 dollars. The project promises improved facilities and long term service benefits for residents and associated businesses.
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