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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 09, 1930

Page

4

Lee as Immortalized Example of Failure Beyond Victory

The piece argues Lee’s legacy endures not for military wins but for his character. It praises his life as a study in virtue, suggesting true greatness lies in conduct over conquest. The author contends success is less vital than the pattern of life one adopts.

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Debate on London naval conference and modern defense

The piece argues that international concern over naval spending and air defense grows as experts debate future sea power. It notes shifts toward cheaper, modern defenses, domestic needs like the Ohio River and roads, and calls for reallocating funds while acknowledging enduring human greed and the need for national defense.

London Ohio River

The Failure’s Victory and a Confederate Leader's Defeat

The piece argues success culture pressures individuals to win, while genuine failure can still yield major victories. It cites the national drive to fund a national shrine at Robert E. Lee’s Virginia birthplace, portraying Lee as a figure who dedicated himself to independence but failed for four years, yet remains historically significant.

Himsell Virginia Robert E. Lee Mount Vernon Lee

Vanity and hygiene musings in a barber shop

A reflective piece notes the humor in men admiring themselves in barbershop mirrors and contrasts it with women’s mirror concerns. It emphasizes humor, hope, and self-image while urging better hygiene as the AMA cites that warm soapy water removes millions more germs than water alone.

American Medical Association

New York Social Life and Broadway Notes Amid Turbulent Gossip

Manhattan insiders report Evelyn Nesbit now Evalyn after a numerologist warned an extra E caused her scandals. Theremin home devices intrigue hosts while Boris Sokoloŭ and Becht vie for stage impact. Evelyn Laye and Sonny Hale-Pow draw London divorces into Broadway chatter. Chinatown buries Charles Boston as Confucian and Christian ethics clash in public obituaries. A grand hotel uses color coded rooms with inbuilt identity cards and a Detroit manufacturer seeks to be the first guest.

Gilbert Swan Messenger New York Jah Manhattan Everton Nesbit Evalyn Donald Friede Boris Sokoloŭ Ben Hecht Mera Broadway Armabie Mirael Covarrubias Becht Sinclair Léwis

Albanian stance and world issues echo through Congress

The piece parodies international pretensions as Congress debates the coast guard, prohibition shifts, and punitive measures against Albania. It cites Dr Ferrer V Williams on Peruvian and Chilean medical history, noting ancient practices and beliefs about spirits and skull surgery, while warning of brutal treatments for mental illness and epilepsy in historical contexts.

DR. Ferrert Vv. Williams University of Baffalo Peru Chile Cheistiay

Health and Diet Advice by Dr Frank McCoy on Colds

Dr Frank McCoy author of The Newest Way to Health discusses cold prevention and causes. He links colds to diet, sleep, exercise, and stress, noting substantial economic impact and the risk of complications like chronic catarrh and pneumonia. He covers non contagious and contagious cold types and offers dietary and lifestyle guidance.

Frank McCoy de Tas

Happenings About the Capital Predicts Mixed 1930 Labor Outlook

Rodney Dutcher reports from Washington that U S employment foresees uneven prospects for 1930. California and Georgia show better chances for skilled labor while unskilled work remains weak. Minnesota expects stable to improved demand. Michigan and New York anticipate gains. Missouri and Oklahoma show modest rises. Texas and Kentucky expect strong construction activity. Agricultural and manufacturing sectors vary with some states showing improved output and others facing declines. steel and automotive sectors see firmer activity in several regions.

Rodney Dutcher Washington U. S. Employment Service California Georgia Minois Kansas Massachusets Michigan Missouri New York North Carolina Oklhomne Dennayvane Wisconsin Kentucky Louisiana Minnesota Masaachusetts Oklahoma Texas North Dakota Nebraska Indiana Massachusetts Ponnsyliania Wisconsit

Mostly Short Words Puzzle Fragments and Odd Entries

A garbled OCR like list of short words and odd phrases. It includes numbers, partial clues, and stray terms such as thrust, encounter, desert, and kiln with scattered names and items. The fragmentary text resembles a crossword style mash of clues, measurements, and wordplay.

Bead's Marcus Loew Company Formation Date

The text references Marcus Loew and notes his death in 1927 leaving a fortune around 24 million. It mentions a company formed with Marcus Loew as president and Adorn Zu kor as nominal treasurer, but the details are garbled and unclear about the exact formation date or name. It indicates a formation preceding his death.

Marcus Liew Wile Louw Zukor Marcus Loew Tennyson R. C Roosevelt G. A Spain

Higley study circle meets. teachers' exam eyed

Mrs. M A Vickera led the Higley study circle in Mrs A M Lewis absence on a Wednesday. About 24 young people braved the cold to travel to the city for the monthly teachers examination, with one candidate taking high school exams. Columbus visitors, Miss NeNe Scott leaving for Cleveland to visit sisters and brother.

Higley Scudy Johnson, North Congress Street M. A. Vickera A. M. Lewis OM. Copeland Martin Wolfe Aellal Columbus Jrnifer Wim NeNe Scott Cleveland Euest Mra Maude Scott Fred Scott

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