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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1929
Page
4
A quotation contrasts pride and downfall as Paniel 3 20 is cited from Goethe. The excerpt warns that hearts lifted by pride invite deposition and loss of glory, noting that all men seek mastery over others while no man bears lordship.
The article urges government control of aviation experiments to prevent losses from reckless pilots and costly efforts. It argues trained personnel, safe aircraft, and experienced pilots are essential for progress, warning against a race for supremacy that repeats 1927 28 tragedies. It also discusses charity drives and public opinion shaping decisions.
The piece notes Manhattan becoming a “sandwich isle” as shops and distributors flood the city. It highlights street vendors near the Exchange, women canvassing skyscraper offices, and a market trend of cheap confections fueling a growing sandwich economy. It also mentions famed eateries and critics like George Jean Nathan shaping public taste.
A health column by Dr. Frank McCoy answers reader questions on child development diet and disease. Topics include environment versus inherited traits in youth moral conduct the impact of treatable physical ailments on behavior and practical tips for stuttering constipation and cooking vegetables for better digestion.
In a lively collage of quotes and questions the piece weighs how travel education and college life shape youth. It cites Edison Lincoln Harvard labor life and flags questions about schooling and practical work versus theory in forming character.
Rodney Dutcher reports on Argentina’s pampas showing two classes, estancia owners and peons. Peons live in crowded sheds with meager wages around 60 pesos a month, while vast ranches operate like estates. The piece notes railways and highways, British influence, grain production, and plans for grain elevators and reduced freight rates as development continues.
A state board proposes establishing a reformatory for girls over 17 to be connected with the Mansfield reformatory. Governor Harmon would receive the proposal from the State Board of Charities. Other items note travel of Mrs. Sluty and family from New York City and a trip by Captain J. B. Alten to Toledo.
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