A Thought for Today Seneca Quote on Love
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1930
Page
4
A brief aphorism notes that love begets love. The line from Seneca presents a timeless, reflective message on interpersonal affection and reciprocity.
The article reflects on parental hesitation as youths reach independence, noting that predicting a child’s future is unsafe. It describes fear in turning away and the inevitability of young people choosing their own routes, especially in college towns where older students influence younger ones.
The article argues that U S efficiency benefits the country and highlights the spread of efficient methods across districts even as foreign nations awaken. It notes labels on goods reflecting costs to consumers and tells of foreign workers brought here to learn American production techniques before returning home.
A letter warns that a flood of imported goods made by inexpensive labor harms American workers and coal supplies. It cites rapid mechanization, noting a machine replacing 60 men and three such machines displacing 180 workers, arguing for a high tariff to curb the trend and fearing multiple Germanys in the near future.
The piece weighs Garner's plan to split Texas into five new states, weighing practical and sentimental angles. It argues Texas’s uniqueness, and cautions that division would ruin its status as a gargantuan single state, hurting national pride.
The essay argues that failed truces among Chicago gangs merely empower underworld rulers. It notes renewed gunfire and bodies along roads, cites a Southeast Ohio link, and warns society loses control as gang power grows with each murder. The piece cautions against complacency about gang warfare.
Gilbert Swan profiles Eugene O Neill born in the Bennett House on Broadway now Cadillac and raised amid tour life with James O Neill. The playwright, famed for sea plays and ideas driven works, writes in a European village but returns to New York for late nights at Daniells after cycling at six day races and prize fights.
The New York prints announce John Daniels store will close, ending a Victorian era landmark in Manhattan. Since the Fifties it served as a cherished shopping venue for old ladies, with clerks aging in place and a tradition of quiet bartering and fine goods.
Clerks at Daniell's catered to customers for half a century fostering friendships with New York's old aristocracy. As traffic chaos grew downtown, the shop shifted to a large mail order trade serving aging patrons who had moved to London or Paris, ordering lace bolts and patterned ribbons once cherished as old fashioned but dear to the oldsters.
A health education piece explains salads can be nutritious without dressings and frames the discussion as science of healthy living. The article notes enjoyment of food while focusing on balanced choices.
A statement from Mr. Ford cautions that spending a billion dollars on surface warships would lead to a "Mitchelled" outcome, implying the harsh treatment a top air commander like General Mitchell could deliver. The remark labels the approach as risky and compares it to aggressive air power strategy.
The passage notes Henry Ford in excellent health with plans to keep many people busy for years. It highlights his pride in his son Edsel, described as capable, and mentions Ford’s intense focus and tireless brain.
A columnist notes that Ford and Lindbergh arose from modest beginnings in Michigan. They credit a farm, a local public school, and personal effort rather than vast subsidies or wealth, arguing their achievements came from humble origins and persistence.
Secretary Mellon seeks four hundred million dollars to fund Uncle Sam. The plan offers a low interest rate of 2.74 percent. Mellon, famed for financial acumen since World War I, aims to shore up government finances with this loan.
A reader comments that while the idea of printing money with Uncle Sam’s name on the back could save millions in interest, the text argues this is not how modern finance operates and mocks the notion.
L. Bamberger of Newark and his sister Mrs. Felix Fuld pledge five million dollars to establish a "super school" for high‑ranking students. The fund aims to support advanced learning and allow scholars to pursue research in any field their scientific ambition desires.
The author argues for a school for mature men, claiming the strongest craving for knowledge lies among those over 40. Learning is possible at any age and reading preserves a mental outline of important ideas from history and literature.
The Earl of Jellicoe, who directed Britain's naval forces at the war's start, demands a stern policy in India. He urges decisive actions to secure British interests and curb unrest, signaling a hard line in imperial strategy.
A physician advises avoiding acids in salad dressings to protect digestion. He favors raw vegetables with minimal seasoning and suggests plain cream or olive oil. He shares a Cream Cheese Dressing using cream cheese and spinach, parsley, olives, and pimento for optional color.
The column advises strong local treatments with ultra violet light for curing lupus and hints the Cleansing Diet Course fasting and dieting may help. It also notes celery root can be baked or steamed and dates are not acidic. A reader is told a quart of hot water on rising is more than necessary, and age should not bar starting tap dancing if calisthenics have kept one limber.
An editorial from Washington notes that President Hoover is unlikely to appoint Grace Abbott, longtime head of the Children's Bureau, as secretary of labor. It argues the cabinet role demands a cautious, cautious politician who can court labor votes without alienating employers and contends Abbott lacks those traits.
The article suggests there will likely be no weakening in the long run of the empire's ruling hand, indicating stable authority and continued strong governance.
Hindu leaders compare their struggle to Ireland and vow to persist if needed. They argue Britain cannot bomb Irish villages near London, but could target Asiatic towns and villages on a wider scale to force submission if necessary.
Stocks slipped on Saturday with declines ranging from 1 to 7 points as traders dumped solid holdings and held onto weaker issues, signaling cautious mood in the market.
In Q and A form, the discussion states Babe Ruth excels as a batter able to play every day, while noting he was a very good pitcher. It contrasts his superior daily offensive value with his pitching, highlighting his bat as the stronger asset for the team.
The piece endorses Miss Abbott for labor secretary citing her labor union card, long service at the Children's Bureau since 1916, work on the Child Labor act, and a solid record in labor and immigration. It notes her international reputation and Nebraska prominence, with Republican backing from the state’s delegation.
The drought injures all vegetation with cities watering gardens while rural areas feel harsher effects. Early corn like White Cap and Reed's Willow Dent may mature if planted. tomatoes beans and late potatoes still could ripen before frost if cool weather comes early. Farm guidance urges disking soil before plowing and after to ensure a fine seed bed for better germination. Charles E. Miller, Athens Ohio.
The first annual dance and banquet of the Athens High School Alumni Association was held Monday evening at the Masonic Temple and drew 160 attendees.
Half of the twelve eligible foreign born residents of the county passed the final citizenship tests conducted in the common pleas court this morning.
The J. H. Grayson Manufacturing Company held its first monthly board meeting in the office on Monday. Directors then toured the plant for inspection.
Miss Bertha Stephenson and Miss Hakel Sockel of McArthur were guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Householder. They attended the Maccabee rally last night.
Twenty years ago David Howell Lindley, a talented young actor known in Athens, will join the world famous Ben Greet Players on tour next year after recent performances drew crowded houses. Mrs. Franklin Riegle of Bowling Green arrived Wednesday to visit several days with Mrs. Hal Murphy on West Washington Street.
Mrs P L Wyatt and her daughter Dorothy and son Herrold from Glouster visit her parents Mr and Mrs D L Moody on East State Street.
Mrs. Joe Sheppard held a pretty dinner party at her Factory home on Wednesday. Attending were Mrs. David Williams of Lubriz, Mrs. Mary Dowler of Glouster, and Mrs. William Yore with Mrs. Julia Sherman and Mrs. Hiram Six.
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