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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1930

Page

4

A Thought for Today Seneca Quote on Love

A brief aphorism notes that love begets love. The line from Seneca presents a timeless, reflective message on interpersonal affection and reciprocity.

When Parents Must Let Children Choose Their Path

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.

College Town

Made in America shows efficiency shaping the nation

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.

United States

Germanys Multiply as Machines Displace Workers

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.

Germany

The Glor y of Texas and Five States Idea

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.

Chicago gang killings return to normal with renewed violence

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.

Chicago Ohio Vinton County Lake Michigan Underworld

Eugene O Neill a Native Son of Broadway Lives Double Life

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.

New York, Jr Broad Way Eugene O'Neill Cay Gule James O'Neill Yesteryear Bennett House Th Cadillac Greenwich Village Tures New York

End of an Era as John Daniels Store Surrenders to Modernity

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.

New York John Daniels Daniels Manhattan

Daniell's Store and its Storied Downton Trade

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.

Daniell's New York London Paris

Salads Healthful Without Dressings Emphasizes Science of Living

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.

Government to Spend One Billion on Ships Warned by Ford

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.

Mr. Ford

Henry Ford Aims High as He Plans Ahead

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.

MR. Ford Edsel Henry Ford

Ford the product of a Michigan farm and school

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.

America Ford Michigan Lindbergh

Mellon to borrow 400 million at lowest rate

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.

Mellon Sam Mr. Mellon

Not How High Finance Is Managed

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.

Sam

Newark siblings donate 5 million for super school

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.

L. Bamberger Newark Felix Fuld

A Call for Adult Education The Never Too Late to Learn

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.

British Admiral Jellicoe Calls for Stern India Policy

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.

Earl of Jellicoe Britain India Phere

Salad Health Rules From a Doctor’s Plate

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.

Lupus cure and diet tips in medical Q and A

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.

F. O

Grace Abbott as Labor Secretary Likely Not a Real Possibility

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.

Washington Grace Abbott James John Davis Hoo Senate Congress Miss Abbott Hoover U.S. Children's Bureau Secretary of Labor

No Weakening of Empire Ruling Hand Seen

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 Threaten Prolonged Rebellion Against Britain

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.

Ireland Great Britain London Britain

Wall Street Slump Caps Uneven Saturday Trading

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.

Wall Street

Ruth's bat powers team as daily asset over pitching

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.

Babe Ruth

Abbott Seen As Strong Labor Choice For Labor Secretary

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.

Erty Senate Bolsheviks Democrats Miss Abbott Children’s Bureau Harding Julia Lathrop Nebraska Washington Labor Department

Drought Forum Notes Soil Prep and Early Corn Hope

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.

Messenger Charles E. Miller Athens Ohio

First Athens Alumni Banquet Draws 160 At Masonic Temple

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.

Athens High School Alumni Association Masonic Temple

Half of county's foreign born residents pass citizenship tests

Half of the twelve eligible foreign born residents of the county passed the final citizenship tests conducted in the common pleas court this morning.

Common Pleas Court

First Monthly Board Meeting at Grayson Manufacturing

The J. H. Grayson Manufacturing Company held its first monthly board meeting in the office on Monday. Directors then toured the plant for inspection.

J. H. Grayson Manufacturing Company

Miss Bertha Stephenson and Miss Hakel Sockel Guests at Rally

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.

Bertha Stephenson Hakel Sockel McArthur H. G. Householder

Actor Lindley to tour with Ben Greet Players

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.

David Howell Lindley al Athens Ben Greet Franklin Riegle Bowling Green Hal Murphy West Washington Street

Mrs P L Wyatt Guests At Moody Home

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.

P. L. Wyatt Dorothy Herrold, Glouster D. L. Moody East State Street

Dinner Party at Factory Home Hosts Noted Ladies

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.

Joe Sheppard Factory David Williams Lubriz Mary Dowler Glouster William Yore Julia Sherman Hiram Six

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