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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1927
Page
4
A columnist argues the nation is not always wrong despite a chorus of criticizers. He defends leaders and common sense against intellectuals and secret influence, urging Mr Average Man to trust in America and resist radicalism while acknowledging wartime cautions.
The department of commerce reports $80,651,281 worth of precious stones imported in 1926, up $5,000,000 from 1925, reflecting luxury demand after other luxuries are enjoyed.
Canadian officials stress the close Canada United States relationship. The United States is Canada's main export market with over 450 million dollars in Canadian goods sold last year. American goods accounted for 66 percent of Canada's imports, valued above 650 million dollars. The longstanding friendship stands as a bright spot in world affairs.
Josephus Daniels declares the next Democratic presidential standard bearer must combine the traits of Samuel Tilden Grover Cleveland and Woodrow Wilson. He warns finding such a man will be difficult and notes there are few equals on the scene. He criticizes Europe and urges focus on domestic business.
The article warns that China could mobilize vast forces against foreign settlements in Shanghai. It notes American forces are small by comparison and questions the price of a potential war, citing China’s 62 million fighting age population and the scale of mobilization possible.
The passage debates placing troops on Chinese soil to conduct limited scientific attacks, warned against by basing troops on fighting ships and returning to vessels afterward amid fears of being overwhelmed by Chinese forces aided by Russian arms.
The speaker warns of Russia loaning submarines to China for covert assaults and airplanes delivering heavy bombs from above. Navy ships would be sunk near the Chinese coast or scattered at sea, highlighting a perilous wartime mobility and exposure.
A historical analysis argues that landing large forces against China with revolutionary ardor risks crime and hatred of foreigners. It also contends that maintaining offshore warships as a permanent operating base is impossible.
The speaker argues against war with China, saying it would be unjust after rescuing nationals. They warn that excluding Asiatics from living here would justify China excluding Europeans, framing equal treatment as a principle of justice.
The author argues that fighting China would cost taxpayers far more than any money involved and risk lives. They propose guaranteeing American investors against loss and paying them off, as a cheaper alternative to war to protect dollars and business interests.
The speaker argues that paying compensation to steel oil and other American interests harmed in China would be cheaper and more sensible than engaging in war, noting the civil war context. The statement frames compensation as a preferred alternative to conflict.
The speaker argues that all should support needed rescue efforts for Americans on Chinese soil but that the United States should end its involvement afterward. Saving business people and missionaries is desirable, yet sending American soldiers to die is equally to be avoided, even if others are at risk.
A Welfare Council report by Mary LaDame examines how twelve New York social agencies spend over 100000 dollars yearly to place more than 1000 handicapped adults and youths monthly. It calls for better coordination, fewer agencies, a shared card index, and reduced prejudice by employers to improve self supporting employment for the disabled.
Gilbert Swan writes of Manhattan’s historic spots being overtaken by new arrivals from the old world. Gracie Mansion becomes a museum with Archibald Gracie’s legacy. Sutton Place and Henderson Place illustrate a social shift from old aristocracy to exclusive, artsy quarters.
The reader asks when pull backs first appeared and reemerged about 1858 and 1886. The second question inquires how many men form a firing squad and how many weapons are loaded during a military execution.
A compact feature presenting sketches by Krorsen paired with a synopsis arranged by Dr. William F. Gilroy. The piece showcases literary and artistic collaboration, highlighting character studies and thematic highlights.
Twenty years ago the Black Diamond Coal and Coke company mine at Lathrop was being fitted with new equipment while many Hocking valley mines lay idle after a recent flood. John Moore, sub-district president, predicted openings within days as relief and recovery continued.
Washington reports that retroactivity and confiscation issues in Mexican oil laws echo historic Alaska coal land disputes. The Bering River field saw lands surveyed, town growth, rail surveys, and millions spent before 1906 when leasing replaced sale, causing indictments and eventual acquittals and widespread losses.
The Bureau of Plant Industry confirms parsley can grow in a window box if it is at least ten inches deep due to its tap root. The Public Health Service notes hydrophobia usually does not develop within ten days after a bite, with three weeks as the average, though rare cases occur after months. The Jungfrau stands at 18 671 feet. TURN to classified section for opportunities.
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