Great Ideas From the Great Books letter asks about history cycles
Dr Adler surveys views from Herodotus through Augustine, Hegel, Spengler, and Toynbee on whether history repeats, trends toward a goal, or moves toward a messianic end. He notes cyclical and linear theories, contrasting classical and biblical narratives, and invites reader letters for a prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Copp
Herodotus
Thucydides
Polybious
Adler
Rome
Roman Empire
Virgil
Augustine
God
Hegel
Spengler
Toynbee
Tynbee
City of God
Faith and Nature Drive Ohio Arborist’s Gentle Rescue
Palmer Starner, an arborist from Columbus, Ohio, saved an oriole by cutting a branch from a dying Elm and tying it to a high rail. He coaxed the bird back to its nest as it raised its young, guided by his deep faith in God and belief that humans must protect all of creation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palmer Stavener
God
Aster
Broad Street Presbyterian Church
Columbus
Ohio
Starner
Fifteen Principle Mysteries Rosary Prayer Aid Described
A historical note explains the rosary as a devotional tool tied to Marian mysteries. It outlines the three sets of mysteries joyful sorrowful and glorious with events from the Annunciation to the Coronation of Mary and covers how the beads are used for prayer. The piece traces the term rosary origins and debates Dominic’s role in Westernizing the practice while noting earlier uses in other cultures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battle of Lepanto
Rome
Gabriel
Mary
Desu
Harper
Agen
Jhesks
Jesus
Gethsemane
Matthew Calvary
Centirios
Ait Alt
Dominic
Virgin
Legond
Bominic
Gooblen LIGHT A FIRE UNDER HUSBAND
A wife fears her husband’s retirement will leave them with no purpose or plans. Advice urges mental stimulation, family involvement, classes, and outreach to employers and organizations to ignite activity and avoid a stagnant, adjusted retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gooblen
Husband
Ric
Canada
Jim
Portraits and Dreams Through the Seasons by Metcalfe
A lyrical meditation on dreaming of a beloved figure across the year. The speaker envisions dreams in winter beneath stars, spring blossoms, warm summer skies, and autumn leaves, hoping the beloved dreams of kisses and embrace across day and night.
Bridge Pointers by Alfred Sheinwold
South faced a tricky notrump with the diamonds misfiring and spade guards. The piece discusses spotting distribution signals, noting how declarers mistook suit breaks, and shares a recommended line including bidding two clubs to prepare a spade raise, emphasizing careful count and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Lenz
Sn Iow
Lenz
Avileh
Notrump
South
West
Dummy
You Hou
Horoscope Tomorrow Opens New Paths With Advice From Carroll Righter
Tomorrow's horoscope offers guidance across zodiac signs with notes on communication, practical planning, and cooperation. Readers are urged to leverage contacts, study situations, and act decisively to improve outcomes in work, finances, and relationships. A child is foretold to bring brilliance and harmonious cooperation, with a strong marriage expected. Carroll Righter Forecast copy available by mail with birthdate and fee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scorpio
Sagittarius
Etty Dee
Centnors
Capricorn
P.m. Aquarius
Pisges
Veterans VA hospital admission and GI Bill eligibility details
Questions and answers outline conditions for peacetime veterans to be admitted for non service connected disabilities if beds are available. It notes exceptions to outpatient treatment rules for certain disabled veterans in rehabilitative programs. It also covers GI Bill eligibility based on the timing of the first unconditional discharge after January 1, 1955 and provides a regional VA contact in San Francisco for more information.
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By Mortimer J. Adler
Dr. Adler
Michael V. Copp
Rockford, Minds
Mortimer J. Adler
Daily Review
Palmer Starner
Dr. Howard V. Harper
Elizabeth
Both the Baptist
Belcher
Joseph
St. Tike
Ahwemnas
Canlimore
Mary's Rose Garden
Orient
Thomas Collins
Rlverton Legion
Jair
John C. Metcalfe
Alfred Sheinwold
Desler
Valuetable
Noktil
Booth Watson
Eas
Mr. Wilson
Syms
Amies
Aurus
Gemini
Moon Children
Lim
Leo
Carroll Righter
the Daily Review
Box
Hollyawond
Calif
Veterans Administration
Office
Fourth Street
San Francisco
California
Oakland
ARO Franklin
Castro Valleye
Castro
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