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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1920
Page
3
An editorial argues for widespread home ownership to foster patriotic citizenship. It cites New York City where only 300,000 of 6.1 million residents own homes and warns that renters lack stake in good government and community upkeep. It condemns tenancy as unfavorable to civic virtue.
A controversial remark claims some bachelors would prefer restraining a 110 pound girl for two hours over a 10 pound boy for two minutes, prompting criticism of gender and age implications and debates on responsibility and harm.
A reflection on innocence traded for temptation as costly appetites replace pure paradises and the apple becomes a symbol of desire and consequence. The piece contrasts moral idealism with earthly costs, hinting at choices that shape fate.
The article argues about Congress considering allowing farmers to form combinations to set prices. It notes farmers are at a disadvantage compared with manufacturers and other industries, due to lack of market control, price fluctuations, and input costs. It discusses aims to reduce the farm consumer price spread and boost farmer take, citing European experiences and Denmark butter imports as context.
An editorial argues that importing food to meet demand signals a failing farm economy. It warns collective bargaining to raise farm prices risks higher consumer costs and favors urban wage earners, urging policies to rebalance town and country for stronger farm participation and lower middleman take. It notes consumer skepticism toward price hikes and the need for farmers to capture more of the consumer dollar. The piece ends with two quotes about appearances and deceit.
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