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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1933
Page
26
In this 1923 column, Mrs. Roosevelt argues home education molds manners, reading love, and self discipline more than schools alone. She urges deep reading in libraries, diverse works, and discussion to build character, curiosity, and the ability to engage with ideas across ages and cultures.
Claude R Porter of the Interstate Commerce Commission argues for a limited number of railroad systems under the 1920 Transportation Act. He notes consolidation since railroads began, cites 60,000 miles absorbed, and outlines benefits: equalized fortunes, economies in maintenance and operation, easier financing, and a rational structure. He advocates joint rates and through routes to ensure fair competition.
Dr S Parkes Cadman argues Germany’s rehabilitation is essential for Europe’s recovery. He contrasts German political culture with America’s, noting Germany’s postwar turmoil, frequent elections, and feudal legacy hinder democratic maturity. Cadman urges balanced international pressure and patience to allow Germany to stabilize, rebuild industry, and rejoin the European political economy.
An Italian expedition near Fezzan, North Africa, reports traces of a prehistoric civilization that may have influenced Europe. Findings include iron implements, engravings of an elephant hunt, and ancient farming knowledge. Professor Lidio Cipriani of Florence's National Museum of Anthropology warns the Berbera in the region represent a long extinct, influential race, with migration to Europe in a distant geological era.
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