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Newspaper

The Spectator

Location

Joliet, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1929

Page

11

Understanding Influenza Help and Home Remedies

The piece explains influenza differs from a common cold and can trigger many illnesses. It advises consulting a doctor, bed rest, steady temperature, and mentions remedies like bicarbonate of soda and grapefruit juice, while noting prevention and the dangers of underestimating the disease.

Andrew Mellon and public service in Athens and America

The piece contrasts ancient Athens and modern politics citing Aristides and Aristides the Just, then critiques Andrew Mellon as Treasury Secretary. It argues judgments about public leaders hinge on popularity and wealth rather than proven fitness, noting Mellon’s role during crises and the strength of savings banks while calling for scrutiny of qualifications.

Education and fitness for the U.S. Treasury post

A columnist argues the Treasury secretary should be an educated financier and a capable industrial banker. They cite Andrew Mellon and Herbert Hoover as models and urge selecting the most qualified, regardless of party, to run government as a business and promote national industrial development.

New York Herbert Hoover

Ice and Heels Safety Advisory

Do not walk on your heels on ice, walk on the balls of your feet to avoid slipping. Eskimo teaches flat foot technique and the note warns about breaking arms or legs and embarrassment. Girls with high heels are urged to beware of slipping on icy surfaces.

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