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Editorial
July 17, 1938
Imperial Valley Press
El Centro, Imperial County, California
What is this article about?
The editorial praises Howard Hughes' modesty following his record-breaking round-the-world flight, attributing success to American engineers and equipment. It expresses hope that he avoids the harsh public treatment endured by heroes like Lindbergh.
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GIVING CREDIT
WHERE CREDIT IS DUE
Howard Hughes is, we imagine, the kind of young man we should like to have for a friend.
Said he, while the nation honored his globe girdling accomplishment with one of Broadway's huge demonstrations:
"If credit is due anyone, it is due to men who designed and perfected to its present remarkable state of efficiency, the modern American flying machine and equipment.
"If we made a fast flight, it is because many young men in this country went to engineering school, worked hard at drafting tables, and designed a fast airplane and navigation and radio equipment which would keep this plane upon its course. All we did was to operate this equipment and plane according to the instructions coming with the article."
Modesty like this in the face of a great accomplishment is the thing that justifies the American belief in heroes. Possibly it is unfortunate for Hughes that his modesty will only make him more popular, for the American public is not kind to its heroes. It drove Lindbergh from the country of his birth, and has spoiled the lives of many others.
Our sincerest hope for Hughes is that he will be left alone when he wishes.
WHERE CREDIT IS DUE
Howard Hughes is, we imagine, the kind of young man we should like to have for a friend.
Said he, while the nation honored his globe girdling accomplishment with one of Broadway's huge demonstrations:
"If credit is due anyone, it is due to men who designed and perfected to its present remarkable state of efficiency, the modern American flying machine and equipment.
"If we made a fast flight, it is because many young men in this country went to engineering school, worked hard at drafting tables, and designed a fast airplane and navigation and radio equipment which would keep this plane upon its course. All we did was to operate this equipment and plane according to the instructions coming with the article."
Modesty like this in the face of a great accomplishment is the thing that justifies the American belief in heroes. Possibly it is unfortunate for Hughes that his modesty will only make him more popular, for the American public is not kind to its heroes. It drove Lindbergh from the country of his birth, and has spoiled the lives of many others.
Our sincerest hope for Hughes is that he will be left alone when he wishes.
What sub-type of article is it?
Aviation Achievement
American Heroes
What keywords are associated?
Howard Hughes
Globe Girdling Flight
Modesty
American Engineers
Public Heroes
Lindbergh
What entities or persons were involved?
Howard Hughes
Lindbergh
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Howard Hughes' Modest Response To His Round The World Flight
Stance / Tone
Admiring And Cautionary
Key Figures
Howard Hughes
Lindbergh
Key Arguments
Credit Belongs To American Engineers And Designers For The Flight's Success
Hughes And Crew Merely Operated The Equipment As Instructed
Modesty In Achievement Justifies Belief In Heroes
American Public Is Unkind To Its Heroes, Driving Some Away