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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1925
Page
6
A public appeal argues that farmers deserve government aided co operative marketing laws to stabilize agriculture postwar. The speaker urges bipartisan action, noting past tariffs and rail aid, and warns Congress to pass a fair law promptly without political games.
An analysis argues that unlimited debate in the U S Senate since its early days prevents the body from acting as a deliberative majority rule. It contends that current rules grant individual senators and minorities power to obstruct, serving sectional and selfish interests and thwarting majority action.
Public health guidance warns that the next five months bring pneumonia risk in the United States. Citizens are urged to avoid crowds, ventilate spaces, breathe fresh air, keep sleeping and working areas well open, and maintain a daytime temperature around 68 to 50 degrees at night. Stay dry, warm, and away from coughing individuals to minimize infection.
The speaker argues Asia, not Africa, will prove to be the origin of humanity. He cites signs across the Gobi desert and plans an April expedition to Mongolian sites, asserting Pliocene conditions favored early human emergence 500000 to 1000000 years ago.
The American delegation head declares South America open to U S products. He predicts the next decade will prove if trade will grow, cites a merchant marine as key, and calls for fast mail, prompt shipments, and guaranteed merchandise to win South American markets.
Hl H Allen of the bureau of standards explains that stopping distance depends on braking deceleration, weight, and brake type. He outlines three trial questions about stopping distance, speed at stop, and brake condition, noting two and four wheel brakes transfer weight differently and affect effectiveness.
Motor car drivers dread skidding and the article explains that careful preparation and proper braking reduce danger. It stresses equal brake pressure, proper chain fit in slippery weather, keeping wheels turning to regain foothold, and turning front wheels in the same direction as the skid as a last resort.
A compact towing setup described by G A Luers shows a simple rig using heavy channel iron bolted to a truck floor and a 4 by 4 crossbar with holes for hooks. Hooks mounted on the crossbar lift the disabled car by a jackscrew, allowing towing from front or rear.
Scientist Jean Labadie tests a Parisian woman claimed to have paroptic vision reading calendar dates and a three of diamonds through bandaged eyes. He finds repeated correct identifications and suggests skin sensitivity to light sends images to the brain.
A housewife explains how switching from bowls to handled utensils eased cooking. She uses aluminum saucepans and pitchers to mix and pour batter and pours drippings from handled cups, noting handling reduces effort and keeps hands clean. She urges every kitchen utensil to have a handle for ease and comfort.
Motor Life emphasizes carrying spare lamp bulbs as essential as spare tires. To avoid being stranded with poor light, keep an extra headlight and tail light bulb, with dash and sidelight as secondary. Replacing bulbs requires refocusing due to minor manufacturing variances in stem, leading wires, and base.
An amateur test checks ignition coil health by holding a spark plug wire away from the engine with the switch on and crank turning. A good coil sparks from at least three quarters of an inch, and one that sparks at three eights of an inch can still be usable. If no spark from a quarter inch outside the cylinder, do not use, especially in winter when ignition is harder.
Report to the secretary of state via American consul in Montevideo notes shift from Latin to English in Uruguay. English is now required for all secondary students with German chiefly avoided and private study rising, though competent teachers remain scarce.
The Associated Press reports from Auburn California that ferrous sulfate transfusions are being used on sick trees. Dr C B Lipman of the University of California describes a process where a hole is bored in the trunk, a glass tube inserted, and a bottle reservoir at the tree top feeds the solution into the tree to combat aphids and blight.
Capper's Weekly notes a rare event as five millionaires were discharged from the Atlanta penitentiary in a single day. The piece contrasts this with Lincoln era figures, saying the wealth gap and distribution of incarceration have shifted over time.
Four hundred Tokyo electric bureau officials in disguise tested free rides on streetcars. The experiment showed only five of the 400 were caught by conductors, while reports of many free rides had previously been dismissed.
A young housewife’s mother reframes constant interruptions as useful moments. She urges viewing each ring or knock as chances to help others, engage in civic work, or enjoy life, likening interruptions to stage entrances. The woman accepts the view, ending with a kiss.
Laurence Shirley fourth Earl Ferrers was the last British nobleman executed for a felon’s death. He murdered his land steward in January 1760 and was hanged at Tyburn on May 5 1760.
Ned argues a radio set is a wise expenditure and a sound investment, while Ed challenges the claim in a brief Radio News exchange.
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