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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1939
Page
2
Farm Topics argues America would be unable to meet wartime demand due to shortages and productivity limits. The piece discusses agricultural pressures, resource allocation, and potential policy responses impacting farmers, cooperatives, and supply chains during the crisis.
A fragmented early 20th century report warns that further warfare in Europe could leave America unable to sustain cavalry and transport horses on par with World War I. The Foundation for Animal Welfare notes a declining horse population, with foal numbers down year by year, signaling a shrinking pool for military use.
The Garand self loading rifle, praised as a dramatic leap in light arms, was perfected by John C. Garand from a Coney Island shooting gallery start. Born near Montreal, he built the weapon at Springfield Armory, boosting U S army firepower and remaining a gunsmith at 52.
Advertises practical sewing patterns from 1860 featuring a basque frock with two neckline options and a matching slip. Details sizes 14 to 42, yardage for various fabrics, and pattern numbers 1850s and 8568. Order info given for The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept., Chicago, price 15 cents each.
Readers asked for more spool ideas after spool shelves in Sewing Book No 3. Instructions describe making a bonnet spool dog toy with dressed head, wire whiskers, and tail twists. Also notes No. 41 and 10 cent editions for Sewing Books No 1 2 3 and free quilt block patterns with orders.
An analysis piece argues that emotion often trumps logic in decision making, noting how individuals act in their own welfare even when detached. The discussion highlights cognitive biases and contrasts affective drivers with rational choice in daily behavior.
A prominent business man receives a sequence of newspaper clippings linked to his racing stable debutante daughter and financial reports. Each bundle includes a simple card Compliments of Jonesby, culminating in a climactic visit to the president’s office by a man seeking a personal discussion about the case.
Small crochet pattern 6504 offers a woolly cap scarf and mittens set in sizes 4 6 and 8 years with materials diagrams and stitches. Send 15 cents to The Sewing Circle Household Arts Dept 259 W 14th St New York NY for pattern details.
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