Odd Sleep and Snow Facts From Unusual Almanac
The text notes that somnambulists typically do not walk with arms extended in sleep, mentions snow’s absorbent quality at very low temperatures drying clothes, and observes the pupil's rhythmic expansion and contraction with the heartbeat.
Household Tips on Cooking and Cleaning Shortcuts
Practical guidance on rinsing raisins to keep them plump and evenly distributed in baked goods. Tips include dusting raisins with dry ingredients, cleaning light bulbs to maximize brightness, drying bulbs thoroughly, using glycerin in glove rinses, adding water instead of milk for fluffy scrambled eggs, and using pasta water as a starch substitute.
Indian Skull Deformation Studied at Smithsonian
A Smithsonian study describes the ancient Mexican and southwestern US practice of shaping infant skulls by pressure. The top of the head was fattened creating sometimes three horned projections on the sides and front. One case from the Island of Sacrifices near Vera Cruz is noted.
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Mexico
United States
Smithsonian Institution
Sacrifices
Vera Cruz
Regina Nagging Wife Destroys Ned's Confidence Over 15 Years
Kathleen Norris argues Regina's constant nagging, though gentle, erodes Ned's initiative and self-reliance. Regina guides every detail from stories to tickets, leaving Ned a timid, obedient shadow rather than a confident partner.
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Regina
Ned
Nagging Wives Hinder Husbands According to Miss Norris
A misgiving about nagging wives is discussed with Miss Norris defining nagging as constant prodding and reminders. The piece argues persistent nagging saps initiative, leaves men listless and unable to advance in life or business, while urging wives to uplift and encourage rather than nag.
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Darling Ned
Ned
Regina
Marie Louise
Connie
Mother
Miss Norris
Stanford scientists measure liquid surface thinness
Stanford researchers funded by the Navy report the liquid surface is about 1000 atoms thick or one millionth of an inch. Dr. Paul Brady, project director, says the finding could aid lubrication technology and practical applications.
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Palo Alto
Calif
Stanford University
Paul Brady
Navy
Restaurant Owner's Life Is Hard
Austin based former operator and Texas Restaurant Owners' association consultant George L. Wenzel warns new restaurants face abuse from patrons. He cites theft of silverware and furniture carving as major issues, with smokers damaging linen, tablecloth artists, and patrons who demand endless changes and freebies.
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Austin
Tex
George L. Wenzel
Texas Restaurant Owners’ Association
Wenzel
Daytonists Solve Green Rain Mystery
The Dayton mystery of green rainfall is solved as fluorescein from a junk heap dumped by Robert Gradsky colored porches and umbrellas. The powder, used on life rafts to attract rescuers, allegedly blew onto trees then washed off.
Newspaper Publishing Costs Rise High As 50 Percent
New York reports American newspapers pay about 60 percent more to publish than in 1945 while ad revenue climbs. National ads brought 369 million dollars and local ads 721 million in 1947. Costs for newsprint ink composing and presses rose sharply, leading about 500 papers to raise circulation rates to 5 cents.
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New York
Bureau of Advertising
The
American Newspaper Publishers Association
Antarctic Whalers Denounce Jap Expeditions For Unfair Practices
Antarctic whalers accuse two Japanese expeditions of unfair practices near the Norwegian vessel Thorshammer in Cape Town. With 16 000 blue whale units already caught under international limits, the fleet heads home as total oil output nears 2.5 million barrels valued around 120 million dollars, while whalemeat shipments rise and Britain receives nearly 4 000 tons.
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Capetown
South Africa
Douglas MacArthur
Pacific
Thorshammer
Britain
Clever Princess Style Dress Dainty Summer Outfit for Tots
Pattern No 1760 offers sizes 12 through 20 with 334 yards of 39 inch fabric for size 14. Spring and Summer FASHION provides sewing information for home dressmakers with special features tips and a free pattern printed inside. An adorable cool summer outfit with wing sleeves and scalloped lace trim. slip and panties available with all frocks. Pattern No 1675 covers sizes 1 3 4 5 and 6 years with yardage details for dress slip and pantie components.
Vegetable Garden Spacing Guidelines for Small Plots
Small garden beds should be hand-weeded with rows kept close. Turnips beets carrots radishes onions lettuce and mustard fit 12 inch rows. Other crops vary by size and growth habit and require space for growth and harvesting.
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