Rip Van Jones Surprises Boss With Morning Mix Up
Jones wakes late after blackout in his bedroom and rushes to work at 9 a.m. He apologizes for a half hour delay, but his boss asks about Monday and Tuesday, prompting a puzzled moment.
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Newspaper
Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1940
Page
2
Jones wakes late after blackout in his bedroom and rushes to work at 9 a.m. He apologizes for a half hour delay, but his boss asks about Monday and Tuesday, prompting a puzzled moment.
Mary and May debate health and onions as two men make their first ocean crossing. Smith adjusts to sea life while Brown struggles. Smith bursts in to show a wonderful sailing ship, but Brown dismisses it and asks to be called when a tree appears.
Washington column notes defense program spending boosting industry and farm incomes. September 1939 to 1940 figures show rising dairy pay, with milk eggs and cheese in demand first. Experts predict price rises for US consumer oriented farm goods, especially fruits vegetables and livestock.
Analysts see improved domestic demand for farm products in 1941 with higher prices and larger cash income from marketing. Caution notes rising costs may trim gains and a bigger share of exports could decline as war effects shift demand.
Baukhage says the national defense program will bring prosperity and rising farm prices while costs for farmers climb. He notes the first draftees will be inducted with no fear for health or safety despite grave national responsibilities.
Powdered borax added to wash water helps keep fine white flannels soft. Iron two muslin curtains together to keep them even when laundering. A pinch of baking soda in boiling milk prevents curdling. Cottage cheese moistened with orange juice makes a peach or pear salad filling. Hang small used items on inside cabinet screw-eyes for easy reach.
The ad urges shoppers to choose genuine Bayer Aspirin at the first cold signs and follow pictured directions for fast relief. It touts rapid action and urges asking for the full Bayer Aspirin name to ensure a fast acting product.
A Horace line contrasts two incorrect routes both leading astray in different directions, highlighting misdirection and choice. The aphorism uses concise moral nuance to critique decision making and guidance.
A promotional note touts Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna with Syrup Pepsin as a palatable herb laxative. It claims it wakes up nerves and muscles in the intestines to relieve constipation and notes even finicky children will like the taste.
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