A Likely Yarn From Our Outfit
A veteran notes one fellow in our unit who was so large his girlfriend took two years to knit him a sweater. The remark lands as a tongue in cheek yarn about size and humor among the troops.
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Browning Leader Record
Location
Browning, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1946
Page
2
Budgeting Beyond Limits in Sam's Quip
A cartoon caption shows Sam explaining his budget as 40 percent for food, 30 for shelter, 30 for clothing, and 20 for amusement. The joke notes the total exceeds 100 percent, with Sam concluding in exasperation that he knows it.
New Dog Attracts Easygoing Appetite
Harry asks Tommy for a dog and learns the pet will eat almost anything. The exchange suggests a humorous, casual tone about a new household addition.
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Harry
Tommy
Sharpshooter dialogue with vase incident hints at conflict
A sharp witted exchange frames a domestic altercation where a vase was hurled and a punchline reveals the shooter attempted to duck but was warned by his wife.
What Size and Color Shirtwaist: A Humorous Shopper
A well dressed man asks for a shirtwaist for his wife. The salesgirl requests size and color, but he replies that any choice will require a return tomorrow to exchange it, highlighting his plan to avoid commitment with a joke.
Toothache Keeps Awake Man Night Watchman Suggestion
A quarrel over a painful tooth keeps a man awake at night and a friend suggests he take a night watchman job to sleep later. The exchange highlights frustration and possible aim to find rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar
Michael
Religion as moral lifeblood in youth and society
The article argues religion provides a moral code guiding youth and parents, noting that without faith, young people lack clear ethical answers. It praises unseen saints and humble caregivers, asserts faith shapes character, and warns against treating religion as a mere business. It contrasts religious influence with observed failures in leaders.
Pinwheel Favorite With the Crocheter HE Pinwheel Square Pattern
The ad promotes a No 30 cotton crochet pattern for a 12 inch square called Pinwheel Favorite With the Crocheter HE Pinwheel. It notes the square can be joined for larger projects and claims the design enhances any room. Directions and stitches are included and orders should be sent to the provided address.
FORCE OF RELIGION IN AMERICAN LIFE
A column discusses religion's waning influence among the young amid temptations of greed and sin. Miss Norris argues many follow surface temptations but overlook the millions who live by God's Word, finding happiness and safety in faith. It claims faith is the sole force to avert modern self-destruction.
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Miss Norris
Potatoes for Breakfast Suggested by Calorie and Nutrient Content
Fresh garden potatoes offer high vitamin C and B vitamins and can substitute bread calories. Farm families have long served boiled or fried potatoes at breakfast, while urban homes have been slower to adopt the practice. Potato pancakes also make a good breakfast dish.
Genealogies of the Chinese Go Back to Ancient Time
Collier's notes one of the oldest documents, genealogies of the Chinese, kept for centuries. A 1535 publication preserved in the United States covers 81 generations tracing a family origin before 1100 B C.
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Collier’s
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