Vaccine Sparks Hope In Fight Against Polio In Philadelphia
Dr Joby A Kolmer immunologist at Temple University announces what he calls the world’s first successful infantile paralysis vaccine tried on his own family and a lab assistant. The vaccine aims to prevent poliomyelitis, not cure it, and is made from monkey spinal cords treated with castor bean derivative. Kolmer plans to vaccinate his two sons as soon as possible and reveals no full treatment details.
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Philadelphia
Joby A. Kolmer
Telple University
Pees Ae
Peuimenia
Ae BI
Kolmer
Bolmer
Anna M. Rute
Rule
Cynwood
Lonaconing
Many Worlds Revealed Beyond Known Universe
Dr E F Carpenter of Steward Observatory at the University of Arizona reports discovering "is lana universes" in Hercules that extend the cosmos beyond current limits. He estimates 250 groups of "little worlds" form a super galaxy about one and a half million light years across, with some islands 40,000 light years in diameter.
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Incson
Ariz
Islana
Hercules
E. F. Carpenter
Steward Observatory
University of Arizona
Doctor Carpenter
Earth
Unicie Vere
Doctor Enter
Charivari Prompts Posse After Killers Near Ida Ohio
In Ida Ohio practical jokers staged a charivari for Lima newlyweds prompting a patrol by special deputies armed with pistols and a machine gun along the highway south of town. Gunmen reportedly opened fire during the celebration and a man was seen being hauled away as deputies rushed to detain them. Sheriff Wilbur Mitchell of Kenton issued a warning after the incident.
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Ida
Ohio
Harding
Here
Gorae Lima Newlyweds
Lima
Sheri
Wilbur Mitchell
Kenton
Race Track Exchange Sparks Light Conversation
A provocative dialogue shows a young professor and Miss Cayenne debating horses and human races. The exchange contrasts academic inquiry with casual sport as a respite from complex world politics and ethnology.
Party Tale From Answers Magazine
An awkward domestic anecdote recalls Mire Ames feeling ashamed after hosting a gathering. Mrs Grey notes thirteen at the table while a friend sniffs in disdain. A response clarifies the issue as having only twelve of everything in the house.
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Ames
Mrs. Grey
Answers Magazine
Dwarfed Wedding Banter Sparks Snickered Deduction
In a playful exchange, two midget characters discuss an upcoming marriage. One remarks that the bride calls her fiancé the apple of her eye, while the other quips about a “dwarf pair.” The dialogue reflects humorous wordplay on size and union within the scene.
Yenander James Interrogation About Speech
Yenader asks James if he whispered while out of room. James responds only once. Teacher Helen instructs James to say "twiet" instead of "wunst."
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Yenader
James
Helen
Sailor Ignores Signs Like No Smoking and Nemo Corsets
A sailor scoffs at posted notices saying No Smoking and Wear Nemo Corsets. He ignores the warnings, calling the signs silly and unworthy of attention.
Higsby Family Mystery Baffles Neighbors
In a candid chat Mabel asks about Tom Higsby while Arthur reveals he is his cousin and seeks news on his wellbeing. The dialogue hints at concern beyond family ties, suggesting local curiosity about Tom Higsby’s condition.
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Mabel
Tom Higsby
Arthur
Higsby
Time Will Tell Doctor’s Post Mortem Joke
A sick man asks why doctors differ in diagnosis. The doctor answers cheerfully that the post mortem will reveal which is correct.
Customer Seeks Suit On Same Terms After Bill Dispute
A customer claims a three year outstanding suit bill owed by their son and asks to obtain a suit under the same terms while the other party pushes for payment. The exchange centers on unsettled billing and a request for similar purchasing conditions.
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Tallor
Youth and Business Judgment Clash in Conversation
The Youth asserts firm influence claiming hard headed businessmen depend on his judgment. The Lady remains unimpressed sensing mockery or skepticism about the claim.
Credited With a Put-Out Blinks I hear our heavy hitter struck the umpire
The exchange notes a controversial play where the batter was ruled out on strikes, prompting a heated response. Jinks confirms a misplay credited as an error, highlighting a disputed call and its impact on the game.
Diplomat Remark Cited In Private Exchange
A private exchange features a remark that one participant could have been a great diplomat, prompted by a dispute over wording and perception in diplomatic dealings. The comment underscores tensions while avoiding direct condemnation.
Bank Robbery Tease in Office Quip
Banker jokes about missing money as boss and office boy discuss returning two dollars and erasing the debts in a lighthearted exchange. The brief line hints at a petty theft setup without real action or outcome.
Silo Construction and Silage Use for Winter Feed
Dry weather and bugs threaten hay and forage, pushing silage as a partial remedy. Corn or sorghum based silage, sunflowers and soybeans offer substitutes, with 100 ton silos feeding about 25 cows through winter and leftovers for summer. Key points cover strong leak free silos with ample capacity, fire and storm protection, and economical design amid ongoing farm hardships.
Back to Grass Boosts U S Forage Crops Across Acres
USDA crop specialists explain that back to grass includes grasses and legumes in semi permanent pastures, hay land, or crop rotations. It emphasizes pasture improvement, better soils, and higher profit for livestock farmers than grain on similar soil.
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United States
Department of Agriculture
Middle West
Grass Halts Soil Erosion and Improves Land Fertility
Managed grazing reduces soil loss and helps restore soil fertility. Corn on slopes in Missouri and North Carolina loses 15 to 17 tons of salt per acre annually, while bluegrass or lespedeza losses are 0.8 to 0.9 ton. Tests show similar benefits of native grass sod versus tilled kaffir and cotton versus grassland in southern states. Decaying grass roots keep soil porous and moisture-absorbent.
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Missouri
North Carolina
Kansas
Stomach Worm Control in Lambs At NC State College
Experiments at the North Carolina state college experiment station show drenching for stomach worm control in lambs is essential, especially on permanent pasture. Apply to all lambs now and continue until early November. Changing pastures frequently with selective drenching yields excellent results.
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North Carolina State College Experiment Station
Peat Storage and Bedding Trends Across Nations
The report notes peat storage along windrows for livestock bedding replacing straw. It also cites 1000 acres of buckwheat in Missouri during 1938. Meanwhile farmers in South Africa face mounting debt payments and Russia employs over 1000 scientists on crop improvement research.
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Russia
Local Notes from Central Lake Area Holiday Week
Mrs Arthur Fleming stayed with her parents at Central Lake for Christmas. Reva Derby returns from Standish for holidays to her parents Mr and Mrs C A Derby. Odd Fellows and Rebekahs installation planned Friday January 4 at IUUF hall. Mildred Stirling visits from Scottville for school break with her parents. Kings Daughters meet January 3 with Mrs Leon Casner on Court Street. lunch served. Rex Carrier visits his mother and his in laws over Christmas. J W Noffsinger spends holiday from junior college with relatives in Traverse City. Rev C Binhammer announces New Year services at St Johns Lutheran at 10 45 in English. Lucille Coulter visiting parents during Beauty Culture course in Milwaukee. Clare County Board of Supervisors in session at Harrison. county bonds on agenda. Louis Nickles of Flint and Leslie Osborn of Chicago visit Osborns. Winter arrives Saturday December 22 at 7:50 am. grounds snowed for skiers. Mrs C W Perry improving after months of illness. daughter Minnie Tasker notes improvement.
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Kings Daughters
Leon Casner
Court Street
Rex Carrier
M. Carrier
Ed. Barber
J. W. Noffsinger
Unior College
Traverse City
C. Binhammer
St. Johns Lutheran
Lucille Coulter
Milwaukee
Wis
John Coulter
Clare
Clare County Board of Supervisors
Harrison
Louis Nickles
Flint
Leslie Osborn
Chicago
Notice to Farmers to Ship Livestock by 2 PM Jan 1 and 15
The Produce Co calls ten farmers to deliver livestock by two oclock in the afternoon on January 1 and January 15. Farmers must meet the shipment deadlines and coordinate with the company for unloading and payment.
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Farmeré Id. Produce Co
Michigan highway program advances 1934 progress and savings
The report highlights to the Legislature a year of highway gains including four projects totaling about a half million dollars toward a Clare to Frankfort link, a weight tax cut saving motorists about 5.1 million annually, and a 21 percent drop in trunk line maintenance costs. It notes Federal programs under the NRA and CWA creating thousands of jobs, extensive inland and lakeshore linking works, and new road construction specs improving material standards with slag and bituminous aggregates.
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Clare
Frankfort
Michigan
State Administrative Board
Lake Huron
Lake Superior
Lake Michigan
Lake Erie
Lake St. Clair
van Waginer
Flickers Feed Chicks Ants After Insect Diet
Flickers, native to North America, rely mostly on grasshoppers and ants. The mother birds regurgitate hundreds of ants to feed the fledglings, highlighting the flicker’s insect-based diet and behavior.
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North America
Community church services and local meetings listed
Coming events mention Dover Gospel Tabernacle Sunday services at 11 30 AM and Brick Schoolhouse Clare Zenobia chapter O E S meets monthly. American Legion holds meetings on the first and third Mondays each month.
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Dover Gospel
Zenobia
The
American Legion
Card of Thanks for Mrs Eli Geroux
The children thank neighbors for kindness during their mother Mrs Eli Geroux's last illness. They acknowledge Rev Dave and N A Erden and all who sent floral tributes.
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Eli Geroux
Dave
N. A. Erden
Qare Shipping Association Announces Shipping Dates
The next shipping dates for the Qare Shipping Association are set for Tuesday January Sth and January 22nd. Contact R. Brooks Walter White, Shippers, at 206F22 for details.
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Qare Shipping Association
R. Brooks Walter White
Shippers
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Well
Mummie
South Africa
Consumers Power Co
Citizens State Bank
the Peoples Bank
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Arthur Fleming
Mrs. Bower
Central Lake
Reva Derby
Standish
Mrs. C. A. Derby
I. U. U. F.hall
Odd Fellows and Rebekahs
Mildrad Stirling
Scottville
Chas. Stirling
Sen
Upper Peninsula
Jim
West Fourth Street
Clare, Michigan
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