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Newspaper
Clearfield Weekly Progress
Location
Clearfield, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1915
Page
4
A cheerful note from Clearfield outlines renewed optimism for brick manufacturers after prolonged idle periods caused by war disruptions. The piece ties local prosperity to postwar revival, noting markets had collapsed but now show potential as industries shift from rails to shrapnel and weapons production, a sober but hopeful forecast for Central Pennsylvania.
Psychologists say debt breeds moral cowardice as people avoid those they owe. A Garfield merchants meeting seeks to curb deadbeats by forming a credit organization, a local homegrown system to protect merchants and the community from nonpayment.
The report notes steady progress in annual metrics across states, with emphasis on public welfare and rural communities. It references multiple towns and regions, including Harrisburg and Pittsburgh, as centers of activity and observances.
Washington June 15 National Geographic Society presents a graphic study of Lake Garda in the Austro Italian war zone. It notes Garda's size 189 square miles, depth near 2000 feet, northern Alpine walls, southern lemon groves, and historic towns like Garda Gardone Riviera and Sirmione with Roman ruins.
The United States Public Health Service highlights dramatic drops in Fourth of July tetanus deaths from 417 in 1903 to 130 in 1909 and only four last season. It stresses blank cartridge wounds as the main danger, urges prompt medical attention, wound cleaning, possible general anesthesia, and antitoxins as crucial preventive measures.
A medical note discusses the so called second summer for infants. It argues early mortality is highest in the first year, peaking in the first three months, and advises continued breastfeeding through summer with careful feeding. It details gradual introduction of cow’s milk, juices, and broths at specific ages, and stresses regular meals, proper food quantities, and keeping the baby cool.
The 1915 Curwenaville high school commencement at the Academy of Music featured an extensive program with overture salutatory class history and diplomas. Speakers included Rev J M Laniz and Rev I P Hawkins. music by Morrison, Laurendeau, Pense d amour, and intermezzo. The class song urged loyalty and service as graduates depart with red and white colors and a class pennant.
A lively scene unfolds in Philadelphia as dancing in a public square attracts large crowds. Residents, visitors, and street performers join in a communal display showcasing local culture and urban life.
The text advises simple foods for infant feeding with precise portions and schedules. It warns against using family meals, noting danger to the baby's digestion and taste if fed inappropriate non infant foods. It emphasizes gradual, plain nourishment and consistent feeding times to support growth.
Cleveland officials consider the curious inscription on the Mathias Wirtz estate. The probate court administrator contemplates the line All hens are of age and there is no widow as part of the probate records.
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