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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1946
Page
3
The article notes that millions of Steller's sea cows, a 25-foot aquatic mammal, were killed off near the Asiatic coast of the Bering Sea after Bering's discovery. Trading and sealing ships followed, rapidly wiping out the species and causing extinction within 27 years.
Washington lawmakers relive a heated session over a deficiency funding amendment that would block REA loan financing for new generating plants unless the FCC finds ample local current and fair rates. Senators Magnuson Reed and Cordon decry private power lobbying while the House debates veteran home subsidies amid war economy pressures.
The piece notes lobbying by ax grinders and partisan coalitions defeating the Housing Stabilization bill, aimed at aiding veterans with housing subsidies. It contrasts farmer aid efforts with veteran aid, saying progress stalled by special interests while a coalition halted the act in the House and now the bill awaits Senate action.
A woman asks her husband for ten dollars to aid her financially distressed self. He agrees after her earnest plea. She explains she is the one who is crippled, humorously stating her finances are the real burden.
Grocer Bill vows to be more careful about lending things after a neighbor borrowed a sack of grass seed last May and returned a month later with his lawn mower. He notes the incident will influence his lending habits going forward.
A barber pleads for silence while shaving a customer, fearing nerves may cause an accidental cut. The anxious note asks others to stop telling ghost stories during the client’s chair time.
In a Sunday school exchange two girls debate belief. One denies the devil while the other asserts it is akin to Santa Claus, and then humorously claims Santa is their father. The remark reflects a child’s blunt take on hidden truths.
A brief exchange notes no score yet as the game has not started. The players or teams are not identified and no event details are provided.
A veteran recalls the emotional and physical toll of joining the navy, noting the sacrifices endured and the struggle to keep food down during service. The exchange highlights personal resilience and the costs of military life.
A landlord recalls a professor who formerly occupied the room and allegedly invented an explosive. A new roomer questions if ceiling spots indicate the device, but the landlord clarifies they are not the explosive.
An admiral boasts of a large artillery piece as curiosity rises about its caliber. The reply dismisses specifics, calling it a "big bore" without identifying the exact firearm or gauge.
Lou Boudreau, age 29, manager of the Cleveland Indians, describes a young, hustling club backed by four top starters Bob Feller Allie Reynolds Steve Gromek and Charley Embree. He says the team can contend for third and maybe fourth, relying on pitching and youth as the core plus Lou Boudreau and Ray Mack at short and second. He notes the top three AL teams likely stay ahead, but stresses strong pitching could shape the race.
Bob Feller explains his improved pitching mix after military service notes. He says his curve has remained steady while he now uses more curves to save his arm and mentions learning a slider that may help. He eyes 1946 prospects, recognizing risks of throwing hard year after year.
Manager Joe McCarthy praises the 1946 Yankees for their infield skill and power calling Rizzuto Gordon and Stirnweiss an acrobatic, high color infield. He predicts exciting plays even if pennant chances are uncertain and highlights infield execution over pitching.
Appliqued play clothes for tots feature Love Birds motifs on towels and a rabbit sunsuit ready for Easter. Patterns include Pattern No. 5534 for a pinafore and a rabbit trim sunsuit, with 2 3 4 year sizes and 20 cents. Love Bird designs Pattern No. 5459 offer transfers and a color chart for tea towels and pillows.
Practical tips for home maintenance and repair. Reuse old broom handles as curtain rods or towel racks and align tiebacks with shades. Repair mends with rocket hook stitches to resemble knitted fabric. Create closet inventories on cardboard. Make baked apples topping with whipped cream and honey or maple syrup. Treat scorched linens quickly and rub raw onion for fresh surface. Lubricate glue openings with lard to reseal easily. Turn off fuel before handling utensils and avoid leaving burners on for later use.
Dip dusty wax flowers in warm water with a little baking soda occasionally to keep them clean and fresh.
A brief baking note describes filling muffin cups two thirds full and baking at 400 F for about twenty minutes. The recipe yields 15 light, luscious muffins with a simple, practical instruction tone.
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