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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1945
Page
3
A satirical column riffs on gas rationing under Ickes and Truman, recalling open stations and two pumps per block. It mocks wartime shortages while noting the gradual return to full tanks, then shifts to light verse and personal notices about domestic matters and separations.
A historical note from H. N. Morse urging action to curb German influence and remove white pennies from circulation, reflecting wartime sentiment and calls for economic measures. The fragment hints at national unity and resolve amid conflict.
The sale of sulfa drugs is halted except by prescription after people sought them for diverse problems from dandruff to a broken rib and even gas pains. A druggist reports two customers asked for sulfa to alleviate pains caused by sulfa itself. The piece ends with a simile likening public confusion to a Supreme Court member amid the laws.
Jimmy questions Johnny about his party experience and Johnny confirms he had a good time. The exchange ends with Jimmy asking why Johnny does not seem sick from the event.
A playful exchange shows a boy saying everyone but him was naughty and denied wild mushrooms his father brought home. The doctor is summoned to the house to see who is sick and why.
A playful exchange between Lottie and Dottie centers on Mrs. Smith stashing her money under the pillow. The brief vignette hints at financial caution and retirement fantasies in a neighborhood slice-of-life scene.
Customer asks price of beef and learns the shop’s best cut costs 65 cents now, up from 55 cents yesterday. The butcher confirms it was raised today.
Visiting friend Myron remarks on a nurse while Byron notes interest. Myron teases about Byron’s illness, first noting the nurse is swell, then reveals Byron’s illness is more serious than he realized. The exchange carries light humor amid a hospital visit.
The teacher notes John has four apples Harry six and Tom nine making nineteen apples together. The pupil jokes about onions and asks for different fruit. The teacher hints at the difference while the pupil asserts knowledge of onions.
A woman tells a suitor she cannot marry him because she seeks a husband who is upright and square. He counters that she wants a piano, illustrating a humorous clash of expectations.
City Boy asks what to call the beautiful leaves Country Girl fears poison ivy. He reassures he won’t eat them as she recoils at the warning in a dated humor exchange.
Veteran muses about earning a living by wits in the postwar era while his girlfriend half-jokingly notes that half a living is better than none. The dialogue hints at uncertainty yet resilient humor after conflict.
The veteran Paul Derringer, born in Springfield Kentucky, 37 years old, 6 feet 3 inches tall and 215 pounds, began his 18th pro season with four straight wins for the Cubs. Analysts like Bill Dickey praise his speed curve and control, predicting 22 to 25 wins as he competes with Mort Cooper and Bucky Walters for NL honors. Derringer’s career arc includes strong 1931 and 1938 1940 years and a rebound potential in spring pennant speed with Charlie Grimm’s Cubs.
Veteran writers and former players discuss the best AL player with George Stirnweiss of the Yankees winning unanimous praise. McCarthy recalls Stirnweiss as a versatile infielder with star potential, speed, and smart base running. Other mentions include Boudreau and Stephens as close contenders.
Giant scout Carl Hubbell asserts speed is the essential trait for pitchers. He notes a fast arm matters most and, with speed, a curve and control can be taught later. He warns slow pitchers have little chance to succeed.
Pattern notices describe two button front junior summer dresses for sizes 11 through 18 and 14 through 44. They suggest gay floral prints or checks with ric rac trim and list yardage needs for size 12 and size 16 with short sleeves. Orders are requested to be sent with size details.
Household sponges stay fresh by soaking in salt water after washing. Powdered graphite can replace oil to prevent door hinges from squeaking. Avoid washing china with soda water and patterns in gold.
Use cotton thread to mend leather gloves. Silk thread will cut the leather and pull out again.
To remove the odor of fish from dishes, wash them in a strong hot solution of salt in water, without the addition of soap.
If an electric cord gets damp place it on a flat surface and wait several days for it to dry. A dress form helps locate and check the direction of hem and seam lines though it does not solve all fitting issues.
If your water bucket springs a leak do not discard it. Paint it to match your kitchen and use it as a waste paper can. Add decorative motifs or remove the handle to suit your preference and keep using the bucket.
If you treat your new baking tins kindly they will repay you. Before you use them for the first time rub them all over with lard and bake in a warm oven for thirty minutes. For enamel pie dishes fill with boiling soda water, then cool and wash in hot, soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
The volcanic Mount Suribachi on Iwo Jima was nicknamed Mount Plasma after heavy plasma use on its slopes. The landmark gained a new name when Marines raised Old Glory atop it.
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