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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1939
Page
4
Construction of power lines is underway and homeowners should hire a competent electrician to price wiring and plan layouts. Draw floor plans, place switches and outlets thoughtfully, and avoid undersized wiring while planning for future devices. Ensure ample dining and kitchen outlets and double bedroom outlets for flexibility.
Regular checks of roofs chimneys yards and storage areas prevent fires. Keep inflammables in metal containers and avoid oily rags. Maintain heating systems oil burners gas appliances with thermostats and keep work rooms neat. Start today and hire an expert for a full heating inspection.
The piece argues unemployment fuels juvenile delinquency and urges constructive programs. It cites Roosevelt and Dr. Perle Thompson quotes while advocating summer schools and Scout camps to keep youths off streets and reduce crime among teenagers.
The week of June 11 to 18 is designated Keep America Out of War Week with sponsors the National Committee and supporters. The Fort Worth Press urges passage of a loan shark bill, urging Coke Stevenson and Emmett Morse to advance any bill to curb usury and protect the public, while noting the Legion’s peace stance and the Monroe Doctrine.
Farm fire losses remain a major issue in Texas with nearly two million dollars in annual property losses. Marvin Hall urges farmers to prevent spontaneous combustion in barns and grainaries by drying hay thoroughly, using salt to reduce moisture, and elevating baled hay to improve air circulation.
State Health Department officials urge simple artificial respiration to save drowning victims. They warn against misuse of outdated lung motors and advocate the prone pressure method, detailing step by step action to start immediately and continue for hours if needed.
The instructions describe backward swinging while counting to relieve chest pressure, breathing rhythm at twelve to fifteen per minute, rest in position for two counts, and continuing until natural breathing returns. If help is available, call a physician, loosen tight clothing, keep the patient warm, and avoid moving the person until breathing is normal.
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