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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1948
Page
3
A brief item notes a Persian bird motif and decorative transfer techniques for a design. It references a hot iron transfer process and color stitching details intended for a named garment project. Names and numbers appear as design notes for a decorative bird motif.
A canvasser begins a brief encounter, claiming a specialty in dictionaries as he seeks a quick audience with a man who promises to be concise. The exchange centers on whether the prospect has time for a short discussion.
A farmer Chris Thornton is trapped in a well at night on a deserted farm. His ankle is injured and water runs scarce as he recalls a handwriting lesson about seizing the day while anxiously awaiting rescue. His dog watches from above as the stars fade and rain seems unlikely.
In a reflective tale a man trapped in a well recalls old schoolmates and the adage never put off today. A passerby rescues him, prompting a self reflective exchange about timely action and exceptions to rules.
A religious study outlines Nehemiah as cup bearer to Artaxerxes in Shushan, his royal pass to Jerusalem, and his leadership to unite Jews, oppose saboteurs led by Sanballat Tobiah and others, plus lessons on teamwork, faith, and home duties for youths. It cites Nehemiah 1 4 6 and Psalm 122 for guidance.
Charles Roth discusses negativism and stubbornness as adult mental traits. He argues negativistic and contrarian behavior signals underdeveloped thinking, citing Dr. Reynolds on babies and noting intelligent children show less negativism. The piece urges self-examination and vigilance to overcome these traits to become more likable and successful.
The U S Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 1947 saw more than two million workers suffer disabling on the job, with 17,000 killed in accidents. Injuries rose 1 percent from 1946 and deaths 3 percent, driven by higher employment and disasters like the Texas City explosion and Centralia mine disaster. The toll includes 1,800 workers totally disabled and 90,000 with permanent impairment. Increases occurred in construction, mining, public utilities, and trade. agriculture injuries fell.
A simple wood working pattern offers a therapeutic distraction for tired readers. The article describes cutting parts per pattern to assemble a giraffe neck slide without special tools. It notes stock lumber is widely available and invites sending 60 cents for Slida Patterns No 63 to Bass-Bird Pattern Company, Dept. W. Pleasantville NE.
Back Bay woman recalls two nuns in the first car remaining seated with peaceful expressions that reassured passengers and allowed a calm exit from the wrecked train.
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