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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1940
Page
8
A note explains that in railroad disasters the President awards the Medal of Honor for lifesaving acts. It also states the Bible Society in London holds 19 000 editions including Braille copies in 41 languages.
The advertisement claims Camel cigarettes deliver slower burning with less heat and drying irritation. It emphasizes extra mildness and coolness, preserving full flavor from a blend of tobaccos while implying more value per pack.
Senator Guffey scored a decisive renomination victory while defeating Walter Jones and delivering a rebuke to John L. Lewis. The victory stemmed from support for a Roosevelt third term and a tense clash with Lewis over primary strategy. Dr. Luther Harr led Guffey’s campaign. Also noted are Scandinavian affairs overseen by Hugh Cumming Jr. and political quips from Senatorial battles in Nebraska, plus St Paul mayor Fallon touting food stamp ties.
An excerpted dialogue satirizes automotive advertising and dealer honesty under federal guidelines. A wary salesman dodges specifics on horsepower mileage and used car history while a frustrated customer pushes for clear facts. The piece weaves in political chatter and social notes about taxes, spring items, and public notices.
The lesson centers on Habakkuk 1 12 to 2 4 asserting faith beyond doubt. It argues God’s eternal holy plan, though nations rise and fears mount, and urges watchers to wait on God. It links faith to Luther and Paul’s justifying gospel and calls believers to live by faith in Christ.
A devotional snippet quotes Psalm 107:21 22 urging praise for the Lord's goodness and wonderful works among the children of men. The passage calls for sacrifices of thanksgiving and declares His works with rejoicing.
Practical household hints cover frosting texture with vinegar and flavoring, preventing stockings from laddering with vinegar in wash water, and making floury potatoes with a pinch of sugar. Cleaning bed springs needs a long bottle brush. store soap unwrapped for scented linen drawers. Mildew prevention advised by drying and avoiding damp areas.
An international treaty states that Red Cross unit members captured by belligerents must not be treated as prisoners of war but returned to their country as soon as feasible. While detained they care for the sick and wounded behind enemy lines and receive the same pay, treatment, and quarters as at home.
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