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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1939
Page
1
Marjorie agrees to return to Chicago to discuss her future with her parents and siblings. Betty pursues Ellery Aiken for a night out, prompting Marjorie to reject nightlife as she worries about integrity and true happiness.
Knopp Home Demonstration club gathered at Mrs Arthur Kramer's home on April 25 at 2 p m. Mrs R A Klett advised gentle washing of blankets with warm soft water mild soap and no rapid water temperature changes to avoid fiber damage. Members present included Mesdames Edward Kramer Eddie Heachter Max Kunz Edward Itz Reinhold Oehler Reinhold Bever Arthur Kramer R A Klett Erwin Durst Adolf Lucas Miss Esther Barsch Louise Kramer Mesdames Louis Dietrich Arthur Dietrich Frederick Oehler and Miss Edna Ochtler were welcome visitors. The group planned to meet May 16 at Mrs R A Klett for their achievement program.
The text argues that fear and doubt drain vitality by parasitically feeding on the mind. By acting as if success is prearranged, you unlock dormant capacities, gain energy, and experience tireless effort. Citing William James and Hans Vaihinger, it urges turning the “As if” premise into a practical, healthy mindset to achieve real results.
Six Texas counties remain under federal and state quarantine for ticks as the statewide restricted area shrinks from 191,885 square miles to 9,604 square miles, reflecting progress in controlling the outbreak and narrowing the quarantine zone.
University of Texas professor Dr. Frederick Duncalf recalls a World War I course War Aims that became propagandistic. He notes mature male students were in training camps and younger students wore uniforms, highlighting how military discipline and propaganda shaped university life, as reported by San Antonio Light.
The Willow City club met at Mrs. E. H. Horlen’s home on May 3 for Rally Day. Mrs. E. G. Horlen reported building a closet for her two daughters at 7 50, providing space, hats, and shoe racks. Prizes went to several members and guests enjoyed refreshments. Visitors included multiple Horsen and Stewart family members. The note references 1938 Farm Show policy awarding county exhibits at the Texas State Fair and forecasts about 100 counties displaying farm exhibits at the 1939 fair.
A debate surrounds a dictionary entry asserting that the mute cannot talk, drawing criticism from linguists and disability advocates who argue language ability varies and is not defined by speech.
Stonewall 4-H girls met May 1 at sponsor Mrs. B H Eckerts home to discuss chair cushions for comfort. Miss Cornelia Faye Stewart led the session with notes on fit materials and laundering options. Members Lucille Klein Leola Rusenberger Clara Weinheimer Delrose Burg Emma Ruebsahm Norma Moldenhauer Joanne Weinheimer Lorine Danz Nelda Klier Margaret Rode Evelyn Weinheimer and sponsor Mrs Eckert attended.
The Cherry Mountain Home Demonstration club met May 6 at Miss Louise Rummler’s home. President Miss Cora Durst chaired. Mrs Ed Moellering gave a council report. A short stunt play by Miss Rummler pleased members and guests. Members brought garments to show to the club and agent C F Stewart as rally day models for June 7.
The Rocky Hill 4-H club met on May 2 at the home of sponsor Irene Bang with demonstration agent Miss Cornelia Faye Stewart. Lottie Stehling and Betty Hartmann were chosen to assist on Rally Day. a chair cushion demonstration was presented. Others listed include Victoria Arlitt Julia Mae Metzger Julia Stehling Lily Mae Arlitt Loreen Oehler Florence Hartmann and F H reporter.
A question about academic honesty arises in a classroom where a student accuses another of gossiping about a nose dripping on papers. The exchange reveals tension and a cautionary tone from the instructor.
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