Use Lightning Power From Thunderbolts, Scientist Says
The American Meteorological Society reported at its annual meeting that one billion kilowatts of electrical energy pour from thunderclouds each year. Dr B F J Schonland described how most energy discharges inside clouds, with only about one tenth reaching the earth, and explained lightning’s speeds and the lead path of negative base discharges guiding the main flash.
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Washington
American Meteorological Society
B. F. J. Schonland
Institute of Electrical Engineers
Johannesburg
South Africa
Schonland
G. C. Simpson
London
Doctor Schonland
H. Collens
Miss Hawkshaw Veronica Flynn Heir to Flynn Detective Agency
Veronica Flynn of New York sits at a dictaphone in her office as she is named heir rector of her late father William J Flynn Detective Agency. She dismisses romance and mystery in detective work as bunk and says common sense is the crucial factor.
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Veronica Flynn
New York
William J. Flynn
Students misidentify grave question at Westfield High
Westfield Massachusetts instructor George G. Sharp posed a trick question to students asking which famous general is buried in Grant's tomb. Answers misfired with Sheridan, Taylor, and other guesses before the correct name emerged late in the session.
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Westfield
Mass
George G. Sharp
Westfield High School
Grant
Sheridan
Taylor
Sharp
The Dignity of Work by Leonard A Barrett
In June many graduates enter their professions but in cities thousands of trained engineers, lawyers, dentists, physicians face poverty and bleak prospects. The piece emphasizes the need to value professional work despite current hardships and stresses the lengthy preparation required.
Embrace of Manual Labor and Trade Careers
The article argues that hard work defines all professions and that true success comes from earnest sacrifice. It cautions against devaluing manual labor and urges youths toward trades and farming to relieve overcrowded professional fields and foster stable, permanent livelihoods.
Java Supplies Quinine to World Markets
Java sources have shipped about one tenth of the global quinine supply. The announcement highlights Java as a major contributor to the world medicinal stock, with potential effects on prices and availability for clinics and traders.
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Java
Frousehole by Lydia Le' Baron Walker
The piece argues that clearing up after cooking or sewing is part of domestic work and should be included in duties or taught to children. It discusses the burden on homemakers, the impact of noise from clocks and radios, and the need to maintain tidiness to preserve work quality and household harmony.
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Frousehole
Lydia le’ Baron Walker
Bell Syndicate
WNU
The Swiss Babouche Shoe For American Sportswoman
The Swiss Babouche, a Delmon shoe, copies Swiss and French peasant footwear for an American sportswoman. Made of white buckskin with black calf, it features a square toe and an exceptionally flexible sole for enhanced foot action.
New Drapery Poles and Mirrors Modernize Interiors
New drapery innovations feature natural wood poles with a wax finish ideal for linen draperies. Mirrored tiebacks and cornices, also new, accompany draperies of silk silk mixtures and velvets, expanding decorative options for home interiors.
Cleaning Silk Lamp Shades With Lukewarm Soapy Water
Silk lamp shades can be washed successfully using lukewarm soap suds. Dissolve soap flakes completely before adding to water and apply suds with a very soft brush to the shade.
Rats Prove Burden Even in Experiment at GWU
Washington reports a clash of science and culture at George Washington University as psychology instructor Ross Pollock imports rats for experiments. The odor from the rodents spreads through building B triggering protests from English and history teachers and students on the third floor.
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Washington
George Washington University
Building B
Ross Pollock
Nest protected at Renmor golf course in Detroit
The graybird nest was found in the first fairway at Renmor Golf Course Detroit with three eggs nearly ready to hatch. Managers had workmen erect a foot high screen to shield the nest from tractors mowing equipment and golf balls. A police dog named Majer assigned himself as guardian of the nest.
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Renmor
Detroit
Majer
Seth Wa Eivenn Sel Naire
King Jeroboam and Rehoboam's Split Crown Crisis
Lesson on kingship and division from 1 Kings 11 12 with Abijah signifying Jeroboams future. Rehoboams rash policy triggers revolt of ten tribes due to taxation, labor, and youthful counsel. Jeroboams calf worship and high place worship split religious and political allegiance, challenging divine authority and leadership.
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Jeroboa
Jeroboam
Abijah
T. Rehoboam
Solomon
Rehoboam
Israel
David
Adoram
Jerusalem
Srael
Ehoboam
Judah
Shemaiah
Hatred of Sin and True Repentance by William Tayler
The quote stresses that genuine repentance includes grief and hatred of sin along with gratitude for God's mercy in Christ. It asserts that true repentance loves the mercy of God, hates sin, and recognizes the divine love that reveals the penalty of sin.
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Io Cnrist
William Tayler
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RO Coe
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Hawkshaw
Leonard A. ‘Barrett
Navy
Hugh O
Fid
Murray
Newnan
Naval Academy Athletic Association
Unica
P. B. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
Ahijah
Kings
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