08 Feb 1940
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Newspaper
Moulton Weekly Tribune
Location
Moulton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1940
Page
1
A long reflection argues for an ancient earth beyond six thousand years, with a view of planetary formation from fiery nebulae and gravity. It contrasts scientific doubt with faith, notes regional ice harvesting lore, and contemplates climate adaptability shaping human progress.
The article discusses long standing beliefs that winters are not as cold as in the past and notes no evidence for a systematic warming or cooling over recent centuries. It cites historical records showing cycles of extreme and normal weather with memories often brighter than the actual patterns. It recalls 1816 as a year with no summer in northern New England and immense cold waves that snapped trees and filled winter nights with noise from expanding sap.
The item presents the official county city school paper masthead for The Tribune born in 1884 with publication details. It notes pricing options outside and within county and lists R. R. Eby as publisher. The fragment confirms post office and class matter registrations.
The Census Office shows life expectancy increasing from 48 for a male baby in 1900 to 59 by 1930 with women living about three years longer. Better infant care and general health, plus advances in medicine, contribute to longer lives though heart disease remains a leading killer.
The District Court of Appanoose County Iowa schedules Feb 19 1940 10:00 AM at Centerville for final proof and probate of Charles A Yates deceased will others may appear and show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate Dated January 24 1940 M G Luse Clerk J R Barkley Attorney TRY A WANT AD.
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