Australia Faces Greatest Struggle in History
This feature profiles Australia as a major Allied base against Japan, detailing its population, geography, rail network, and resources. It notes Sydney and Melbourne as major cities, Canberra as capital, and Darwin as a target, with a focus on defense industrial growth, oil shortages, and a frontier spirit akin to early American expansion.
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Cliff Lange
Union
Australia
United States
MacArthur
Georgia
Sydney
Melbourne
Darwin
Canberra
Adelaide
Alice Springs
Territory
Brisbane
Maryborough
Health notes on first aid and goiter anxiety
A Western Newspaper Union health column reviews first aid basics for head injuries and concussion, plus guidance on anxiety related goiter symptoms. It cites Dr. C J Potthoff and Dr Gilbert M Beck, noting tongue tied worry can trigger rapid heart beat, digestive issues, and nervous tension.
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Gilbert M. Beck
Buffalo General Hospital
New York State Journal of Medicine
Seventy Sent Forth to Labor in Christ’s Name
The lesson notes Jesus’ sending of at least seventy followers two by two to evangelize in every city. Prayer backs this calling, with fellowship and mutual support essential. Laborers are sustained by Christ, not money, and must work with diligence. The seventy’s success comes from Christ’s authority, yet true victory is having one’s name written in heaven.
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Christ
Lone Wolf
Jesus
Heaven
God
D. L. Moody
B. L. Olmstead
Animal Curiosities in Store for Yanks in Australia
The article notes unusual Australian animals and tribes in the far north. It recalls nomadic tribes using sticks for fires and spears for game, likening them to early U S frontier life. It mentions buffalo roaming vast lands, wombats, dingoes, the spotted native cat, and a blind deaf mute mole.
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United States
Australia
U. S
Tuberculosis worry eased after normal chest X rays
Reader asks about TB despite multiple chest X rays showing no signs. Answer says no TB given normal X rays but warns to seek examination if weight loss fatigue temperature rise and other signs appear, as some infection could be present.
Lesson for April 12 in Religious Education
A brief notice announces the April 12 lesson for religious education, detailing selected subjects and Scripture texts approved for use under permission by the International Council of Religious Education.
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International Council of Religious Education
Church urged to slow pace and strengthen spiritual armor
A reflective note urges the church to slow down as it expands social programs. It cites Pauline instruction to "put on the whole armor of God," warning that neglecting any part endangers spiritual poise.
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Paul
God
Rey
A. E. Gregory
New yoke treatment brightens teen-age frock design
Barbara Bell Pattern No. 1520-B showcases a front opening bodice yoke with a dirndl skirt and back tie belt. Sized 6 to 14 years, it requires 214 yards of 39 inch fabric for size 8 and ric-rac trimming.
Do You Like Jingle Contests Ad Promotes Weekly Prizes
Raleigh Cigarettes launch another series of weekly contests inviting entrants to submit the best last line for a jingle. Over 100 liberal prizes awarded each week. Check this paper for details and entry information.
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Raleigh Cigarettes
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