Septic Sore Throat Epidemics Linked to Infected Milk
Historical health note traces epidemics to contaminated milk and the streptococcus germ. It links udders, raw milk, and patient throats, notes common complications like ear inflammation and tonsil abscess, and urges pasteurization, udder checks, and throat inspections. Treatment described includes hydrogen peroxide throat swabs and iodine cautions.
Hopi Rituals Linked to Ancient Pueblo Ruins
Excavation at Ixfuishba near Tort Apache Arizona uncovers ritual practices matching those of modern Hopi communities. Dr Byron Cummings of the University of Arizona suggests the site may bridge ancient Hopi civilization and present day rituals, indicating 2000 plus inhabitants at its 1260 peak.
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Byron Cummings
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Names and Opinions Mirror The Times
Brief musings reflect on how names shape news and history and how doubt and vitality color human nature. The piece observes that reading history, seeking humor, and recalling past hardships reveals character and perspective while noting quirks of language and memory.
Tigers Strike Fear in Indian Villages Amid Man-Eater Crisis
Central India reports of bold man-eating tigers terrorizing villages. Cattle dragged into the jungle and killed as villagers, barred from killing tigers, fear night raids. A large tiger was repelled by a herd that charged with horns after attacking a cow.
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India
Crayons From Oat Hulls Offer New Coloring Material
Art crayons can be made from oat hulls by treating surfural, an oil yellow liquid derived from the hulls, with simple chemicals to yield a black substance suitable for crayons. Tests show the crayons work satisfactorily compared with charcoal and varying treatments produce different hardness and blackness.
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Popular Mechanics Magazine
Abbey Restoration Planned for Zsambek Monastery
The Abbey of Zsambek near Budapest dating to the early 1200s will undergo restoration. It is noted as one of Hungarys earliest Gothic examples and was destroyed by the 1763 earthquake.
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Zsambek
Budapest
Hungary
Freedom of Speech Sparks Rift in Senate Debate
Senator Sorghum weighs limits on expression and clashes with a colleague over speech that alienates others during a tense Senate exchange. The dialogue highlights tensions between principle and political optics as lawmakers navigate free expression.
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Senator Sorghum
Speed Limit Myths in European Open Roads
A historical note asserts no speed limit for motor vehicles on open country roads in France Germany Italy and Great Britain with drivers required only to keep their cars under control at all times.
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Europe
France
Germany
Italy
Great Britain
There You Are What is the difference between a flea and an elephant
A playful riddle notes that an elephant can have fleas, while a flea cannot have elephants. It contrasts scale and relationship to provoke a chuckle. The line frames a humorous veterinary or zoological twist.
The Diner Declares It Is Chicken
A diner asserts the dish is indeed chicken and the waiter confirms with calm agreement. The exchange centers on the diner misjudging the meal while the server asserts the truth of the food.
Between Girls Kitchenette and Humidorcus Exchange
A fragment appears to stage a dialog between characters labeled Between Girls Kitchenette and Humidorcus about affection and instruction. The lines suggest a tension over intimate behavior and personal worth.
Living fossils dogfish and garpike discussed in Michigan
Dr. Carl Hubbs of the Institute for Fisheries Research notes Michigan hosts two presumed living fossils. The dogfish is the sole living member of its order with plate gill structures, while gars survive in limited species and possess poisonous eggs aiding their persistence. Both fish are confined to North American freshwaters.
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Michigan
Carl Hubbs
Institute For Fisheries Research
Doctor Hubbs
North American
Detroit Free Press
Nicknamed Proky and the Emancipation Proclamation joke
Dinner table talk spirals into names and histories as a German steward claims Lincoln’s name proves a bias. A corporation lawyer adds a tale of a white Midwestern girl nicknamed Proky whose full name ties to Lincoln era humor referencing the Emancipation Proclamation.
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United States
Lincoln
Abraham
Corporation
Middle West
Dogshell
New York
Ontario Mines Turn Wilderness Into Billion-Dollar Wealth
Northern Ontario’s great rock region, once seen as worthless wilderness, has generated over 2.0 billion dollars in new wealth from mines since 1891. By 1933 mineral output reached 2.014 billion, with gold 501 million, silver 257 million, nickel 359 million, copper 145 million and many other minerals and resources also contributing.
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Great Rock
Ontario
United States Candy Consumption in 1932
Figures from the Department of Commerce show Americans averaged nine pounds of candy per person in 1932. The nation as a whole consumed 1.16 percent of total candy use, totaling 848 982 pounds, up 1.3 from the previous year despite lower incomes. Doctors say most people need some sugar and may be satisfied with this showing, though many ate far more and some none at all.
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United States
Department of Commerce
Los Angeles Times
Actress in Divorce Court Sparks Question About Judge
A lawyer rehearsed the actress for court appearances in a divorce case. She listened with mild interest and asked who plays the part of the judge.
Senator Sorghum Advocates Marriage For Politicians
Senator Sorghum says political leaders should accept compromise and that being married helps. He urges early realization that one cannot control every outcome and argues marriage stabilizes public life.
Are You Saving Money With Your Budget System
A brief quote from the Christian Register notes that savings come only after balancing the budget each evening, implying the need for discipline and timing to reach financial goals.
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Christian Register
Warbling Mood Mrs in Den Sings for Collector
A light household scene shows Mrs entering her husband’s den with a spring dress bought for a song. Mr responds by asking to send in the collector and sing for him, capturing a humorous domestic moment.
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Northeast Nebraska publishers oppose National Graphic Arts code
The Norfolk session of NE newspapers criticized the National Graphic Arts code as impractical and unenforced. Editors questioned its benefits while noting dues, wage and hour provisions, and price scales, with about 40 percent paying dues amid intimidation by collectors.
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Nebraska
Norfolk
National Graphic Arts Code
Lahor
Newman Grove
Methodist Church Plans Big Attendance Push Next Sunday
The church urges strong Sunday School and morning service turnout for a three month comparison of numerical strength starting next Sunday. Fireside Service draws crowds, with a program each week. Sunday evening features Mother Mason by Bess Streeter Aldrich and a discussion on home life.
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Lutheran Church Weekly Schedule And Events
Saturday at 2 30 p m Junior Mission Band meets at the church. Sunday services include Sunday Church School at 10 a m Worship at 11 a m and 7 30 p m Vespers led by the Lutheran League. Thursday Ladies Aid at 2 30 p m hosted by Mrs Andrew PetersonDeacons meet at the parsonage for year’s organization meeting. Paul Melin Pastor.
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Lutheran Church
Luther League
Ladies Aid
Andrew Peterson
Paul Melin
Sacred Heart Church Men to Take Holy Communion
Next Sunday all married men and young men over 18 will receive Holy Communion in a body. Holy Name Sodality from St Andrew's invited to join the Mass at 9 o'clock and breakfast in the parish hall. Confessions at 7 30 Saturday. Dr O'Donnell to speak on Natural Birth Control. Candles blessed and albsal duty noted.
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Holy Name Sodality
St. Andrew's
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O'Donnell
Altar Sodality
Fairview Valley Church Notes and Meetings
The Fairview Valley church announces a Tuesday evening choir practice at the garsonage. The Fairview Ladies meet Saturday February 9 at the Mall for an all day session with a cover dish lunch. Valley W M S meets in Osceola with Miss Christine Horst on February 8. Voney Ladies Aid planned for next Tuesday at Mrs George Wieseman home. Pastor E B Maxey urges larger attendance next Sunday.
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Garsonage
Mall
Valley W. & M.S
Osceola
Christine Horst
Voney Ladies
George Wieseman
Somone
E. B. Maxcey
Live Stock Prices at South Omaha Wholesale Market
At Union Stock Yards Omaha on Jan 29 1935 cattle receipts reached 13 000 with steady demand for prime steers and heifers while general beef trade ran 25 50c lower and dull. Cattle quotes ranged from 6 75 to 12 75 for various grades and hogs opened a dime lower with most desirable hogs at 7 50 7 75 and sows 7 25 7 45.
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Union Stock Yards
Omaha
Polk County 1935 Budget Estimates and Estate Claims
Polk County commissioners present the 1935 expenditure plan totaling 96000 with allocations for General Fund Bridge Fund Roads Soldiers Relief and other items. The notice also sets May 13 1935 for hearing creditors and May 11 1935 to file claims against the Michael Horst estate.
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Nebraska
Board of County Commissioners
Polk County
Court House
Eee
County Fair Assn
Michael Horst
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