Mastering Circumstances and Christian Science Guidance
The piece discusses mastering adverse conditions through prayer and right thinking grounded in God. It cites Psalm 1, Mary Baker Eddy, and Jesus, stressing patience, seeking divine guidance, and confidence that “whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.” It then notes large fossil footprints in Colorado.
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Mary Baker Eddy
Anor
Eddy
God
Christ Jesus
Jesus
The
Christian Science Monitor
Gravity on Mars and Other Bodies Changes Human Weight
The article explains how gravity alters weight across celestial bodies. It notes a 140 pound Earth man would weigh 53 pounds on Mars, 23 on the Moon, and up to about 3,871 pounds on the Sun, with varying implications for movement. It cites scientific computations to compare weights on Venus Mercury Neptune Uranus Saturn Jupiter and Earth.
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Mars
Earth
Moon
Venus
Mercury
Neptune
Uranus
Saturn
Jupiter
Sun
Natural Bridge of Virginia A National Landmark Since Early History
The Natural Bridge in Virginia, linked to Monacan worship, Jefferson, and Washington, has long stood as an American landmark. Jefferson bought it in 1774, carving his initials. Washington’s marks and a surveyor’s cross also appear on the rock. French officers visited during the Revolutionary era, spreading its fame worldwide.
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Virginia
Natural Bridge
Thomas Jefferson
George III
England
Jefferson
Washington
Lord Fairfax
G. W
George Washington
Rochambeau
Paris
Europe
Dust Transmitting Agent Stirs Rare San Joaquin Fever Findings
U S Indian service physicians in Arizona discussed research on the rare San Joaquin fever a disease resembling tuberculosis. Dr Joseph Aronson and Dr Chester Emmons reported studies of 740 Indian children with tuberculin negatives and 87 calcified nodules indicating past infection. Cattle in affected districts also show susceptibility.
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U. S. Indian Service
Arizona
San Joacquin Valley
California
Joseph Aronson
Chester W. Emmons
Philadelphia
U. S. Health Service
Electric Shocks Tested for Safety at UC
University of California researchers tested nearly 200 subjects to determine safe levels of electric current in practical devices. Trials used subjects holding copper wires as current increased to identify the threshold before involuntary grip fails. Findings suggest men tolerate about eight to nine milliamperes of a 60 cycle current, with women and children likely lower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of California
Snakes misunderstood as vital farm allies
The article argues snakes are unfairly feared and killed, noting their ecological and economic value as rodent control for farmers. It cites limited danger to humans, highlights three highly dangerous snakes, and contends misconceptions persist about snake intelligence and nature.
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Eden
Earth
U. S
Africa
Australia
New Kind White Bread Adds Vitamin Quality
A white bread gains the nutritive value of whole wheat bread through vitamin concentrate mixed into the bread formula. The color flavor and texture remain unchanged while the loaf becomes more nutritious for toast sandwiches recipes and meals.
A Llewellin Setter Traced to Recent Origin
The Llewellin setter is not a distinct breed but a strain of the English setter bred in England since the 1860s. It spread to Canada and the United States in the 1870s through R Purcell Llewellin and others. A 100 per cent Llewellin has no outcross. even minor cross disqualifies. The breed is small about 40 to 45 pounds, fast, highly energetic, with refined style.
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England
R. Purcell-Llewellin
Llewellin
Canada
United States
Duke
Rhoebe
Edward Laverak
Ancient Pewterers Guilds Guarding Trade Standards
The Worshipful Company of Pewterers in England protected metal quality since at least 1348 with rigid standards and maker marks. Old English pewter bore a maker's touch and symbolic marks such as a crowned rose or fleur-de-lis. American pewter followed English custom, using an eagle trade mark with maker initials.
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Worshipful Company of Pewterers
England
Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths
Pewterers’ Guild
America
Ultra Violet Aids Potatoes Detect Ring Rot Spread
Prof R B Harvey University of Minnesota describes using ultraviolet light to detect and remove carriers of bacterial ring rot in potatoes. Ring rot has appeared in 37 states, damaging crops where seed carries the germ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G-men
R. B. Harvey
University of Minnesota
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Bankers Teach Students Money Sense in Bucyrus
Bankers in Bucyrus Ohio invite school children to visit banks and observe operations while bankers plus conduct class talks at schools. Officers say such talks from bankers themselves foster a favorable impression of the banking profession and show money matters in simple terms.
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Bucyrus
Ohio
Cats Easy to Poison Tips for Cat Care
A short note warns about keeping fresh water available for cats and avoiding substances harmful to felines. It cites common sources of poisoning such as antiseptics medicines and household cleaners, and mentions carbolic acid gasoline turpentine and powders as potentially fatal.
Notice to Creditors in Rachel Wagner Estate Polk County
In the County Court of Polk County Nebraska creditors of the estate of Rachel Wagner deceased are notified of a hearing on October 27 1941 to hear adjust and allow all claims filed against the estate. Claims must be filed by October 25 1941 or forever barred. Dated June 27 1941 County Judge. Seal. July 3 10 17
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Polk County
Nebraska
Rachel Wagner
State of
Osceola School District Plans Bond Issue to Pay Debts
The Osceola Board of Education directs public notice that it has outstanding registered warrants totaling 11 663 45 dollars with 6 percent interest, to be paid via bonds of 11 500 dollars at up to 3 percent interest. Electors may file protests with the district secretary at the Osceola courthouse within 30 days from the last publication date July 3 1941.
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Osceola
Nebraska
Water Commissioner
Osceoff
Board of Education
Polk
Petal Ctan
I. D. Huston
Court House
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Hall of Geology
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Cedarege
Colo
Irving G. Reimann
Harry W. Pratt
Gebraska
City of
Osceo
Guy F. Bara
Sily
Kodak
Daniels Studio
Columbus
Mall’bie
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