Golden Age Stars Compared With 1941 Sports Elite
The writer contrasts 1919 1920 legends Man o War Babe Ruth Jack Dempsey Bobby Jones Walter Hagen Bill Tilden with 1941 stars Whirlaway Joe Louis Bob Feller Don Budge noting color and crowd appeal. He argues Whirlaway has modern color but overall public fascination lacks the earlier global flare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hen Whirlaway
Bob Feller
Joe Louis
Jack Dempsey
Babe Ruth
Bobby Jones
Walter Hagen
Gene Sarazen
Bill Tilden
Whirlaway
Don Budge
Hagen
Tilden
King Cole
Man O’ War
Manassa Mauler
Auto and the Blood Test
A satirical look at proposed alcohol blood testing for drivers, noting New York's law and imagining courtroom scenes, laboratory checks at fuel pits, and social reaction. The piece adds light verse and captions about public mood and official action.
Nations rally as millions face hunger after home loss
The remark highlights immense distress among women and children unable to find food or shelter. It notes the widespread heartbreak caused by destroyed homes and the urgent need for aid without detailing a specific event or location.
Salt Solution Spray Relieves Sinus Trouble
Medical note by Dr. James W. Barton, syndicated by Western Newspaper Union, discusses using salt solution spray to ease sinus issues. Encourages resilience and prudent living during hard times, urging readers to avoid unnecessary complaints and focus on health and frugality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W. Barton
Western Newspaper Union
Advances and opinions on sinus infections and bile treatment
Health column discusses reducing acid foods and starch for sinus relief, X ray use for sinus cases, and nasal sprays with salt solutions or ephedrine. It notes liver and gall bladder health, small meals to ease bile flow, and the cautious use of bile salts from cattle or gall. It contrasts Western medical advice with broader social reflections on wartime strain and women's roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Ullmann
William D. Gill
San Antonio
Texas
Gill
A. C. Ivy
A. L. Berman
Chicago
Minnesota
Anna seeks life upgrade in Miss Norris puzzle letter
A bored housewife writes Miss Norris seeking a change to feel alive. She lists a husband, children, car, beauty, youth, and security yet craves excitement, prompting Miss Norris to refuse to answer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard
Anna
Miss Norris
Question Box on Warts and Subnormal Temperatures
The piece explains warts are caused by a small virus or organism. It notes subnormal body temperature can run in families and may be natural for some. sugar levels require physician guidance and blood sugar testing is advised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Pennsylvania
Anna
Norway
Pernambuco
Alaska
Ask Me Another General Quiz Questions
A set of trivia prompts covering pundit definition city population outside the U S court dimensions largest church building and related topics. Questions ask about faithless daughters in Shakespeare the Elijah Lovejoy name and the Savoy reign region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Elijah Lovejoy
House of Savoy
Abolitionist Editor Martyred by Mob at Alton Incident
The record notes a mob attack at Alton Illinois in 1837 that killed an abolitionist editor. It cites Mexico City Rome Italy and St Peter's cathedral as related references, with links to topics including freedom of the press and King Lear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Washington
Mexico City
Rome
St. Peter’s Cathedral
Alton
Benjamin Franklin Quote About Life and Longevity
A pithy reflection asserts that a long life alone is insufficient without a good life, underscoring value in virtue and meaning over mere duration. The saying endures as a guide to living well rather than simply living long.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Franklin
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van Meter
Iowa
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Grantland Rice
Philips
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U. S
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Kathleen Norris
Bell Syndicate
WNU
By Kathleen Norris
Dr. Barton
Dren
Diantha
Peter
Pam
Yedda
Dr. Gill
Italy
Lydia E. Pinkham
Pinkham
Dean
Jove
Homer
Prince Albert
Aan
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