Red Cross Plans Civilian War Aid in Emergency
The Red Cross would provide food clothing and temporary shelter after an enemy attack while state and local welfare agencies continue care. Local defense councils coordinate, with Red Cross personnel in control centers and chapters aiding emergency medical services and mobile units.
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Red Cross
Office of Defense Health and Welfare Services
ODHWS
War Activities Branch
Federal Security Administration
Citizens’ Defense Corps
American Red Cross
OCD
The
Emergency Medical Service
Lessons From Canteen Work And Silage Preservation
The article outlines civilian relief logistics in Great Britain with American Red Cross canteens feeding 1,500 people and mobile units, plus the role of Defense Corps and local chapters in evacuation planning. It also discusses wilting silage methods for hay crops, moisture control risks, and the required process to avoid mold and carotene loss. The piece ends with moral guidance urging Christians to promote accountability and abstinence amid national crisis.
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Red Cross
ODHWS
Lawrence
N. Y
Motor Corps
American Red Cross
Mr Chu Speech Gaffe Turns to Hilarious Sneeze
At a United China Relief dinner a prominent Foochow businessman, Mr. Kah Chu, was due to speak. The master of ceremonies asked how to pronounce his name and, after a joke suggestion about kerchoo, introduced him as Mr. Sneeze.
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United China
Kah Chu
Foochow
China
Chu
Mr. Sneeze
Wilting Method for Silage Suggested as Experimental
Researchers propose testing a wilting method to improve silage production while warning farmers of the need for extreme care to ensure successful results. The article notes potential benefits but stresses cautious, controlled trials and monitoring.
New and Unusual Pillow Slip Motifs
Beauty appears in four embroidery designs for pillow slips. The patterns feature a floral white band with pastel centers, a butterfly motif, tulip pots in cross stitch, and a top picture treatment. Transfer design Z9344 priced at 15 cents.
Lasting Peace Through a Europewide Scientific Institute
Prof. Florian Znaniecki of the University of Illinois proposes an international institute of social scientists to study forces causing conflict and cultural collaboration. He says postwar Europe needs both political and cultural unity built on research driven plans for cross national cultural cooperation and solidarity.
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Europe
Florian Znaniecki
University of Illinois
Poland
Znaniecki
Hornfly Control: Traps Aid Dairy Herds
Hornflies reduce milk production by blood loss and grazing disruption. Some studies cite 25 to 50 percent losses during abundance. Sprays help during milking but do not curb overall production losses. A cattle fly trap used at water and feed gateways proves effective on many dairies.
Farm Notes on Hens and Livestock Yields
Hens that begin laying show a large moist vent and soft pliable abdomen. New York ranks fourth in the egg drying industry behind Texas Wisconsin and Missouri with 18 million pounds produced in five plants. Goats respond well to good pasture if land is reasonably dry and perform on rough ground if feed is sufficient.
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New York
Texas
Wisconsin
Missouri
Lesson Topics and Scriptures for September 6
The guide lists lesson subjects and Scripture texts selected and copyrighted by the International Council of Religious Education and used by permission. It outlines teaching themes and references for the September 6 study session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International Council of Religious Education
Lord's Prayer Pin Forged in Gold in Butte Pawnshop
A small gold pin displays the Lord's Prayer engraved on its head and is currently held by a pawnbroker in Butte Montana. Police note the piece required three years of labor to craft, illustrating meticulous workmanship and historical value.
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Butte
Mont
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Amos’ Day
America
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Island
Mr. Chu
Harold L. Lundquist
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
Martha Box
Kansas City
Lydia E. Pinkham
Pinkham
Doan
Doans
WNU
Bureau of Standards
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