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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1940
Page
4
A short health column warns against hoarding junk clutter in homes and work spaces. Readers are urged to clear old clothes magazines and furniture from attics basements and garages to reduce fire risk. Emphasizes securing flammable liquids and properly storing rags and spills and cites charities collecting usable items. Industrial News Review.
An article urging farm families to beautify the home and grounds. It argues children absorb environment, recommends planting trees and flowers annually, and suggests fall planting and winter prep like cleaning, painting, and path work to make the farm a welcoming, lasting home.
Seen at the state fair the piece highlights fairs as a longstanding tradition delivering education and entertainment. It praises expert visitors for stress on quality in fruits vegetables and dairy products and credits agricultural marketing cooperatives for promoting better methods and soil use resulting in better food and higher producer returns.
The piece argues that life insurance may not be needed for some but warns most people lack the fortune to self insure. It contrasts luck, retirement funds, and dependents’ future welfare, urging a fixed saving plan like life insurance unless one is confident in a long shot with personal finances.
Charles Michelson notes Willkie's western tour wrap up in New York with a declaration of satisfaction in his pilgrimage. The piece covers reactions from supporters and critics, polling optimism for Roosevelt, Sloan and GM profit hints, and a closing line on poultry housing.
A fragmented exchange hints at train travel in Texas with a dawn boarding and travel lasting 24 hours, noting trains remain available in the late hours. The dialogue mentions miss Smalltown and a Brest state reference, reflecting humorous regional shorthand.
Local ad touts squirrel coats as high quality at exceptional bargain. Ad stresses suitability as gifts for husbands and promises fun guaranteed.
A jubilant spectator praises a player who relies on headwork rather than hands. The crowd notes the pitcher adapts with intelligence and unconventional play, calling it a rare display not yet seen with his hands.
A humorous exchange about why a watch is modest. The watch says it forever holds its hands to its face and, despite good work, always runs itself down. A companion dismisses the idea of becoming a doctor of philosophy, preferring a professor’s role and walking on the grass.
In a county court case a witness joked about his “little love for the motor-car” and laughed at the defendant’s chauffeur. He called him a “chiffonner” and was corrected to “chauffeur.” The witness quipped about being near the mark, prompting further banter between counsel and witness.
The new curate aims to stage a village hall concert but faces a series of comic misdirections. A missing plano leads to the cobbler’s possession, the planner being in the cellar, and a call to Liza for the Dianner works, with Buck responding from the kitchen about garden storage.
A young doctor asserts expertise in nerve treatment and recalls a patient’s strong praise after completion of a case. The anecdote highlights confidence amid informal inquiry from a friend about results and value.
The fragment shows a dialogue about camping plans with Ferhafs asking for plans and another replying that only tentative ones exist. No clear event, location, or date is provided beyond the tense discussion of tents.
The speaker teases Bongy about his humor and presence, noting every encounter makes them smile. A playful jab suggests a cheeky notion of evading entertainment taxes while keeping the tone light and informal.
A fragment from a Times page features a playful exchange about raspberry pie and dentures. It also notes warranty deeds for sale at the Times office and invites readers to inquire there.
Orville L. Lee reports Utah and the United States reached new highs in 1941 wheat crop insurance. Utah covers 63,791 acres with 879,283 bushels insured across 3,103 contracts, backed by 164,766 bushels in reserve. Nationwide, winter wheat contracts total 365,838 for the 1941 crop, up from last year, with about 205,000 contracts written for the 1940 crop.
The fall sign up for the 1941 AAA program shows 184 farmers in Tran County filed intentions to use the program to improve farms. All winter wheat growers in Tran County must sign up by September 30. Non winter wheat growers may file intentions in spring. The 1941 program provisions have been approved by the Secretary of Agriculture.
The Utah handbook outlines a national program adapted for state use stressing farm income parity and conservation. It highlights the farm’s role in national defense, urges local committees to administer the program, and notes a year with over six million farmers involved and a demonstration of democracy in action.
The State Department of Agriculture announced a prohibition on wormy apples moving into interstate commerce after a growers meeting. Inspection stations will be set up statewide and drivers must carry inspection certificates. The campaign targets eliminating wormy apples from Utah markets and enforces a 1930s law making wormy apple sales a misdemeanor. Inspectors will check retail stores and fruit stands. penalties may apply for continued sale. A statewide effort to boost apple consumption and quality is planned with cooperation from the Horticultural Society and Extension Service, aiming to raise prices and improve the industry across Utah.
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