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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1939
Page
4
Rail State Pins Association marked as second class mail at the Parowan Utah post office with an October 1918 date noted in the imprint.
Statesmen voiced amazement at the German Russian peace treaty while realist commentators had long forecast a German Russian alliance. Russia seeks neutrality to focus on Asia, while Communists and Nazis converge ideologies. The pact could split Axis ties, possibly drawing Mussolini toward England and France. The piece then shifts to praise of America’s two world fairs as living exemplars of private enterprise and the American economic system.
The piece urges observance of Fire Prevention Week from October 4 to 10 and stresses a cooperative effort by insurance groups fire departments public officials and media to educate the public about fire causes prevention and home safety. It highlights dramatic lessons inspections and lifelong vigilance as vital to saving lives and property and calls for a national year of fire prevention.
A commentator notes rising business headlines and federal tax and wage trends in 1945. He contrasts optimistic press about Farmers incomes, corporate profits, and payrolls with Republican critiques of Roosevelt policies, arguing both sides promise growth but offer few concrete plans.
Twenty two of the region's fastest horses were listed for the race meet tied to Tron County Fair with fourteen already in stalls. Red Wing and 1Gokten are among the notable entrants as Cedar City considers bonds for a new hospital, while Minnie A. Burton steps in as Parowan librarian and Thomas Fowler becomes Inn County Fair checking clerk. The Parowan band played at the Fruit Festival in St George as Cedar City plans a reception for visitors and Iron County installs a roller mill. Iron County schools open Monday with a teachers institute Friday and Saturday.
A solitary bat in the Friends House at Euston Road, the Quakers’ HQ, is preserved since the 18th century. It was sent into Fleet Prison by a sympathizer for use by three Quakers jailed over non payment of tithes. The relic remains unopened, awaiting church state separation to end tithes, alongside other Quaker relics and old hats.
The late Mrs. Hattia A. Fletcher of San Diego left a bequest of 10000 to her shepherd spaniel. A court ruled that trusts cannot be perpetual for a dog and the funds were redirected to another legatee. The dog was placed with a veterinarian after the decision.
A small boy cries over dust on new trousers as a kindly woman asks why he won’t remove them. He explains his mother would not let him take them off while she beat the dust out, leaving both surprised and contrite.
A dialogue scene features Meandering Mike confessing to a continually worsening spree and claiming a merry disposition. His comrade notes the judge could have kept him in, while Mike argues the judge wants refinement and recalls prior fines for loitering and repeated penalties shaping his case.
An unnamed young man with weak card knowledge is pressed into a bridge game. He first errs by discarding a king on a trick already won by the opponent's ace. His partner exclaims that a king cannot beat an ace, while the novice stammers that he thought he would learn. This report from the Chelsea Record notes the humorous early error in the match.
A young sportsman sits at a table, scans the menu, and orders a fillet steak with ale. The waiter confirms the choice, but the young man, distracted, mutters about the "Inp" as the order proceeds.
Fragment from a verse laments a wife whose plight is harsh and bare and whose husband’s low state leaves her without clothing or comfort, a stark snapshot of hardship and social neglect.
In Crim son Gulch a dispute over currency basis erupts as Cactus Joe notes rivals argued about gold and silver while someone used rubber checks to fleece the town. The remark highlights tensions over money standards and irregular payments.
In a terse exchange a traveler boasts that a voyage cured his insomnia completely. He explains the relief is profound as he reflects on nights tormented by wakefulness and the contrast with his current rest. The dialogue hints at a transformative journey and restored sleep.
An exchange recalls the former secretary of the navy facing an emergency. The remark notes he would convene a conference to decide actions for an unsettled state at sea during a storm.
A fragment shows dialogue about addressing a woman in court remarks with a quip about calling on her. The brief exchange hints at social norms and courtroom banter, reflecting era tension over language and gender.
Tammy faced minor trouble when Twas away as he swallowed a bug. I gave him insect powder immediately, so there is no need to worry about that incident.
A barber baits a customer with a joke about needing water as he takes a shave. The customer asks for water to test whether his neck leaks, implying a quirky reaction in a brief, humorous exchange.
A Morgan county Littleton Range Company credits a Soil Conservation Service program for restoring overgrazed Deep Creek range. They fenced to exclude stock, plugged gullies, reseeded with perennial grasses, and reduced sheep numbers. Lambs reached 991 at 89+ pounds, with 120 percent crop and earlier sales, proving range improvement boosts yield and soil health despite a dry summer.
Farmers in Iron County must seed alfalfa by September 20 to qualify for 1939 Soil Conservation Program payments. Last year’s poor stands may be reseeded or thickened with up to 154 dollars per acre for thickening. New seeding pays three dollars per acre, with grass seed options allowed until year end under the program.
J M Palmer chairman of Iron County AAA Committee announced the final date for winter wheat crop insurance applications for the 1949 season. Farmers must apply before planting to insure the crop and, if needed, a late submission may be allowed up to the September 20 deadline under two approved methods. Palmer urged consult county conservation officials to avoid a last minute rush and noted no deadline yet for spring wheat insurance.
Range examiners Harald Birr and Ervin Schmutz report 62000 acres of privately owned range land examined in August. This land had not previously been in the Range Conservation Program while 40000 acres signed up earlier were examined and approved for range building practices. The work covers one third of privately owned land signed up for the program this year and favorable rains boost reseeding prospects. Farmers should contact the County Agent to earn their inrange building allowance for 1939.
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