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Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1930

Page

2

Learning to Fly A Spiraling Landing and License Triumph

A student detail of mastering spirals and spot landings from 2000 feet, including nose-down glides and tight turns. The test covers 20 exam questions on rules and regulations, plus flight maneuvers, with a near-miss fear turning to success and a temporary license earned.

Department of Commerce Washington, D. C Western Newspaper Union

Tin Soldier reunion ends Christmas Eve journey

In Santa's workshop the Tin Soldier longs for Dolly Dimple as toys ride to a new home. After a near disaster in the sleigh, Santa rescues him, placing him in Jimmie's stocking where the soldier is found by Jimmie and Dolly Dimple reunites with him at Jessie’s house. Dolly Dimple reveals she was left with Jessie.

Santa Claus Dolly Santa Brownie Beauty Peter Rabbit Dolly Dimple Jack Tar Landel Jimmie Jessie Western Newspaper Union

Oil for Watches from Porpoise Jawbone Oil Trade

The article describes watch oil sourced from a cavity in the jawbone of blackfish porpoises. Cape Cog fishermen supply the finest, rare oil, tested in Vermont where temperatures plunge below zero. A single drop lubricates a watch, and the best grade remains unchanged at low temperatures.

Cape Vermont

Red as the Cheerful Color in Christmas History

A description of red as the most cheerful color for the holiday season, noting its quick reaction on the optic nerve. It mentions holly decorations at the winter solstice and the tradition of using red berries in Christmas preparations. The association of red with Christmas grows from cultural ideas over time.

Association of Ideas

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