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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1935
Page
6
A British patrol officer reported ongoing human sacrifices in Papua to appease wind and water spirits. The rite, described as traditional, ends in killing a member of another tribe in swamp solitude, with dancing and drums, body parts eaten or kept as trophies. Chiefs claim skulls and jawbones confer protection on leaders and raiders.
The Brockton Enterprise recounts a humorous tale where a professor, testing a new car with his wife, forgets how to brake. He reassures his wife and plans to seek help at the next garage, choosing calm over panic.
The article lists pay for dying on screen with varying sums. Dying in bed earns $2.50, dying on the battlefield earns $5, and deaths from falls such as balcony or stairs can pay up to $50.
President Roosevelt defended the New Deal farm program before the American Farm Bureau federation at the International Amphitheater. He cited farm income gains and urged support for reciprocal treaties with Canada while addressing critics and outlining policy aims.
OHN J. LEWIS invites President Green to resign and lead a rebel committee seeking control of the A F L. Green denies involvement and defends stance. Roosevelt to seek 100 million dollars for initial social security funding starting January 1 to pensions maternity child welfare and aid to the blind. Officials gather state welfare leaders to Washington to craft regulations. Curtis Borah talk centers on Landon nomination and presidential prospects. Mendieta resigns Cuba presidency amid cabinet quarrel. Cairo unrest drives Nessim Pasha to resign then Britain-backed restoration of constitutional rule. China autonomists backed by Japan edge toward self rule under Nanking oversight. Lindbergh case Hauptmann loses bid for review. execution looming. Potato act fines clarified for first retail purchaser. producers must cancel stamps or mark dates.
The piece argues mind over brawn, urging continuous mental training through reading, observation, problem solving, and purposeful thinking. It cites Newton and a carpenter anecdote to illustrate planning, focus, and never dwelling on past achievements.
A small mail order item offers a package of three bibs in heavy sheeting with simple outline embroidery. No binding or thread included. Send 15 cents to Home Craft Co. Dept A St. Louis Mo with a stamped self addressed envelope for information.
Soot water is excellent for plants. Put soot from chimneys furnaces and stoves into a bag and suspend bag in a pail of water. Let stand for a week before using. Ash trays described as charming oak leaves of hammered silver match table silver and practicality.
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