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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1932
Page
6
This note traces the origin of pluck meaning courage from its butcher’s term for heart. It explains the heart as the seat of bravery and how the modern sense evolved from that old usage.
An ordinance in Lithuania restricts state land purchases to farmers with a generation of farming, excluding Jews who sought to switch occupations during the economic crisis. The policy comment frames the measure as discriminatory and aimed at limiting Jewish land ownership.
A brief dialogue fragment presents a teasing exchange about kissing in private with a playful insistence on secrecy. The lines imply a romantic moment framed by the conflict of being watched and choosing privacy.
Lieut. Com. Gale Aylett Poindexter, son of former Washington senator Miles Poindexter, is ordered to additional duty as aide at the White House. He has been attached to the office of naval communications after graduating the Naval academy in 1913 and serving in the World War.
In Ocala Florida a six legged yellow bellied terrapin with two fully formed heads on one body was found by Louis Tyson in Union County and sold to U R Parker for 100. Parker says he rejected a 500 offer. The terrapin can eat with either mouth and its two brains cooperate, each choosing actions. it can eat cricket with one mouth and beef with the other at the same time.
A 250 pound brown bear was killed within two miles of Redding California, suspected as a sign of an incoming hard winter. The incident occurred recently, with local authorities noting the animal's proximity to the city limits.
An amusing Gouverneur scene saw a husband and wife bid against each other at an auction. A man in one part of the crowd was upset by a woman outbidding him, the woman shared the irritation, and ultimately the wife won. When she stepped forward to claim her goods the couple met.
A 1932 Western Newspaper Union recipe page details Strawberry Whip a light gelatin dessert with fresh strawberries, then Chicken and Mushrooms in Pepper Shells a baked stuffed pepper dish with chicken mushrooms bread crumbs and eggs. Also includes Fresh Cherry Duff and Cherry Jam methods with cherries flour sugar and pectin.
A Long Island woman recalls being followed by a motorcyclist and asks what she did wrong. the officer replies he was just fascinated. A portrait of Sam Bernard contrasts bank panic with a teller’s cash hold up as a showman’s money quest unfolds. Other tales include a hoarder stockpiling gold, rented space, and plans to ship wealth to Europe, all recounted with wry humor.
Practical guidance on preventing eggs from cracking by cooling water, separating strong tasting vegetables and fruit, storing herring away from provisions, and keeping a gas stove from rusting with oil. It also advises removing finger marks from painted doors with ammonia soap solution, then washing and drying.
A Native American tale where two tribes fight and trees bleed with leaves pressed by Robin Rabbit Rabbit flees as war cries scare him Beech and Willow fear Strong Heart yet Maple leaves heal the wounded trees Strong Heart decrees annual leaf fall turning autumn red and bright Maple becomes the brightest member of the grove.
A playful puzzle fragment describes dots replacing words in a verse about stars moon sleep and Thanksgiving. It hints at children dreaming while one head wakes and bows for another day, amid a brightly streaked sky and a quiet rural tableau.
Advertising copy promotes St Jacobs Oil as a fast relief for rheumatic pains, neuritis, lumbago, neuralgia and backache. It claims inflammation is drawn out, with soothing healing and no burning or blistering. A small bottle is available from druggists.
Dr. Donald B. Armstrong of a major life insurance firm urged health teachers to stick to Grade A facts but acknowledge myths. He cited certainties like disease immunization and minerals in the diet, while noting Grade B near facts such as water intake and eight hours of sleep may need verification. He proposed APHA form an appraisal committee to classify educational health facts.
The Jewish Chronicle estimates the world Jewish population at about 15,000,000 with distribution European 9,500,000 Asia 600,000 Africa 500,000 America 4,600,000 and negligible numbers in Australia and other southern regions. It notes Jews are active citizens contributing artists musicians writers and statesmen. Montreal Herald.
A scientist argues insects never cross while observers compare the idea to a political bee and a straddle bug. The remark fuels discussion on crossing lines in politics and strategy.
More than 800 standard apple varieties are grown in United States orchards and the hour of triumph will come to the man who hustles.
Denver mother shares how California Fig Syrup regulates bowel and stomach function, strengthens pale underweight children, and aids appetite. The ad touts long physician endorsement and high sales, and warns against imitations with the genuine California mark on the carton.
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