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Newspaper

Patoka Register

Location

Patoka, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1939

Page

2

Mr Blacksnake Plans a New Wardrobe in Secret

Mr Blacksnake basks in sun and resists insults while plotting a grand wardrobe. He prides himself on independence and appearance, deciding a new black suit is best though nature supplies the shade. He seeks a private, undisclosed place to try on his clothes.

Mr. Blacksnake Sammy Jay T. W. Burgess WNU Service

U. S. Commissioner Urges Mandatory Fingerprinting

Spokane where United States Commissioner Maurice Smith urges universal public fingerprinting to be taken by census workers in 1940. He cites solving unknown burials and improving identification while noting objections as cost and criminal stigma. He contrasts with wartime fingerprinting and calls for access by authorities only.

Spokane Wash United States Maurice Smith Pacific Northwest Harry Tracy Smith Census Bureau J. Edgar Hoover Federal Bureau of Investigation United States Attorney General’s Office Washington Vergil D. Reed

Man Builds 40-Inch Cathedral Model in Saugus

William Love, 69, completed a 40 inch replica of a French cathedral in Saugus Massachusetts. The model includes tower chimes and an electric lighting system.

Saugus Mass William Love

Bath towel initials make a useful pretty shower gift

Phyllis Belmont suggests a bath towel set monogrammed with the recipient’s initials in plain lowercase style. Embroider solid initials in one color and outline them with small stitches in a contrasting shade to suit blue and white bathroom schemes.

Priscillal Phyllis Belmont WNU

Canadian Mace Bearer Is Also Tailor and Fireman

Karl A. Walker of Fredericton serves as sergeant at arms in New Brunswick's legislature and is noted for sewing his own uniform. He also leads the city fire department and once wore two pairs of trousers to a fire before attending a session, keeping his official regalia ready.

Walker Fredricton City

Father Dear Father Come Home With Me

An Pasadena survey shows mothers feel fathers should not cook but can help with other housework. The study concludes America is reaching equality in home making as fathers take on more of the chores.

Paul Fouilleul Paris M. Fouilleul Pasadena Calif America Pinkham

Five Billion Pennies Misplaced by Americans

Washington reports Americans have misplaced 5 billion pennies since minting began. Most vanish in drains and streets as children are out of school in summer. Many are in piggy banks or vending machines while pennies remain a much bigger business for collectors and minting.

Washington Mint

Religious Education Lesson Subject List

A catalog of lesson topics and scripture selections used with permission from the International Council of Religious Education. The document outlines teaching subjects and associated Bible passages for instructional use.

International Council of Religious Education

Asa's Trust in God Leads to Preparation and Victory

The lesson on Asa shows that trust in God requires upright living, intelligent preparation, prayer, and faith. Asa reforms Judah, strengthens defenses, prays confidently, and acts in faith as divine help precedes him. The piece urges America to revival, readiness, and decisive trust in God.

United States B.C Asa Judah God America Church of Christ W. H. Bennett Alexander Maclaren

Consecration and the Call to World Service

A Beecher quotation asserts that consecration means using all powers in the world for God's glory rather than withdrawing into the sanctuary, challenging believers to active faith. The message emphasizes public service as spiritual duty.

Henry Ward Beecher

A God of Justice

A brief reflection on the limits of portraying God as benevolent yet weak, arguing that true justice requires recognizing God’s power and righteousness rather than framing him as a gentle grandfather.

Smart Patterns in Midsummer Styles

The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept offers No. 1763 for women sizes 34 to 48 with princess lines and a shirted vestee. Also No. 1765 for toddlers 1 to 5 years including a playsuit pinafore and bonnet. Uses silk crepe georgette or chiffon for fabrics. patterns priced 15 cents.

Sewing Circle Pattern Dept W. Wacker Dr Chicago Bell Syndicate WNU

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