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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1940
Page
6
A newly appointed junior reporter arrives at a working men's club concert but the doorkeeper rebuffs him after he blurts Press as the password. The youth is dismissed with the remark that he acts like a bell-push, exposing his inexperience.
An advertisement from Dr C M Coe of 503 Pine St St Louis Missouri offers a free 176 page book addressing piles and fistula and promises payment for participation or submission of details. The missive presents medical guidance material as a paid opportunity.
A quotation notes that consistency lies in inconsistency as a defining trait of men, highlighting paradox as a recurring theme. The line emphasizes the paradoxical nature of human conduct and the idea that rigidity often yields inconsistency.
A concise reflection urges readers to weigh evidence, not merely accept or dismiss statements. It cautions against contradiction or blind belief, advocating careful consideration and judgment in evaluating information.
Washington report tracing Admiral Taussig from his 1915 criticism of naval leadership to his later clash with Roosevelt and his star rise then downshift. The piece notes his German Jewish descent, awards, and career arc including command changes and a notable feud over war with Japan.
A historical column urges early practice of national songs and flags, critiques harmonizing God Save the King with My Country Tis of Thee, and jokes about American picnics. It warns against fireworks hazards and calls for timely public consideration of Independence Day preparations.
The article notes trade activity edging higher amid war uncertainty. Steel ops rose to 70 percent capacity from 60, with machine tools at 93 percent and automobile production near a 1929 peak. Consumer buying stayed about six percent above last year, while securites and commodity prices fell to the prior year’s low, farmers hit hardest.
The article compares pre war human costs to those of World War II era figures. It cites the London Economist estimating total costs between 14.0 and 16.0 billion dollars, notes Sweden’s long history of neutrality and its war preparedness spending of 200 million dollars, plus 45 million in 1936.
Dr. James W. Barton reports on sinus surgery history and notes that many cases fail to improve after operation and may even reduce smell. Emphasizes treating the source, boosting resistance, and using lighter drainage procedures. Advises dietary changes such as less meat and salt and more fruits and vegetables to aid chronic sinus conditions.
The article explains that reducing starches is common in weight loss but fat foods also provide high fuel value and should be eaten to avoid indigestion. It cites Dr. R. G. Sinclair of Queen’s University and outlines three fat content categories with example foods for low, medium, and high fat levels.
The passage states a diet ratio of one part meat eggs or fish, two parts fats such as butter cream and fat meats, and four parts starches including bread potatoes fruits and green vegetables to supply necessary vitamins and minerals. It also confirms worms can lower vitality.
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