King Hezekiah Calls People to Keep Passover
Hezekiah leads a united invitation across Israel to celebrate the Passover, despite timing and divisions, urging repentance and return to the Lord. The passage covers invitation scope, reception, and the ensuing seven day feast with removal of idolatry, priestly zeal, and communal praise.
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Quote from John Wesley on courage and prayer
A compact quotation frames courage and faith as the path to spiritual triumph. It urges summoning hundred fearless men of devotion to shake the gates of hell and establish God’s kingdom through prayer.
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Hell
John Wesley
Learn the Bible Odd Phrase Inspires Quiet Reflection
A note cites John Von Mulles urging readers to understand the Bible through the heart, suggesting study spans both Old and New Testaments. The quote emphasizes inner interpretation as essential to comprehension.
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John von Mulles
Navy Board Names Rear Admiral Frank H. Clark Chairman
Rear Admiral Frank H. Clark has been appointed chairman of the general board of the navy succeeding Rear Admiral Richard H. Leigh who retires from active duty. Clark has served on the general board since June 1933.
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Frank H. Clark
General Board of the Navy
Richard H. Leigh
Admiral Clark
General Board
White Sox Buy Bud Hafey From Missions
Star outfielder Bud Hafey of the San Francisco Missions has been sold to the Chicago White Sox. He will get his big chance in the major leagues next year.
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Bud” Hafey
San Francisco Missions
Chicago White Sox
US Canada border traffic in 1938 exceeds other borders
In 1938 the United States sent 3,096,887 automobiles into Canada for touring. Of these, 2,233,418 were admitted for under 24 hours, 863,136 for up to 60 days, and 333 for up to six months.
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United States
Canada
Romance of Today Sparks Met on First Meeting
Attaboy recalls a humorous first encounter where a collision led to an exchange of names and the couple’s lasting bond. A playful reminiscence of fate and flirtation over a name.
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Attaboy
The Illusions of American Supremacy and Crime
A reflective essay argues for strong protective measures against bank robberies and armed crime while condemning violence. It critiques postwar American arrogance, cites Coal Oil Johnny as a cautionary example, and criticizes the rich versus poor dynamic with observations on prudence and hypocrisy.
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Congress
Morning or Afternoon Wear Pattern 1705
Pattern 1705 offers a simple child friendly morning or afternoon dress with a white yoke, puff sleeves, and optional sleeve omission. Detailed sizes 14 through 42, fabric needs given, illustrated instructions included, cost pattern 15 cents plus order to Sewing Circle Pattern Department, 243 West Seventeenth Street, New York.
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Chile
Sewing Circle Pattern Department
West Seventeenth Street
New York
Omnia SCORE ONE FOR HUBBY
A brief comic exchange shows a young wife eyeing a bracelet in a jeweler’s window. The husband admits he cannot buy it, and the wife gently prods him, leading to a playful, affectionate moment.
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George
Rehearsed Proposals Stir Mild Office Romance
A maid notes the suitor has approached three other women recently. The man replies that those advances were mere rehearsals for proposing to the woman he truly desires.
Easily Satisfied Pair Quotes From Sydney Bulletin
A brief exchange in the Sydney Bulletin captures a pension for modest work. The dialogue shows one speaker expressing contentment with little occupation available, while the other jokes about how much time is needed to stay busy.
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Sydney Bulletin
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