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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1912
Page
8
A Sunday school lesson on truthfulness based on James 3 1 12 and Ephesians 4 25 emphasizes that a Christian's word should be trustworthy and sufficient without constant oaths. It discusses the teacher's role as example, human fallibility, and the tongue's power to inspire or harm with words.
Mrs M A Rieder recounts Benny a boy scarred by a drinker father who died when he was six The mother asks him to fetch sticks for dinner He fears the sight of his father's boots on the beam they seem ready to kick him The memory haunts him and shadows his life
A boy convinces his grandfather to donate a potato to the missionary fund. The potato yields surprising crops, growing from nine ears the first year to a peck then seven and a half bushels by the fourth harvest, illustrating a humorous act of giving.
Fragment from a local column quotes Mrs B McPherson praising a donation for a missionary cause. The elderly farmer expresses surprise at the ease of the gift and suggests every house could contribute something productive like a potato. Harry is noted as a missionary figure envisioned in every home.
A Nebraska reader reflects on the value and duties of motherhood at home. She urges mothers to model industry honesty and courtesy, guide children in early life, and maintain friendship as they grow, so offspring will bless them in manhood and womanhood.
A messenger boy program leads a boy to guide a blind man through a trained dog exhibition. Mr. Davis arranges the pairing, the boy describes the scene through his eyes, and the blind man finds joy in the help. The next day the manager praises the one who seized the chance, noting the unique skill of guiding without being seen.
A new society named The Order of the Smiling Face invites all to join. Members are urged to wear a bright cheerful smile, keep from frowning, and show a merry twinkle to avoid tears, with simple rules promoting friendliness and active membership.
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